All Things Winter 2013 Reading Challenge

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

What makes you think of Winter?



Whatever it is, if you read about it you can make it part of the challenge!

Some ideas...

Books published in December, January, February, or March.

Books that take place during the Winter months.

Character's names that remind you of Winter.

If it works for you, it works for us!

Rules: The only rule is that for a book to count, you can't begin reading before December 21, and must be finished by March 19.

Please be sure to post your stats at the top of your post so I can quickly find and update them as you go.

Interested in joining us? Sign up below!

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

BJ Rose-----------------9/15
Danielle---------------------18/18 - - - Done!!!
Dina---------------------12/12 - - - Done!!!
Kate----------------------17/17 - - - Done!!!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Sign me up. I love Winter!

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Danielle The Book Huntress (Angels Weep For Goodreads) wrote: "Sign me up. I love Winter!"

It's a great time of year for reading, isn't it? Snuggled up by a fire (or in bed) with a good book!

[Ora]

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[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Ora wrote: "R"

R?

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

UniquelyMoi ... So I Can Shine... wrote: " Danielle The Book Huntress (Angels Weep For Goodreads) wrote: "Sign me up. I love Winter!"

It's a great time of year for reading, isn't it? Snuggled up by a fire (or in bed) with a good book!"

Yes! The weather is chilly here in TX right now. Too bad I don't feel like reading. :(

[BJ Rose]

Today's a rainy day - that's our winter!! Sign me up, but I'll probably be a month into it before I settle on a theme!!!

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

BJ Rose wrote: "Today's a rainy day - that's our winter!! Sign me up, but I'll probably be a month into it before I settle on a theme!!!"

You got it, doll!

It's cold and windy here. We were supposed to have a family thing here but the pass was too dangerous so no one came up.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

UniquelyMoi ... So I Can Shine... wrote: "BJ Rose wrote: "Today's a rainy day - that's our winter!! Sign me up, but I'll probably be a month into it before I settle on a theme!!!"

You got it, doll!

It's cold and windy here. We were suppo..."

That's too bad. The weather has been dire all over. It's supposed to warm up for a bit.

[K]

I'm in. I will think about my challenge during my snow day. :)

[Lisa Kay]

Welcome to the challenge, BJ Rose, Danielle, and Kate!

[K]

Winter Challenge

December 21, 2013-March 19, 2014
Completed x/17

Books that will be published this winter

Take On Me by Cherrie Lynn
How to Run With a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper
Kaleidoscope by Kristen Ashley
Once in a Lifetime by Jill Shalvis


Books that have been published during the winter months

Hired by Lily Harem
Arranged by Catherine McKenzie
The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones
Scrumptious by Amanda Usen
Reaper's Property by Joanna Wylde
One Week Girlfriend by Monica Murphy
Kaleb by Nicole Edwards
Sins & Needles by Karina Halle
Beauty from Pain by Georgia Cates
Rush by Maya Banks
Protecting What's His by Tessa Bailey
Falling Into You by Jasinda Wilder

[Dina]

Sign me up for 12 books, Dhes! It's hot as Hades and likely to get hotter here, so I'm counting on this challenge to make my life easier. :D

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

You got it, Dina!

[Lisa Kay]

**gigglesnort**

[Lisa Kay]

Oh, welcome to the challenge, Dina!

[Dina]

Thanks, Lisa Kay! :)

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

I think I will try to spell "Baby, It's Cold Outside!"

Danielle's WLLK All Things Winter Challenge
Duration: December 21, 2013 to March 19, 2014
Goal: Spell "Baby, It's Cold Outside!"

I can use the first, last or middle name of the author, the first title of the book, or the name of any character in the book.

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X/18

[Lisa Kay]

Love the phrase, Lady D. Welcome to the challenge.

[Dina]

All Things Winter Challenge
Duration: December 21, 2013 - March 19, 2014

Goal: Read 12 books that remind me of Winter.

