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2013 April Pick It For Me! Challenge
Hi, Kate! Here are my recommendations for you. If you don't see anything you're interested it, let me know. I'm more than happy to try again.1. April Fool's Day: The Mane Event (PNR)
2. April Flowers Bring May Showers: The Bride and the Beast (HR)
3. U.S. Tax Day: Liberating Lacey (ER)
4. Major League Baseball Opening Day: Delicate Freakn' Flower (PNR)
5. April's Birthstone, Diamond: Heartstrings and Diamond Rings (CR)
6. Earth Day: Untie My Heart (HR)
7. Patriot's Day: Divergent (YA)
8. Drop Everything and Read: Magic Bites (UF)
LethalLovely~I Think I Might've Inhaled You wrote: "Hi, Pam! Here are my recommendations for you. If you don't see anything you're interested it, let me know. I'm more than happy to try again.1. April Fool's Day: The Mane Event (PNR)
2. April Flow..."
Hi LL, I think Pam was supposed to pick for you - I picked for Pam. (I got scared that I had screwed up and had to run double check!)
Oops! Thanks for catching that, MK. I'm actually picking for the right person (THANK GOD LOL!) I just typed in the wrong name. I'll edit my post and change it from Pam to Kate. Again, thank you!
LethalLovely~I Think I Might've Inhaled You wrote: "Oops! Thanks for catching that, MK. I'm actually picking for the right person (THANK GOD LOL!) I just typed in the wrong name. I'll edit my post and change it from Pam to Kate. Again, thank you!"Been there, done that! Only I didn't figure it out until the wee hours of the morning! Like you, I had fortunately picked for the right person and just wrote the wrong name!
Regina wrote: "Hi, Karen H!Loved your shelf! Got a lot of recomendation for my TBR from it! Here are my recs for you.
1. April Fools Day (April 1): Come A Little Bit Closer
2. April Showers bring May Flower..."
Wow Regina, great picks - thank you!
I'm definitely planning on reading Come a Little Bit Closer, A Slice of Love, and Lover Unbound this month, and hopefully can fit at least a couple more in! :)
MountainKat wrote: "LethalLovely~I Think I Might've Inhaled You wrote: "Oops! Thanks for catching that, MK. I'm actually picking for the right person (THANK GOD LOL!) I just typed in the wrong name. I'll edit my post ..."Glad to know I'm not alone. ^_^ Seriously, I think I would've cried if it'd turned out I'd picked for the wrong person. I just got home from a very long day of work and classes and I'm practically dead on my feet. But I didn't want my pickee to have to wait until tomorrow for her recs so, to quote Tommy Pickles "A baby's gotta do what a baby's gotta do!"
they closed a couple of hours ago Tiff - but Hina might be able to work you in to re-picks in a few days
Aw, dang it. I really wanted to try this out!! :'(Thanks! :)
Hey Nichole - I'm just settling in to start my picks for you. Could take a while though - my husband and I are battling for the internet lead whilst we wait for a new wifi router! ;)
Roxy:I hope you find something that you like and want to read on this list!
1. April Fools Day (April 1) – Crazy Little Thing I loved the Aunt in this book!
2. April Showers bring May Flowers – Annie's Song
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) – The Gardner Heist: The True Story of the World's Largest Unsolved Art Theft
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day – Hush
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond –Fade to Black This is part of the Deadline and Diamond series, however the diamonds refers to a baseball diamond.
6. Earth Day (April 22)-Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail
7. Patriot’s Day –Whispers in the Dark I saw that you read the first 3 books in this series, this is one of my favorite author's/series.
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12)- The Hunger Games Loved this series!
Hey Jojo :) You got me this month! I just wanted to clarify that just a couple of pick from my listed shelf is fine. You don't need to overboard on it - just something since I have to read from there anyway :) Thanks!
Hi Ab2y! I had a good time picking for you! Since your TBR is HUGE, almost everything I recommended is already on it – I only came up with a couple that aren’t.
1. April Fools Day (April 1) – Simply Irresistible is a great start to a really fun series, or I Suck at Girls, which is just plain funny, and a little sweet, too.
2. April Showers bring May Flowers – The Witness is classic Nora Roberts, romantic suspense at its best, and one of the main characters loves to garden. Or, Flowers in the Sky – I haven’t read this, it’s right off your TBR, but the cover is lovely and the storyline sounds intriguing.
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) – Fifty Shades Darker – you read the first book in the series and gave it 5 stars, so why not continue? Or The Look of Love – another first book in a very good series, another story where he has more money than he knows what to do with and she has none.
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day – Changing The Game, about a pro baseball player - you liked the first book, and I thought the second one was just as good if not better; or Flat-Out Sexy, which is set in the world of NASCAR racing. Or, for something a little different, Exclusively Yours takes place on a family vacation in the wilds of New Hampshire.
