#2 Two-Month Reading Challenge (Dec 1 - Jan 31)

[Gisbelle]

Duration: December 1, 2012 to January 31, 2013
This thread is for the participants to post their list and progress.

Rules:
- Read one book for each category
- You don't have to read all ten items, if you don't think you'll be able to finish in time. Please choose based on your reading speed

Conditions
1. World Day of the Handicapped (December 3): Read a book where the protagonist is physically impaired (lose limbs) or book cover with only parts of the body shown (an arm, leg...)

2. Human Rights Day (December 10): Read a book of your choice

3. Christmas Day (December 25): Read a Christmas theme book, or a book with red, green or white cover

4. Boxing Day (December 26): Read a book you have recieved as a gift, or a free book

5. Read a New Book Month (December): Read a a book written by a new-to-you author

6. World Laughter Day (January 10): Read a comedic book or a parody

7. National Youth Day (January 12): Read a young adult book

8. Army Day (January 15): Read a book where the protagonist is in army or a book about war

9. World Braille Day (January 4th): Read a book where someone has an inability to use any of the 5 senses (blind, deaf, etc.) or suffers from amnesia

10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27): Read a book where the story is based during the Holocaust


Notes:
Please post the date you finish your book(s) & the rating.
Make sure you repost so that it will be easier for others to keep track of your progress.

Good Luck & Read On!!!

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

I'm in!
Start: Dec. 1st

10/10 Completed: 12/6

1. World Day of the Handicapped (December 3): The Phantom of the Opera 12/3, 3 stars
2. Human Rights Day (December 10): Dash & Lily's Book of Dares 12/2, 3 stars
3. Christmas Day (December 25): Ex-mas 12/4, 3 stars
4. Boxing Day (December 26): Barbie Girl 12/5, 5 stars
5. Read a New Book Month (December): The Goddess Test 12/2, 3 stars
6. World Laughter Day (January 10): Nightlight: A Parody 12/4, 1 star
7. National Youth Day (January 12): The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer 12/6, 5 stars
8. Army Day (January 15): Number the Stars 12/5, 4 stars
9. World Braille Day (January 4th): Five Flavors of Dumb 12/1, 3 stars
10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27): The Diary of a Young Girl 12/6, 4 stars

Finished

[Bunny]

I'm in.
I will add my books tomorrow since I have to get off the computer right now.

1. World Day of the Handicapped (December 3): 1/18

2. Human Rights Day (December 10): 1/20

3. Christmas Day (December 25): 1/4

4. Boxing Day (December 26): 1/2

5. Read a New Book Month (December): 12/3

6. World Laughter Day (January 10):

7. National Youth Day (January 12): 12/7

8. Army Day (January 15): 1/9

9. World Braille Day (January 4th): Girl, Stolen

10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27): 1/9

[Christie]

Hmmm now to figure out books....

1. World Day of the Handicapped (December 3):
2. Human Rights Day (December 10):
3. Christmas Day (December 25):
4. Boxing Day (December 26):
5. Read a New Book Month (December):
6. World Laughter Day (January 10):
7. National Youth Day (January 12):
8. Army Day (January 15): Nine Weeks a Teacher's Education in Army Basic Training by Rich Stowell
9. World Braille Day (January 4th):
10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27): Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Sarajayne wrote: "I've totally gotten away from challenges in the past few weeks-need to jump back in :) Does anyone know of a 'happy' book about the period of the Holocaust? That's usually a subject I avoid reading..."

honestly, I've never heard of a "happy" book about the holocaust...but you might check the reviews/ratings on I Am David. I remember it being a story about struggle but mainly about perseverance to overcome. it's for a younger age range, so I think it's lighter reading than most others.

Many people found The Book Thief a little lighter book about it too, because of who tells it and that he's funny a few times. I, however, didn't like thd book..... I don't know if these are the best recommendations :) but..I hope they help :)

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Sarajayne wrote: "I've totally gotten away from challenges in the past few weeks-need to jump back in :)"

Oh, and I've missed seeing you around here, chatting and playing games!! I hope things have calmed down and you are back. Happy Reading! :D

[Vicki]

Sarajayne, I haven't read The Book Thief but my daughter just read it & keeps telling me how AMAZING it is. A true 5-star book based on the brilliant writing & the story.

[Vicki]

Is there a difference between #1 & #9?

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Vicki wrote: "Is there a difference between #1 & #9?"

