SPRING 2016 READING CHALLENGE

[Josh]

I just finished reading The Crow! It was originally published in 1989 I believe in comic format. But it is such a great comic! Highly recommend it to anyone who likes a revenge story OR the movie.

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[Rachel]

Josh wrote: "I just finished reading The Crow! It was originally published in 1989 I believe in comic format. But it is such a great comic! Highly recommend it to anyone who likes a revenge story OR the movie. ..."

Thanks for the update, Josh! :D
I saw the movie years ago and really liked it-I should pick up the comic.

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

LOVE THE MOVIE :-) HELL YEAH!!!!

[Josh]

Rachel wrote: "Josh wrote: "I just finished reading The Crow! It was originally published in 1989 I believe in comic format. But it is such a great comic! Highly recommend it to anyone who likes a revenge story O..."

You should get the special edition cause it has extra scenes not available in any other version. I ironically didn't know that until I bought it. So I was fairly happy and surprised. I read it all in one sitting. It is also quite a bit different from the movie. Its kinda like Jurassic Park that it kept the same plot but a lot of the movie is different.

[Christine]

I just finished The Truth about the Harry Quebert Affair It has a character that is missing. This is an unusual mystery. Just when you think you have it figured out, the author throws you a curve and you have to start all over again to figure out whodunit, a complicated plot but well worth the time spent reading.

[Rachel]

Josh wrote: "Rachel wrote: "Josh wrote: "I just finished reading The Crow! It was originally published in 1989 I believe in comic format. But it is such a great comic! Highly recommend it to anyone who likes a ..."

Thanks for the info, Josh! :D

[Rachel]

Christine wrote: "I just finished The Truth about the Harry Quebert Affair It has a character that is missing. This is an unusual mystery. Just when you think you have it figured out, the author thro..."

Thanks for the update, Christine! :D

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Christine wrote: "I just finished The Truth about the Harry Quebert Affair It has a character that is missing. This is an unusual mystery. Just when you think you have it figured out, the author thro..."

Nice. I'll add it to ever growing list of books I'd like to read :-)

[Danell]

Dustin Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Christine wrote: "I just finished The Truth about the Harry Quebert Affair It has a character that is missing. This is an unusual mystery. Just when you think you have it figured ou..."

I did also!!

[Danell]

I finished , which works for the Africa part of the challenge. Looking forward to the discussion on this book.

[Rachel]

Danell wrote: "I finished , which works for the Africa part of the challenge. Looking forward to the discussion on this book."

Thanks for the update, Danell ! :D

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Looking forward to re-reading Little Bee :-) It's been nearly 6 years since I initially read the book

[Christine]

I just picked up Little Bee from the library. I am looking forward to re-reading it too. I can't wait to hear what every one thinks of it.

[Rachel]

I know the group read starts soon- is everyone going to start it this month or wait until May?

Looking forward to reading it and discussing it with all of you :)

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

I have my copy ready. I am planning on reading it in May, but I might move in up in line if the discussion thread starts getting interesting.

[Christine]

I was thinking of starting on the 1st but like Dustin, if things get interesting I will move my reading up.

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Christine wrote: "I was thinking of starting on the 1st but like Dustin, if things get interesting I will move my reading up."

Great Minds think alike (or so I've heard) :-)

[Karen B.]

I am participating in the Dewey's 24 hour Readathon on Saturday. I put the book in my TBR pile but don't know if I will get to it.

[Christine]

Dustin Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Christine wrote: "I was thinking of starting on the 1st but like Dustin, if things get interesting I will move my reading up."

Great Minds think alike (or so I've heard) :-)"

I've heard that too, lol

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Karen B. wrote: "I am participating in the Dewey's 24 hour Readathon on Saturday. I put the book in my TBR pile but don't know if I will get to it."

24 Hour Read A Thon!!!! You are going to read for 24 hours straight? How does this work? I hadn't heard anything about it.

[Danell]

I am interested in this 24 Hr read a thon also!! Does this mean I would have an excuse to get out of housework and read? Been so tired lately that I would probably fall asleep within 3 hrs.

