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2014 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread
April 20145/5
1. Ava Dellaira 4-12-14
7. Beautiful Dark 4-20-14
8. The Hallowed Ones 4-2-14
9. Willow 4-23-14
10. Goose Girl 4-5-14
RRRC April Monthly ChallengeDuration: April 1 to April 30, 2014
I am in for 5.
Read 0 / 5
1. 'A' is for April: Almost Forever by Linda Howard
2. Member of the Month – Nadine: Yours to Keep by Shannon Stacey
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Colters' Lady by Maya Banks
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The Candidate's Wife by Virginia Coffman (published in 1968)
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Nightshade by Ronie Kendig (15th oldest book on my TBR)
RRRC April 2014 Monthly Challenge1/10 read
1. 'A' is for April: (Anderson, Catherine) Baby Love
2. Member of the Month: (January publication) The Trouble With Valentine's Day
3. Geography: (trilogy) Into the Still Blue
4. Name Yourself Day: (Jennifer) The Marriage Bargain
5. National Sibling Day: Two Sinful Secrets
6. Eight-Track Tape Day: (2008 publication) Devil of the Highlands
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day: Firelight
8. World Penguin Day: (mostly black cover) Love Unscripted
9. National Welding Month: (bar worker) Taking a Shot
10.
Duration: 4/1/14 - 1/30/140/10
1. 'A' is for April: (Zoe Archer)Sweet Revenge
2. Member of the Month: Nadine - Born Wild
3. Geography - Egypt: The Calling
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):(Lisa) It Happened One Autumn
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):Luring A Lady
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): (2008)Enchanting the Lady
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Shiver
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Spell of the Highlander
9.National Welding Month: Night Broken
10. Reader's Choice: Rumor Has It
April Monthly ChallengeCompleted: 0/10
1. 'A' is for April: Ain't She Sweet
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Beyond Shame
3. Geography - Egypt - 3 or 7 series book/water setting/travel plot: The Guy Next Door
4. Name Yourself Day: Fallen Too Far
5. National Sibling Day: Dash of Peril
6. Eight-Track Tape Day: Rock Chick(pub. 2008)
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day: Archangel's Blade
8. World Penguin Day: Ball & Chain
9. National Welding Month: Sex, Lies, and Online Dating
10. Reader's Choice: The King
April 2014 Reading ChallengeDuration: April 1st - April 30th
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1. 'A' is for April: Aftershock by Sylvia Day
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Afterburn by Sylvia Day
3. Geography - Egypt: Eternal Kiss of Darkness (Night Huntress World, #2) by Jeaniene Frost
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Shattered (The Secret Life of Trystan Scott, #4) by H.M. Ward
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Spoonful of Christmas (The Cupcake Diaries, #4) by Darlene Panzera
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Corpse Pose (Mantra for Murder Mystery, #1) by Diana Killian
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Ask for It (Georgian, #1) by Sylvia Day
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): This Man by Jodi Ellen Malpas
9. National Welding Month: Hope Smolders by Jaci Burton
10. Reader's Choice: Revealed (The Secret Life of Trystan Scott, #5) by H.M. Ward or Pulse by Gail McHugh
My goal is 7 again, but will hope for more…RRRC Monthly Challenge
April 1 - 30, 2014
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1. Starts with A: Arabella by Georgette Heyer
2. January 2013: A Wedding in Springtime by Amanda Forester
3. Part of a trilogy: Blue Dahlia by Nora Roberts
4. Name I love: Julie: It Happened One Midnight by Julie Anne Long
5. Siblings: Drake Sisters: Magic in the Wind by Christine Feehan
6. Year ending in '8': 1988: Local Hero by Nora Roberts
7. Old TBR: 2010: The Black Ice by Michael Connelly
8. White cover: Sometimes a Rogue by Mary Jo Putney
9. Blue-collar Main Character: Molly works in a bookstore: You Better Knot Die by Betty Hechtman
10. Reader's Choice: Between the Devil and Ian Eversea by Julie Anne Long
I am in for 5...will post later.....1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
Fun Facts About Egypt:
★ The Pyramids of Giza consist of three major pyramid complexes and is considered one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.
★ Egypt controls the Suez Canal, one of the most traversed navigable waterways in the world.
★ Tourism is, of course, one of the most important contributor to the Egyptian economy, employing approximately 12% of the workforce.
