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message 101: by Lisa Kay (new)

Lisa Kay (lisakayalicemaria) | 15159 comments Welcome to the challenge, Claire!


message 102: by JenniferJ (new)

JenniferJ | 202 comments Sept 2, 2013 - Sept 1, 2014

Read 2/31


1 - Harbinger by Sara Wilson Etienne 9/5/13

2 – One is good, two is better. Read a romance book or a book that has a partnership.
Two can also mean repetition. Read a book about second chances.

3 – Being the third wheel is never funny. Read a book that has a wheel on the cover. Or has a love triangle. You can also read a book about three best friends.

4 – 4th of July is Independence Day. Read a book with a red, white and blue cover, or that is set on the US, or has the US flag on the cover. Or read a book where the main character is fighting for his independence or for some greater good.

5 - Off Limits (Off Series, #2) by Sawyer Bennett 9/3/13

6 - In numerology the number 6 is considered a feminine, nurturing, "mother" number. Read a book where the main female character is a mother or becomes a mother.
In a biblical sense, both man and the serpent were created on the sixth day, therefore, the number six represents both man and rebellion. Read a book were the main character is a man or about a rebellion or resistance to some regimen.

7–Lucky Seven. Read a book where a character is extremely lucky or a book about anything game related (gambling, bets, poker night, drinking game, you get my point). In the Old Testament, 7 is the number of days it took for God to create the world. Read a book with a tight deadline.

8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts).

9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. Read a book set in, or where a character comes from, a post-apocalyptic future

10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.

11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left". Read a book with only "one left" - it can be the only option left, or the only survivor, or the last of a set of events, the last book left in a series, etc.

12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title

13– Black cats, voodoo dolls and Friday the 13th. Read a book about superstitions, bad luck or the occult. Friday the 13th is also known among programmers for causing a computer bug. Read a book about computer viruses, computer hacking or some technological challenge like in Digital Fortress.

14–The 14th amendment defines US citizenship rights, and importantly, gave African Americans the right to citizenship in America. Read a book where a character moves to the US, or is based in 19th century America.

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover.

16– Sweet 16. Read a book where a character (doesn’t have to be the MC) reaches 16 or has a sweet 16 party. Or read a Young Adult book.

17–The shortest form of Japanese poetry (known as Haiku) contains exactly 17 syllables. Read something set in Japan. It takes 17 muscles to produce a smile. Read something that puts a smile on your face.

18–Number of holes on a golf course. Read a book about a professional sportsperson, or where a character plays golf, or golf is part of the title or cover of a book

19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu.

20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted.

21 –Is the legal age for drinking. Read a book where someone has a drinking problem, is an ex-alcoholic or overcome some addiction. 21 can also be Black Jack. Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas, or has a casino or a game of Black Jack or vingt et un is involved.

22–In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "22, v'là les flics!", "22, here come the cops!"). Read a book that is a police procedural, or has a strong police presence.

23–"W" is the 23rd letter of the alphabet. It has two points down and three points up. Half of W is V, which is the Roman numeral for 5. The "W" on your keyboard is right between the 2 and 3. Read a book with a title or series name that begins with "W." Or was written by an author with a first or last name that begins with "W."

24–There are 24 hours in a day. Read a book in one day. Or one that takes place all in one day.

25–British slang for £25 is "Pony." Read a book about a horse or has a picture of one on the cover.

26 –26th January is the Australia day or the arrival of the First Fleet. Read a book set in Australia or aboard of a ship. You can also read an historical book with action taking place on the 18th century.

27– Is the perfect cube (3 X 3 X 3). Read a book from 3 different trilogies - yes, that means 3 books - Or read a book about a mathematic riddle or code, books like The Da Vinci Code or The Eight are a good example for this one.

28–The number of dominoes in standard domino sets. Read something with a black and white cover.

29–and holding. Read a book where the main character is about to turn 30.
Or you can use listopia: I searched for "turning 30" and got results like
Flavorwire.com's 30 Books Everyone Should Read Before Turning 30
or
The books of my 20s">The books of my 20s
Any book from those lists (or similar) will be eligible for this option.

30–Over the hill or don't trust anyone over 30. Read a book where a character has an abnormal life spam and is older than he/she appears (vampire, fae, warlock, elf, etc).

31 –Is the last day of the month. Read a book about last chances. Or read the final book of a series. You can also read a book about the end of a cycle or a new beginning.


message 103: by Ezi (new)

Ezi Chinny (ezinwanyi) Moderators of Nothing but Reading Challenges (All the Mods) wrote: "
BOREDOM CHASERS:



Allison
Barbara ★
Brenda
Brooke
ilovebakedgoods (Teresa)
Kristie
Lára
Ruth
Suzanne"


Aren't you going to update this list?

Do you want us to repost every so often...or just say Post 7 is updated?


message 104: by Midu (last edited Sep 05, 2013 10:59PM) (new)

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message 105: by Jane (new)

Jane  | 705 comments Would this book count as?

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover

Under the Never Sky (Under the Never Sky, #1) by Veronica Rossi


message 106: by Elaine (new)

Elaine Hi,

I'm new, but I would like to join this challenge midstream, if possible. If I can use books already read, I'm pretty sure I can catch up just fine.


message 107: by Moderators of NBRC, Challenger-in-Chief (new)

Moderators of NBRC | 33496 comments Mod
Jane wrote: "Would this book count as?

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow" Under the Never Sky (Under the Never Sky, #1) by Veronica Rossi


Works for me, Jane.


message 108: by Moderators of NBRC, Challenger-in-Chief (new)

Moderators of NBRC | 33496 comments Mod
Sure, Elaine. You're not too late. Welcome to the challenge!


message 109: by Elaine (new)

Elaine Thanks! Today is laundry day, so I'll start working on my list right now. ;-)


message 110: by Elaine (last edited Sep 11, 2013 04:57PM) (new)

Elaine A BOOK A DAY
Timeframe 9/9/2013 to 9/8/2014
3/31
Boredom Level Never ending year

1 - Read a book where the main character (MC) has a first experience of sorts. Or is the first of a series.
Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost.
First in the Night Huntress series, and definitely a first experience for the main character.

2 – One is good, two is better. Read a romance book or a book that has a partnership. Two can also mean repetition. Read a book about second chances.

Virgin River by Robyn Carr A partnership created, and it’s about second chances for both the main characters.

3 – Being the third wheel is never funny. Read a book that has a wheel on the cover. Or has a love triangle. You can also read a book about three best friends.
One for the Money by Janet Evanovich Stephanie Plum definitely has the love triangle going, in spades. Morelli and Ranger, mmm.

4 – Or read a book where the main character is fighting for his independence or for some greater good.
Moon Called by Patricia Briggs. Set in the Tri-cities area of the state of Washington, and Mercy Thompson is definitely fighting for some greater good.

5 - High Five. Read a book where a character is a sports fan or has a best buddy. Or read one about a character with a strong need for approval. There are five points on a star. Read a book with a star on the cover or title.

6 - In numerology the number 6 is considered a feminine, nurturing, "mother" number. Read a book where the main female character is a mother or becomes a mother.
In a biblical sense, both man and the serpent were created on the sixth day, therefore, the number six represents both man and rebellion. Read a book were the main character is a man or about a rebellion or resistance to some regimen.

7–Lucky Seven. Read a book where a character is extremely lucky or a book about anything game related (gambling, bets, poker night, drinking game, you get my point). In the Old Testament, 7 is the number of days it took for God to create the world. Read a book with a tight deadline.

8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts).

9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. Read a book set in, or where a character comes from, a post-apocalyptic future

10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.

