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For those of you reading a book for the Pat Harrington Jr and Ken Howard task of cozy mystery, please be sure you know what a cozy is.Cozy myseries very rarely focus on sex, profanity or violence. The murders take place off stage, and are often relatively bloodless (e.g. poisoning), while sexual activity (if any) between characters is only ever gently implied and never directly addressed. They usually takes place in a small town or village, and the sleuth is usually an amateur.
Thanks for your help, jaxnsmom! Where would we find the definitions that are being used for all of the categories - things like the cozy mystery, 'dealing with a mental health issue', contemporary versus non-contemporary romance, 'larger than life character' , 'centred around family'? These categories seemed open to interpretation, but I'm realizing they do have definitions - I just haven't seen them. I'm hesitant to pick one now in case I read a book that I think will fit, but does't.
Most are open to interpretation and are pretty lenient. The cozy mystery one is different because it is a specific type of mystery. I probably should have put a definition with the task, but I'm so used to cozies and I know there are a few enthusiastic cozy readers here, so it didn't occur to me. Any books you have questions about, please feel free to ask. In case I'm not available, one of the other mods should be around.Mental health includes depression, bipolar, ocd, panic disorder, and others. Mental health problems can cover a broad range of disorders, but the common characteristic is that they all affect the affected person's personality, thought processes or social interactions. (from mentalhealth.gov) I didn’t use the term mental illness so the definition would be broader.
Contemporary romance - let's say within 20 years. That would be different from a historical romance.
Larger than life - someone whose personality overshadows those around them, not due to their job, wealth, or any physical attribute.
Family centered - involves a family in some way, maybe a dysfunctional one, or blending two families. It’s pretty open. A book I’m reading is about a woman whose husband had a traumatic brain injury and she’s trying to still be family and live on her own.
If you can find something to substantiate your book meeting a task - a definition of the topic, mention in an article - then I'll allow the book. A lot of members use the internet to help their argument.
I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any more questions or more clarification.
That's great! Thank you so much - it does help.
I'm glad I read the definition about "larger than life." I was going to read The BFG which is about a giant. Now I'll read something else for the toppler.
Whew! *wiping sweaty forehead*Although it does count as fantasy if you still want to read it.
jaxnsmom wrote: "Whew! *wiping sweaty forehead*Although it does count as fantasy if you still want to read it."
Oh yeah! Thanks!
BFG would also count as being made into a movie. The movie just came out this month.
I would like to read The Monkey's Raincoat by Robert Crais. I think it should qualify as action/adventure for Glen Frey, but I just want to double-check. Does it?
I'm sorry Casceil, but I'd have to say no. It sounds like this is more of a murder mystery. I think of action/adventure type books as spy novels, or Raiders of the Lost Ark type - Lee Child, Clive Cussler, Vince Flynn. There might be killing, but it's not about the murder.
Well, good thing I checked. Is there a category for mysteries that are not cozies? I assume "true crime" means based on something that actually happened.
Not on their own, so they'd have to qualify for another task.Yes, true crime is based on a real life crime.
I was pretty sure that the question about graphic novels had already been asked but I can't seem to find it ...... I think graphic novels are allowed with a higher page count, right? I'm looking at Nimona which has 272 pages
Lynn wrote: "I was pretty sure that the question about graphic novels had already been asked but I can't seem to find it ...... I think graphic novels are allowed with a higher page count, right? I'm looking ..."
I think it's in our thread Lynn.
I'm confused. The rules say the toppler ends Sunday, June 25. I'm sitting here on Saturday, June 25, and wondering, "Are we done yet?" Others seem to think so, and I thought so when I went to bed last night, but now I'm not sure.
It's over in 15 mins, right?2am Sunday to 2am Sunday? (my time)
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The Toppler will be noon Saturday, June 18th, to noon Sunday, June 25th, EDT.
In 15 minutes it will be noon Saturday, June 25 EDT. So either the "Sunday" part or the date part can't be right. I've been going by the date part.
Fair enough. I never look at dates due to time zones, so I never noticed.I'm going by the 7 day rule as usual. Crashing now (at 1.50am) and we'll see if I can squeeze in another book in the morning ;)
Good toppling all, no matter what happens in the morning.
Rusalka, I think you are right, and the usual rule is 7 days. Probably what was meant was Saturday, June 25. But I thought I should check in case I can squeeze another book in.
The Toppler has ended now. I hope everyone read something good.I overslept and am semifunctioning now.
It was a great toppler, Jmom. Thanks for setting it up.
This was my favorite toppler so far, thank you Jmom!
Great TopplerJmom! I read some good books and I'm happy to get them off of my TBR list. I don't think I added more than three new ones, so I'm happy.
Cherie - only 3? You must have done something wrong. Did you resist checking out most of the other books?
Good Toppler everybody!I could not do more than one book, but it was challenging
It was a great toppler! Thanks Jmom. I read 5 books which is the most I have ever read in a week :)
Lisa wrote: "It was a great toppler! Thanks Jmom. I read 5 books which is the most I have ever read in a week :)"
Awesome, Lisa!!!!
I had a great time as usual, J'mom. Thank you for all your hard work!
Another great toppler j'mom. I set a personal best with 6 books read. I was nice playing tribute to people :-)
Thanks for another great toppler, Jmom!
Thanks everybody! I have to say, after setting this one up, the next one's going to be all about happy thoughts and books about flowers and unicorns and twinkly stars and rainbows and candy. ☺
Good thinking J'mom. Whenever I get stressed or upset my partner often says "flowers and trees, flowers and trees" so that would be perfect!
Yes, "nature" might be a good theme.
In the poultry community, there is a thing called "Fluffy Butt Friday" (google images for me (although it's been taught for poultry) is very safe for work and full of happy pictures). It totally clears your brain after the week, and makes you feel happy. Sounds like you need a fluffy butt friday Toppler, Jmom.
I like the fluffy head too.
Love the fluffy butt friday :-)
Thanks for making us aware of "Fluffy Butt Friday", Rusalka. It has cheered me up no end! :)
Love Fluffy Butt day and that's a great picture Janice!
Yes, Jmom. I have refrained from reading the other team's threads to keep from seeing their books. I know I will read them and try to resist looking at the books at some point though. Resistance is futile. I have jumped back to my previously started books to keep busy. I finished two already and am 1/2 way through The Girl who wrote in Silk.
jaxnsmom wrote: "Thanks everybody! I have to say, after setting this one up, the next one's going to be all about happy thoughts and books about flowers and unicorns and twinkly stars and rainbows and candy. ☺"Hmmm...I wonder if I can remake Candyland...all sweetness with a little torture mixed in :)
Oh j'mom - you SweetTart!
You'll love this one...!! A book club & more
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