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond – I drew a complete blank here, but fortunately you had several on your TBR that fit the category, so I picked a couple that had good ratings and sounded interesting – New Pride and Diamond Eyes.
6. Earth Day (April 22) Extreme Exposure involves illegal dumping and environmental damage by a corporation, or two different options with Hot Shots wilderness firefighters as the main characters are Chasing Fire and Wild Heat (you’ve read the third book in this series, but not the first).
7. Patriot’s Day One of my absolute favorite romantic suspense series is Maya Banks’ KGI series about a family of paramilitary/mercenaries, and the first book is one of my favorites in the series – The Darkest Hour. Or if you’d rather go paranormal, you could always continue the BDB series with Lover Revealed, or check out Lara Adrian’s Midnight Breeds series, which starts with Kiss of Midnight.
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12) Hmmm, how to limit myself??? Oh, well, you get a few choices here - things I wanted to recommend but didn't know where else to put them! :) Do Over is a sweet love story by Mari Carr about a couple rediscovering the passion in their relationship after 25 years of marriage – just wonderful. Quinn's Hart – I just finished this a couple of days ago, and it was so good! Mine to Possess – you’ve read and enjoyed the first 3 books, why not continue? And finally, A Reason To Believe – a ghost, a psychic and a jaded cop all rolled into a wonderful love story.
I hope you find something here that interests you – if not, let me know and I’ll be happy to dive in again!
Happy Reading!
Hi Ruth Ann! With 800+ books on your TBR I should've stuck to recs from just there, but...why would I do that?! Half the fun is finding something new and you're missing some great books, series and authors on that list of yours. The hard part wasn't finding the recs (I had far too many), it was fitting them into the categories. But that's the other half of the fun :-)1. April Fool's Day ~ You have nothing by Molly Harper and she's alway good for a laugh. And One Last Thing ... is a great place to start. Beguiling the Beauty by Sherry Thomas is the first of a great trilogy. I think you'd like all three.
2. April Showers Bring May Flowers ~ Ok, here's my first stretch, but the book is worth it. The heroine in Son of the Morning is named Grace St. John and St. John's Wort is a flowering plant. :) The book is also great! Or from your TBR, try The Next Always. I just finished this trilogy and loved it. Three simply and beautifully told love stories.
3. U.S. Tax Day ~ Both of my choices deal with an inheritance...of a sort. Dark Lover (you gotta start the BDB series!) has an inheritance of title. But The Reluctant Dom has an inheritance of a completely different sort... *edited after looking at Dee's picks, lol!* I'm adding Naked in Death to this category because I LOVE the series, love Eve and Roarke and he's rich, so it fits :)
4. Major League Baseball Opening Day ~ This was easy, here's two great sports related books: It Had to Be You (gotta love Susan Elizabeth Phillips!) and Slow Heat.
5. April's Birthstone: Diamond ~ Here comes that stretching again. The heroine's "people" in A Hunger Like No Other are attracted to glittery jewels, especially diamonds. Beyond that it's a great book and the beginning of a great series. Slightly more obvious and also the beginning of a very good series, Jewels of the Sun.
6. Earth Day ~ I'd also like to introduce you to another great author, Nalini Singh. Environment is a concern in her psy-changeling world which begins with Slave to Sensation. Or try the environmental changes in Angelfall. I loved both of these books.
7. Patriot's Day ~ Cat and Bones are a must couple to meet and they are the epitome of action packed, Halfway to the Grave. If you'd like some good ol' para military romantic suspense then The Darkest Hour is an excellent choice.
8. Drop Everything and Read ~ I've chosen two five star reads (for me) that are both controversial, but for very different reasons. If you go into both knowing not to expect a romance you'll enjoy them more. Outlander I recommend every chance I get and is my all time favorite read. But it's more of a historical novel and it's beauty lies in the realistic details of the past. Comfort Food is the beautifully told story about a very taboo subject. Come to think of it, I also recommend it every chance I get :)
I hope you find something on this list that appeals to you and that you enjoy reading!
okie dokie - here you go Ty1. April Fool's Day
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf - I saw you had a couple of other Molly Harper's on your shelves, but not this one, it is still my favorite by her
Pack Challenge - hot and spicy and funny
Round Ireland with a Fridge - so I haven't read this one yet - but enjoyed his tennis one, if you want to buddy read, let me know
2. April Showers Bring May Flowers
Stormdancer - there are cherry blossoms on the cover
The World in Half - let me know if you want to buddy read this one
3. U.S. Tax Day
Gone Girl - one of the main characters is fairly well off
Naked in Death - how have you not tried this series - rich, Irish man!! bonus, the audiobooks are really good if you go that route
4. Major League Baseball Opening Day
White Tiger - this looks intriguing and from the description set outside, let me know if you would like to buddy read
On the Island - i've had this book on my pile for a while - so buddy read if you would like
Loose Dogs - this just came out, but it looks intriguing - buddy read?