11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left". Read a book with only "one left" - it can be the only option left, or the only survivor, or the last of a set of events, the last book left in a series, etc.

12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title

13– Black cats, voodoo dolls and Friday the 13th. Read a book about superstitions, bad luck or the occult. Friday the 13th is also known among programmers for causing a computer bug. Read a book about computer viruses, computer hacking or some technological challenge like in Digital Fortress.

14–The 14th amendment defines US citizenship rights, and importantly, gave African Americans the right to citizenship in America. Read a book where a character moves to the US, or is based in 19th century America.

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover.

16– Sweet 16. Read a book where a character (doesn’t have to be the MC) reaches 16 or has a sweet 16 party. Or read a Young Adult book.

17–The shortest form of Japanese poetry (known as Haiku) contains exactly 17 syllables. Read something set in Japan. It takes 17 muscles to produce a smile. Read something that puts a smile on your face.

18–Number of holes on a golf course. Read a book about a professional sportsperson, or where a character plays golf, or golf is part of the title or cover of a book

19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu.

20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted.

21 –Is the legal age for drinking. Read a book where someone has a drinking problem, is an ex-alcoholic or overcome some addiction. 21 can also be Black Jack. Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas, or has a casino or a game of Black Jack or vingt et un is involved.

22–In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "22, v'là les flics!", "22, here come the cops!"). Read a book that is a police procedural, or has a strong police presence.

23–"W" is the 23rd letter of the alphabet. It has two points down and three points up. Half of W is V, which is the Roman numeral for 5. The "W" on your keyboard is right between the 2 and 3. Read a book with a title or series name that begins with "W." Or was written by an author with a first or last name that begins with "W."

24–There are 24 hours in a day. Read a book in one day. Or one that takes place all in one day.

25–British slang for £25 is "Pony." Read a book about a horse or has a picture of one on the cover.

26 –26th January is the Australia day or the arrival of the First Fleet. Read a book set in Australia or aboard of a ship. You can also read an historical book with action taking place on the 18th century.

27– Is the perfect cube (3 X 3 X 3). Read a book from 3 different trilogies - yes, that means 3 books - Or read a book about a mathematic riddle or code, books like The Da Vinci Code or The Eight are a good example for this one.

28–The number of dominoes in standard domino sets. Read something with a black and white cover.

29–and holding. Read a book where the main character is about to turn 30.
Or you can use listopia: I searched for "turning 30" and got results like
Flavorwire.com's 30 Books Everyone Should Read Before Turning 30
or
The books of my 20s">The books of my 20s
Any book from those lists (or similar) will be eligible for this option.

30–Over the hill or don't trust anyone over 30. Read a book where a character has an abnormal life spam and is older than he/she appears (vampire, fae, warlock, elf, etc).

31 –Is the last day of the month. Read a book about last chances. Or read the final book of a series. You can also read a book about the end of a cycle or a new beginning.


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message 112: by Connie N. (last edited Jun 19, 2014 05:44PM) (new)

Connie N. | 738 comments So are you saying I only need to read 31 books in a whole year for this challenge? I'm in.

A BOOK A DAY
Timeframe: 9/1/13 to 8/31/14
33/33

*****CHALLENGE COMPLETED 6/7/14 *******

1. - 1st of series - Track of the Cat by Nevada Barr - 9/15/13 ★★★★

2. - Romance - The Newcomer by Robyn Carr - 9/12/13 ★★★★

3. – Love triangle - Erica's Choice by Sami Lee - 10/28/13 ★★★

4. – Set in the US - End Me a Tenor by Joelle Charbonneau - 9/22/13 ★★★★

5. - Character with a strong need for approval - Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult - 9/20/13 ★★★★

6. - Main female character is a mother - What a Wicked Earl Wants by Vicky Dreiling - 9/26/13 ★★★★

7. – Tight deadline - Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe: A Novel with Recipes by Jenny Colgan - 9/29/13 ★★★★★

8. – Character predicts the future - The White Queen by Philippa Gregory - 9/23/13 ★★★★

9. – Set in a post-apocalyptic future - Insurgent by Veronica Roth - 12/18/13 ★★★★

10. - Writer as the main character - Beautiful Lies by Lisa Unger - 9/9/13 ★★★★

11. – Last book in a trilogy - Burn by Maya Banks - 10/6/13 ★★★★

12. – Christmas - A Chesapeake Shores Christmas by Sherryl Woods - 9/9/13 ★★★★★

13. – About computer viruses/computer hacking - The Neighbor by Lisa Gardner - 10/2/13 ★★★★

14. – Character moves to the US (from Ireland) - The Summer Garden by Sherryl Woods - 11/16/13 ★★★★★

15. – Glow of light on cover - No Cry for Help by Grant McKenzie - 10/31/13 ★★★★
No Cry for Help by Grant McKenzie

16. – Young Adult book - Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell - 10/7/13 ★★★★

17. - Puts a smile on your face - The Christmas Sweater by Glenn Beck - 9/17/13 ★★★

18. – Professional sportsperson - auto racer - One Sweet Ride by Jaci Burton - 9/22/13 ★★★★

19. – Character is a doctor - The 5th Horseman by James Patterson - 11/13/13 ★★★★★

20. - Top student - Lindsay is a Ph.D. expert in bone identification/archeology - A Rumor of Bones by Beverly Connor - 9/18/13 ★★★★

21. – Set in Las Vegas - Catnap by Carole Nelson Douglas - 10/21/13 ★★★

22. – Has strong police presence - Glazed Murder by Jessica Beck - 9/29/13 ★★★★

23. – Author last name begins with W - Driftwood Cottage by Sherryl Woods - 10/4/13 ★★★★★

24. – Read a book in 1 day - Sweet Seduction by Maya Banks - 10/21/13 ★★★★★

25. – Pony on cover - The Duke and I by Julia Quinn - 12/17/13 ★★★★★
The Duke and I (Bridgertons, #1) by Julia Quinn

26 - Set in Australia - Knitting by Anne Bartlett - 9/14/13 ★★★★

27. – A book from 3 different trilogies:
* Mistress of Rome by Kate Quinn - 12/11/13 ★★★★ (The Empress of Rome)
* Then Came You by Lisa Kleypas - 1/5/14 ★★★★ (The Gamblers)
* Expose Me by Kate Hewitt - 5/27/14 ★★★★ (Fifth Avenue Trilogy)

28. - Black & white cover - Coraline by Neil Gaiman - 1/16/14 ★★★
Coraline by Neil Gaiman

29–and holding. - Main character about to turn 30 - Can You Keep a Secret? by Sophie Kinsella - 6/7/14 ★★★★★

30 – Character is older than he appears - An Angel for Christmas by Heather Graham - 12/15/13 ★★★