5/12 completed

1. Falling for the CEO by Audra North (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
2. Unwrapping Holly by Lisa Renee Jones (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
3. When You Dare by Lori Foster (published in January, 2011) == 12/28 ★★★★☆
4. Zane's Way by Maggie Casper (published in December, 2004) == 12/30 ★☆☆☆☆
5. Unspent Time by Graham Parke (published in February, 2012) == 12/31 ★★★☆☆
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[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Lisa Kay wrote: "Love the phrase, Lady D. Welcome to the challenge."

Thanks!

[Dina]

More than half done! I think I'm doing fine. ;)


All Things Winter Challenge
Duration: December 21, 2013 - March 19, 2014

Goal: Read 12 books that remind me of Winter.

10/12 completed

1. Falling for the CEO by Audra North (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
2. Unwrapping Holly by Lisa Renee Jones (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
3. When You Dare by Lori Foster (published in January, 2011) == 12/28 ★★★★☆
4. Zane's Way by Maggie Casper (published in December, 2004) == 12/30 ★☆☆☆☆
5. Unspent Time by Graham Parke (published in February, 2012) == 12/31 ★★★☆☆
6. Staking His Claim by Lynda Chance (story takes place in winter) == 01/06 ★★☆☆☆
7. Cowgirls Don't Cry by Lorelei James (story takes place in winter) == 01/08 ★★★☆☆
8. A Marine's Proposal by Lisa Carlisle (story takes place in winter) == 01/08 ★★★☆☆
9. Going Up by Amy Lane (published in December, 2013) == 01/11 ★★★☆☆
10. Midnight Shadows by Lisa Marie Rice (published in January, 2014) == 01/14 ★★☆☆☆
11.
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[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

You're doing great!

[Dina]

:)

[BJ Rose]

Since this is 'All Things Winter', I went with 3 different categories. I've listed 22 (so far!), but am going for 15 - just giving myself some leeway. I may be adding books in some categories as they come in (been spending a Christmas gift!)

We Love Lisa Kleypas
All Things Winter Challenge
December 21, 2013-March 19, 2014

2/15

Takes Place in Winter:
√ 1. Rules to Catch a Devilish Duke by Suzanne Enoch - 12.29.13
2. Santa Cruise by Mary Higgins Clark

Winter Scenes on Cover:
1. by Emily March
2. by Susan Wiggs
3. by Susan Wiggs
4. The Secret by Kat Martin

Published in December, January, February, March
√ 1. Calculated in Death by J.D. Robb - Feb. 2013 - 1.07
2. Missing in Death by J.D. Robb - Nov 2009
3. The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs - Jan 2006
4. Knit Two by Kate Jacobs - Nov 2008
5. Dual Image by Nora Roberts - Dec 1985
6. The Devil Wears Kilts by Suzanne Enoch - Nov 2013
7. A Wedding in Springtime by Amanda Forrester - Jan 2013
8. Shadow Music by Julie Garwood - Jan 2007
9. The Arrangement by Mary Balogh - Jan 2013
10. The Collectors by David Baldacci - Jan 2006
11. Gods and Generals by Jeff Shaara - Jan 1996
12. Love Over Scotland: A 44 Scotland Street Novel by Alexander McCall Smith - Jan 2006
13. The Unbearable Lightness of Scones: The New 44 Scotland Street Novel by Alexander McCall Smith - Jan 2008
14. The Second Time Around by Mary Higgins Clark - Jan 2003
15. Nighttime Is My Time by Mary Higgins Clark - Jan 2004
16. Sweet Release by Pamela Clare - Feb 2003

[BJ Rose]

Not going so swiftly - good thing this is a quarterly challenge!!