5. April's Birthstone - Diamond
The Diamond Secret: A Retelling of "Anastasia"
Heartstrings and Diamond Rings - this one looks cute and i'd be interested in maybe reading it
6. Earth Day
Life of Pi - I want to see the movie, but I told myself I would read the book first - join me?
The Pawn - i'm only about halfway through this right now - but his is a geographic profiler - so spends lots of time outside at crime scenes
Cowgirl Up and Ride - so I saw you read the first one, but none of the others - while this is the 3rd, it is one of my favorites (and the second one is one of my least faves)
7. Patriot's Day
Hidden Away
Caught Running - running between bases counts right?
8. Drop Everything And Read
The Winter Sea - I like the time slip element in this - it is something different
Thread of Fear - Laura Griffin is one of my new favorite authors - I've read like 8 of her books this month
Snow Angels - dark and completely f'ed up - I loved it and hope you do
hopefully something here works for you
Dee wrote: "okie dokie - here you go Ty1. April Fool's Day
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf - I saw you had a couple of other Molly Harper's on your shelves, but not this one, it is still my favorite by he..."
UGH!!! What was I thinking?!? I was trying to fit Naked in Death in somewhere and I could've put it in the Tax Day category. Dang it!
Hi Flora I had fun going through your shelves. You and I didn't have a lot in common but I hope I found a good choice for you. Some are from your TBR and some are from mine.1. April Fools Day My Favorite Mistake and Mystery Man I read these just recently and they were both light, fun reads.
2. April Showers bring May Flowers –Amaryllis and The Perks of Being a WallflowerThe first pick is a great start to a science fiction romance and the second is just a wonderful, quirky young adult book.
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) –The Marriage Bargain and On Dublin StreetThe first one looked really good and was added to my TBR! and the second one was recommended to me last month and is a really good story that features a businessman in Edinburgh.
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day – It Had to Be You and Instant Attraction
Both of these are favorites of mine. The first is about the owner of an NFL team and the second is set in the Rocky Mountains.
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond – The Fault in Our Stars and Vision in White
Stars twinkle like diamonds and there is always a diamond involved in a wedding. The first one is highly recommended by my daughter and the second is a really fun series all about getting married.
6. Earth Day (April 22) Against the Wind and On the Edge I really enjoyed the first one which is about a rancher family. Very emotional story. And the second is by a favorite author of mine and is set in a truly amazing world.
7. Patriot’s Day Catching Fire and Marked You read the first and loved it, so it might be time to read the next one. The second pick is the start to a really interesting series all about warriors from mythology.
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12)Dark Lover and The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie The first pick is the start to an amazing series. And the second pick is one of my all time favorite Historical Romances. You don't read too much in that genre, so maybe you should give it a try.
Penney wrote: "UGH!!! What was I thinking?!? I was trying to fit Naked in Death in somewhere and I could've put it in the Tax Day category. Dang it! "just go back and edit your post ;)
Hi Elke Thanks for the picks!! I'm definitely going to be reading
and
and I hope to get to
as well, because I was supposed to read it in March and didn't get to it. I will be adding the Francine Rivers book to my TBR, it looks really good as well. Great job picking!!
Dee wrote: "Penney wrote: "UGH!!! What was I thinking?!? I was trying to fit Naked in Death in somewhere and I could've put it in the Tax Day category. Dang it! "just go back and edit your post ;)"
True! My brain appears to be turned off :)
No worries Jane. I have to feed the man, or he will starve to death lol. Dawn, I'll have your picks in a little bit!
Hey Joyce I hope you can find something you would like to read.1. April Fools Day (April 1) – Recommend a book that is light-hearted and humorous and can be blissful start to the month. Or where a character fools/tricks another.
Bridget Jones's Diary Very funny, I love British humor.
Enchanted, Inc., I haven't read it myself but it looks like a light and funny read.
2. April Showers bring May Flowers – Recommend a book that has flowers on the cover or has a character with a flowery name or likes gardening.
Half-Blood
Wings
Both look good with flowers on the cover.
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) – Recommend a book where money is an issue, where a character owes money or is expecting to receive money (i.e. inheritance). Or recommend a book where a character works as an accountant, or there is plot of embezzlement involved.
Catch a Mate Get's paid to flirt with men
Deadly Night Inherits family plantation
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day – Recommend a book with outdoors as a setting. Or involves outdoor sports/activity.
Fatal Tide Caribbean and Ocean setting
The Contestant Main character is a former Olympic diver, stranded on a tropical island.
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond – Recommend a book where diamond is part of the title/author' name or has significance in the book.
