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2014 August Monthly Challenge - Participant Thread
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2014 August Monthly ChallengeDuration: August 1 - 31, 2014
Completed: 10/10
DONE!
1. 'A' is for August: About That Night by Julie James – 8/8/14
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Black Jack by Lora Leigh – 8/5/14
3. Geography - Sweden: Mystery Man by Kristen Ashley – 8/16/14
4. Family Fun Month: Quinn by Andria Large – 8/19/14
5. Friendship Day (August 3): Rock Hard by Olivia Cunning – 8/10/14
6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Exquisite by Ella Frank – 8/18/14
7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Flying by Megan Hart – 8/9/14
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Rush by Maya Banks – 8/21/14
9. Romance Awareness Month: Monster in His Eyes by J.M. Darhower – 8/14/14
10. Reader's Choice: Heat Seeker by Lora Leigh – 8/2/14
RRRC - August Monthly ChallengeCongrats to all the finishers so far!
10/10 read - Done!
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Finished 2 more so now I'm at 8 of 10. I have 2 more to go, well really, 3 since they are books 2 and 3 of a series so I need to read book 1 first...Luckily I was able to make it fit into another challenge this month!! o.O
✔8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17):
-- In the Dead of the Night – Terry Spear
-- Read 08.20 ★★★
✔9. Romance Awareness Month:
-- Born Wild – Julie Anne Walker
-- Read 08.21 ★★★★
Congrats Ethel!!Go Laurla -Go!
RRRC August 2014 Monthly Challenge
Duration: August 1 - August 30, 2014
Books Read 8/10
✔ 1. 'A' is for August: Warriors of Poseidon 2 - Atlantis Awakening by Alyssa Day - 08.21.2014 (★★★)
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Here is the link to Katharina's shelves. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
✔ 3. Geography - Sweden: Read a book with a blue cover: The Horde Wars 3 - Razor's Edge by Sherri L. King - 08.13.2014 (★★★)
✔ 4. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings, etc.: Border Lair by Bianca D'Arc - 08.03.2014 (★★★)
✔ 5. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship: Wilde Security 2 - Wilde for Her by Tonya Burrows - 08.02.2014 (★★★)
✔ 6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example: King of the Unblessed by Michelle M. Pillow - 08.07.2014 (★★)
✔ 7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation: Nerd in Shining Armor by Vicki Lewis Thompson - 08.09.2014(★★★★)
✔ 8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie! The Ice Dragon by Bianca D'Arc - 08.16.2014 (★★★)
✔9. Romance Awareness Month: Read a romance book of any genre: Blood Mate by Mina Carter - 08.11.2014 (★★★★★)
10. Reader's Choice: Full Moon Trilogy 2 - Bitten by K.L. Nappier
Congrats to all the finishers!10/10 Read - Complete
1. A for August:
2. Hi Katharina!
3. Sweden:
4. Family Fun Day:
5. Friendship Day:
6. Left Handers' Day:
7. Relaxation Day:
8. Thriftshop Day:
9. Romance Awareness:
10. My Choice:
Unread: All Done!
Read:
All done :)1. 'A' is for August:
2. Member of the Month - Katharina:
3. Geography - Sweden:
4. Family Fun Month:
5. Friendship Day (August 3):
6. Left Handers' Day (August 13):
7. Relaxation Day (August 15):
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17):
9. Romance Awareness Month:
10. Reader's Choice:
all done!1. A is for August: Andrews, Ilona - Magic Breaks - 8/5
2. Member of the Month: The Maze Runner - James Dashner - 8/20
3. Geography: Crux - Julie Reece - 8/7
4. Family Fun Month: Escaping Me - Elizabeth Lee - 8/6
5. Friendship Day: Sentinel - Jennifer Armentrout 8/12
6. Left Handers' Day: Grey's Awakening - Cameron Dane -
7. Relaxation Day: Fantastical - Kristen Ashley - 8/10
8. National Thriftshop Day: Winterblaze - Kristen Callihan 8/11
9. Romance Awareness Month: Ignite Me - Tehereh Mafi - 8/14
10. Reader's Choice: Ignite - Tessa Teevan - 8/20
Finished!! Well done to everyone else who has finished or is still in the process!Completed: 10/10
TBR:
Read:
2014 August Monthly Challenge8/10
1. 'A' is for August: Alpha's Last Fight: A Paranormal Shapeshifter BBW Romance 8/25/14
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Embattled Minds 8/23/14
3. Geography - Sweden: Hot on Her Trail (goldish color) 8/2/14
4. Family Fun Month: Strike (herorine has sibling that are children.) 8/7/14
5. Friendship Day (August 3): Ripped 8/12/14
6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example.
