2017 February Monthly Challenge

[Ethel]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

3/10 read

[4.2.] 2. Happy Anniversary: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley
[6.2.] 4. February celebrates Black History Month: Lady Luck by Kristen Ashley
[9.2.] 8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday: The Vixen and the Vet by Katy Regnery

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1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

[Bookchaser]

2017 February Monthly Challenge


4/10 Completed

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Fully Ignited by Shannon Stacey [MP3]
OR
Fire Me Up by Kimberly Kincaid [E-Pub]
OR
Final Lap by Erin McCarthy [E-Pub]
02. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
Lancelot of the Pines by Jennifer Blake [KU-R]
OR
Big Love in a Small Town by Kate Goldman [KU-R]
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Darynda Jones: Read a book by Darynda Jones or by any author with her first or last name.
OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
Shooting Star by Colby Hodge [DTB]
OR
Beyond The Shadows by Jess Granger [E-Pub]
OR
It's In His Heart by Shelly Alexander [KU-R]
04. Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
A MacKenzie Clan Gathering by Jennifer Ashley 02/01/17
05. Superbowl Sunday (February 5): Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Catch of a Lifetime by LuAnn McLane 02/06/17
06. Valentine's Day (February 14): Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Tokens of Love: Five Regency Love Stories by Mary Balogh [DTB]
OR
Crazy Little Thing by Tracy Brogan [KU-R&L]
OR
Sugar Springs by Kim Law [KU-R&L]
07. Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17): Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
And Then He Kissed Me by Kim Amos [E-Pub] (Kieran & Audrey)
OR
Just for Fun by Rosalind James [K + A] (gift)
08. George Washington's Birthday (February 22): Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
Montana Cherries by Kim Law [KU-R]
OR
Far from Perfect by Barbara Longley [KU-R&L]
OR
Willow Brook Road by Sherryl Woods [Audio CD]
09. Polar Bear Day (February 27): Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
From This Moment On by Addison Fox 02/02/17
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
His Best Friend's Wife by Lee McKenzie 02/09/17

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[Connie N.]

I see lots of progress being made....

[Ethel]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

4/10 read

[4.2.] 2. Happy Anniversary: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley
[6.2.] 4. February celebrates Black History Month: Lady Luck by Kristen Ashley
[9.2.] 8. February 22, G. Washington's Birthday: The Vixen and the Vet by Katy Regnery
[10.2.] 10. Reader's Choice: Sourcery by Terry Pratchett

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1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).

[Lacy]

I'm in for 7.

Completed: 3/7

1. 'F' is for February: The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg

2. Happy Anniversary: That Part Was True by Deborah McKinlay

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: The Curse of Tenth Grave

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Don't Bargain with the Devil by Sabrina Jeffries

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Wed Him Before You Bed Him by Sabrina Jeffries

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Lucky Penny by Catherine Anderson - 2/4 - *****

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Rescue My Heart by Jill Shalvis

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. - Rumor Has It by Jill Shalvis

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - The Dirt on Ninth Grave by Darynda Jones - 2/9 - *****

10. Reader's Choice: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs - 2/6 - ****

[Bookchaser]

2017 February Monthly Challenge


5/10 Completed

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Fully Ignited by Shannon Stacey [MP3]
OR
Fire Me Up by Kimberly Kincaid [E-Pub]
OR
Final Lap by Erin McCarthy [E-Pub]
02. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
Lancelot of the Pines by Jennifer Blake [KU-R]
OR
Big Love in a Small Town by Kate Goldman [KU-R]
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Darynda Jones: Read a book by Darynda Jones or by any author with her first or last name.
OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
Shooting Star by Colby Hodge [DTB]
OR
Fire in His Blood by Ruby Dixon [KU-R]
OR
It's In His Heart by Shelly Alexander [KU-R]
04. Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
A MacKenzie Clan Gathering by Jennifer Ashley 02/01/17
05. Superbowl Sunday (February 5): Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Catch of a Lifetime by LuAnn McLane 02/06/17
06. Valentine's Day (February 14): Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Tokens of Love: Five Regency Love Stories by Mary Balogh [DTB]
OR
Crazy Little Thing by Tracy Brogan [KU-R&L]
OR
Sugar Springs by Kim Law [KU-R&L]
07. Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17): Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Just for Fun by Rosalind James (gift) - 02/10/17
08. George Washington's Birthday (February 22): Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
Montana Cherries by Kim Law [KU-R]
OR
Far from Perfect by Barbara Longley [KU-R&L]
OR
Willow Brook Road by Sherryl Woods [Audio CD]
09. Polar Bear Day (February 27): Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
From This Moment On by Addison Fox 02/02/17
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
His Best Friend's Wife by Lee McKenzie 02/09/17