You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The target for today is tackle all those jobs you've been putting off forever. Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9.National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Now that I've finally got March somewhat under control, I can start thinking about April...I'm in for all 10!
I'm in for 5, please.RRRC: April 2014 Monthly Challenge
Date: 04/01/14 - 04/30/14
2/5 Completed
1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
One Hundred Names, Cecilia Ahern, 04/20/14 ****
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
Tangled, Emma Chase, 04/06/14 ****
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
Fun Facts About Egypt:
★ The Pyramids of Giza consist of three major pyramid complexes and is considered one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.
★ Egypt controls the Suez Canal, one of the most traversed navigable waterways in the world.
★ Tourism is, of course, one of the most important contributor to the Egyptian economy, employing approximately 12% of the workforce.
You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The target for today is tackle all those jobs you've been putting off forever. Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9. National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Romancing Mister Bridgerton, Julia Quinn, 04/26/14 ****
9/101. 'A' is for April:
2. Member of the Month -
3. Geography - (part of trilogy)
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): (2008)
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17):
8. World Penguin Day (April 25):
9.National Welding Month:
10. Reader's Choice: Sold to the Sheikh
I'm in and I'm looking to knock off 10 :)
April Monthly Challenge
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1. 'A' is for April: Always the Last to Know by Crystal Bowling
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: SEAL Under Covers by Sharon Hamilton
3. Geography - Egypt: Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Six Brothers by Lili St Germain
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Kept by Jami Alden
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Thread of Fear by Laura Griffin
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): On the Edge by Sue Fineman
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Glory in Death by J D Robb
9.National Welding Month: Open House by Tamara Larson
10. Reader's Choice: River Road by Jayne Ann Krentz
Romance Readers Reading Challenges2014 April Monthly Challenge
Duration: 4/1/2014 - 4/30/2014
Progress: 10 out of 10
1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A':
Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake by Anna Quindlen - *** - 4/3/2014
2. Member of the Month - Nadine:
Hearts and Llamas by Tara Sivec - ***** - 4/11/2014
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book where travel is part of the plot:
Boomerang Bride by Fiona Lowe - ***** - 4/2/2014
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg - ***** - 4/6/2014 - Fannie is such a fun name :)
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings:
On the Edge by Ilona Andrews - ***** - 4/1/2014
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc):
The Light Fantastic by Terry Pratchett - **** - 5/1/2014 - Published in 1986
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The target for today is tackle all those jobs you've been putting off forever. Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
Cotillion by Georgette Heyer - **** - 4/15/2014 - Added to my TBR in 2011
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black:
Burn by Maya Banks - **** - 4/8/2014 - Predominantly White Cover
9.National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
Deadly Heat by Cynthia Eden - ** - 4/4/2014 - Firefighter
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Dog Handling by Clare Naylor - **** - 4/9/2014
I'm going to try for 3 1) A is for April
"The Taker" by Alma Katsu
4) Name Day
"Isolde, Queen of the Western Isle" by Rosalind Miles
5) Siblings
" Charmed & Enchanted" by Nora Roberts
I'm in!!0/10 Done
1. April: The Accidental Human by Dakota Cassidy
2. MOTM~Nadine: The Chase by Janet Evanovich
3. Travel: Rally 'Round the Corpse by Hy Conrad
4. Name Yourself: City of Lost Dreams by Magnus Flyte
5. Sibling Day: No Place to Run by Maya Banks
6. Eight-Track Day: Cockatiels at Seven by Donna Andrews
7. Blah, Blah Day: Hotter Than Hell by Jackie Kessler
8. Penguin Day: Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley Cole
9. Welding Month: Thunder Horse Redemption by Elle James
10. My Choice: Gideon Smith and the Mechanical Girl by David Barnett
I'm in for 60/6
1. 'A' is for April: Ashton,Brodi Evertrue
2. Member of the Month a book published in 2013 Fury of Desire Coreene Callahan
3. Geography or a book that's part of a trilogy Vanish Sophie Jordan
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Illusion Sherrilyn Kenyon
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Hidden Sophie Jordan
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing! The King J.R Ward
1/102014 April Monthly Challenge
Duration: April 1/14 - April 30/14
1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
The Importance of Being Wicked - Victoria Alexander (Zebra - Feb 2013) -Apr 12. Member of the Month -Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9.National Welding Month: Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
0/101. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt. You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The target for today is tackle all those jobs you've been putting off forever. Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9.National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Intertwined by Gena Showalter
I'm in I'm in I'm in!!!April 2014 RRRC Monthly Challenge
0/10 Completed
1. 'A' is for April:
Against the Edge – Kat Martin
2. Member of the Month - Nadine:
Stolen Fury – Elisabeth Naughton
3. Geography - Egypt:
Stolen Heat – Elisabeth Naughton (set in Egypt)
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):
Direct Strike – Lorelei Buckley (I love the name Lorelei)
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):
The Duke's Perfect Wife – Jennifer Ashley (we all know about the brothers in this family!!)