We Love Lisa Kleypas
All Things Winter Challenge
December 21, 2013-March 19, 2014

4/15

Takes Place in Winter:
√ 1. Rules to Catch a Devilish Duke by Suzanne Enoch - 12.29.13
2. Santa Cruise by Mary Higgins Clark

Winter Scenes on Cover:
√ 1. by Emily March - 1.15
2. by Susan Wiggs
3. by Susan Wiggs
4. The Secret by Kat Martin

Published in December, January, February, March
√ 1. Calculated in Death by J.D. Robb - Feb. 2013 - 1.07
√ 2. Missing in Death by J.D. Robb - Nov 2009 - 1.10
3. The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs - Jan 2006
4. Knit Two by Kate Jacobs - Nov 2008
5. Dual Image by Nora Roberts - Dec 1985
6. The Devil Wears Kilts by Suzanne Enoch - Nov 2013
7. A Wedding in Springtime by Amanda Forrester - Jan 2013
8. Shadow Music by Julie Garwood - Jan 2007
9. The Arrangement by Mary Balogh - Jan 2013
10. The Collectors by David Baldacci - Jan 2006
11. Gods and Generals by Jeff Shaara - Jan 1996
12. Love Over Scotland: A 44 Scotland Street Novel by Alexander McCall Smith - Jan 2006
13. The Unbearable Lightness of Scones: The New 44 Scotland Street Novel by Alexander McCall Smith - Jan 2008
14. The Second Time Around by Mary Higgins Clark - Jan 2003
15. Nighttime Is My Time by Mary Higgins Clark - Jan 2004
16. Sweet Release by Pamela Clare - Feb 2003

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

BJ Rose wrote: "Not going so swiftly - good thing this is a quarterly challenge!!"

I'm already 7 books behind on my yearly challenge! YIKES! Though I did aim a little too high. 250? What was I thinking??

[Lisa Kay]

Really.

[Lisa Kay]

**hee hee**

[Dina]

Only one to go!


All Things Winter Challenge
Duration: December 21, 2013 - March 19, 2014

Goal: Read 12 books that remind me of Winter.

11/12 completed

1. Falling for the CEO by Audra North (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
2. Unwrapping Holly by Lisa Renee Jones (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
3. When You Dare by Lori Foster (published in January, 2011) == 12/28 ★★★★☆
4. Zane's Way by Maggie Casper (published in December, 2004) == 12/30 ★☆☆☆☆
5. Unspent Time by Graham Parke (published in February, 2012) == 12/31 ★★★☆☆
6. Staking His Claim by Lynda Chance (story takes place in winter) == 01/06 ★★☆☆☆
7. Cowgirls Don't Cry by Lorelei James (story takes place in winter) == 01/08 ★★★☆☆
8. A Marine's Proposal by Lisa Carlisle (story takes place in winter) == 01/08 ★★★☆☆
9. Going Up by Amy Lane (published in December, 2013) == 01/11 ★★★☆☆
10. Midnight Shadows by Lisa Marie Rice (published in January, 2014) == 01/14 ★★☆☆☆
11. Room at the Inn by Ruthie Knox (story takes place in winter) == 01/26 ★★★★☆
12.

[Lisa Kay]

Whoa, Dina.

[Dina]

And... I'm done!!!


All Things Winter Challenge
Duration: December 21, 2013 - March 19, 2014

Goal: Read 12 books that remind me of Winter.

12/12 completed

1. Falling for the CEO by Audra North (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
2. Unwrapping Holly by Lisa Renee Jones (story takes place during the holidays) == 12/24 ★★★★☆
3. When You Dare by Lori Foster (published in January, 2011) == 12/28 ★★★★☆
4. Zane's Way by Maggie Casper (published in December, 2004) == 12/30 ★☆☆☆☆
5. Unspent Time by Graham Parke (published in February, 2012) == 12/31 ★★★☆☆
6. Staking His Claim by Lynda Chance (story takes place in winter) == 01/06 ★★☆☆☆
7. Cowgirls Don't Cry by Lorelei James (story takes place in winter) == 01/08 ★★★☆☆
8. A Marine's Proposal by Lisa Carlisle (story takes place in winter) == 01/08 ★★★☆☆
9. Going Up by Amy Lane (published in December, 2013) == 01/11 ★★★☆☆
10. Midnight Shadows by Lisa Marie Rice (published in January, 2014) == 01/14 ★★☆☆☆
11. Room at the Inn by Ruthie Knox (story takes place in winter) == 01/26 ★★★★☆
12. The Bride and the Brute by Laurel O'Donnell (published in December, 2011) == 01/28 ★★☆☆☆

[Lisa Kay]

Woooooohooooo! Congrats, Dina!