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[Ethel]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

5/10 read

[4.2.] 2. Happy Anniversary: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley
[6.2.] 4. February celebrates Black History Month: Lady Luck by Kristen Ashley
[9.2.] 8. February 22, G. Washington's Birthday: The Vixen and the Vet by Katy Regnery
[10.2.] 10. Reader's Choice: Sourcery by Terry Pratchett
[11.2.] 7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day: Keeping Secrets by Lisa Eugene

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1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).

[Susan]

7/10

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The list for 2016 begins at the link, go further back for other years.
https://www.goodreads.com/group/12880......
Eagle Warrior - Jenna Kernan (HI #1692 - Feb 2017) - Feb 7

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
Baby on the Oregon Trail - Lynna Banning (HH #1311 - Jan 2017) - Feb 7

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
San Antonio Secret - Robin Perini (HI #1688 - Jan 2017) - Feb 7

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Dearest Rogue - Elizabeth Hoyt (Grand Central - June 2015) - Feb 9

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Turquoise Guardian - Jenna Kernan (HI #1685 - Jan 2017) (Amber) - Feb 2

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
The Viscount Needs a Wife - Jo Beverley (Signet - Apr 2016) (tree) - Feb 8

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
Marry Me at Christmas - Susan Mallery (HQN - Oct 2015) (winter) - Feb 11

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

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[Sandra]

ALL DONE!

'F' is for February - Fear No Evil - Allison Brennan - 4 FEB
published in February - See No Evil - Allison Brennan - 2 FEB
Pubished In 2012 - Wrong Bed, Right Guy - Katee Robert - 3 FEB
African-American character - Swirl - M.L. Spann - 6 FEB
Athlete - Game for Tonight - Karen Erickson - 5 FEB
Romance - Melt - Deborah Bladon - 6 FEB
Main Character 'R' (Roarke) - Immortal in Death - J.D. Robb - 10 FEB
Tree on cover - Nerd in Shining Armor - Vicki Lewis Thompson - 5 FEB
White Cover - Bound to the Bachelor - Sarah Mayberry - 12 FEB
Readers Choice - Two Wrongs, One Right - Katee Robert - 4 FEB

[Ethel]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

6/10 read

[4.2.] 2. Happy Anniversary: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley
[6.2.] 4. February celebrates Black History Month: Lady Luck by Kristen Ashley
[9.2.] 8. February 22, G. Washington's Birthday: The Vixen and the Vet by Katy Regnery
[10.2.] 10. Reader's Choice: Sourcery by Terry Pratchett
[11.2.] 7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day: Keeping Secrets by Lisa Eugene
[12.2.] 9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day: The Game Plan by Kristen Callihan

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1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).

[Susan]

8/10

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
The Fairest of Them All - Cathy Maxwell (Avon - June 2016) - Feb 13

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The list for 2016 begins at the link, go further back for other years.
https://www.goodreads.com/group/12880......
Eagle Warrior - Jenna Kernan (HI #1692 - Feb 2017) - Feb 7

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
Baby on the Oregon Trail - Lynna Banning (HH #1311 - Jan 2017) - Feb 7

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
San Antonio Secret - Robin Perini (HI #1688 - Jan 2017) - Feb 7

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Dearest Rogue - Elizabeth Hoyt (Grand Central - June 2015) - Feb 9

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Turquoise Guardian - Jenna Kernan (HI #1685 - Jan 2017) (Amber) - Feb 2

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
The Viscount Needs a Wife - Jo Beverley (Signet - Apr 2016) (tree) - Feb 8

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
Marry Me at Christmas - Susan Mallery (HQN - Oct 2015) (winter) - Feb 11