The Diamond Secret
Disappearing Nightly Series is called Esther Diamond.
6. Earth Day (April 22) are planned to inspire attentiveness and admiration for the Earth's surroundings – Recommend a book with environmental issues. Or read a book with characters that work with their hands (farmers, ranchers, etc).
Under the Dome
Origin
7. Patriot’s Day in observance of the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first battles of the American Revolutionary War – Recommend a book with character(s) involved in the military or private para military groups. Or recommend a book that is fast action-packed. Or since it is also the start of the Boston Marathon, recommend a book where the character is a runner.
Lover Awakened
Kiss of Midnight
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12) D.E.A.R is a national month-long celebration of reading designed to remind folks of all ages to make reading a priority activity in their lives – is a free for all. Recommend one of your favorite books that have not been read yet by your pickee. Introduce a new subgenre of romance or another genre entirely.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix I can't believe you haven't read this yet!!
Dark Desires Not on your shelves but it's fantastic.
Hello Sallie(Shuga)Here are my picks for you. I hope that you'll find something interesting!
1. April Fools Day (light-hearted and humorous): Natural Born Charmer – Susan Elizabeth Phillips (from your TBR list), Playing for Keeps – RL Mathewson, Flirting With Danger – Suzanne Enoch
2. April Showers bring May Flowers: The Last Boyfriendby Nora Roberts (flowers on the cover) or The Black Dahlia by James Ellroy the first book of an awesome series,(a character with a flowery name)
3. U.S. Tax Day: Surrender to the Devil by Lorraine Heath (the heroine works as an accountant)
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day: Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton(sport romance)
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond: Lethal – Sandra Brown (I read it recently, nice, fast paced book)
6. Earth Day: Archangel's Storm by Nalini Singh.
7. Patriot’s Day : Edge of Dawn by Lara Adrian
8. Drop Everything and Read: Cut & Run (MM romantic suspense), Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn
Wow you guys are fast! Hopefully the categories provide enough options. :)Karen and Tiff: If you are still interested, let me know we just have to wait a couple of days just to see everyone gets their picks.
Now I have to go make picks for Sandy. I had goodreads and kindle open at work and of course my boss decides to sit at my desk and use the internet and my last kindle book is up...Ugh!
Ashley wrote: "Thank you for the picks. I know my read list is massive. I will definantly read.Since I already have those books. I will look for the other ones as well.
..."
Yay, glad I did ok. I was worried.
Nichole wrote: "No worries Jane. I have to feed the man, or he will starve to death lol. Dawn, I'll have your picks in a little bit!"LOL.
Brett, I enjoyed browsing your shelves. Love all the history books! Unfortunately, I'm not too familiar with much of your TBR so many of these are guesswork. Hope you find something you like!1.April Fools Day (April 1):
Just the Sexiest Man Alive
Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake (I really liked this one)
2. April Showers bring May Flowers: Truths and Roses: A Love Story
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15):
The Raven Prince
Also, I just finished A Kiss at Midnight and really enjoyed it.
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day:
It Had to Be You
Double Play
Flat-Out Sexy
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond: When I think of diamonds, I think of engagements and weddings, so these books would apply.
Vision in White
Scandal in Spring
6. Earth Day (April 22):
Kissin' Tell
7. Patriot’s Day:
A Feast for Crows (it's safe to say I'm obsessed with this series)
The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest
Surrender
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12):
Since you like Richelle Mead, try The Indigo Spell.
You enjoy historical fiction, so I think you'll like The Tea Rose.
One of my favorite books is One Day.
Happy reading!
Leslie wrote: "Hi Elke Thanks for the picks!! I'm definitely going to be reading and and I hope to get to [bookcover:Hot St..."I'm glad you liked them!!
Hi Regina! I had a great time going through your shelves. We have a lot of books in common. I hope you like your picks. If there are ANY that you don't like and want me to pick again, just let me know!1. April Fools Day (April 1)
--This is my rec for light hearted. It's really cute!As for tricksters both of these books on your TBR have heroes who practiced deception with the heroine.
and
--even better Lora Leigh is one your favorite authors I noticed. 2. April Showers bring May Flowers
-such a great series and already on your TBR and
--this would be a new series for you but it's cute book and you've liked other Nora Roberts book.3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) Both of these have main characters with money problems:
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day Recommend a book with outdoors as a setting. Or involves outdoor sports/activity.
I'm quite the fan of sports romance.
--you read the first one and seemed to like it. Check this one out. I didn't think I'd like the heroine in this after what she did in the first book but she really changed my thinking!