31 – A new beginning - Remember Me? by Sophie Kinsella - 9/27/13 ★★★★★

Track of the Cat (Anna Pigeon, #1) by Nevada Barr The Newcomer (Thunder Point, #2) by Robyn Carr Erica's Choice by Sami Lee End Me a Tenor (Glee Club, #2) by Joelle Charbonneau Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult What a Wicked Earl Wants (The Sinful Scoundrels, #1) by Vicky Dreiling Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe A Novel with Recipes by Jenny Colgan The White Queen (The Cousins' War, #1) by Philippa Gregory Insurgent (Divergent, #2) by Veronica Roth Beautiful Lies (Ridley Jones #1) by Lisa Unger Burn (Breathless, #3) by Maya Banks A Chesapeake Shores Christmas (Chesapeake Shores, #4) by Sherryl Woods The Neighbor (Detective D.D. Warren, #3) by Lisa Gardner The Summer Garden (Chesapeake Shores #9) by Sherryl Woods Island of the Blue Dolphins (Island of the Blue Dolphins, #1) by Scott O'Dell The Christmas Sweater by Glenn Beck One Sweet Ride (Play by Play, #6) by Jaci Burton The 5th Horseman (Women's Murder Club #5) by James Patterson A Rumor Of Bones (Lindsay Chamberlain, #1) by Beverly Connor Catnap (Midnight Louie, #1) by Carole Nelson Douglas Glazed Murder (Donut Shop Mystery, #1) by Jessica Beck Driftwood Cottage (Chesapeake Shores, #5) by Sherryl Woods Sweet Seduction (Sweet, #3) by Maya Banks The Duke and I (Bridgertons, #1) by Julia Quinn Knitting by Anne Bartlett Mistress of Rome (The Empress of Rome, #1) by Kate Quinn Then Came You (Gamblers, #1) by Lisa Kleypas Expose Me (Fifth Avenue Trilogy #3) by Kate Hewitt An Angel for Christmas by Heather Graham Can You Keep a Secret? by Sophie Kinsella Remember Me?  by Sophie Kinsella


message 113: by Moderators of NBRC, Challenger-in-Chief (new)

Moderators of NBRC | 33496 comments Mod
Super, Connie! Add two more books to that, for a total of 33, as Day #27 requires three books (from different trilogies).

Note: We will also take books that were supposed to be a trilogy, but the authors expanded them.


message 114: by Catherine (last edited Sep 11, 2013 12:28PM) (new)

Catherine | 5067 comments @ Vi....the one I put here under romance..That Summer in Cornwall..Ciji Ware...could go for number 19 also...one of the characters is a paediatric nurse..


message 115: by Catherine (new)

Catherine | 5067 comments finished Thoughtless (Thoughtless, #1) by S.C. Stephens ...put at number 3..love triangle...does that work?


message 116: by Midu (last edited Sep 18, 2013 09:36AM) (new)

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message 117: by Jane (new)

Jane  | 705 comments Moderators of Nothing but Reading Challenges (All the Mods) wrote: "Jane wrote: "Would this book count as?

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow" Under the Never Sky (Under the Never Sky, #1) by Veronica Rossi

Works for me, Jane."


Thank you.


message 118: by Kristie (new)

Kristie | 3595 comments Update to Post #3

I wasn't sure what level I would make it to, but I have made it to the Slow Fortnight level already! I will definitely make the Never Ending Year. :)


message 119: by Midu (last edited Oct 27, 2013 09:55PM) (new)

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message 120: by Susan (last edited Dec 05, 2013 07:54AM) (new)

Susan Therriault | 13 comments



1a. MC has a first experience.
Flowers in the Attic (Dollanganger, #1) by V.C. Andrews
1b. One word title.
1c. First of a series.
Flowers in the Attic (Dollanganger, #1) by V.C. Andrews

2a. Romance book
2b. Has a partnership.
Flowers in the Attic (Dollanganger, #1) by V.C. Andrews
2c. Second chances.

3a. Wheel on the cover.
3b. Love triangle.
3c. Three best friends.

4a. Red, white and blue cover
4b. Set in the US
Flowers in the Attic (Dollanganger, #1) by V.C. Andrews
4c. US flag on the cover
4d. MC fighting for his independence/greater good
Flowers in the Attic (Dollanganger, #1) by V.C. Andrews

5a. Sports fan
5b. best buddy
5c. strong need for approval
5d. star on the cover
5e. Star in the title

6a. Is/becomes a mother
Flowers in the Attic (Dollanganger, #1) by V.C. Andrews
6b. Main character is a man
6c. Rebellion or resistance to some regimen.

7a. Extremely lucky
7b. Game related (gambling, bets, poker night, drinking game, you get my point).
7c. Tight deadline.

8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts).

9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. Read a book set in, or where a character comes from, a post-apocalyptic future

10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.

11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left". Read a book with only "one left" - it can be the only option left, or the only survivor, or the last of a set of events, the last book left in a series, etc.

12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title

13– Black cats, voodoo dolls and Friday the 13th. Read a book about superstitions, bad luck or the occult. Friday the 13th is also known among programmers for causing a computer bug. Read a book about computer viruses, computer hacking or some technological challenge like in Digital Fortress.

14–The 14th amendment defines US citizenship rights, and importantly, gave African Americans the right to citizenship in America. Read a book where a character moves to the US, or is based in 19th century America.

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover.

16– Sweet 16. Read a book where a character (doesn’t have to be the MC) reaches 16 or has a sweet 16 party. Or read a Young Adult book.

17–The shortest form of Japanese poetry (known as Haiku) contains exactly 17 syllables. Read something set in Japan. It takes 17 muscles to produce a smile. Read something that puts a smile on your face.

18–Number of holes on a golf course. Read a book about a professional sportsperson, or where a character plays golf, or golf is part of the title or cover of a book

19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu.

20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted.

21 – Is the legal age for drinking. Read a book where someone has a drinking problem, is an ex-alcoholic or overcome some addiction. 21 can also be Black Jack. Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas, or has a casino or a game of Black Jack or vingt et un is involved.

22–In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "22, v'là les flics!", "22, here come the cops!"). Read a book that is a police procedural, or has a strong police presence.

23a. Title that begins with "W."
23b. Series that begins with "W."
23b. Author with a first or last name that begins with "W."

24a. Read a book in one day
24b. Takes place all in one day.

25a. About a horse.
25b. Horse on a cover.

26a. Set in Australia
26b. Set on a ship.
26c. Set in the 18th century.

27a. 3 different trilogies
27b. Mathematic riddle or code

28a. Black and white cover.

29a. Main character is about to turn 30.
29b. listopia: "turning 30"

30a. Abnormal life span

31a. Last chances
31b. Final book of a series
31c. End of a cycle or a new beginning.


message 121: by Midu (new)

Midu Hadi | 2744 comments (view spoiler)


message 122: by Ezi (new)

Ezi Chinny (ezinwanyi) Updated my post: Read 27 of 31
Ezi's Post


message 123: by Keir (new)

Keir | 2 comments Gonna try this one out ^^


message 124: by Lindy (new)

Lindy (lindylee) trying for 265 this year


message 125: by Lisa Kay (new)

Lisa Kay (lisakayalicemaria) | 15159 comments Welcome to the challenge, Keir and Lindy!


message 126: by Jane (new)

Jane  | 705 comments COMPLETED
A Book A Day Keeps the Boredom at Bay Reading Challenge


My chosen level was Boredom Level:
Never Ending Year ► Read 14+ Books:

I Started August 18th 2013 and have completed it today the 5th of December.


It has been interesting but as there is a lot going on just now I will finish here and not try to go for filling all 31 spaces.