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

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[Tammie]

All done Connie...thanks for a fun challenge!
2017 February Monthly Challenge
10/10 Read

1. 'F' is for February: Fates and Furies, Lauren Groff ★★★★ 2/6
2. Happy Anniversary-pub Feb 1992: Texas! Sage, Sandra Brown ★★★★ 2/7
3. FAC – pub 2009: Ruby Tuesday, Mari Carr ★★★★ 2/5
4. Black History Month – MC-Baby: Family Tree, Barbara Dilinsky ★★★★ 2/6
5. Superbowl Sunday – Race Car Driver: Hot Finish, Erin McCarthy ★★★★ 2/4
6. Valentine's Day - heart on the cover: Golden Trail, Kristen Ashley ★★★★ 2/3
7. Random Acts of Kindness Day – MC is ‘Archer Hale’: Archer's Voice, Mia Sheridan ★★★★★ 2/3
8. George Washington's Birthday-Trees on Cover: Everywhere and Every Way, Jennifer Probst ★★★★ 2/9
9. Polar Bear Day – white cover: Games of the Heart, Kristen Ashley ★★★★ 2/12
10. Reader's Choice: Waiting for Wednesday, Mari Carr ★★★★ 2/5

[NayNay]

Finish my challenge...happy reading!

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
The Night Bird by Brian Freeman 02/10/17 ****

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
Hero by Samantha Young 02/05/17 **** FEB 2015

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
Evermore by Alyson Noel 02/12/17 ***

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
Secret Shared by L. Marie Adeline 02/07/17 *****

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Cross Currents by John Shors02/02/17 ****

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
The Look of Love by Sarah Jio 02/04/17 ****

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Cartes Postales from Greece by Victoria Hislop 02/01/17 ****

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
The Shadow of the Pomegranate by Jean Plaidy 02/03/17 ***

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
Nothing to Fear by Karen Rose 02/11/17 ****

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The House at Riverton by Kate Morton 02/08/17 ***

[Connie N.]

Way to go, Sandra, Tammie, and NayNay!

[❀~Amy~❀]

Done!!

10/10 Read

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'. Dirty Laundry ~ 2/8/17 ~ ★★★★★

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The list for 2016 begins at the link, go further back for other years. Thick & Thin (pub. 2/1/17) ~ 2/3/17 ~ ★★★★


3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico. Dirty Secret ~ 2/2/17 ~ ★★★★★

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance. A Fashionable Indulgence ~ 2/7/17 ~ ★★★

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter. Empty Net (Hockey) ~ 2/3/17 ~ ★★★★

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover). Hook, Line, & Sinker ~ 2/2/17 ~ ★★★★

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!) The Pill Bugs of Time ~ MC Kyle ~ 2/2/17 ~ ★★★★

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character. The Law of Attraction ~ 2/4/17 ~ ★★★★★

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover). From Out in the Cold ~ 2/4/17 ~ ★★★1/2

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Wood, Screws, & Nails ~ 2/4/17 ~ ★★★★★

[Connie N.]

Well done, Amy!

[.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•]

Finished!

2017 February Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔ 1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F'

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay by J.K. Rowling - 09/02/2017


✔ 2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year - Rachel C - to-read, have-and-to-read, meet-n-greet, ccc-spell-it-crazy-challenge, next-book-in-series-to-read, have-and-to-read-print-or-kindle

by Sherrilyn Kenyon - 04/02/2017

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic.

by Sherrilyn Kenyon - 01/02/2017

✔ 4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character

by Nalini Singh - 06/02/2017

✔ 5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football)

by Jaci Burton - 07/02/2017

✔ 6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type

by Jayne Castle - 05/02/2017

✔ 7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (Rachel)

by Jayne Ann Krentz - 04/02/2017

✔ 8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Read a book with a generally honest character.

by Eve Langlais - 04/02/2017

✔ 9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).

by Nora Roberts - 10/02/2017

✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

by Eve Langlais - 07/02/2017

[Connie N.]

Nice job, Christine!

[Morgan]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The list for 2016 begins at the link, go further back for other years.
https://www.goodreads.com/group/12880......

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)

Kit Isley 02/14/17


8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.