--I have this on my TBR too, maybe you'd like to Buddy read?5. April’s birthstone: Diamond This wasn't easy, but I was able to find two books in your TBR.
and
which is in the Deadlines & Diamonds series.6. Earth Day (April 22)I love cowboys/ranchers so I went with that. Check out
and this is a series you've not read. If you like hunky cowboys too, check this family out. It's a favorite series of mine and
is the start of the series.7. Patriot’s Day in observance of the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first battles of the American Revolutionary War Here are two books featuring some men in the military and both from your TBR!
and
. I've enjoyed both of these books. And it looks like you've liked both of these authors in the past.8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12) D.E.A.R I'm not sure what you're in the mood to read. I don't think I can give you something completely new since you really do read a wide variety of romances. I love it! But, I can recommend some of my favorite books that you haven't read yet. You had
in your TBR which I thought was such a cute book and a great start to a new series.Sophie Oak is one of my all-time favorite authors. So, I recommend either
or
both the first in her series and I absolutely love them both.Looking to GLBTQ fiction, I loved
which was about a Trans teen. Such a great story.An author that you've also liked in the past, Kele Moon has a great M/M/F romance with BDSM involved,
--It's dark but so very, very good.Ok, that's it. I hope you can find something you like. :)
Mountain Kat,I'll try to have the picks up tomorrow night. I'm having guests for dinner and drinks but hopefully can still squeeze this in.
MissyWe didn't have many books in common, so I hope you like your picks. If not, let me know and I'll try again.
1. April Fools Day (April 1)
Playing for Keeps by R.L. Mathewson - the only book I've read on your shelves. Definitely humorous and started great. Just had a little bump with the conflict. You might also like Seduction and Snacks by Tara Sivec (you've got book 2 on your TBR, but you really need to read this first). Kind of a raunchy humor.
2. April Showers bring May Flowers
Fated by S.H. Kolee has a flower on the cover and is on your TBR. You might also consider Amaryllis by Jayne Castle (although I would understand if you got the non-flower version of the cover) is a nice paranormal romance (PNR) where people have powers after settling another planet. My favorite author.
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15)
Hearts in Darkness by Laura Kaye mentions the heroine is an accountant. Or if you're in the mood for a humorous embezzlement story (with an adorable Great Dane puppy) check out Hot by Julia Harper
4. Major League Baseball Opening Day
Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie spends some time at little league games. One of my all-time favorite books as I just love the characters and wouldn't mind eating some Italian food with the group.
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond
Finding a diamond was tough. The heroine in this book is Esther Diamond - Disappearing Nightly by Laura Resnick. It is an urban fantasy where the hero/heroine are normal humans, but get mixed up with magical creatures.
6. Earth Day (April 22)
I'm stretching this a bit, but pickpockets work with their hands - How to Lead a Life of Crime by Kirsten Miller. This sounded pretty cool and I added it to my wishlist.
7. Patriot’s Day
Both these are fast paced and both heroes used to be in the military. Mystery Man by Kristen Ashley has the most alpha male I've ever seen and I wanted to clock him for 3/4's of the book, but it was hard to put down with everything happening. Or check out Crazy Hot by Tara Janzen. I think it wins the bet for the most sex everyplace except a bed.
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12)
One of my favorite PNR books - Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison. Major alpha male, but strong heroine and just the right touch of humor. Or something closer to a mystery, The Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz. This is the oddest format I've ever read, but the story pulled me right into it.
non-flower version -
Photojim wrote: "Mountain Kat,I'll try to have the picks up tomorrow night. I'm having guests for dinner and drinks but hopefully can still squeeze this in."
I can be patient - what?! I can, I really can!!
Well, I can try...
Hi Dawn(Kat N Hat), Here we go...
1. April Fools Day (April 1)
Seduction and Snacks - Humorous Contemporary Romance
One For The Money- Light-hearted and humorous
2. April Showers bring May Flowers
The Best Man- One of my favorite authors. I just read this last month and really liked it
Half-Bloodor Obsidian- I haven't read Half-Blood but I really like the other series, and the main character likes to garden. At least in the first book.
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15)
On Dublin Street- I loved this, maybe you will too?
Beautiful Disaster- This took me back to that first love and how raw and consuming and devastating it felt (at the time). I think the title is a perfect description.
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day/Outdoor Setting
Double Play-I see that you really like this author and yeah, Baseball.
On the Island-Well you can get more outdoor than this. Great book!
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond
How lucky was I that both of these are from your TBR!
6. Earth Day
Angelfall- Post Apocalyptic,so yeah. This has really good reviews, I should read it too.
The Restorer- This wasn't on your TBR list, but I loved it. I've also recommended it before with good results.
7. Patriot’s Day
I haven't read either of these so I hope you like them.
8. Drop Everything and Read
Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake- This might be my favorite HR, I think you would really like it.
A Discovery of Witches- This is a long book, but very good.
The Reluctant Dom- Wow, this is just... I don't even have words. If you decide to read this, keep tissues close by.
I really hope you find something, Enjoy!