[Jenn]

I finished Through the zombie glass which counts toward a missing character!

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Jenn wrote: "I finished Through the zombie glass which counts toward a missing character!"

sounds interesting :-)

[Jenn]

Dustin, I was on a vampire kick now zombies what next? I'm ready for a Koontz soon.

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Jenn wrote: "Dustin, I was on a vampire kick now zombies what next? I'm ready for a Koontz soon."

Which Koontz Book will you choose? April Group Reads are Velocity & Odd Interlude. May Group Reads are Life Expectancy and Odd Apocalypse. Maybe that will help you decide.

I am currently reading The Door to December. Odd Interlude will be the next Koontz book I read.

[Jenn]

Odd Interlude? I gotta look into that one. I have Darkfall and Hidwaway and The husband at home but I'm definitely gonna check out Odd Interlude now. Thanks

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Jenn wrote: "Odd Interlude? I gotta look into that one. I have Darkfall and Hidwaway and The husband at home but I'm definitely gonna check out Odd Interlude now. Thanks"

Darkfall is currently in the lead to be chosen for June Group Read :-) Odd Interlude is a good one and short. Hideaway is of course, also a good choice.

[Rachel]

Jenn wrote: "I finished Through the zombie glass which counts toward a missing character!"

Thanks for the update, Jenn! :D

[Rachel]

Dustin Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Jenn wrote: "Odd Interlude? I gotta look into that one. I have Darkfall and Hidwaway and The husband at home but I'm definitely gonna check out Odd Interlude now. Thanks"

Darkfall is currently in ..."

I really liked Hideaway :D

[Danell]

I am elated, excited and trilled beyond belief!! Just wanted to share my news with my book loving friends. I am fortunate enough to get tickets to see Stephen King in Omaha NE on June 14th! This will be my first time seeing any author, let alone my favorite! His books are what inspired my love of reading.

My son says King is my hero. No, heroes, to me anyway, risk their lives for others....police, firefighters, military....etc. King is perhaps a travel agent, his books allow an escape from the everyday. His books bring me joy and pain, that is dealt in life.

Anyway I don't mean to sound like Annie Wilkes, but I am just excited and wanted to share my news with my friends. Happy reading!!

[Rachel]

Danell wrote: "I am elated, excited and trilled beyond belief!! Just wanted to share my news with my book loving friends. I am fortunate enough to get tickets to see Stephen King in Omaha NE on June 14th! This wi..."

This is very exiting news -so happy for you! :)
I would love to see him-is he going to speak or read from his book? You'll have to make sure you tell us all about it-wish I was going with you :D

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Congratulations Danell :-) You have good taste in storytellers.

[Danell]

King will discuss his work, read from his latest release "End of Watch" and take questions from the audience. 400 pre signed copies of his new book will randomly be distributed to audience members. There is no assigned seating so I am not sure what time to start waiting in line. Torn about that decision. Am fortunate to visit my family once a yr, guess I will be spending part of that time in line with my sister. She is going with me, thankfully she purchased the tickets online, my computer decided to run slowly at that time!

Rachel, I wish you could go with me also!! Would love meeting my book loving friends in person!! And what better way to connect than to spend time together waiting in line to see an author!

You guys are the best!! Thanks for being an important part of my life!

Happy Monday!

[Karen B.]

I am so sorry I didn't get back to you regarding Dewey 24 hour readathon. Yes you set aside a Saturday where other people all over the world will also be reading. There are mini challenges and the goal is to read for 24 hours if you want to. Lots of people take naps. I did not do so well this time around. I can't believe how much I slept but I tell myself my body must have needed it. They are held every October and April. There's a group for it on Goodreads but people also respond on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You'll have to get your housework done the day before. Prepare meals and snacks ahead of time and tell everyone do not disturb *LOL* You do take breaks as needed and switch off books to help keep you from falling asleep. It's lots of fun. People prepare a TBR pile ahead of time always bigger than what you could possibly read. There are door prizes and cheerleaders to cheer you on in your reading.