(view spoiler)

1: Unwind by Neal Shusterman. one word title and first in a series. (finished 20th of August 2013)

2: Playing for Timeby Barbara Bretton - Read a romance book. (finished 17th of November 2013)

3: The Owl Service by Alan Garner - love triangle (finished 9th of September 2013)

4: Buried Child by Sam Shepard - set on the US (finished 24th of November 2013)

6: Wish Upon A Star by Trisha Ashley - Cally ia a mother (finished 5th of December 2013)

8: Watership Down by Richard Adams - Fiver predicts the future (finished 25th of August 2013)

15: Under the Never Sky (Under the Never Sky, #1) by Veronica Rossi Under the Never Sky by Veronica Rossi - glow on book (finished 11th of October 2013)

20: Vegan, Virgin, Valentine by Carolyn Mackler - Mara is a straight A senior (finished 18th of September 2013)

23: The Weirdstone Of Brisingamen by Alan Garner - title begins with "W." (finished 4th of September 2013)

24: Fathom by Ashley L. Knight - Read a book in one day (read 26th of August 2013)

26: Life of Pi by Yann Martel - aboard a ship (finished 19th of August 2013)

27: Shifty Business by Olivia Hardin (finished 14th of September 2013)+ The Witching Hour by Anne Rice (finished 11th of October 2013) + Titus Groan by Mervyn Peake (finished 16th of November 2013) - Read a book from 3 different trilogies

28: Æsel by Kristina Stoltz Æsel by Kristina Stoltz - Black and White cover (finished 25th of September 2013)

30: The Vampire Lestat by Anne Rice - character has an abnormal life spam (finished 2nd of September 2013)

31: The Queen of the Damned by Anne Rice - end of a cycle or a new beginning. (finished 4th of October 2013)


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message 128: by Shan ~A~ (last edited Feb 08, 2014 08:21PM) (new)

Shan ~A~ | 856 comments A Book A Day Keeps the Boredom at Bay Reading Challenge
Duration: Dec 19, 2013 ~ Dec 18, 2014

Boredom Level - Never Ending Year

13/14+ Read

1 - Is the first day of the month. (first of a series) A Demon and His Witch 12/30/13

2 – One is good, two is better. (romance book) Dance with the Devil 12/28/13

3 – Being the third wheel is never funny. Read a book that has a wheel on the cover. Or has a love triangle. You can also read a book about three best friends.

4 – 4th of July is Independence Day. Read a book with a red, white and blue cover, or that is set on the US, or has the US flag on the cover. Or read a book where the main character is fighting for his independence or for some greater good.

5 - High Five. (has a best buddy) Rock Chick 01/19/14

6 - In numerology the number 6 is considered a feminine, nurturing, "mother" number. Read a book where the main female character is a mother or becomes a mother.
In a biblical sense, both man and the serpent were created on the sixth day, therefore, the number six represents both man and rebellion. Read a book were the main character is a man or about a rebellion or resistance to some regimen.

7–Lucky Seven. Read a book where a character is extremely lucky or a book about anything game related (gambling, bets, poker night, drinking game, you get my point). In the Old Testament, 7 is the number of days it took for God to create the world. Read a book with a tight deadline.

8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts).

9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. (set in a post-apocalyptic future) Surviving Passion 12/29/13

10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.

11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left".(the last book left in a series, etc) Any Duchess Will Do 01/22

12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title

13– Black cats, voodoo dolls and Friday the 13th. Read a book about superstitions, bad luck or the occult. Friday the 13th is also known among programmers for causing a computer bug. Read a book about computer viruses, computer hacking or some technological challenge like in Digital Fortress.

14–The 14th amendment defines US citizenship rights, and importantly, gave African Americans the right to citizenship in America. Read a book where a character moves to the US, or is based in 19th century America.

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover.

16– Sweet 16. (Young Adult book/also character turns 16)
Beautiful Creatures 12/31/13

17– Read something that puts a smile on your face.
A Week to Be Wicked 12/21/13

18– Read a book about a professional sportsperson
Corralled 02/05/14 (pro bullfighter/pro bullrider)

19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu.

20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted.

21 – Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas
A is for Alibi 02/05/14

22–In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (has a strong police presence)
Glory in Death 01/13/14

23–"W" is the 23rd letter of the alphabet. (author last name that begins with "W.")
Sexy Devil ~ Sasha White 01/11/14

24–There are 24 hours in a day. Read a book in one day. Or one that takes place all in one day.

25–British slang for £25 is "Pony." Read a book about a horse or has a picture of one on the cover.

26 – 26th January is the Australia day or the arrival of the First Fleet. Read a book set in Australia or aboard of a ship. You can also read an historical book with action taking place on the 18th century.

27– Is the perfect cube (3 X 3 X 3). Read a book from 3 different trilogies - yes, that means 3 books -
1.Ghost Shadow (Bone Island Trilogy #1) by Heather Graham 01/21
2.
3.

28–The number of dominoes in standard domino sets. Read something with a black and white cover.

29–and holding. Read a book where the main character is about to turn 30.
Or you can use listopia: I searched for "turning 30" and got results like
Flavorwire.com's 30 Books Everyone Should Read Before Turning 30
or
The books of my 20s">The books of my 20s
Any book from those lists (or similar) will be eligible for this option.

30–Over the hill or don't trust anyone over 30. Read a book where a character has an abnormal life spam and is older than he/she appears (vampire, fae, warlock, elf, etc) Shadowfever 12/26/13

31 – Is the last day of the month. Read a book about last chances. Or read the final book of a series. You can also read a book about the end of a cycle or a new beginning.


message 129: by Lisa Kay (new)

Lisa Kay (lisakayalicemaria) | 15159 comments Welcome to the challenge, Shan!


message 130: by ✿Claire✿ (new)

✿Claire✿ (clairelm) | 1222 comments I've not actually read anything towards this yet so I'm starting again from the 1st January!


message 131: by Lisa Kay (new)

Lisa Kay (lisakayalicemaria) | 15159 comments Sounds good, ✿Claire✿. A fresh start.


message 132: by Karla (new)

Karla I'm going to start in January

A Book A Day
Duration: 1/1/14-12/31/14


Rules:Re-reads allowed. Any format (audio, ebook, graphic novel, book, etc.) acceptable.

Boredom Levels
Sleepy Day ► Read 2 - 3 Books
Lazy Week ► Read 4 - 6 Books
Slow Fortnight ► Read 7 - 9 Books
Bored Month ► Read 10 - 13 Books
Never Ending Year ► Read 14+ Books

1 - Is the first day of the month. Read a book where the main character (MC) has a first experience of sorts. Or is a one word title. Or is the first of a series.

2 – One is good, two is better. Read a romance book or a book that has a partnership.
Subgenres of romance under the spoiler
(view spoiler)
Two can also mean repetition. Read a book about second chances.

3 – Being the third wheel is never funny. Read a book that has a wheel on the cover. Or has a love triangle. You can also read a book about three best friends.

4 – 4th of July is Independence Day. Read a book with a red, white and blue cover, or that is set on the US, or has the US flag on the cover. Or read a book where the main character is fighting for his independence or for some greater good.

5 - High Five. Read a book where a character is a sports fan or has a best buddy. Or read one about a character with a strong need for approval. There are five points on a star. Read a book with a star on the cover or title.

6 - In numerology the number 6 is considered a feminine, nurturing, "mother" number. Read a book where the main female character is a mother or becomes a mother.
In a biblical sense, both man and the serpent were created on the sixth day, therefore, the number six represents both man and rebellion. Read a book were the main character is a man or about a rebellion or resistance to some regimen.

7–Lucky Seven. Read a book where a character is extremely lucky or a book about anything game related (gambling, bets, poker night, drinking game, you get my point). In the Old Testament, 7 is the number of days it took for God to create the world. Read a book with a tight deadline.

8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts).

9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. Read a book set in, or where a character comes from, a post-apocalyptic future

10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.

11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left". Read a book with only "one left" - it can be the only option left, or the only survivor, or the last of a set of events, the last book left in a series, etc.

12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title

13– Black cats, voodoo dolls and Friday the 13th. Read a book about superstitions, bad luck or the occult. Friday the 13th is also known among programmers for causing a computer bug. Read a book about computer viruses, computer hacking or some technological challenge like in Digital Fortress.

14–The 14th amendment defines US citizenship rights, and importantly, gave African Americans the right to citizenship in America. Read a book where a character moves to the US, or is based in 19th century America.

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover.


16– Sweet 16. Read a book where a character (doesn’t have to be the MC) reaches 16 or has a sweet 16 party. Or read a Young Adult book.