Dee wrote: "okie dokie - here you go Ty1. April Fool's Day
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf - I saw you had a couple of other Molly Harper's on your shelves, but not this one, it is still my favorite by he..."
Ack! Dee, those are some awesome picks. My TBR, which I like to keep somewhat manageable, might suffer some bloating.... I've got my eye on the following:
Gone Girl - my April bookclub book, so will definitely hit this up
Naked in Death - okay, so even tho I love the premise of the book, I've been really ignoring its existence for... well, since it's been published XD. Only because I have a like/hate relationship with Nora Roberts, and I don't want to be damaged further by her.... but I will try it out, I promise. ha. plus the thought of an Irish brogue on the audiobook is delishhhh.
The Diamond Secret: A Retelling of "Anastasia" - maybe not this month, but TBR'd
Caught Running - sigh.. my guilty pleasure. boys in tights.
BR - I could do Round Ireland with a Fridge (I also rec'd this to Jim, my pickee :) or Heartstrings and Diamond Rings
Hina wrote: "Wow you guys are fast! Hopefully the categories provide enough options. :)Karen and Tiff: If you are still interested, let me know we just have to wait a couple of days just to see everyone get..."
Lol Hina! What were you reading?
Photojim! This was seriously one of the hardest picks to do... working without a TBR. I really hope you like some of these!1. April Fools Day
The Unidentified Redhead - I see you liked Wallbanger, so this might be good to try. Lighthearted and definitely funny. Reversal on the May-December romance.
Round Ireland with a Fridge - I've been told there are many LOL moments in this one. Dee rec'd it to me this month, so there might be a buddy read involved!
2. April Showers bring May Flowers
The Duke's Tattoo - flowers on the cover!
Flowers from the Storm - an oldie but a goodie
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15)
On Dublin Street - both the H/h have enough money to make you want to stab them. but the story is good. :D
Defying the Odds - diner waitress meets big time UFC fighter. Commence with lots of "ain'ts".
4. Major League Baseball Opening Day
Midnight Rainbow - crawling through the jungle escaping Central American drug warlords is tough work. But not if you're the fiesty heroine of this book. Jane has always been one of my favorite girl heroes.
Exclusively Yours - big time family camping trip!
5. April’s birthstone
The Fault in Our Stars - Someone mentioned that stars twinkle like diamonds, so I borrowed their idea! I have to invest in some kleenex stock, but I can do a buddy read with this.
Diamond Bay (sequel to Midnight Rainbow....it fit, I was desperate)
6. Earth Day
Lumberjack In Love - just finished this for March pifm br, but cute, quick, and fun. Lumberjack mountain man dude makes fun of the city girl
Baby Love - sweet, syrupy story about a railroad bum who's secretly a millionaire rancher. Seriously.
7. Patriot’s Day
The Darkest Hour - emotional!
Angelfall - by far one of my favorite YA fantasy/apocalyptic novels of 2012. Action packed and will keep you on the edge. I read it in one sitting!
8. Drop Everything and Read
Archangel's Kiss - a favorite PNR/UF series of mine. You've read the first, please please continue!
Magic Bites - no, really, my favorite UF series - although the first book is just okay, the 2nd book is better, and the third book KERSPLODES in your face with epic awesomeness. I'm convinced the 6th book, due this July, will bring about world peace.
Daughter of Smoke & Bone - Laini Taylor does lyrical prose like nobody's business. Great book.
Here are the picks Vilda hope you enjoy them! I don't read tons of historical any more. 1. April Fools Day (April 1) – One for the Money by Janet evanovich very light hearted and gotta love the grandmother a real comedian
2. April Showers bring May Flowers – Ruining Me by Nicole Reed flower on cover.
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) – Light in the Shadows by A Meredith Walters, main character gets money for a life insurance policy or Beautiful Diaster by Jamie.
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day – The Perfect Game by J Sterling.
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond Tightly Wound by Mia Dymond it is the 4th in the series but I liked it the best
6. Earth Day (April 22) are planned to inspire attentiveness and admiration for the Earth's surroundings – Cowboy Casanova Lorelei James, love those ranchers or Enigma by Lora Leigh lead female is a landscaper or Wild Man Creek by Robyn Carr.
7. Patriot’s Day in observance of the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first battles of the American Revolutionary War – Fallen Crest High, Lead female is a runner and takes place near Boston.
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12) D.E.A.R is a national month-long celebration of reading designed to remind folks of all ages to make reading a priority activity in their lives – Dark Storm by Christine Feehan love her and this series been wanting to read this one for a while
Hi Yz the Whyz it looks like you and I have a lot of books in common. Here are my picks for you. If you don't like them let me know and I will repick for you!1. April Fools Day (April 1) - A Girl's Guide to Vampires. This is a fun book! Very funny and fun!