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11):
Embrace and Conquer – Jennifer Blake (pub 1981)
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17):
Against the Mark – Kat Martin (on TBR since March 2013)
8. World Penguin Day (April 25):
This Heart of Mine – Susan Elizabeth Phillips (Kindle edition cover is almost all white)
9.National Welding Month:
Dream a Little Dream – Susan Elizabeth Phillips (H is renovating/re-opening local drive-in)
10. Reader's Choice:
Against the Heart – Kat Martin
April Monthly Challenge4/01/14 - 4/30/14
Completed 0/7 books
1. 'A' is for April:
Back to Life by Danielle Allen
2. Member of the Month -
Out to Lunch by Stacey Billis (published December 2013
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):
A Shade of Vampire by Bella Forrest
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):
Sisterhood Everlasting by Anne Brashares
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17):
The Casual Vacancy by JK Rowling (on TBR pile for over a year)
8. World Penguin Day (April 25):
In the Blood by Lisa Unger (black checkers on the cover)
10. Reader's Choice:
What Alice Forgot by Lianne Moriarty
10/10 ~~ finished April 24th'A' is for April - Always by Kindle Alexander ~~ Read 04/13/14 ~ 4★
Member of the Month - Bring Him Home by Sammy Goode ~~ Read 04/01/14 ~ 3.5★
Geography - A Wizard's Shelter by Hollis Shiloh ~~ Read 04/23/14 ~ 3★
Name Yourself Day - Spook Squad by Jordan Castillo Price ~~ Read 04/06/14 ~ 4★
National Sibling Day - Floodgates by Mary Calmes ~~ Read 04/03/14 ~ 4★
Eight-Track Tape Day - June: Commencement by Jamie Craig ~~ Read 04/22/14 ~ 3★
Blah, Blah, Blah Day - Dark Soul Vol. 2 by Aleksandr Voinov ~~ Read 04/10/14 ~ 4★
World Penguin Day - A Betting Man by Sandrine Gasq-Dion ~~ Read 04/24/14 ~ 3.5★
National Welding Month - Let It Snow by Heidi Cullinan ~~ Read 04/22/14 ~ 3.5★
Reader's Choice - Something to Believe In by Sloan Parker ~~ Read 04/15/14 ~ 4★
April Monthly Challenge1 Read
1. 'A' is for April:Bella Andre,I Only Have Eyes for You
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Jan 2013- The Story Guy
3. Geography - Egypt:water setting- Sin at Sea
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):Josephine Myles- Pole Star
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):Handle with Care
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11):2008- St. Nacho's
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): on tbr since 8/2012- Backwoods
8. World Penguin Day (April 25):black or white cover-A Shade of Vampire 4/1
9.National Welding Month:biker and construction worker in story- Play With Me at Noon
10. Reader's Choice: Hairy Harry's Car Seat
CHALLENGE0/10
'A' is for April: Dark Destiny by: Amanda Skye
Member of the Month - Nadine: Hard as It Gets(Hard Ink #1) by: Laura Kaye Published November 2013
Geography - Egypt: Nightwalker (Dark Days #1) by: Jocelynn Drake
Name Yourself Day (April 9): Kitty Goes to Washington(Kitty Norville, #2) by: Carrie Vaughn
National Sibling Day (April 10): Warlord Wants Forever(Immortals After Dark, #1) by: Kresley Cole
Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Need (Need #1) by: Carrie Jones pub 2008
Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): First Grave on the Right by: Jones Darynda
World Penguin Day (April 25): Love Unscripted (Love #1) by: Tina Reber
National Welding Month: Silver Borne (Mercy Thompson) by: Patricia Briggs
Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
2/102014 April Monthly Challenge
Duration: April 1/14 - April 30/14
1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
The Importance of Being Wicked - Victoria Alexander (Zebra - Feb 2013) -Apr 12. Member of the Month -Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
A House Full of Fortunes! - Judy Duarte (HSE #2323 - Apr 2014) (foster kids/Fortune-Jones family) - Apr 26. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9.National Welding Month: Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
April MonthlyCompleted: 3/10
1. 'A' is for April: Squeeze Play by Kate Anqell 04/04/14
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Lucky in Love by Jill Shalvis
3. Geography - Egypt: Captive Bride by Johanna Lindsey
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Archangel's Storm by Nalini Singh 04/01/14
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Devil's Bride by Stephanie Laurens 04/05/14
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Tempt the Devil by Anna Campbell
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The Darkest Whisper by Gena Showalter
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): The Ugly Duckling by Iris Johansen
9.National Welding Month: Head Over Heels by Jill Shalvis
10. Reader's Choice: Ruthless by Anne Stuart
APRIL 1 of 10 Complete!