17–The shortest form of Japanese poetry (known as Haiku) contains exactly 17 syllables. Read something set in Japan. It takes 17 muscles to produce a smile. Read something that puts a smile on your face.

18–Number of holes on a golf course. Read a book about a professional sportsperson, or where a character plays golf, or golf is part of the title or cover of a book

19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu.

20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted.

21 – Is the legal age for drinking. Read a book where someone has a drinking problem, is an ex-alcoholic or overcome some addiction. 21 can also be Black Jack. Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas, or has a casino or a game of Black Jack or vingt et un is involved.

22–In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "22, v'là les flics!", "22, here come the cops!"). Read a book that is a police procedural, or has a strong police presence.

23–"W" is the 23rd letter of the alphabet. It has two points down and three points up. Half of W is V, which is the Roman numeral for 5. The "W" on your keyboard is right between the 2 and 3. Read a book with a title or series name that begins with "W." Or was written by an author with a first or last name that begins with "W."

24–There are 24 hours in a day. Read a book in one day. Or one that takes place all in one day.

25–British slang for £25 is "Pony." Read a book about a horse or has a picture of one on the cover.

26 – 26th January is the Australia day or the arrival of the First Fleet. Read a book set in Australia or aboard of a ship. You can also read an historical book with action taking place on the 18th century.

27– Is the perfect cube (3 X 3 X 3). Read a book from 3 different trilogies - yes, that means 3 books - Or read a book about a mathematic riddle or code, books like The Da Vinci Code or The Eight are a good example for this one.

28–The number of dominoes in standard domino sets. Read something with a black and white cover.

29–and holding. Read a book where the main character is about to turn 30.
Or you can use listopia: I searched for "turning 30" and got results like
Flavorwire.com's 30 Books Everyone Should Read Before Turning 30
or
The books of my 20s">The books of my 20s
Any book from those lists (or similar) will be eligible for this option.

30–Over the hill or don't trust anyone over 30. Read a book where a character has an abnormal life spam and is older than he/she appears (vampire, fae, warlock, elf, etc).

31 – Is the last day of the month. Read a book about last chances. Or read the final book of a series. You can also read a book about the end of a cycle or a new beginning.


message 133: by Lisa Kay (new)

Lisa Kay (lisakayalicemaria) | 15159 comments Neat, Karla! Welcome to the challenge.


message 134: by AndaM (new)

AndaM | 168 comments Reading Challenges > A Book A Day Keeps the Boredom at Bay Reading Challenge
Duration: 1 year from the day you start

Start 08/01/13

1 - Is the first day of the month. Read a book where the main character (MC) has a first experience of sorts. Or is a one word title. Or is the first of a series.
First Comes Marriage (Huxtable Quintet #1) by Mary Balogh 08/09/13
First Comes Marriage (Huxtable Quintet #1) by Mary Balogh

2 – One is good, two is better. Read a romance book or a book that has a partnership.
Subgenres of romance under the spoiler
(view spoiler)
Two can also mean repetition. Read a book about second chances.
The Secret (Highlands' Lairds #1) by Julie Garwood 08/06/13
The Secret (Highlands' Lairds #1) by Julie Garwood

3 – Being the third wheel is never funny. Read a book that has a wheel on the cover. Or has a love triangle. You can also read a book about three best friends.
Daring to Dream (Dream Trilogy #1) by Nora Roberts 08/09/13
Daring to Dream (Dream Trilogy #1) by Nora Roberts

4 – 4th of July is Independence Day. Read a book with a red, white and blue cover, or that is set on the US, or has the US flag on the cover. Or read a book where the main character is fighting for his independence or for some greater good.
The Darkest Craving (Lords of the Underworld #10) by Gena Showalter 08/02/13
The Darkest Craving (Lords of The Underworld, #10) by Gena Showalter

5 - High Five. Read a book where a character is a sports fan or has a best buddy. Or read one about a character with a strong need for approval. There are five points on a star. Read a book with a star on the cover or title.
On A Night Like This (Callaways #1) by Barbara Freethy 10/27/13
On A Night Like This (Callaways, #1) by Barbara Freethy

6 - In numerology the number 6 is considered a feminine, nurturing, "mother" number. Read a book where the main female character is a mother or becomes a mother.
In a biblical sense, both man and the serpent were created on the sixth day, therefore, the number six represents both man and rebellion. Read a book were the main character is a man or about a rebellion or resistance to some regimen.
Master of Desire (Brotherhood/MacAllister #1) by Kinley MacGregor 08/11/13
Master of Desire (Brotherhood/MacAllister, #1) by Kinley MacGregor

7–Lucky Seven. Read a book where a character is extremely lucky or a book about anything game related (gambling, bets, poker night, drinking game, you get my point). In the Old Testament, 7 is the number of days it took for God to create the world. Read a book with a tight deadline.
A Dark Champion (Brotherhood/MacAllister #6) by Kinley MacGregor 08/16/13
A Dark Champion (Brotherhood/MacAllister, #5) by Kinley MacGregor

8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts).
Heart Mate (Celta's Heartmates #1) by Robin D. Owens 08/28/13
Heart Mate (Celta's Heartmates, #1) by Robin D. Owens

9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. Read a book set in, or where a character comes from, a post-apocalyptic future
Nightfall (Dark Age Dawning #1) by Ellen Connor 11/22/13
Nightfall (Dark Age Dawning, #1) by Ellen Connor

10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.
Return of the Warrior (Brotherhood/MacAllister #7) by Kinley MacGregor 08/18/13
Return of the Warrior (Brotherhood / MacAllister's #6) by Kinley MacGregor

11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left". Read a book with only "one left" - it can be the only option left, or the only survivor, or the last of a set of events, the last book left in a series, etc.
The Warrior (Brotherhood/MacAllister #8) by Kinley MacGregor 08/19/13
The Warrior (Brotherhood/MacAllister Series, #7) by Kinley MacGregor

12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title
Take Me Home for Christmas (Whiskey Creek #5) by Brenda Novak 11/09/13
Take Me Home for Christmas (Whiskey Creek, #5) by Brenda Novak

13– Black cats, voodoo dolls and Friday the 13th. Read a book about superstitions, bad luck or the occult. Friday the 13th is also known among programmers for causing a computer bug. Read a book about computer viruses, computer hacking or some technological challenge like in Digital Fortress.
Edge of Danger (T-FLAC #8) by Cherry Adair 11/20/13
Edge of Danger (T-FLAC, #8) by Cherry Adair

14–The 14th amendment defines US citizenship rights, and importantly, gave African Americans the right to citizenship in America. Read a book where a character moves to the US, or is based in 19th century America.
On Dublin Street (On Dublin Street #1) by Samantha Young 11/23/13
On Dublin Street (On Dublin Street, #1) by Samantha Young

15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover.
How to Drive a Dragon Crazy (The Dragon Kin #6) by G.A. Aiken 08/31/13
How to Drive a Dragon Crazy (Dragon Kin, #6) by G.A. Aiken

16– Sweet 16. Read a book where a character (doesn’t have to be the MC) reaches 16 or has a sweet 16 party. Or read a Young Adult book.
Enclave (Razorland #1) by Ann Aguirre 11/27/13
Enclave (Razorland, #1) by Ann Aguirre

17–The shortest form of Japanese poetry (known as Haiku) contains exactly 17 syllables. Read something set in Japan. It takes 17 muscles to produce a smile. Read something that puts a smile on your face.
Second Grave on the Left (Charley Davidson #2) by Darynda Jones 09/03/13
Second Grave on the Left (Charley Davidson, #2) by Darynda Jones