2. April Showers bring May Flowers - Kiss an Angel - Characters name is Daisy
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) - In the Prince's Bed
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day - The Perfect Play
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond - Double Play
6. Earth Day (April 22) are planned to inspire attentiveness and admiration for the Earth's surroundings - Untamed - this book the main character is a healer and she works with the land.
7. Patriot’s Day in observance of the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first battles of the American Revolutionary War - A Virgin River Christmas
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12) D.E.A.R is a national month-long celebration of reading designed to remind folks of all ages to make reading a priority activity in their lives - Mystery Man - This is a GREAT series and I loved all the books! I also love Kristen Ashley she is a great writer!
Happy Reading!
Ty wrote: "Dee wrote: "okie dokie - here you go Ty1. April Fool's Day
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf - I saw you had a couple of other Molly Harper's on your shelves, but not this one, it is still my fa..."
i'm totally up for Round Ireland with a Fridge - since I am going to use it for SRC - earlier in the month would probably be better
Dee wrote: "Ty wrote: "Dee wrote: "okie dokie - here you go Ty1. April Fool's Day
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf - I saw you had a couple of other Molly Harper's on your shelves, but not this one, it is..."
ha! SRC...I've read my book for that category. heehee.
but it does fit the movie category too!
Early is good for me! I can read it along with Gone Girl at the same time.
ok, i'll grab from the library tomorrow then, so I have it ready
Penney wrote: "Hi Ruth Ann! With 800+ books on your TBR I should've stuck to recs from just there, but...why would I do that?! Half the fun is finding something new and you're missing some great books, series a..."Hi Penny-You picked some really great reads.. I know I will read A Hunger like No Other and Slave Sensation. I have both of those books. Once I am done with those, I think I will read Naked in Death.
Hi Nichole! Here are my picks for you - hope you find one that suits :) I've shown where I've picked the book from: either from your Pick Me Pick Me (PMPM) shelf, your To Be Read (TBR) shelf, your Need For Challenges (NFC) shelf or its NEW to you :)1. April Fools Day (April 1)
(NEW) - a YA romp with a narky heroine forced to be a cheerleader. Funny? Yes. Improbable? Absolutely!
(NEW) - This book really fits this category - I was in tears of laughter during parts of the story. It is pretty 'over the top' though. The nice thing though is that you can pick it up for free through the link to the author's website on GR :)2. April Showers bring May Flowers
(PMPM)
(PMPM)Both from your TBR lists :)
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) –
(PMPM)
(NEW)Both involve a ludicrously wealthy MC; both are great books IMHO! The Unknown Ajax is one of my favourite books, and has been for over 30 years...
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day
(NEW) - one of my first and now favourite MM books :) And it has both baseball and running for it's sports activities. Home run!
(PMPM) - As I recall there is a LOT of outdoor training for Elena in this edition :)5. April’s birthstone: Diamond
(NFC) - the psynet is like sparkling diamonds/stars (yes - I stretched this category to fit! ;)
(TBR) - it has to end in a diamond, surely :)6. Earth Day (April 22) is planned to inspire attentiveness and admiration for the Earth's surroundings
(PMPM) - Carpathians heal with the earth, so this one counts :)
(NEW) - saving the frogs!7. Patriot’s Day in observance of the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord – Military and action:
(PMPM)
(NEW)Both of these are very funny, favourites of mine, and they are full of action!
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12)
(NEW)
(NEW)Both of these books are sweet and funny, and ideal as 'early to MM' books, as I don't think you have read many as yet
Ruth Ann wrote: "Penney wrote: "Hi Ruth Ann! With 800+ books on your TBR I should've stuck to recs from just there, but...why would I do that?! Half the fun is finding something new and you're missing some great ..."Great Ruth Ann! I'm glad I stole the Naked In Death idea from Dee :))
Ty wrote: "Photojim! This was seriously one of the hardest picks to do... working without a TBR. I really hope you like some of these!Magic Bites - no, really, my favorite UF series - although the first book is just okay, the 2nd book is better, and the third book KERSPLODES in your face with epic awesomeness. I'm convinced the 6th book, due this July, will bring about world peace...."
LOL Ty!!! I'm inclined to agree! I can't stop giggling *snort*
SkandiaApril Fools Day (April 1)
Compromising Positions by Jenna Bayley-Burke, what’s more fun than a book about a yoga Kama Sutra class.
Talk me Down by Victoria Dahl, a book about an erotic book author and a straight laced cop.
April Showers bring May Flowers
The Truth About Forever by Dessen, Sarah, this is my all time favorite young adult book.
Cross My Heart by Klein, Katie, another good young adult book.
U.S. Tax Day (April 15)
Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs by Harper, Molly, losing your jobs results in money issues right....