7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation.
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Devil's Kiss ( borrowed from kindle unlimited) 8/23/14
9. Romance Awareness Month: Broken Justice 8/13/14
10. Reader's Choice: Play 8/6/14
You can choose 3, 5, 8 or all 10 categories depending on your reading speed, book availability and/or time commitment.
When posting your challenge progress, please make sure to put the date/s when you finished your book/s.
Please repost your progress as it helps when updating.
Happy Reading!!
Read: 10/101. 'A' is for August: Binary Boy by RJ Astruc 8.18 ★★★★☆
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Like & Subscribe (December) 8.3 ★★★★☆
3. Geography - Sweden: Prisoner of the Mountain Watch 8.3 ★★★☆☆
4. Family Fun Month: Forever Promised 8.25 ★★★★☆
5. Friendship Day (August 3): Vices 8.21 ★★★★★
6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): John & Jackie 8.1 ★★★★☆
7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Just What the Truth Is 8.9 ★★★★☆
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Going Home 8.11 ★★★★★
9. Romance Awareness Month: Cross Purposes 8.2 ★★★★★
10. Reader's Choice: Clown'd 8.17 ★★★★☆
9/101. 'A' is for August: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'
The Proud Italian - Alison Roberts (HMED #667 - May 2014) - Aug 42. Member of the Month - Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Here is the link to Katharina's shelves. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
Dirty Little Secrets - Mallory Kane (HI #1464 - Dec 2013) - Aug 253. Geography - Sweden: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Sweden.
Fun Facts about Sweden:
★ Sweden's flag is blue and gold and the country is often associated with blond hair and blue eyes.
★It is a constitutional monarchy and has a history associated with Vikings.
★ Sweden is a prosperous country and known for its universal healthcare.
So you may also read a book with a blue or gold cover or one that features a blond and/or blue eyed person on the cover. Also you may read a Viking book or one involving a monarchy. You may also choose a book with a very wealthy character or one involved in the medical profession.
Million-Dollar Maverick - Christine Rimmer (HSE #2341 -July 2014) (1 wealthy, 1 medical) - Aug 24. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings etc.
True Blue Cowboy - Marin Thomas (HAR #1509 - Aug 2014) (Cash Brothers) - Aug 25. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship or one recommended by a friend.
Traceless - HelenKay Dimon (HI #1498 - June 2014) (recommended by Paula ) - Aug 136. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example.
The Welcome Home Garden Club - Lori Wilde (Avon - Apr 2011) (missing left hand) - Aug 27. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation.
A SEAL's Seduction - Tawny Weber (HB #738 - Feb 2013) (forced time off) - Aug 168. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie!
Together - Linda Lael Miller (Harper Torch - Aug 1996) (library) - Aug 109. Romance Awareness Month: A month made just for us! Read a romance book of any genre.
Stormy Persuasion - Johanna Lindsay (Gallery Books - June2014) - Aug 1810. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
I'm in for 6 this month.DONE
6/6
Since I finished early, I decided to do the last 4.
4/4
2014 August Monthly Challenge10/10 Completed
01. 'A' is for August: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
02. Member of the Month ~ Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
03. Geography ~ Sweden: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Sweden.
You may also read a book with a blue or gold cover or one that features a blond and/or blue eyed person on the cover. Also you may read a Viking book or one involving a monarchy. You may also choose a book with a very wealthy character or one involved in the medical profession.
04. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings etc.
05. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship or one recommended by a friend.
06. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example.
07. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation.
08. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie!
09. Romance Awareness Month: A month made just for us! Read a romance book of any genre.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
AUGUST10 of 10 Complete!
√ 1. “A”: The Gamble by Kristen Ashley – 8/6
√ 2. Hello Katharina!: Saved by the Rancher by Jennifer Ryan – 8/22
√ 3. Sweden: Seduction of a Highland Lass by Maya Banks (blonde cover) – 8/15
√ 4. Family Fun: Slow Summer Burn by Elizabeth Barrett (siblings) – 8/14
√ 5. Friendship Day: Safe in His Arms by Rita Herron (friend recomm.) – 8/26
√ 6. Left Handers': After Math by Denise Grover Swank (social anxiety) – 8/18
√ 7. Relaxation Day: Officer Off Limits by Tess Bailey (vacation read) – 8/3
√ 8. Thriftshop: The Fireman Who Loved Me by Jennifer Bernard (Freebie) – 8/1
√ 9. Romance Awareness Month: Timeless by Gail Carringer – 8/9
√ 10. Reader's Choice: The Collector by Nora Roberts – 8/18
Complete:
DONE! COMPLETED MY GOAL FOR THIS MONTH! :)2014 August Monthly Challenge
Completed: 5/5
1. 'A' is for August: An Abundance of Katherines READ
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Published in 2010 - Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold READ
3. Geography - Sweden: One that features a blond or blue eyed person on the cover. - Pivot Point READ
6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Across the Universe READ (The female protagonist is a redhead in a ship full of mono-ethic people )
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Also Known As READ
Finished!Progress: 10 out of 10
1. 'A' is for August: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'
Self-Inflicted Wounds: Heartwarming Tales of Epic Humiliation by Aisha Tyler - ***** - 8/2/2014
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Here is the link to Katharina's shelves. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
Dragonfly in Amber by Diana Gabaldon - ***** - 8/28/2014
3. Geography - Sweden: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Sweden.
Fun Facts about Sweden:
★ Sweden's flag is blue and gold and the country is often associated with blond hair and blue eyes.
★It is a constitutional monarchy and has a history associated with Vikings.
★ Sweden is a prosperous country and known for its universal healthcare.
So you may also read a book with a blue or gold cover or one that features a blond and/or blue eyed person on the cover. Also you may read a Viking book or one involving a monarchy. You may also choose a book with a very wealthy character or one involved in the medical profession.
Gifts by Ursula K. Le Guin - *** - 8/19/2014 - Blue Cover
4. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings etc.:
Proven Guilty by Jim Butcher - ***** - 8/4/2014
5. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship or one recommended by a friend:
Big Girl Panties by Stephanie Evanovich - ***** - 8/21/2014 - 324 Pages
6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example.
The Book of Tomorrow by Cecelia Ahern - *** - 8/12/2014 - Stranger in a small town
7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation:
The End of Your Life Book Club by Will Schwalbe - **** - 8/10/2014 - Goes on Vacation
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie!
Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan - ***** - 8/7/2014 - Borrowed from Library
9. Romance Awareness Month: A month made just for us! Read a romance book of any genre:
Fanning the Flames by Victoria Dahl - ***** - 8/5/2014
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
The Neverending Story by Michael Ende - *** - 8/6/2014 - 396 Pages
2014 August Monthly ChallengeAnd I'm in! For all 10. =)
10 of 10. Updated 8.28.14 DONE!! Yay me!
1. 'A' is for August: Crave The Night by Lara Adrian 8.22.14
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Then Came You by Lisa Kleypas 8.28.14
3. Geography - Sweden: Peanut Goes to School by Thea Harrison 8.3.14
4. Family Fun Month: Any Given Sunday by Mari Carr 8.5.14
5. Friendship Day (August 3): Alone with You by Shannon Stacey 8.2.14
6. Left Handers Day (August 13): Breaking Danger by Lisa Marie Rice 8.7.14
7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Falling for Max by Shannon Stacey 8.9.14
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Lazy Sundays by K-lee Klein 8.3.14
9. Romance Awareness Month: Master of the Mountain by Cherise Sinclair 8.12.14
10. Reader's Choice: The Letter Z by Marie Sexton 8.12.14
Congratulations to all the finishers!!