18–Number of holes on a golf course. Read a book about a professional sportsperson, or where a character plays golf, or golf is part of the title or cover of a book
Taking Shots (Assassins #1) by Toni Aleo 11/03/13
Taking Shots (Assassins, #1) by Toni Aleo

19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu.
Phantom Shadows (Immortal Guardians #3) by Dianne Duvall 08/01/13
Phantom Shadows (Immortal Guardians, #3) by Dianne Duvall

20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted.
Raziel (The Fallen #1) by Kristina Douglas 08/05/13
Raziel (The Fallen, #1) by Kristina Douglas

21 – Is the legal age for drinking. Read a book where someone has a drinking problem, is an ex-alcoholic or overcome some addiction. 21 can also be Black Jack. Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas, or has a casino or a game of Black Jack or vingt et un is involved.
Rock Chick Renegade (Rock Chick #4) by Kristen Ashley 10/01/13
Rock Chick Renegade (Rock Chick, #4) by Kristen Ashley

22–In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "22, v'là les flics!", "22, here come the cops!"). Read a book that is a police procedural, or has a strong police presence.
First Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson #1) by Darynda Jones 09/02/13
First Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson, #1) by Darynda Jones

23–"W" is the 23rd letter of the alphabet. It has two points down and three points up. Half of W is V, which is the Roman numeral for 5. The "W" on your keyboard is right between the 2 and 3. Read a book with a title or series name that begins with "W." Or was written by an author with a first or last name that begins with "W."
Wrong Bed, Right Guy (Come Undone #1) by Katee Robert 09/15/13
Wrong Bed, Right Guy (Come Undone, #1) by Katee Robert

24–There are 24 hours in a day. Read a book in one day. Or one that takes place all in one day.
Born in Sin (Brotherhood/MacAllister #3) by Kinley MacGregor 08/14/13
Born in Sin (Brotherhood/MacAllister, #3) by Kinley MacGregor

25–British slang for £25 is "Pony." Read a book about a horse or has a picture of one on the cover.
Lethal Rider (Lords of Deliverance #3) by Larissa Ione 01/18/14
Lethal Rider (Lords of Deliverance, #3; Demonica, #8) by Larissa Ione

26 – 26th January is the Australia day or the arrival of the First Fleet. Read a book set in Australia or aboard of a ship. You can also read an historical book with action taking place on the 18th century.
Captured by the Highlander (Highlander Trilogy #1) by Julianne MacLean 08/27/13
Captured by the Highlander (Highlander Trilogy, #1) by Julianne MacLean

27– Is the perfect cube (3 X 3 X 3). Read a book from 3 different trilogies - yes, that means 3 books - Or read a book about a mathematic riddle or code, books like The Da Vinci Code or The Eight are a good example for this one.
1. Hotter After Midnight (Midnight #1) by Cynthia Eden 09/12/13
2. Quinn (Wyoming Sky #1) by R.C. Ryan 09/22/13
3. Claimed by the Highlander (Highlander Trilogy #2) by Julianne MacLean 10/06/13
Hotter After Midnight (Midnight, #1) by Cynthia Eden Quinn (Wyoming Sky, #1) by R.C. Ryan Claimed by the Highlander (Highlander Trilogy, #2) by Julianne MacLean

28–The number of dominoes in standard domino sets. Read something with a black and white cover.
Unbeautifully (Undeniable #2) by Madeline Sheehan 08/10/13
Unbeautifully (Undeniable, #2) by Madeline Sheehan

29–and holding. Read a book where the main character is about to turn 30.
So This Is Love (Callaways #2) by Barbara Freethy 11/12/13
So This Is Love (Callaways, #2) by Barbara Freethy

30–Over the hill or don't trust anyone over 30. Read a book where a character has an abnormal life spam and is older than he/she appears (vampire, fae, warlock, elf, etc).
Zane's Redemption (Scanguards Vampires #5) by Tina Folsom 08/03/13
Zane's Redemption (Scanguards Vampires, #5) by Tina Folsom

31 – Is the last day of the month. Read a book about last chances. Or read the final book of a series. You can also read a book about the end of a cycle or a new beginning.
Protecting What's His (Line of Duty #1) by Tessa Bailey 09/17/13
Protecting What's His (Line of Duty, #1) by Tessa Bailey


message 135: by Lisa (last edited May 31, 2014 03:34AM) (new)

Lisa 1/14-12/14
Level--Never Ending Year
29/31

1. Onyx 3-13-14
2. Losing Hope 2-22-14
3. A Beautiful Dark 4-20-14
4. What She Left Behind 1-22-14
5. Snicker of Magic 5-10-14
6. Nazi Hunters 4-10-14
7. Journal of Douglas Allen Deeds 5-10-14
8. Lost Lake 5-5-14
9. Divergent 2-4-14
10. Goose Girl 4-5-14
11. Revel 5-18-14
12. Tiger Lily 5-23-14
13. Hate List 5-28-14
14. Willow 4-23-14
15. Evertrue 2-20-14
16. Uglies 2-19-14
17. Get Well Soon 1-30-14
18. Panic (dancer) 5-31-14
19. The Great Trouble 3-15-14
20. Fracture 4-25-14
21. Voyage of the Great Titanic 5-20-14
22. Far From You 5-1-14
23. Museum of Intangible Things by Wendy Wunder 5-27-14
24. Catherine, Called Birdy 4-26-14
25. Girl Who Chased Away Sorrow 5-25-14
26. Standing in the Light 5-3-14
27.
28. This Is What Happy Looks Like 4-17-14
29.
30. 57 Lives of Alex Wayfare 4-14-14
31. Esperanza Rising 4-27-14


message 136: by Wendy (new)

Wendy Kalthoff (wkalthoff) | 9 comments read #1 so far chasing oerfect by susan mallery. I am on the second book almost perfect now. discusses 4th of July parade in first book.


message 137: by Moderators of NBRC, Challenger-in-Chief (new)

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Looks like you finished, AndaM, right? If so, congratulations! Woohoo!


message 138: by Moderators of NBRC, Challenger-in-Chief (new)

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Welcome to the challenge, Lisa and Wendy!


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Congratulations, Allison!


message 140: by Barbara ★ (new)

Barbara ★ *** CHALLENGE COMPLETE ***

Duration: August 1, 2013 - July 31, 2014
Level: Never Ending Year ► Read 14+ Books

READ: 31/31

✔1 - Is the first day of the month. Read a book where the main character (MC) has a first experience of sorts. Or is a one word title. Or is the first of a series.
A Taste of Sin - Connie Mason (heroine is a virgin) 8/9

✔2 – One is good, two is better. Read a romance book or a book that has a partnership. Two can also mean repetition. Read a book about second chances.
The Art of Seducing a Naked Werewolf - Molly Harper (romance) 8/3

✔3 – Being the third wheel is never funny. Read a book that has a wheel on the cover. Or has a love triangle. You can also read a book about three best friends.
Unspoken - Sarah Rees Brennan (love triangle) 8/8

✔4 – 4th of July is Independence Day. Read a book with a red, white and blue cover, or that is set on the US, or has the US flag on the cover. Or read a book where the main character is fighting for his independence or for some greater good.
P is for Peril - Sue Grafton (set in California) 8/2

✔5 - High Five. Read a book where a character is a sports fan or has a best buddy. Or read one about a character with a strong need for approval. There are five points on a star. Read a book with a star on the cover or title.
Forced to Kill - Andrew Peterson (hero & best bud) 9/4

✔6 - In numerology the number 6 is considered a feminine, nurturing, "mother" number. Read a book where the main female character is a mother or becomes a mother.
The Well of Shades - Juliet Marillier (heroine has a daughter) 8/7

