Top 5 Wednesday: Books You'd Want To See As TV Shows

I am finally back with a Top 5 Wednesday -- a weekly meme that I have (unfortunately) failed to keep up on. It actually didn't take me very long to pick five books that I would love to see turned into television shows, so here they are:

1. Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas: I am currently reading Throne of Glass and I would absolutely love to see this turned into a television series. I know that a lot of readers would love to see this turned into a movie, but I would much prefer it to be turned into a television series so that Celaena had a longer period to develop. She is such a complex character and I would love to watch her on the screen for years!

2. The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare: Now, I already know that The Mortal Instruments is being turned into a television series (if you didn't know this it is going to be called Shadowhunters and they are currently casting characters!) but I just cannot suppress my excitement! This book will forever hold a special place in my heart, so I cannot wait to see it be reincarnated for a television series. 

3. The Infernal Devices by Cassandra Clare: If The Mortal Instruments can be adapted for television, than why can't The Infernal Devices? I can imagine that it would make a wonderful spin-off series, and I would just love to see who they would cast as Jem!

4. The Pact by Jodi Picoult: I can imagine Jodi Picoult's The Pact would make a wonderful television miniseries. The novel is heartbreaking, realistic and emotive, and also expresses a powerful message that I think would impact a lot of people's lives. 

5. Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead: Now, I'm a sucker for vampire television shows (I've watched The Vampire Diaries and True Blood countless of times!), and whilst Vampire Academy has already received a movie, I can imagine a television series capturing a much darker vibe. 

What novels would you love to be seen turned into television shows?

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Top Ten Tuesday: Inspiring Quotes From Books

This is my very first time participating in the popular weekly feature: Top Ten Tuesday, which is hosted by The Broke and the Bookish. For this week, the challenge is to feature your top ten inspiring quotes from books, and I am very excited to show you all of my favourites quotes -- many of which are from my favourite books: Game of Thrones, City of Bones, Harry Potter and The Hungers Games, for example. A number of them have also made an incredible impact on me.

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1. Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin:
I remember exactly where I was when I was reading this quote from Tyrion Lannister: in my bedroom, alone after a hard day. I felt like it had slapped me in the place. It was exactly what I needed. This is my favourite quote of all time -- and I always re-read it when I am not feeling my best.

"Never forget what you are, for surely the world will not. Make it your strength. Then it can never be your weakness. Armour yourself in it, and it will never be used to hurt you."

2. Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare:
I think that any avid book reader will understand my absolute love for this quote. Because it is, without a doubt, incredibly true. Words are capable of changing us, allowing us a new perspective and Cassandra Clare reminded us of this power through this quote.

"One must always be careful of books", said Tessa, "and what is inside them, for words have the power to change us."

3. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J. K. Rowling:
I was quite young when I read this quote, but I have always carried it with me, close to my heart. I think that this is a valuable lesson for anyone, no matter what your age.

"It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities."

4. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins:
I recently re-read The Hunger Games and this quote really stood out for me this time round. I am probably taking it a little out of context, but just saying this quote over and over again is really inspiring and personally motivating.

"I am not pretty. I am not beautiful. I am as radiant as the sun."

5. The Pact by Jodi Picoult:
This might be the saddest quote that I have on the list and you are probably wondering why I find it inspiring. To be honest, I find it to be more of a reminder of how we should treat others.

"You know, the mind is a remarkable thing. Just because you can't see the wound doesn't mean it isn't hurting. It scars all the time, but it heals."

6. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J. K. Rowling:
I love this quote because it really hits the mark. There are many times where we are blind to other people's actions, especially those that are in a higher position than us (i.e. celebrities, bosses, teachers, etc.). But, if we open our eyes, we may see them for who they truly are.

"If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals."

7. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare:
This is definitely a quote that many people need to remember.

"Not everything that's true needs to be said."

8. My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult:
This is a fantastic reminder to never leave a single stone unturned, and to never let an opportunity slip through your fingertips.

"Extraordinary things are always hiding in places people never think to look."

9. A Clash of Kings by George R. R. Martin:
How many times have you been ashamed of being afraid? This is such a beautiful quote, reminding people that how they face fear is more important. We can either cower in fear, or accept it, grow and move on.

"There's no shame in fear, my father told me, what matters is how we face it."

10. The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald:
The moment that I first read this quote I stared at the page for a long time. I definitely think that this is one of those quotes that makes you reconsider how you treat everyone around you.

"Let us learn to show our friendship for a man when he is alive and not after he is dead."

 What do you think of these quotes? What are your favourite inspiring quotes from books?