Simply Irresistible by Shalvis, Jill
Major League Baseball Opening Day
Squeeze Play by Kate Angell
Beast Behaving Badly (Pride #5) by Shelly Laurenston- Now this is the fifth book in the series but it is also the beat in my opinion and it has hockey in it.
April’s birthstone
The Diamond Secret: A Retelling of "Anastasia" by Suzanne Weyn, I love her books Buddy Read?
Moonlight on Diamonds by Storm, Lydia, haven’t heard anything about this one but it got a high average rating and it was on your TBR list.
Earth Day (April 22)
Prince Charming by Julie Garwood
Patriot’s Day
The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks
On the Edge by Andrews, Ilona
Drop Everything and Read (April 12)
The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen and The Bride by Julie Garwood, I love both these books.
Enjoy! And let me know if you need any repicks.
Hello JoJo,I loved going thru your 'to-read-own' shelf...there are several of them that I wouldn't mind reading myself. I hope you enjoy them...
1. April Fools Day (April 1):
Crazy for Cowboy by Roxy Boroughs
Reckless Runaway at the Racecourse byRos Clarke
2. April Showers bring May Flowers:
Promise by Kristie Cook
Almost a Bride by Patricia McLinn
3. U.S.Tax Day (April 15):
Her Bad Boy Billionaire Lover by Barbara Bretton
Maid for the Billionaire by Ruth Cardello
4. Major League Baseball Opening Day:
It Had to Be You bySusan Elizabeth Phillips
The Boat Builder's Bed byKris Pearson
5. April´s birthstone: Diamond:
To Love a Scoundrel by Sharon Ihle
Nuptials for Sale by Virginia Jewel
6. Earth Day (April 22):
At the Cowboy's Mercy by Emma Jay
Cowboys Make Better Lovers by Kelly Wallace
7. Patriot´s Day:
A Kiss to Kill by Nina Bruhns
Knockout! A Passionate Police Romance by Emma Calin
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12):
Once Bitten by Trina M. Lee
Lost in Blue by Synthia St. Claire
Amy J! I hope you like the picks, if not then just let me know and I can re pick the ones you don't like. 1. April Fools:Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal by Christopher Moore- funny book!
2.April Showers Bring May Flowers:The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting- has a flower on the front and when I read the description the girl's name is Violet.
3.US Tax Day:Sugar Daddy by Lisa Kleypas- awesome read
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day:Long Hard Ride by Lorelei James or The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton- Long Hard Ride is one of my favorites and I love the series.
5.April's Birth Stone Diamond:Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson or Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison- I stretched this one. I figured diamonds were treasure so a treasure sort of theme.
6.Earth Day:Earth (The Book): A Visitor's Guide to the Human Race by Jon Stewart or Kate's Crew by Jayne Rylon- I love Jon Stewart and I figured Kate's Crew have to be working with their hands lol!
7.Patriot's Day: A Clash of Kings by George RR Martin- Love this series and the new season is starting up soon on HBO
8.Drop Everything and Read:The Gargoyle by Andrew Davidson orAttachments by Rainbow Rowell or Tempting the Beast by Lora Leigh- love all three of these books! The Gargoyle I couldn't get out of my head for a few days after I finished it. Attachments is super cute, and Tempting the Beast is super hot.
Enjoy! :)
Hi Sandy,We have a lot of books in common, most of the books on your TBR, either I haven't read it yet or you already have read it. So I tried to be creative about the books I have heard good things about or want to read myself. I hope you find some to like. I can re pick any of the books you don't like.
1. April Fools Day (April 1) –
Just the Sexiest Man Alive by Julie James.
Smitten by Janet Evanovich.
2. April Showers bring May Flowers –
Once and Always by Judith McNaught. (Not on your tbr, but you had other in your tbr so I made a rec to introduce the author).
Life After Life by Kate Atkinson. Haven't read it yet, but heard good things about it. - Expected Publication is April 2nd, so just in case if there is any problem I chose another one as well.
Roses by Leila Meacham
3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) –
Vengeance in Death by J.D. Robb.
Me Before You by Jojo Moyes.
4.Major League Baseball Opening Day –
Just One Year by Gayle Forman.
Catching Jordan by Miranda Kenneally
5. April’s birthstone: Diamond –
Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch by Sally Bedell Smith.
To Wed a Scandalous Spy by Celeste Bradley.
6. Earth Day (April 22)-
Extreme Exposure by Pamela Clare.
Comanche Moon by Catherine Anderson.
7. Patriot’s Day -
Lover At Last by J.R. Ward.
Eternal Rider by Larissa Ione. - This book is not on your tbr, but you have books from the author. I just loved it!
8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12) D.E.A.R -
Easy by Tammara Webber - YA Novel
Honor's Splendour by Julie Garwood.
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I look forward to hearing what you think :) I'm a little behind with the BDB but I'm hoping to catch up soon.