GABE 02/07/17

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).

02/08/17

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

02/04/17

[Fran, Moderator]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

5/3 Completed- Done!

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
02. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Darynda Jones: Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet 2/13
04. Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
05. Superbowl Sunday (February 5): Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
06. Valentine's Day (February 14): Read a romance- Lassoing the Virgin Mail-Order Bride 2/14
07. Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17):Borrowed- Reunion 2/5
08. George Washington's Birthday (February 22): a book with a generally honest character- Roping The Virgin 2/14
09. Polar Bear Day (February 27): Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
10. Reader's Choice: Branding the Virgin 2/15

[Connie N.]

Nice job, Fran!

[Nicole]

All done! Thanks for hosting Connie:)

2017 February Monthly Challenge
10/10 completed

✓. 'F' is for February - Full Package by Lauren Blakely (04/02) ★★★★★

✓. Happy Anniversary - Rescuing Rayne by Susan Stoker (02/02) ★★★★

✓. Featured Author Challenge - Read any book set in a school.
Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles (01/02) ★★★★

✓. February celebrates Black History Month - Ravished by Amanda Quick (15/02) ★★

✓. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Jockblocked by Jen Frederick (05/02) ★★★★★

✓. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Bet on Us by Rachel Higginson (08/02) ★★★★

✓. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Downed: A Novel (Gridiron) by Jen Frederick (06/02) ★★★★

✓. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday - Dungeon Royale by Lexi Blake (12/02) ★★★

✓. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Heroes Are My Weakness by Susan Elizabeth Phillips (08/02) ★★★★

✓. Reader's Choice - Dirty Love by Ainsley Booth (16/02) ★★★★★

[Bookchaser]

2017 February Monthly Challenge


6/10 Completed

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Fully Ignited by Shannon Stacey 02/15/17
02. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
Fire Me Up by Kimberly Kincaid [E-Pub]
OR
Lancelot of the Pines by Jennifer Blake [KU-R]
OR
Big Love in a Small Town by Kate Goldman [KU-R]
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Darynda Jones: Read a book by Darynda Jones or by any author with her first or last name.
OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
Shooting Star by Colby Hodge [DTB]
OR
Fire in His Blood by Ruby Dixon [KU-R]
OR
It's In His Heart by Shelly Alexander [KU-R]
04. Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
A MacKenzie Clan Gathering by Jennifer Ashley 02/01/17
05. Superbowl Sunday (February 5): Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Catch of a Lifetime by LuAnn McLane 02/06/17
06. Valentine's Day (February 14): Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Tokens of Love: Five Regency Love Stories by Mary Balogh [DTB]
OR
Crazy Little Thing by Tracy Brogan [KU-R&L]
OR
Sugar Springs by Kim Law [KU-R&L]
07. Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17): Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Just for Fun by Rosalind James (gift) - 02/10/17
08. George Washington's Birthday (February 22): Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
Montana Cherries by Kim Law [KU-R]
OR
Far from Perfect by Barbara Longley [KU-R&L]
OR
Willow Brook Road by Sherryl Woods [Audio CD]
09. Polar Bear Day (February 27): Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
From This Moment On by Addison Fox 02/02/17
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
His Best Friend's Wife by Lee McKenzie 02/09/17

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[Connie N.]

Good for you, Nicole! You're welcome.

Bookchaser, you're making great progress....

[Connie N.]

Good luck, Nora!

[Bookchaser]

2017 February Monthly Challenge


7/10 Completed

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Fully Ignited by Shannon Stacey 02/15/17
02. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
Fire Me Up by Kimberly Kincaid [E-Pub]
OR
Lancelot of the Pines by Jennifer Blake [KU-R]
OR
Big Love in a Small Town by Kate Goldman [KU-R]
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Darynda Jones: Read a book by Darynda Jones or by any author with her first or last name.
OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
Shooting Star by Colby Hodge [DTB]
OR
Fire in His Blood by Ruby Dixon [KU-R]
OR
It's In His Heart by Shelly Alexander [KU-R]
04. Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
A MacKenzie Clan Gathering by Jennifer Ashley 02/01/17
05. Superbowl Sunday (February 5): Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Catch of a Lifetime by LuAnn McLane 02/06/17
06. Valentine's Day (February 14): Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Tokens of Love: Five Regency Love Stories by Mary Balogh 02/16/17
07. Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17): Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Just for Fun by Rosalind James (gift) - 02/10/17
08. George Washington's Birthday (February 22): Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
Montana Cherries by Kim Law [KU-R]
OR
Far from Perfect by Barbara Longley [KU-R&L]
OR
Willow Brook Road by Sherryl Woods [Audio CD]
09. Polar Bear Day (February 27): Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
From This Moment On by Addison Fox 02/02/17
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
His Best Friend's Wife by Lee McKenzie 02/09/17