✔7–Lucky Seven. Read a book where a character is extremely lucky or a book about anything game related (gambling, bets, poker night, drinking game, you get my point). In the Old Testament, 7 is the number of days it took for God to create the world. Read a book with a tight deadline.
Ink Flamingos - Karen Olson (set in Vegas, time spent in casino) 9/17

✔8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts).
Clockwork Princess - Cassandra Clare (magic users) 8/2

✔9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. Read a book set in, or where a character comes from, a post-apocalyptic future
Z for Zachariah - Robert O'Brien (post-apocalyptic) 9/9

✔10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.
Naked Edge - Pamela Clare (heroine is a journalist) 8/3

A Taste of Sin (Sin Trilogy, #1) by Connie Mason The Art of Seducing a Naked Werewolf (Naked Werewolf, #2) by Molly Harper Unspoken (The Lynburn Legacy, #1) by Sarah Rees Brennan P is for Peril (Kinsey Millhone, #16) by Sue Grafton Forced to Kill (Nathan McBride, #2) by Andrew Peterson The Well of Shades (The Bridei Chronicles, #3) by Juliet Marillier Ink Flamingos (Tattoo Shop Mystery, #4) by Karen E. Olson Clockwork Princess (The Infernal Devices, #3) by Cassandra Clare Z for Zachariah by Robert C. O'Brien Naked Edge (I-Team, #4) by Pamela Clare

✔11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left". Read a book with only "one left" - it can be the only option left, or the only survivor, or the last of a set of events, the last book left in a series, etc.
Last Man Standing - Cindy Gerard (series conclusion) 8/5

✔12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title
Eyes Wide Open - Andrew Gross (one of the Apostles is named Andrew) 8/26

✔13– Black cats, voodoo dolls and Friday the 13th. Read a book about superstitions, bad luck or the occult. Friday the 13th is also known among programmers for causing a computer bug. Read a book about computer viruses, computer hacking or some technological challenge like in Digital Fortress.
Rebel - Zoe Archer (Native American superstitions) 9/8

✔14–The 14th amendment defines US citizenship rights, and importantly, gave African Americans the right to citizenship in America. Read a book where a character moves to the US, or is based in 19th century America.
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter -  Seth Grahame-Smith (set in American in 1800s) 8/4

✔15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover.
The Red Heart of Jade - Marjorie Liu (light on cover) 8/31

✔16– Sweet 16. Read a book where a character (doesn’t have to be the MC) reaches 16 or has a sweet 16 party. Or read a Young Adult book.
Out of Breath - Rebecca Donovan (young adult) 9/14

✔17- The shortest form of Japanese poetry (known as Haiku) contains exactly 17 syllables. Read something set in Japan. It takes 17 muscles to produce a smile. Read something that puts a smile on your face.
Fruits Basket, Volume 01 - Natsuki Takaya (Japanese manga, set in Japan) 8/11

✔18–Number of holes on a golf course. Read a book about a professional sportsperson, or where a character plays golf, or golf is part of the title or cover of a book
MacRieve - Kresley Cole (professional soccer player) 3/13

✔19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu.
The Woman Who Swallowed a Toothbrush: And Other Weird Medical Case Histories - Rob Myers 9/4

✔20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted.
12th of Never - James Patterson (best seller) 9/26

Last Man Standing (Black Ops, #7) by Cindy Gerard Eyes Wide Open  by Andrew Gross Rebel (The Blades of the Rose, #3) by Zoe Archer Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter by Seth Grahame-Smith The Red Heart of Jade (Dirk & Steele, #3) by Marjorie M. Liu Out of Breath (Breathing, #3) by Rebecca Donovan Fruits Basket, Volume 01 by Natsuki Takaya MacRieve (Immortals After Dark, #13) by Kresley Cole The Woman Who Swallowed a Toothbrush And Other Weird Medical Case Histories by Rob Myers 12th of Never (Women's Murder Club, #12) by James Patterson

✔21 – Is the legal age for drinking. Read a book where someone has a drinking problem, is an ex-alcoholic or overcome some addiction. 21 can also be Black Jack. Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas, or has a casino or a game of Black Jack or vingt et un is involved.
Blood Lies - Daniel Kalla (m.c. is an alcoholic) 10/3

✔22– In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "22, v'là les flics!", "22, here come the cops!"). Read a book that is a police procedural, or has a strong police presence.
Unwanted - Kristina Ohlsson (police procedural) 8/21

✔23–"W" is the 23rd letter of the alphabet. It has two points down and three points up. Half of W is V, which is the Roman numeral for 5. The "W" on your keyboard is right between the 2 and 3. Read a book with a title or series name that begins with "W." Or was written by an author with a first or last name that begins with "W."
When Is A Pig A Hog?: A Guide To Confoundingly Related English Words - Bernice Randall (title starts with W) 9/6

✔24–There are 24 hours in a day. Read a book in one day. Or one that takes place all in one day.
Sizzle - Julie Garwood (read in one day) 9/29

✔25–British slang for £25 is "Pony." Read a book about a horse or has a picture of one on the cover.
The Sisters Brothers - Patrick deWitt (m.c.'s horse plays an important role) 9/28

✔26 – 26th January is the Australia day or the arrival of the First Fleet. Read a book set in Australia or aboard of a ship. You can also read an historical book with action taking place on the 18th century.
Mutiny on the Bounty - John Boyne (set on a ship) 8/20

✔27– Is the perfect cube (3 X 3 X 3). Read a book from 3 different trilogies - yes, that means 3 books - Or read a book about a mathematic riddle or code, books like The Da Vinci Code or The Eight are a good example for this one.
trilogy 1 - Barely Breathing - Rebecca Donovan (book #3 breathing trilogy) 8/12
trilogy 2 - Kill Me Again - Maggie Shayne (book 2 Secrets of Shadow Falls trilogy) 8/16
trilogy 3 - The Last Boyfriend - Nora Roberts (book 2 Inn Boonsboro trilogy) 8/31

✔28–The number of dominoes in standard domino sets. Read something with a black and white cover.
Ugly Beautiful - Seanpaul Thomas 10/1

✔29–and holding. Read a book where the main character is about to turn 30.
Aunt Dimity's Death - Nancy Atherton (m.c. is 29 going on 30) 9/8

✔30–Over the hill or don't trust anyone over 30. Read a book where a character has an abnormal life span and is older than he/she appears (vampire, fae, warlock, elf, etc).
Winter Kiss - Deborah Cooke (hero is 450) 8/14

✔31 – Is the last day of the month. Read a book about last chances. Or read the final book of a series. You can also read a book about the end of a cycle or a new beginning.
Master of Darkness - Angela Knight (series conclusion) 9/5

Blood Lies by Daniel Kalla Unwanted by Kristina Ohlsson When is a Pig a Hog? A Guide to Confoundingly Related English Words by Bernice Randall Sizzle (Buchanan-Renard, #8) by Julie Garwood The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt Mutiny on the Bounty by John Boyne Barely Breathing (Breathing, #2) by Rebecca Donovan Kill Me Again (Secrets of Shadow Falls, #2) by Maggie Shayne The Last Boyfriend (Inn BoonsBoro, #2) by Nora Roberts Aunt Dimity's Death (An Aunt Dimity Mystery, #1) by Nancy Atherton Ugly Beautiful by Sean-Paul Thomas Winter Kiss (Dragonfire, #4) by Deborah Cooke Master of Darkness (Mageverse, #9) by Angela Knight


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☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ | 7238 comments I'm in. Sound like fun!

A Book A Day Keeps the Boredom at Bay Reading Challenge
Duration: 1/1/14-12/31/14


Rules:Re-reads allowed. Any format (audio, ebook, graphic novel, book, etc.) acceptable.