1. “A”: All You Need is Love by Marie Force
2. Hello Nadine!: Rules of Entanglement by Gina Maxwell
3. Egypt: Forgotten Sins by Rebecca Zanetti (trilogy)
√ 4. Name Yourself: The Executive's Decision by Bernadette Marie – 4/1
5. Siblings: The Taming of Ryder Cavanaugh by Stephanie Laurens (series)
6. 8-Track Tape Day: Sweet Trouble by Susan Mallery (2008)
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day: Already Home by Susan Mallery (5/2011)
8. Penguin Day: How to Run with a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper (white cover)
9. Wedding Month: Can't Buy Me Love by Molly O’Keefe (Rancher/Hockey Player)
10. Reader's Choice: Darius: Lord of Pleasures by Grace Burrowes
To Read:
Complete:
3/102014 April Monthly Challenge
Duration: April 1/14 - April 30/14
1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
The Importance of Being Wicked - Victoria Alexander (Zebra - Feb 2013) -Apr 12. Member of the Month -Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
A Camden Family Wedding - Victoria Pade (HSE #2325 - Apr 2014) (Victoria) - Apr 25. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
A House Full of Fortunes! - Judy Duarte (HSE #2323 - Apr 2014) (foster kids/Fortune-Jones family) - Apr 26. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9.National Welding Month: Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
April Monthly Challenge2/7 Read
1. 'A' is for April:Bella Andre,I Only Have Eyes for You 4/3 (4*)
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Jan 2013- The Story Guy
3. Geography - Egypt:water setting- Sin at Sea
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):Josephine Myles- Pole Star
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):Handle with Care
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11):2008- St. Nacho's
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): on tbr since 8/2012- Backwoods
8. World Penguin Day (April 25):black or white cover-A Shade of Vampire 4/1 (3*)
9.National Welding Month:biker and construction worker in story- Play With Me at Noon
10. Reader's Choice: Hairy Harry's Car Seat
April Monthly ChallengeRead 1 / 5
1. 'A' is for April: Almost Forever by Linda Howard
2. Member of the Month – Nadine: Yours to Keep by Shannon Stacey
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Colters' Lady by Maya Banks read 4/3/14 ★★★
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The Candidate's Wife by Virginia Coffman (published in 1968)
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Nightshade by Ronie Kendig (15th oldest book on my TBR)
Read: 4/?1. 'A' is for April: Magic Rises by Ilona Andrews 4.7 ★★★☆☆
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Collusion
3. Geography - Egypt: Heart of a Hero 4.6 ★★★★☆
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Hard and Fast
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): The Flesh Cartel #10: False Gods 4.2 ★★★★☆
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The Ghost Wore Yellow Socks
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Saviours of Oestend
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Quid Pro Quo 4.1 ★★★☆☆
9.National Welding Month: Natural Disaster
10. Reader's Choice: Hairy Harry's Car Seat
2/101.'A' is for April: Better Off In Deadwood – Ann Charles
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Bella Andre
3. Geography - Egypt: Lost Voices – Sarah Porter
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Immortal Champion – Lisa Hendrix
9.National Welding Month: Burning Up – Anne Marsh
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Romance Readers Reading Challenges - 2014 April Monthly Challenge 5/10 read 1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A' . Liam Davis & The Raven
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year . The Knight and The Bandit finished 4/3/2014
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
Fun Facts About Egypt:
★ The Pyramids of Giza consist of three major pyramid complexes and is considered one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.