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[Chan]

YAY! I'M DONE!
2017 February Monthly Challenge
My Goal: 10/7

1. 'F' is for February: Friend-Zoned ~ Completed February 2nd
2. Happy Anniversary: The Hurricane ~ Completed February 3rd
3. Featured Author Challenge: On Dublin Street ~ Completed February 4th
4. Black History Month: Black Sheep ~ Completed February 5th
5. Superbowl Sunday: Love the Way You Lie ~ Completed February 6th
6. Valentine's Day: Wild Card Completed February 8th
7. Random Acts of Kindness Day: Beautiful Disaster (Abby Abernathy) Completed February 7th
8. George Washington's Birthday: On the Island ~ Completed February 17th
9. Polar Bear Day: The Gamble ~ Completed February 9th
10. Reader's Choice: Sentenced ~ Completed February 10th



Chan's Reviews
1. Friend-Zoned: 2 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
2. The Hurricane: 4 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
3. On Dublin Street: 4 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
4. Black Sheep: 4 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
5. Love the Way You Lie: 2 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
7. Beautiful Disaster: 3 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
6. Wild Card: 3 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
9. The Gamble: 3 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
10. Sentenced: 2 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
8. On the Island: 5 Stars https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Ethel]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

9/10 read

[4.2.] 2. Happy Anniversary: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley
[6.2.] 4. February celebrates Black History Month: Lady Luck by Kristen Ashley
[9.2.] 8. February 22, G. Washington's Birthday: The Vixen and the Vet by Katy Regnery
[10.2.] 10. Reader's Choice: Sourcery by Terry Pratchett
[11.2.] 7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day: Keeping Secrets by Lisa Eugene
[12.2.] 9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day: The Game Plan by Kristen Callihan
[14.2.] 6. February 14 is Valentine's Day: Only a Whisper by Gayle Wilson
[18.2.] 1. 'F' is for February: Surviving Love by Ada Frost
[19.2.] 5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday: Guards! Guards! by Terry Pratchett

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3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

[Bookchaser]

2017 February Monthly Challenge


8/10 Completed

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Fully Ignited by Shannon Stacey 02/15/17
02. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
Fire Me Up by Kimberly Kincaid [E-Pub]
OR
Lancelot of the Pines by Jennifer Blake [KU-R]
OR
Big Love in a Small Town by Kate Goldman [KU-R]
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Darynda Jones: Read a book by Darynda Jones or by any author with her first or last name.
OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
Fire in His Blood by Ruby Dixon 02/20/17
04. Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
A MacKenzie Clan Gathering by Jennifer Ashley 02/01/17
05. Superbowl Sunday (February 5): Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Catch of a Lifetime by LuAnn McLane 02/06/17
06. Valentine's Day (February 14): Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Tokens of Love: Five Regency Love Stories by Mary Balogh 02/16/17
07. Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17): Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Just for Fun by Rosalind James (gift) - 02/10/17
08. George Washington's Birthday (February 22): Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
Montana Cherries by Kim Law [KU-R&L]
OR
Far from Perfect by Barbara Longley [KU-R&L]
OR
Willow Brook Road by Sherryl Woods [Audio CD]
09. Polar Bear Day (February 27): Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
From This Moment On by Addison Fox 02/02/17
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
His Best Friend's Wife by Lee McKenzie 02/09/17

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[Connie N.]

Great job, Chan!