I took it to mean #1 is a physcial disability -as in one of your limbs or, in my case - my MC person wears a mask to hide the marks/scars on his face.... :)

&
#9 to be less about a limb like a leg, and more about your senses - sight, sound, speech or mentally

I don't know if I'm right, just what I thought....

[Vicki]

Thanks Trisha. Do you think emotional/mental problems count for either? Why aren't you a mod? You'd be so good at it!

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Vicki wrote: "Thanks Trisha. Do you think emotional/mental problems count for either? Why aren't you a mod? You'd be so good at it!"

LOL. I just don't think I'm mod material!

Um, I **think** mental would go with #9, but I'd feel much much better if Gisbelle or Jacquelyn weighed in on what I'm saying...I'm not 100% sure I'm right ;)

[Gisbelle]

hi guys! Sorry i've been out of touch. Just have access to internet. Anyway, I totally agree with Trisha. Sorry that the wording confuses you cuz J & I combined our ideas in a hurry. I'll change it when possible (I am using phone now. Not an easy way to make any changes)

#1: physical disability (lose limbs)
#9: inabily to use any of the 5 senses or suffer from amnesia.

Thanks and sorry again.

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

Yeah, that's what I would of said as well, Gisbelle! Sorry about that, Trisha and Vicki!

[Vicki]

Start Date: 01 December 2012

0/10

1. World Day of the Handicapped (December 3): Stella

2. Human Rights Day (December 10): Hate List

3. Christmas Day (December 25): Just Curious

4. Boxing Day (December 26): The Priest

5. Read a New Book Month (December): Soulless

6. World Laughter Day (January 10):First Grave on the Right

7. National Youth Day (January 12): Reason to Breathe

8. Army Day (January 15): City of Women

9. World Braille Day (January 4th): What I Didn't Say

10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27):The Book Thief

Finish

[Deepika]

Vicki wrote: "Thanks Trisha. Do you think emotional/mental problems count for either? Why aren't you a mod? You'd be so good at it!"

Who would win the challenges then?! :D
Trisha.. Ur my role model! :)

[Vicki]

Deepika wrote: "Vicki wrote: "Thanks Trisha. Do you think emotional/mental problems count for either? Why aren't you a mod? You'd be so good at it!"

Who would win the challenges then?! :D
Trisha.. Ur my role mode..."

ME!! LOL

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Deepika wrote: "Trisha.. Ur my role mode..."

hahah!!! LOL! Thx, hopefully I don't lead you astray!
I just really love challenges.

although this 10% TBR reduction is KILLING! ugh! LOL! I'm excited for this new one though!!!

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Sarajayne wrote: "There is still a chance she'll have to do chemo yet, we'll find out in a couple weeks I think. "

I'll send warm healing thoughts your way. I'm so sorry to hear you're juggling medical stuff with family.

hope to see you around here very soon ;) maybe share a buddy read of a Zombie book! :P

[Angela]

I'm in~

Start Date: 12/1/12
End Date: 1/31/13

Finished: 4/10

1. World Day of the Handicapped (December 3): Cinder

2. Human Rights Day (December 10): My Life in Black and White (finished 12/1)

3. Christmas Day (December 25): How to Save a Life

4. Boxing Day (December 26): The Moon Dwellers

5. Read a New Book Month (December): The Opposite of Hallelujah (finished 12/1)

6. World Laughter Day (January 10): Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist

7. National Youth Day (January 12): Before I Fall (finished 12/6)

8. Army Day (January 15): Number the Stars (finished 12/3)

9. World Braille Day (January 4th): Read a book where someone has an inability to use any of the 5 senses (blind, deaf, etc.) or suffers from amnesia

10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27): The Book Thief

[Christie]

Does Jerk, California by Jonathan Friesen count for number 9 it is about a boy with Touette's?

[Sapir]

I want to join (:
I KNOW I didn't complete the previous challenge (I had no time to read. Seriously), but I really hope I will be able to complete this one :D

1. World Day of the Handicapped the perks of being a wallflower - legs on cover

2. Human Rights Day (December 10) - a book of my choice when lightning strikes

3. Christmas Day (December 25):
4. Boxing Day (December 26): Daughter of Smoke & Bone

5. Read a New Book Month (December): Read a a book written by a new-to-you author

6. World Laughter Day (January 10): Read a comedic book or a parody

7. National Youth Day (January 12): Read a young adult book

8. Army Day (January 15): Read a book where the protagonist is in army or a book about war

9. World Braille Day (January 4th): Read a book where someone has an inability to use any of the 5 senses (blind, deaf, etc.) or suffers from amnesia

10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27): Read a book where the story is based during the Holocaust

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Christie wrote: "Does Jerk, California by Jonathan Friesen count for number 9 it is about a boy with Touette's?"