★ Egypt controls the Suez Canal, one of the most traversed navigable waterways in the world.
★ Tourism is, of course, one of the most important contributor to the Egyptian economy, employing approximately 12% of the workforce.
You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot. Sense of Place
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day . Runaways finished 4/1/2014
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings . Pink Bunny Ears...Seriously? finished 4/1/2014
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008 , etc). My Fair Captain
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The target for today is tackle all those jobs you've been putting off forever. Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR . Cuddling
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black . Quid Pro Quo finished 4/3/2014
9.National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops , bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed! Promises finished 4/3/2014
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing ! Grand Adventures
2014 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread1/5
1. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Nadine has been a member of RRRC since January 2013. Here is a link to Nadine's shelves. Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): A Hunger Like No Other Finished 4/2/14
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9.National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
April Monthly Challenge3/7 Read
1. 'A' is for April:Bella Andre,I Only Have Eyes for You 4/3 (4*)
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Jan 2013- The Story Guy
3. Geography - Egypt:water setting- Sin at Sea
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):Josephine Myles- Pole Star
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):If You Were Mine
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11):2008- St. Nacho's
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): on tbr since 8/2012- Backwoods
8. World Penguin Day (April 25):black or white cover-A Shade of Vampire 4/1 (3*)
9.National Welding Month:biker and construction worker in story- Play With Me at Noon
10. Reader's Choice: Hairy Harry's Car Seat 4/4
2014 April Monthly Challenge1/10 Completed
01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
Accidentally Yours by Susan Mallery
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Anne's House of Dreams by L.M. Montgomery
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Always to Remember by Lorraine Heath
02. Member of the Month ~ Nadine: Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
03. Geography ~ Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot.
Worth Any Price by Lisa Kleypas
OR
Dragon Warrior by Janet Chapman
OR
The Handmaiden's Necklace by Kat Martin
04. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
Love a Little Sideways by Shannon Stacey
05. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
From This Moment On by Bella Andre
OR
Slightly Tempted by Mary Balogh
OR
Frederica by Georgette Heyer
06. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
Cowboy Come Home by Judy Christenberry (1998)
OR
Last Wolf Watching by Rhyannon Byrd (2008)
07. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The target for today is tackle all those jobs you've been putting off forever. Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
When I Fall in Love by Lynn Kurland
08. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
The Indiscretion by Judith Ivory
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
09. National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
The Best Bride by Susan Mallery (sheriff)
OR
Divorced, Desperate and Deceived by Christie Craig (plumber)
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison
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My first challenge...am I posting this correctly?1.'A' is for April: Accidentally Yours-Susan Mallery DONE
2. Member of the Month –January 2013: Shadow Woman-Linda Howard DONE
3. Geography - Egypt: Captive Bride-Johanna Lindsey DONE
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Losing It-Cora Carmack…Cora is a beautiful name I think DONE
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Shadow Spell-Nora Roberts DONE
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Irish Thoroughbred-Nora Roberts DONE
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The Scottish Prisoner-Diana Gabaldon DONE
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): The Sun and Other Stars-Brigid Pasulka DONE
9.National Welding Month: To the Limit Cindy Gerard DONE
10. Reader's Choice: To the Edge-Cindy Gerard DONE
Finished 4/25/14
Hello Tammie, and welcome! Yes you did post correctly, I promise after doing a challenge you will become quickly addicted to challenges.
Have fun and good luck!
2014 April Monthly Challenge2/10 Completed
01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
Accidentally Yours by Susan Mallery
OR
Anne's House of Dreams by L.M. Montgomery
OR
Always to Remember by Lorraine Heath
02. Member of the Month ~ Nadine: Please read a book from any of Nadine's shelves, a book published in 2013, or a book published in January of any year.
03. Geography ~ Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot.
Worth Any Price by Lisa Kleypas
OR
Dragon Warrior by Janet Chapman
OR
The Handmaiden's Necklace by Kat Martin
04. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
Love a Little Sideways by Shannon Stacey
05. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
From This Moment On by Bella Andre
OR
Slightly Tempted by Mary Balogh
OR
Frederica by Georgette Heyer
06. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): The good ol' days before DVDs, CDs, cassette tapes, and (gasp) ebook readers. Read any book first published in the 1980s or any year ending in 8 (1978, 1998, 2008, etc).