[Lacy]

I'm in for 7.
I'm finished!!!
Completed: 7/7

1. 'F' is for February:

2. Happy Anniversary: That Part Was True by Deborah McKinlay - 2/16 - *****

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: The Curse of Tenth Grave - 2/16 - ****

4. February celebrates Black History Month -

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday -

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Lucky Penny by Catherine Anderson - 2/4 - *****

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Rescue My Heart by Jill Shalvis - 2/17 - ****

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. - Rumor Has It by Jill Shalvis - 2/19 - *****

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - The Dirt on Ninth Grave by Darynda Jones - 2/9 - *****

10. Reader's Choice: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs - 2/6 - ****

[Netanella]

RRRC 2017 February Monthly Challenge

Duration: February 2017
Books Read: 10/10
Done! Whoo Hoo!

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'. Pittacus Lore is the collection pseudonym of James Frey and Jobie Hughes.
✔ Lorien Legacies 1 - I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore - 02.07.2017 (★★)
2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
✔ Charley Davidson 1 - First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones - 02.10.2017 (★★★)
3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name. OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
✔ Bloodhounds 2 - Hunter's Prey by Moira Rogers - 02.01.2017 (★★★)
4. February celebrates Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
✔ Who Fears Death by Nnedi Okorafor - 02.06.2017 (★★★★★)
5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday: Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
✔ Elemental Assassin 4 - Tangled Threads by Jennifer Estep - 02.09.2017 (★★★★)
6. February 14 is Valentine's Day: Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
✔ Elemental Assassin 5 - Spider’s Revenge by Jennifer Estep - 02.18.2017 (★★★★)
7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day: Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
✔ Interspace Origins 1 - Faring Soul by Tracy Cooper-Posey - 02.20.2017 (★★★★)
8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday: Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
✔ The Fourth Element 1 - The Midnight Sea by Kat Ross - 02.15.2017 (★★★★★)
9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day: Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
✔ The Barn: A Zombie Apocalypse Horror Short Story by Jonathan Lewry - 02.12.2017 (★★)
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
✔ Elemental Assassin 2 - Web of Lies by Jennifer Estep - 02.02.2017 (★★★★★)

[Chan]

Connie N. wrote: "Great job, Chan!"

Thanks, Connie!

[Connie N.]

Way to go, Lacy and Netanella!

[Becky]

Finished! See post #76.

[JoAnne]

FINISHED
2017 February Monthly Challenge
Duration: February 01/17 to February 28/17
10/10


1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F'
Flirting with Disaster Ava Catori 2/3/17

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year.
Frigid Affair Jennifer Foor 2/3/17

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones
Eighth Grave After Dark Darynda Jones 2/22/17

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a Historical romance.
Silver Storm Cynthia Wright 2/17/17

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Demon Hunting With a Dixie Deb Lexi George 2/1/17

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance
Make Me Beth Kery 2/11/17

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with A. Archer
Accidentally on Purpose Jill Shalvis 2/2/17

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday.
Read a book with a generally honest character.
Sweet Water Christina Baker Kline 2/4/17

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate
Tumble Into Love J.H. Croix 2/5/17

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Marriage Lie Kimberly Belle 2/6/17

[Bookchaser]

2017 February Monthly Challenge


9/10 Completed

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Fully Ignited by Shannon Stacey 02/15/17
02. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year.
Fire Me Up by Kimberly Kincaid
OR
Galahad in Jeans by Jennifer Blake
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Darynda Jones: Read a book by Darynda Jones or by any author with her first or last name.
OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.
Fire in His Blood by Ruby Dixon 02/20/17
04. Black History Month: Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
A MacKenzie Clan Gathering by Jennifer Ashley 02/01/17
05. Superbowl Sunday (February 5): Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
Catch of a Lifetime by LuAnn McLane 02/06/17
06. Valentine's Day (February 14): Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Tokens of Love: Five Regency Love Stories by Mary Balogh 02/16/17
07. Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17): Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Just for Fun by Rosalind James (gift) - 02/10/17
08. George Washington's Birthday (February 22): Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
Lancelot of the Pines by Jennifer Blake 02/23/17
09. Polar Bear Day (February 27): Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
From This Moment On by Addison Fox 02/02/17
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
His Best Friend's Wife by Lee McKenzie 02/09/17

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[Susan]

9/10

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
The Fairest of Them All - Cathy Maxwell (Avon - June 2016) - Feb 13