[Dina]

Thanks, Lisa Kay! :)

[K]

Updated 2/2/14
Completed 9/17

Books that will be published this winter

Take On Me by Cherrie Lynn Completed 1/2

How to Run With a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper Completed 1/8

Kaleidoscope by Kristen Ashley
Once in a Lifetime by Jill Shalvis


Books that have been published during the winter months

Hired by Lily HaremCompleted 12/22

Arranged by Catherine McKenzie Completed 1/4

The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
First Grave on the Right by Darynda JonesCompleted 2/2

Scrumptious by Amanda Usen
Reaper's Property by Joanna WyldeCompleted 1/31

One Week Girlfriend by Monica MurphyCompleted 12/31

Kaleb by Nicole Edwards
Sins & Needles by Karina Halle
Beauty from Pain by Georgia Cates
Rush by Maya Banks
Protecting What's His by Tessa Bailey Completed 1/2

Falling Into You by Jasinda Wilder Completed 12/31

[Lisa Kay]

I forgot to tell you, Kate, I love seeing what is coming this winter. Thanks!

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Hello!

Interested in hosting a Build Your Own Challenge? I'm looking for volunteers. Please sign up here: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Way to go, Dina!!!

[Dina]

Thanks, UM! :)

[BJ Rose]

Got one more and am reading another - I either picked the wrong books or have been reading the wrong ones!

We Love Lisa Kleypas
All Things Winter Challenge
December 21, 2013-March 19, 2014

6/15

Takes Place in Winter:
√ 1. Rules to Catch a Devilish Duke by Suzanne Enoch - 12.29.13
2. Santa Cruise by Mary Higgins Clark
√ 3. Sleight of Paw by Sofie Kelly - 2.15

Winter Scenes on Cover:
√ 1. by Emily March - 1.15
2. by Susan Wiggs
3. by Susan Wiggs
4. The Secret by Kat Martin

Published in December, January, February, March
√ 1. Calculated in Death by J.D. Robb - Feb. 2013 - 1.07
√ 2. Missing in Death by J.D. Robb - Nov 2009 - 1.10
3. The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs - Jan 2006
4. Knit Two by Kate Jacobs - Nov 2008
5. Dual Image by Nora Roberts - Dec 1985
√ 6. The Devil Wears Kilts by Suzanne Enoch - Nov 2013 - 2.24
7. A Wedding in Springtime by Amanda Forrester - Jan 2013
8. Shadow Music by Julie Garwood - Jan 2007
9. The Arrangement by Mary Balogh - Jan 2013
10. The Collectors by David Baldacci - Jan 2006
11. Gods and Generals by Jeff Shaara - Jan 1996
12. Love Over Scotland: A 44 Scotland Street Novel by Alexander McCall Smith - Jan 2006
13. The Unbearable Lightness of Scones: The New 44 Scotland Street Novel by Alexander McCall Smith - Jan 2008
14. The Second Time Around by Mary Higgins Clark - Jan 2003
15. Nighttime Is My Time by Mary Higgins Clark - Jan 2004
16. Sweet Release by Pamela Clare - Feb 2003

[K]

Updated 2/28/14
Completed 11/17

Books that will be published this winter

Take On Me by Cherrie Lynn Completed 1/2

How to Run With a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper Completed 1/8

Kaleidoscope by Kristen Ashley
Once in a Lifetime by Jill Shalvis


Books that have been published during the winter months

Hired by Lily HaremCompleted 12/22

Arranged by Catherine McKenzie Completed 1/4

The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
First Grave on the Right by Darynda JonesCompleted 2/2

Scrumptious by Amanda Usen
Reaper's Property by Joanna WyldeCompleted 1/31

One Week Girlfriend by Monica MurphyCompleted 12/31

Kaleb by Nicole Edwards Completed 2/24

Sins & Needles by Karina Halle
Beauty from Pain by Georgia Cates Completed 2/9

Rush by Maya Banks
Protecting What's His by Tessa Bailey Completed 1/2

Falling Into You by Jasinda Wilder Completed 12/31

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

The Spring Challenge is up!