Cowboy Come Home by Judy Christenberry (1998)
OR
Last Wolf Watching by Rhyannon Byrd (2008)
07. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): The target for today is tackle all those jobs you've been putting off forever. Read a book that's been gathering major dust bunnies on your TBR.
When I Fall in Love by Lynn Kurland
08. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
The Indiscretion by Judith Ivory
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
09. National Welding Month: We love all those billionaires, but even regular Joes need love, too. Read a book with a blue-collar main character (auto mechanics, ranchers, firefighters, beat cops, bikers, etc.). No desk jockeys allowed!
The Best Bride by Susan Mallery (sheriff)
OR
Divorced, Desperate and Deceived by Christie Craig (plumber)
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
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I'm in for 8.2/8 Read
1. A is for April: Broken Homes by Ben Aaronovich
2. Hi Nadine! All He Ever Needed by Shannon Stacey
3. Egypt: The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts (trilogy)
4. Name Yourself Day: The Last Wicked Scoundrel by Lorraine Heath (I'd love to have a "normal" last name like Heath)
5. Sibling Day:
6. Eight Track Day: Succubus Dreams by Richelle Mead (2008)
7. Blah Blah Blah: Bound by Night by Larissa Ione
8. My Choice:
Unread:
Read:
3/101.'A' is for April: Better Off In Deadwood – Ann Charles
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Bella Andre
3. Geography - Egypt: Lost Voices – Sarah Porter
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Celebrate siblinghood by reading a book where siblings play a prominent role in the story. Or read a book that's part of a series featuring siblings.
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Immortal Champion – Lisa Hendrix
9.National Welding Month: Burning Up – Anne Marsh
April Monthly Challenge5/7 Read
1. 'A' is for April:Ayla Starr, Glitter 4/6 (4*)
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Jan 2013- The Story Guy
3. Geography - Egypt:water setting-Savagery
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9):Josephine Myles- Pole Star
5. National Sibling Day (April 10):If You Were Mine 4/6
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11):2008- St. Nacho's
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17):Bella Andre,I Only Have Eyes for You 4/3 (4*)
8. World Penguin Day (April 25):black or white cover-A Shade of Vampire 4/1 (3*)
9.National Welding Month:biker and construction worker in story- Play With Me at Noon
10. Reader's Choice: Hairy Harry's Car Seat 4/4
I'm in for 10!6/10 Completed!
1. 'A' is for April: Magic Slays by Ilona Andrews done 4/5/14
2. Member of the Month - Nadine: Locked done 4/1/14
3. Geography - Egypt: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Egypt.
Fun Facts About Egypt:
★ The Pyramids of Giza consist of three major pyramid complexes and is considered one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.
★ Egypt controls the Suez Canal, one of the most traversed navigable waterways in the world.
★ Tourism is, of course, one of the most important contributor to the Egyptian economy, employing approximately 12% of the workforce.
You may also read a book that's part of a trilogy or a 7-book series; a book that is set in or around bodies of water (oceans, cruises, pirate abductions); or a book where travel is part of the plot.
4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Have you ever wanted a different name? Was yours the source of many a taunt in school yards? Or did you ever find a name you just absolutely loved? This day is your day! Read a book by an author whose first or last name you wouldn't mind borrowing for a day.
5. National Sibling Day (April 10): Catch 'n' Kiss done 4/3/14
6. Eight-Track Tape Day (April 11): Kiss Me, Kate done 4/4/14
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17): Three Reasons Why (on TBR since 6/18/11) done 4/5/14
8. World Penguin Day (April 25): Flightless or not, some consider these animals as absolutely adorbs. Read a book with a cover that is predominantly white and/or black.
9.National Welding Month: Inestimable Blessings done 4/5/14
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
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Read: 4 out of 6
1. 'A' is for April: Forever Too Far Abbi Glines
2. Member of the Month - Nadine:
The Arrangement by Abby Weeks4 Stars (4.4.14)4. Name Yourself Day (April 9): Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
7. Blah, Blah, Blah Day (April 17):
My Dangerous Duke3 Stars (7.4.14)8. World Penguin Day (April 25):
When I break by Kendall Ryan5 Stars (4.4.14)10. Reader's Choice:
Then Came You by Lisa Kleypas5 stars (23.4.14