RRRC August 2014 Monthly Challenge
Duration: August 1 - August 30, 2014
Books Read 9/10
✔ 1. 'A' is for August: Warriors of Poseidon 2 - Atlantis Awakening by Alyssa Day - 08.21.2014 (★★★)
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Here is the link to Katharina's shelves. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
✔ 3. Geography - Sweden: Read a book with a blue cover: The Horde Wars 3 - Razor's Edge by Sherri L. King - 08.13.2014 (★★★)
✔ 4. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings, etc.: Border Lair by Bianca D'Arc - 08.03.2014 (★★★)
✔ 5. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship: Wilde Security 2 - Wilde for Her by Tonya Burrows - 08.02.2014 (★★★)
✔ 6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example: King of the Unblessed by Michelle M. Pillow - 08.07.2014 (★★)
✔ 7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation: Nerd in Shining Armor by Vicki Lewis Thompson - 08.09.2014(★★★★)
✔ 8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie! The Ice Dragon by Bianca D'Arc - 08.16.2014 (★★★)
✔9. Romance Awareness Month: Read a romance book of any genre: Blood Mate by Mina Carter - 08.11.2014 (★★★★★)
✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Seattle Steam 1 - Dangerous Grounds by Shelli Stevens - 08.29.2014 (★★)
2014 August Monthly Challenge - Participants ThreadDuration 01/08/14 - 31/08/14
Progress 08/08
1. ✔ 'A' is for August: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'
- A Tale Of Two Dragons / G.A. Aiken (Aug 2)2. ✔ Member of the Month - Katharina: Read a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
- Blade to the Keep / Lauren Dane (Aug 12)3. ✔ Geography - Sweden: Read a book with a blue or gold cover
- White Trash Zombie Apocalypse / Diana Rowland (August 11)5. ✔ Friendship Day: Read a book that features friendship
- Swinger Style / Jayne Rylon (Aug 8)7. Relaxation Day: Read a book you would read on a vacation.
- Magic Breaks / Ilona Andrews (Aug 3)8. ✔ National Thriftshop Day: Read a book that didn't cost you anything - that was a freebie!
- Ignited/ Kaylea Cross (Aug 14)9. ✔ Romance Awareness Month: Read a romance book of any genre.
- Beyond Addiction / Kit Rocha (Aug 11)10. ✔ Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
- The Year We Fell Down / Sarina Bowen (Aug 22)****Completed 22 August 2014****
Congrats Shelby and Danielle!!Shelby where is your list - we all want to see what you've read?! How else are our TBRs going to grow beyond anything we will possibly ever be able to read?! =)
Hey sorry MountainKat. I always just update my first post. I can repost it though. Let me go dig and find it. :D10/10
1. "A" is for August - Touch & Geaux (8/10) ★★★★★
2. Member of the Month - Edge of Dawn (8/26) ★★★★★
3. Geography - Stealing the Wind (8/11) ★★★★★
4. Family Fun Month - A Fighting Man (8/3) ★★★½
5. Friendship Day - Glen & Tyler's Honeymoon Adventure (8/7) ★★★★
6. Left Hander's Day - Life After Death (8/10) ★★★★½
7. Relaxation Day - Bulletproof (8/10) ★★★★
8. National Thriftshop Day - Aftermath (8/20) ★★★★
9. Romance Awareness Month - Like Coffee and Doughnuts (8/5) ★★★★
10. Choice - Death by Silver (8/18) ★★★★
RRRC August 2014 Monthly Challenge
Duration: August 1 - August 30, 2014
Books Read 9/10
Done with 9 on 10! Not bad
✔ 1. 'A' is for August: Warriors of Poseidon 2 - Atlantis Awakening by Alyssa Day - 08.21.2014 (★★★)
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Here is the link to Katharina's shelves. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