Boredom Level
Never Ending Year ► Read 14+ Books
Completed: 25 days but 27 Books read


✔1 - Is the first day of the month. Read a book where the main character (MC) has a first experience of sorts. Or is a one word title. Or is the first of a series.
Naked in Death (In Death, #1) by J.D. Robb 1/31/14, first in the series.

✔2 – One is good, two is better. Read a romance book or a book that has a partnership.
Subgenres of romance under the spoiler
Two can also mean repetition. Read a book about second chances.
Wanted by Her Lost Love by Maya Banks 3/18, second chance.

✔4 – 4th of July is Independence Day. Read a book with a red, white and blue cover, or that is set on the US, or has the US flag on the cover. Or read a book where the main character is fighting for his independence or for some greater good.
NYPD Red (NYPD Red, #1) by James Patterson 8/28

✔6 - In numerology the number 6 is considered a feminine, nurturing, "mother" number. Read a book where the main female character is a mother or becomes a mother.
In a biblical sense, both man and the serpent were created on the sixth day, therefore, the number six represents both man and rebellion. Read a book were the main character is a man or about a rebellion or resistance to some regimen. Seduction and Snacks (Chocolate Lovers, #1) by Tara Sivec 8/30


✔8– Magic Eight Ball. Read a Magical Book or a book where a character predicts the future (visions, premonitions, tarot readings, any method counts). Clean Sweep (Innkeeper Chronicles, #1) by Ilona Andrews 8/16

✔9–Is the name of a film set in a post-apocalyptic future. Read a book set in, or where a character comes from, a post-apocalyptic future The Maze Runner (Maze Runner, #1) by James Dashner 9/19

✔10 – 10th of June is the day of Camoes, Portugal and the Portuguese communities. Read a poetry book or a book that has a writer as the main character. Or read a book where the protagonist is Portuguese or Brazilian or speaks Portuguese. Or read a book where the main character struggles to save a precious item.
Have a Little Faith a True Story by Mitch Albom 7/20
✔11–Its etymological originates from a Germanic compound ainlif meaning "one left". Read a book with only "one left" - it can be the only option left, or the only survivor, or the last of a set of events, the last book left in a series, etc. Never Love a Highlander (McCabe Trilogy, #3) by Maya Banks 7/30

✔12– 12 days of Christmas. Read a book about Christmas, Christmas songs or that has a cumulative title, like Once Bitten, Twice Shy. 12 is also the governmental perfection. Read a book with a character or author named as one of the 12 Apostles, or set in Israel. There are 12 zodiacal signs. Read a book with zodiac or one of the signs on the cover or in the title Dear Santa ... by Todd Brown 12/23

✔15–The atomic number of phosphorus, which emits a faint glow upon exposure to oxygen – hence its name given from Greek mythology, meaning "light-bearer." Read a book showing the faint glow of light on the cover. Zero Day (John Puller, #1) by David Baldacci 1/24


✔16– Sweet 16. Read a book where a character (doesn’t have to be the MC) reaches 16 or has a sweet 16 party. Or read a Young Adult book. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee 3/10

✔17–The shortest form of Japanese poetry (known as Haiku) contains exactly 17 syllables. Read something set in Japan. It takes 17 muscles to produce a smile. Read something that puts a smile on your face. Pastels and Jingle Bells (Heavenly Bites #1) by Elaina Lee 12/23

✔18–Number of holes on a golf course. Read a book about a professional sportsperson, or where a character plays golf, or golf is part of the title or cover of a book Tempting the Player (Gamble Brothers, #2) by J. Lynn 8/24

✔19–The worst worldwide influenza pandemic ended in 1919. Read a book from the medical genre, or a book with a character who is a Doctor or Nurse, or a book where someone dies from the flu. Pleasure Unbound (Demonica, #1) by Larissa Ione 11/3

✔20–20/20. Read a “number one book”: about a top student, a perfect score, a best seller. You can also read a book where a character has one of the senses highlighted. First Grave on the Right (Charley Davidson, #1) by Darynda Jones 8/20

✔21 – Is the legal age for drinking. Read a book where someone has a drinking problem, is an ex-alcoholic or overcome some addiction. 21 can also be Black Jack. Read a book set or where the character goes to Las Vegas, or has a casino or a game of Black Jack or vingt et un is involved. First Ink (Wicked Ink Chronicles, #1) by Laura Wright 2/22

✔22–In French, "22" is used as a phrase to warn of the coming of the police (typically "22, v'là les flics!", "22, here come the cops!"). Read a book that is a police procedural, or has a strong police presence.
Immortal in Death (In Death, #3) by J.D. Robb 3/14, strong police presence.

✔23–"W" is the 23rd letter of the alphabet. It has two points down and three points up. Half of W is V, which is the Roman numeral for 5. The "W" on your keyboard is right between the 2 and 3. Read a book with a title or series name that begins with "W." Or was written by an author with a first or last name that begins with "W." Whiskey Beach by Nora Roberts 11/18

✔24–There are 24 hours in a day. Read a book in one day. Or one that takes place all in one day. Small Town Siren (Texas Sirens, #1) by Sophie Oak 5/22

✔25–British slang for £25 is "Pony." Read a book about a horse or has a picture of one on the cover. The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks 7/28

✔26 – 26th January is the Australia day or the arrival of the First Fleet. Read a book set in Australia or aboard of a ship. You can also read an historical book with action taking place on the 18th century. Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty 11/15

✔27– Is the perfect cube (3 X 3 X 3). Read a book from 3 different trilogies - yes, that means 3 books - Or read a book about a mathematic riddle or code, books like The Da Vinci Code or The Eight are a good example for this one.
Down to You (The Bad Boys, #1) by M. Leighton 4/25
Up to Me (The Bad Boys, #2) by M. Leighton 6/20
Everything for Us (The Bad Boys, #3) by M. Leighton 12/19

✔28–The number of dominoes in standard domino sets. Read something with a black and white cover.
Love Water Memory by Jennie Shortridge 3/8/14, black and white cover.

✔30–Over the hill or don't trust anyone over 30. Read a book where a character has an abnormal life spam and is older than he/she appears (vampire, fae, warlock, elf, etc).
Covet (Vampire Erotic Theatre #1) by Felicity Heaton 3/7 vampire that is decades old.

✔31 – Is the last day of the month. Read a book about last chances. Or read the final book of a series. You can also read a book about the end of a cycle or a new beginning.
The Book of Life (All Souls Trilogy, #3) by Deborah Harkness 11/28


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Big Time congrats, Barbara★!


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Welcome to the challenge, Carmen!


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Kimberly (poweki) | 1713 comments I'm Done. D.O.N.E. Donedonedonedonedone!!

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Why on earth did I think it was necessary to complete each category (except #27) 2 times?? I recall it had something to do with the Tower Challenge...?

Anyway, I'm done. :)


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Lisa Kay (lisakayalicemaria) | 15159 comments Congrats, Kimberly! I had a challenge like that once. This is the gif I made:

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Kimberly (poweki) | 1713 comments Lisa Kay wrote: "Congrats, Kimberly! I had a challenge like that once. This is the gif I made:






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PERFECT!! :)


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A H A Book A Day Keeps the Boredom at Bay Reading Challenge
Bored Month ►
Read 10 - 13 Books
Duration : 8th June, 2014 to 8th June, 2015


1 - The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han (1st book in a series)
2 - Someone Else's Life by Katie Dale
4 - Cinder by Marissa Meyer
5 - Legend by Marie Lu
16 - The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin
17 - The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith
31 - If I Stay by Gayle Forman

Completed : 7


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