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[Lisa Kay]

Yay! Spring is coming. Well... in this part of the world, anyway.

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Danielle's WLLK All Things Winter Challenge
Duration: December 21, 2013 to March 19, 2014
Goal: Spell "Baby, It's Cold Outside!"

I can use the first, last or middle name of the author, the first title of the book, or the name of any character in the book.

Update: 3/13

B-Brian Michael Bendis, Powers, Volume 1: Who Killed Retro Girl 1/25
A-Alan Moore, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen 1/25
B-Anders de la Motte, Bubble: A Thriller 1/11
Y

I-Ian Tregillis, Necessary Evil 1/14
T-Tiger Eyes, Robyn Donald 1/12
S-Sally Mackenzie, Loving Lord Ash 1/11

C-Carole Mortimer, Joined by Marriage 12/30
O
L-Love Another Day by Gina Robinson 1/17
D-Diana Hamilton, The Last Illusion 1/19

O
U-Urania from Terpischore in Love by 3/5
T
S-Second Time Promise by Shirley Kiger Connolly 1/3
I-Infamous Reign by Steve McHugh 3/14
D-Deborah Jay, The Prince's Man 1/2
E-Entwistle, Vaughn, The Revenant of Thraxton Hall

14/18

[K]

Updated 3/19/2014 LAST day of winter (Finally!!)
Completed 17/17

Books that will be published this winter

Take On Me by Cherrie Lynn Completed 1/2

How to Run With a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper Completed 1/8

Kaleidoscope by Kristen Ashley Completed 3/2

Once in a Lifetime by Jill Shalvis Completed 3/7

Books that have been published during the winter months

Hired by Lily HaremCompleted 12/22

Arranged by Catherine McKenzie Completed 1/4

The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton Completed 3/19

First Grave on the Right by Darynda JonesCompleted 2/2

Scrumptious by Amanda Usen Completed 3/2

Reaper's Property by Joanna WyldeCompleted 1/31

One Week Girlfriend by Monica MurphyCompleted 12/31

Kaleb by Nicole Edwards Completed 2/25

Sins & Needles by Karina Halle Completed 3/5

Beauty from Pain by Georgia Cates Completed 2/9

Rush by Maya Banks Completed 2/3

Protecting What's His by Tessa Bailey Completed 1/2

Falling Into You by Jasinda Wilder Completed 12/31

[Lisa Kay]

Woohoo! Congrats, Kate!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Way to Go, Kate!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Danielle's WLLK All Things Winter Challenge
Duration: December 21, 2013 to March 19, 2014
Goal: Spell "Baby, It's Cold Outside!"

I can use the first, last or middle name of the author, the first title of the book, or the name of any character in the book.

Update: 3/19

B-Brian Michael Bendis, Powers, Volume 1: Who Killed Retro Girl 1/25
A-Alan Moore, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen 1/25
B-Anders de la Motte, Bubble: A Thriller 1/11
Y-Yates, Maisey, Pretender to the Throne 3/17

I-Ian Tregillis, Necessary Evil 1/14
T-Tiger Eyes, Robyn Donald 1/12
S-Sally Mackenzie, Loving Lord Ash 1/11

C-Carole Mortimer, Joined by Marriage 12/30
O-Once a Ferrara Wife by Sarah Morgan 3/15
L-Love Another Day by Gina Robinson 1/17
D-Diana Hamilton, The Last Illusion 1/19

O-O'Brien, Kathleen, Bargain with the Wind 3/14
U-Urania from Terpischore in Love by 3/5
T-Thomas, Jodi, Betting the Rainbow 2/22
S-Second Time Promise by Shirley Kiger Connolly 1/3
I-Infamous Reign by Steve McHugh 3/14
D-Deborah Jay, The Prince's Man 1/2
E-Entwistle, Vaughn, The Revenant of Thraxton Hall

18/18

DONE!!

[jingles]

Way to go, Kate and Danielle!