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The list for 2016 begins at the link, go further back for other years.
https://www.goodreads.com/group/12880......
Eagle Warrior - Jenna Kernan (HI #1692 - Feb 2017) - Feb 7

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.
Baby on the Oregon Trail - Lynna Banning (HH #1311 - Jan 2017) - Feb 7

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.
San Antonio Secret - Robin Perini (HI #1688 - Jan 2017) - Feb 7

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).
Dearest Rogue - Elizabeth Hoyt (Grand Central - June 2015) - Feb 9

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)
Turquoise Guardian - Jenna Kernan (HI #1685 - Jan 2017) (Amber) - Feb 2

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.
The Viscount Needs a Wife - Jo Beverley (Signet - Apr 2016) (tree) - Feb 8

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).
Marry Me at Christmas - Susan Mallery (HQN - Oct 2015) (winter) - Feb 11

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
A SEAL Forever - Anne Elizabeth (Sourcebooks Casablanca - Dec 2015) - Feb 23

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[Connie N.]

Good for you, Becky and JoAnne!

[Lacy]

Connie N. wrote: "Way to go, Lacy and Netanella!"

Thank you!

[~Melissa~]

Done ~ thanks for hosting Connie!
RRRC ~ 2017 February Monthly Challenge
2/1 ~ 2/2817
6/6 read


1. 'F' is for February: Catt Ford Extreme Bull 2/17/17 2♥

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The Law of Attraction Pub'd Feb 2016 2/18/17 4♥


6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - 2/2/17 3♥

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - gift Archangel's Heart 2/10/17 4♥


9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Alaska Wild Fate 2/1/17 3♥

10. Reader's Choice: Fast Connection 2/22/17 4♥

[~Teresa]

Connie N. wrote: "Wow, I've never noticed how many people participate in this monthly challenge! Good luck, everyone..."

Thank you Connie! I completed 8/10 .... more February left but I'm not going to have time for any more! :( Anyway, wanted to let you know I appreciate your work on this challenge. This is my favorite challenge each month! I'm already looking forward to March!

[Morgan]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

02/21/17

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The list for 2016 begins at the link, go further back for other years.
https://www.goodreads.com/group/12880......

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Darynda Jones , or by any author with her first or last name.
Fun Facts about Darynda:
★Darynda Jones wrote an apocalyptic/sci-fi manuscript in high school, about a group of teens that resembled Van Halen.
★ She won a RWA Golden Heart for Best Paranormal Romance (2009) and a
RWA RITA for Best First Book (2012) for First Grave on the Right.
★ Death and the Girl Next Door is her first foray into the YA genre.
★ Jennifer lives in New Mexico with her husband and two boys.

OR you may read any book set in a school. You can also read any book published in 2009, 2012, OR that is shelved as YA, Sci-fi or Apocalyptic. OR you can read a book set in New Mexico.

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Read a book, either fiction or non-fiction, with an African-American main character OR read an Historical romance.

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Read a book with a main character who is an athlete (not necessarily football) OR a book with two words in the title that start with the same letter.

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - Read a romance, any type OR read a book with a heart on the cover (show us the cover).

7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Read a book with a main character whose name starts with R, A, or K (tell us the name) OR read a book someone lent you, gifted you, or you treated yourself to (it's good to be kind to yourself, too!)

Kit Isley 02/14/17


8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday. Remember how he chopped down a cherry tree and couldn't tell a lie about it? Read a book with a tree on the cover (show us the cover) OR a book with a generally honest character.

GABE 02/07/17

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - Read a book set in a cold climate OR a book with a predominantly white cover (show us the cover).

02/08/17

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

02/04/17

[Justme]

Just a note...FINISHED (top of pg 2 post #51)

[Ethel]

2017 February Monthly Challenge

10/10 read

Done!

[4.2.] 2. Happy Anniversary: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley
[6.2.] 4. February celebrates Black History Month: Lady Luck by Kristen Ashley
[9.2.] 8. February 22, G. Washington's Birthday: The Vixen and the Vet by Katy Regnery
[10.2.] 10. Reader's Choice: Sourcery by Terry Pratchett
[11.2.] 7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day: Keeping Secrets by Lisa Eugene
[12.2.] 9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day: The Game Plan by Kristen Callihan
[14.2.] 6. February 14 is Valentine's Day: Only a Whisper by Gayle Wilson
[18.2.] 1. 'F' is for February: Surviving Love by Ada Frost
[19.2.] 5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday: Guards! Guards! by Terry Pratchett
[24.2.] 3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Breathe by Kristen Ashley

[Becky ♡The Bookworm♡]

All done!