[Jenn]

Danell that's awesome! Glad your sister was able to get them. You's will have s blast!

[Danell]

Karen B. wrote: "I am so sorry I didn't get back to you regarding Dewey 24 hour readathon. Yes you set aside a Saturday where other people all over the world will also be reading. There are mini challenges and the ..."

Oh my goodness Karen, this sounds like so much fun!! I have never heard of this, thank you for sharing!! Will have to look into this!

Must be something in the air about sleeping, I slept more than usual this weekend. Agree with you, my body must have needed the rest.

Thanks again for bringing this event to my attention!

[Rachel]

finished The Grownup -the house plays an important role in the story.

This story had its moments but I prefer her novels.
Sharp Objects is being made into a series for HBO and I read she's involved in the writing so who knows when she'll write another novel. :/ I will watch the show though :)

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Rachel wrote: "finished The Grownup -the house plays an important role in the story.

This story had its moments but I prefer her novels.
Sharp Objects is being made into a series for HBO and I r..."

I am currently reading The Grownup too :-) I have a few pages left so don't tell me what happens - it has been a really fun little read. The back of the book says "You Like Ghost Stories?"

[Rachel]

Dustin Crazy little brown owl wrote: "Rachel wrote: "finished The Grownup -the house plays an important role in the story.

This story had its moments but I prefer her novels.
Sharp Objects is being made into a series ..."

So I probably shouldn't tell you... the butler did it! hehehe just kidding-glad you like it. :D

[Christine]

Danell wrote: "I am elated, excited and trilled beyond belief!! Just wanted to share my news with my book loving friends. I am fortunate enough to get tickets to see Stephen King in Omaha NE on June 14th! This wi..."

I am so envious!!! King is my favorite author!!!!! He's not coming up to the northwest for any book signings. I can't wait to hear all about it.

[Christine]

Karen B. wrote: "I am so sorry I didn't get back to you regarding Dewey 24 hour readathon. Yes you set aside a Saturday where other people all over the world will also be reading. There are mini challenges and the ..."

This sounds like a lot of fun......maybe as a group we should do it in the fall?????

[Rachel]

Christine wrote: "Karen B. wrote: "I am so sorry I didn't get back to you regarding Dewey 24 hour readathon. Yes you set aside a Saturday where other people all over the world will also be reading. There are mini ch..."

sounds like a plan :)

[Danell]

Christine wrote: "Karen B. wrote: "I am so sorry I didn't get back to you regarding Dewey 24 hour readathon. Yes you set aside a Saturday where other people all over the world will also be reading. There are mini ch..."

You speak my language!! Looking forward to doing this with my friends!!

[Danell]

Christine wrote: "Danell wrote: "I am elated, excited and trilled beyond belief!! Just wanted to share my news with my book loving friends. I am fortunate enough to get tickets to see Stephen King in Omaha NE on Jun..."

I am still in shock and shake my head in disbelief!! Opportunity of a lifetime for me! I am so very grateful to my sister for getting those tickets! Just hope I don't drive everyone crazy with my excitement!

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Danell wrote: "Just hope I don't drive everyone crazy with my excitement! "

Danell, Crazy is Good. I've driven there often :-)

[Christine]

I just finished After Dead: What Came Next in the World of Sookie Stackhouse Don't bother reading this one, especially if you were a fan of True Blood and the Sookie Stackhouse novels. Its a horrible little book. I just read it because there is a character named Jason (Stackhouse).

[Jenn]

christine, did you read all Sookie Stackhouse novels?

[Rachel]

Christine wrote: "I just finished After Dead: What Came Next in the World of Sookie Stackhouse Don't bother reading this one, especially if you were a fan of True Blood and the Sookie Stackhouse nove..."

Thanks for the update, Christine! Hope your next book is more enjoyable :)

[Christine]

Jenn wrote: "christine, did you read all Sookie Stackhouse novels?"

Yes, I did and watched True Blood. I have to say I liked the TV show better than the books.

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl, Colorful Colorado]

Happy May! :-)
Please consider reading Little Bee with us this month