✔ 3. Geography - Sweden: Read a book with a blue cover: The Horde Wars 3 - Razor's Edge by Sherri L. King - 08.13.2014 (★★★)
✔ 4. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings, etc.: Border Lair by Bianca D'Arc - 08.03.2014 (★★★)
✔ 5. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship: Wilde Security 2 - Wilde for Her by Tonya Burrows - 08.02.2014 (★★★)
✔ 6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example: King of the Unblessed by Michelle M. Pillow - 08.07.2014 (★★)
✔ 7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation: Nerd in Shining Armor by Vicki Lewis Thompson - 08.09.2014(★★★★)
✔ 8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie! The Ice Dragon by Bianca D'Arc - 08.16.2014 (★★★)
✔9. Romance Awareness Month: Read a romance book of any genre: Blood Mate by Mina Carter - 08.11.2014 (★★★★★)
✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Seattle Steam 1 - Dangerous Grounds by Shelli Stevens - 08.29.2014 (★★)
Shelby wrote: "Hey sorry MountainKat. I always just update my first post. I can repost it though. Let me go dig and find it. :D"Not a problem Shelby! Reposting is easier for updating, but a link to your list is good too. We all just like to see what everyone read! And sometimes people need ideas for different spots too. =)
Finished!!Completed: 10/10
Update: I'm going to stop, I couldn't get to number 2 so I took it out.August MONTHLY Challenge
1. August: Amanda Vyne-
8/15/143. Blue/ Gold Cover:
8/12/147. Relaxation:
8/7/148. Thrift Shop:
8/4/149. Romance Awareness:
8/1/1410. Readers Choice:
8/18/14
Congrats Juana!! We all have to shuffle them around and change our plans now and then. =)
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2014 August Monthly Challenge
10/10 Completed
1. 'A' is for August: The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie Highland Pleasures 1
by Jennifer Ashley (Goodreads Author) 8/15/14. 4****
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Can't Help Falling in Love The Sullivans 3 8/18/14 5*****
3. Geography - Sweden: Faerie 8/31/14 4***
4. Family Fun Month: Seduction and Snacks 8/23/14 5*****
5. Fury 8/13/10 4****
6. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone ....newcomer in a small town for example. Protecting What's His Line of Duty 1 8/17/14 4****
7. Relaxation Day (August 15): Redneck Romeo Rough Riders 15 8/10/14 5*****
8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything.
...borrowed from the library Halfway to the Grave Night Huntress 1 8/30/14 4****
9. Romance Awareness Month: The Opportunist Love Me with Lies 1 8/14/14 4****
10. Reader's Choice: Come Back 8/3/14 4****
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RRRC 2014 August Monthly ChallengeDuration: August 1, 2014 - August 31, 2014
10/10 Read
Challenge Complete 08.31.14
1. 'A' is for August: Border Princes by Dan Abnett, 08.10.14 ★★★
2. Member of the Month - Katharina: Swarm by B.V. Larsen, 08.17.14 ★★★
3. Geography - Sweden: Iced by Karen Marie Moning, 08.09.14 No Rating
4. Family Fun Month: The Guns of Avalon by Roger Zelazny, 08.30.14 ★★★★
5. Friendship Day: Cipher by Cindi Madsen, 08.07.14 ★★★★1/2
6. Left Handers' Day: The Mage in Black by Jaye Wells, 08.13.14 ★★★★
7. Relaxation Day: The Other Queen by Philippa Gregory, 08.18.14 ★★★★
8. National Thriftshop Day: Life's a Beach Then You Die by Falafel Jones, 08.03.14 ★★★
9. Romance Awareness Month: Home to Stay by Terri Osburn, 08.12.14 ★★★
10. Reader's Choice: Passage to Dawn by R.A. Salvatore, 08.31.14 ★★★★
2014 August Monthly ChallengeDuration: 01.08.14 - 31.08.14
10 out of 10 - COMPLETED!!