Finished post is here: Post 36

Thanks! I'm really enjoying these monthly categories!

[Connie N.]

I've finished 9 out of 10 and don't see the last one getting done before the end of the month, so I'm considering this one complete.

2017 February Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 2/1/17 to 2/28/17
9/10

1. 'F' is for February: Title starts with F - Finding Perfect by Susan Mallery - 2/14/17 ♥♥♥

2. Happy Anniversary: Read a book that was published in February of any year or read a book of an RRRC member who joined in February of any year. The list for 2016 begins at the link, go further back for other years.
https://www.goodreads.com/group/12880...

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones - Published in 2012 - Notorious Nineteen by Janet Evanovich - 2/9/17 ♥♥♥♥♥

4. February celebrates Black History Month - Historical romance - Playing with Fire by Tess Gerritsen - 2/20/17 ♥♥♥♥

5. February 5 is Superbowl Sunday - Two words in the title that start with the same letter - M-M - Make Me Stay by Jaci Burton - 2/2/17 ♥♥♥♥

6. February 14 is Valentine's Day - With a heart on the cover - Sugar and Spice by Lauren Conrad - 2/6/17 ♥♥♥♥


7. February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Main character whose name starts with R - Roarke - Born in Death by J.D. Robb - 2/7/17 ♥♥♥♥♥

8. February 22 is traditionally George Washington's Birthday - Generally honest character - Wanting It All by Christi Barth - 2/21/17 ♥♥♥♥
Madison always wants to be up-front when she begins a relationship.

9. February 27 is Polar Bear Day - White cover - Jackson's Trust by Violet Duke - 2/4/17 ♥♥♥


10. Reader's Choice: Any book - Undeniably Yours by Shannon Stacey - 2/11/17 ♥♥♥♥

****9 out of 10 COMPLETE 2/21/17*****

[Amanda A]

2017 February Monthly Challenge
Completed: 10/10

1. 'F' is for February: All You Need is Love by Marie Force 2/11

2. Happy Anniversary: The Chase by Janet Evanovich and Lee Goldberg 2/24 (pub in Feb)

3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Some Girls Bite by Chloe Neill 2/25 (pub 2009)

4. Black History Month - Four Weddings and a Sixpence: An Anthology by Julia Quinn, Elizabeth Boyle, Laura Lee Guhrke and Stefanie Sloane 2/6

5. Superbowl Sunday - Strong Signal by Megan Erickson and Santino Hassell 2/26

6. Valentine's Day - Wild Man Creek by Robyn Carr 2/6

7. Random Acts of Kindness Day - Grave Witch by Kalayna Price (Alex Craft) 2/8

8. George Washington's Birthday - Tracks of Her Tears by Melinda Leigh 2/13

9. Polar Bear Day - To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han 2/12

10. Reader's Choice: Trick by Laramie Briscoe 2/7

[Leeann]

Completed 5 out of 5! Post #40. Thanks for the fun challenge.

[Danielle Gypsy Soul]

Only finished 9/10 this month:

2017 February Monthly Challenge
1 - 28 February 2017

Read 9/10

1. 'F' is for February: Forward Pass
2. Happy Anniversary: Take Me Back 2/25 ★★★★
3. Featured Author Challenge - Darynda Jones: Hell & High Water 2/12 ★★★★★
4. Black History Month:
5. Superbowl Sunday: Caught Running 2/13 ★★★★
6. Valentine's Day: Jack of Hearts 2/15 ★★★
7. Random Acts of Kindness Day: Dating Ryan Alback 2/19 ★★★
8. George Washington's Birthday: Beauty and the Wiener 2/8 ★★
9. Polar Bear Day: The Shadow Queen 2/7 ★★★★
10. Reader's Choice: Guarding Mr. Fine 2/13 ★★★★