Mini-Challenge #1: Dewey's 24hr Readathon

For the first hour mini challenge I need to answer these questions:

Where are you reading from today?  Richmond, Virginia

3 facts about me … I'm contrary, I like horror movies even though they scare the crap out of me, and I love all of you because you love books too!

How many books do you have in your TBR pile for the next 24 hours? 11 physical books, 4/5 on the Kindle and an audio book to get me through the few chores I might be forced to do.

Do you have any goals for the read-a-thon (i.e. number of books, number of pages, number of hours, or number of comments on blogs)? I want to stay up the entire time and get at least 5-6 books read.  I think that won't be a problem... I think.

If you’re a veteran read-a-thoner, Any advice for people doing this for the first time? I participated last October and I really had no clue what I was doing, so my advice is to visit other people's blogs and see how they set it up.  And don't be afraid to ask questions on twitter, trust me we want you to join in the fun so there will be a rush of answers.  I am better prepared for this readathon because I took the time to really understand what it was all about, and because I've been dreaming of it since the last one.