1. 'A' is for August
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2. Member of the Month - Katharina
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3. Geography - Sweden
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4. Family Fun Month
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5. Friendship Day (August 3)
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6. Left Handers' Day (August 13)
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7. Relaxation Day (August 15)
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8. National Thriftshop Day (August 17)
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9. Romance Awareness Month
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10. Reader's Choice
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Yay Sunshine, Joann and Laura!!
10/10 DONE1. 'A' is for August: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'
The Proud Italian - Alison Roberts (HMED #667 - May 2014) - Aug 42. Member of the Month - Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Here is the link to Katharina's shelves. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
Dirty Little Secrets - Mallory Kane (HI #1464 - Dec 2013) - Aug 253. Geography - Sweden: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Sweden.
Fun Facts about Sweden:
★ Sweden's flag is blue and gold and the country is often associated with blond hair and blue eyes.
★It is a constitutional monarchy and has a history associated with Vikings.
★ Sweden is a prosperous country and known for its universal healthcare.
So you may also read a book with a blue or gold cover or one that features a blond and/or blue eyed person on the cover. Also you may read a Viking book or one involving a monarchy. You may also choose a book with a very wealthy character or one involved in the medical profession.
Million-Dollar Maverick - Christine Rimmer (HSE #2341 -July 2014) (1 wealthy, 1 medical) - Aug 24. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings etc.
True Blue Cowboy - Marin Thomas (HAR #1509 - Aug 2014) (Cash Brothers) - Aug 25. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship or one recommended by a friend.
Traceless - HelenKay Dimon (HI #1498 - June 2014) (recommended by Paula ) - Aug 136. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example.
The Welcome Home Garden Club - Lori Wilde (Avon - Apr 2011) (missing left hand) - Aug 27. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation.
A SEAL's Seduction - Tawny Weber (HB #738 - Feb 2013) (forced time off) - Aug 168. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie!
Together - Linda Lael Miller (Harper Torch - Aug 1996) (library) - Aug 109. Romance Awareness Month: A month made just for us! Read a romance book of any genre.
Stormy Persuasion - Johanna Lindsay (Gallery Books - June2014) - Aug 1810. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
The Mighty Quinns: Rogan - Kate Hoffmann (HB #810 - Aug2014) - Aug 20
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8/10 Completed
01. 'A' is for August: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
More Than a Touchby Alexis Morgan 08/04/1402. Member of the Month ~ Katharina: Katharina has been a member of the RRRC since December 2010. Please read a book from any of Katharina's shelves, a book published in 2010 or a book published in December of any year.
Hard Lovin' Manby Lorraine Heath 08/18/1403. Geography ~ Sweden: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Sweden.
You may also read a book with a blue or gold cover or one that features a blond and/or blue eyed person on the cover. Also you may read a Viking book or one involving a monarchy. You may also choose a book with a very wealthy character or one involved in the medical profession.
The Handmaiden's Necklace by Kat Martin
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Baby, Come Home by Stephanie Bond
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The Mighty Quinns: Marcus by Kate Hoffmann
04. Family Fun Month: Read a book that involves family dynamics of some kind - children, parents, siblings etc.
Firesideby Susan Wiggs 08/16/1405. Friendship Day (August 3): Read a book that features friendship or one recommended by a friend.
The Escapeby Mary Balogh 08/14/1406. Left Handers' Day (August 13): Read a book about someone in the minority in some way or the odd man out - left handed, red headed, teacher in a family of business professionals, or newcomer in a small town for example.
When We Metby Susan Mallery 08/07/1407. Relaxation Day (August 15): Read a book where someone takes a vacation or a book you would read on a vacation.
Top Secret Twenty-Oneby Janet Evanovich 08/02/1408. National Thriftshop Day (August 17): Read a book that didn't cost you anything, either one you borrowed from the library or friend or was a freebie!
Before We Kissby Susan Mallery 08/09/1409. Romance Awareness Month: A month made just for us! Read a romance book of any genre.
The More I See You by Lynn Kurland
OR
Blackberry Summer by RaeAnne Thayne
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Wild Wolfby Jennifer Ashley 08/19/14