I would think...yes, but Gisbelle would get the ultimate say (I think she's still catching up from her holiday :D)......

[Gisbelle]

Christie wrote: "Does Jerk, California by Jonathan Friesen count for number 9 it is about a boy with Touette's?"

Yes, you can use this book :) A lot has happened since I was away hehe :D

[Christie]

Thank you...hope good thinks have been happening. =)

[Nicole]

I will only be reading 5 books since I wasn't able to complete my previous challenge!

2. My Name Is Memory
4. Petals on the Wind
5. Choker
7. I Am Number Four
10 The Book Thief

[Psylk]

I am in!

10/10 Completed

1. World Day of the Handicapped (December 3): Pure1/29 4 stars

2. Human Rights Day (December 10): Belle de Jour: Diary of an Unlikely Call Girl 1/3 2 stars

3. Christmas Day (December 25): Rest You Merry 12/7 3 stars

4. Boxing Day (December 26): Ransom 1/13 3 Stars

5. Read a New Book Month (December): Stolen12/5 3 stars

6. World Laughter Day (January 10): Scarlett Dedd 12/17 2 Stars

7. National Youth Day (January 12): Birthmarked 12/15 4 Stars

8. Army Day (January 15): While He Was Away 1/13 3 stars

9. World Braille Day (January 4th): Girl, Stolen 1/22 4 Stars

10. International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust (January 27): We Are Witnesses: Five Diaries Of Teenagers Who Died In The Holocaust 12/9 2 stars

Some of these may change



Start Date: December 01, 2012
End Date: January 31, 2013

[Psylk]

Can we use books for this that we will be doing in a buddy read? It might change some of the books I put down.

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Robyn wrote: "Can we use books for this that we will be doing in a buddy read? It might change some of the books I put down."

Yes! I mix and match all over the place and even use these books for other challenges! :D

[Vicki]

Do these have to be read in the order they are listed?

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

Vicki, I don't think so!

[Vicki]

Thanks, Jacquelyn.

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Vicki wrote: "Do these have to be read in the order they are listed?"

oh that would be so tough!! :) glad that's not a rule! LOL!

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

You're welcome and yes, that would be tough, Trisha!

[Vicki]

Trisha, I thought your first name IS "Tough!" Lol

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

lol, Vicki! Trisha will get a kick out of that!

[Gisbelle]

I am joining this challenge also, but I think I'll add the books along the way. I usually feel more focused doing the challenges like this :)

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

That's what I was planning on doing as well, Gisbelle!

[Gisbelle]

:) Besides, I read one book for one challenge only, but I also add buddy read in the challenges.

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

Yes, I always mix and match books for the challenges too!

[Gisbelle]

I am about to complete my Ransom Note challenge. Next up, The Fairytale one.

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

I'm not participating in the Fairytale but I am doing the Ransom Note which I think I have three done. lol, November was a bad month for reading!

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

Vicki wrote: "Trisha, I thought your first name IS "Tough!" Lol"

hahahahahh!!! I just saw this comment! Thx Vicki! hopefully "tough" is the only name you're calling me ;P

[Vicki]

OMG Trisha, I have numerous names I'd call you, but all good: dedicated, committed, speed-demon-reader, encourager, helper, organizer, intelligent, and many more. ;) I admire you a great deal, "Tough" lol

[Gisbelle]

hehe... I think it's a very proper name for Trisha, the reading machine :)

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

aaahhh, I'm blushing! :) thx :)

[Nicole]

I'm adding an extra book!

1. The Host
2. My Name Is Memory
4. Petals on the Wind
5. Choker
7. I Am Number Four
10 The Book Thief

[Trisha, lives on coffee]

done. :)

but can I let the 2nd person to win pick books?

It was a tougher task than I thought the first time. I would love to let someone else do it.

[Jacquelyn, thebrunettebooknerd]

Wow! Trisha, you are so fast! I'm sure we could do that if you really wanted to! That's really nice of you! Congrats!

[Gisbelle]

Trisha wrote: "done. :)

but can I let the 2nd person to win pick books?

It was a tougher task than I thought the first time. I would love to let someone else do it."

That's ok :) I'll ask the second person to do it :D Congrats!

[Angela]

Congrats, Trisha!! :D

You read so fast! :o