2018 August Monthly Challenge

[Stephanie]

August
Completed: 0/10

1. Adam Eden by Lizbeth Dusseau
2. Storm's Heart by Thea Harrison
3. Blood Assassin by Alexandra Ivy
4. Love Unscripted by Tina Reber
5. My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante (own - p)
6. Dirty by Kylie Scott
7. Princess of the Silver Woods by Jessica Day George
8. Cherish by Catherine Anderson
9. Dancing In The Moonlight by RaeAnne Thayne (nook)
10. Trust Me by Brenda Novak

[Brandi]

I’m in

[Beth]

My spot! Bring it on!

[MyzanM]

2018 August Monthly Challenge
0/10

1. 'A' is for August:

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA:

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy:

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month:

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1:

6. International Beer Day - August 3:

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11:

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18:

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26:

10. Reader's Choice:

[Susan]

4/10

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'.

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Hera was Queen of the Olympian gods. In the story of the Quest of the Golden Fleece, Hera was a gracious protector of the heroes. Hera had few, if any, redeeming qualities. She never forgot an injury.
★ Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
A Very Merry Princess - Susan Mallery (HQN - Nov 2017) - Aug 3

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Alexandra:
★ Alexandra grew up in the midwest with a love for reading, she was more interested in being an actress on Broadway than being a writer though.
★ She published her first novel in 2000.
★ She primarily writes Romantic Suspense, Paranormal and Erotic Romance. She also writes Historical Romance under the names Deborah Raleigh and Debbie Raleigh.
★ She is a five time RT Book Award Finalist.
★ Alexandra lives in Missouri with her husband and sons.

So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
The Sheik's Secret Bride - Susan Mallery (SSE #1331 - June 2000) - Aug 2

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
Second Chance Girl - Susan Mallery (HQN - Oct 2017) (animal preserve) - Aug 2

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.
Under the Wire - HelenKay Dimon (Avon - July 2016) - Aug 4

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


1 4 5 6 7 10

[Michele]

2018 August Monthly Challenge
9/10 complete

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'. - Penmort Castle by Kristen Ashley - 8/4/18

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses -
★ Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man. - A Reaper at the Gates by Sabaa Tahir - 8/8/18

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, You can also read any book shelved as or Romantic Suspense. Seven Years by Dannika Dark - 8/7/18

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face. The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang - 8/22/18

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story. It's You by Katy Regnery - 8/17/18

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book featuring blue collar workers. Own the Wind by Kristen Ashley - 8/16/18

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story. Alex by Sawyer Bennett - 8/13/18

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book with flowers on the cover. Shadowsong by S. Jae-Jones - 8/26/18

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character. War Storm by Victoria Aveyard - 8/19/18

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing! A Love Letter to Whiskey by Kandi Steiner - 8/6/18

[Bookchaser]

2018 August Monthly Challenge


I’m in! And I AM planning ahead. I’m obsessed.


1/10 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'.
Atone in Darkness by Alexis Morgan
OR
Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett
OR
Feels Like the First Time by Marina Adair
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ HERA: Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
Just Stop Me by Rosalind James
OR
The Winter King by C.L. Wilson
OR
Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.
So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs 08/03/18
04. Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

05. National Girlfriends Day (August 1): Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Cutting Loose by Susan Andersen
OR
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts
06. International Beer Day (August 3): Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.
Hometown Girl by Robin Kaye
OR
Shooter by Dahlia West
OR
Second Time Around by Nancy Herkness
OR
Sawdust and Mistletoe by Michelle Pennington
07. Son and Daughter Day (August 11): Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods
OR
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller
OR
It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann
OR
Simply Love by Mary Balogh
OR
Hot & Bothered by Susan Andersen
08. National Honey Bee Awareness Day (August 18): Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
Courting Carolina by Janet Chapman
OR
Wildflower Wedding by LuAnn McLane
OR
The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie
09. Women's Equality Day (August 26): Read a book with a strong female character.
The Heiress Effect by Courtney Milan
OR
Talk Me Down by Victoria Dahl
OR
Made for Us by Samantha Chase
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!


XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX

[Elaine]

Completed challenge ~ see post 48

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Congrats Speedy Elaine!!

PS - There is still time for more! =P

[Elaine]

MountainKat wrote: "Congrats Speedy Elaine!!

PS - There is still time for more! =P"

Thanks MountainKat. I have found one more, but will see if I can find more 😁

[Elaine]

Added one more book, but cannot find any others - so I finished this challenge with 7 books read.
I did enjoy it!!

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Well done Elaine!!

[Elaine]

MountainKat wrote: "Well done Elaine!!"

Thank you 😁

[Emily]

"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'.  Alien Mate by Eve Langlais 8.4
"

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Hera was Queen of the Olympian gods. In the story of the Quest of the Golden Fleece, Hera was a gracious protector of the heroes. Hera had few, if any, redeeming qualities. She never forgot an injury.
★ Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man. My Commander by Alanea Alder 8.1

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.
s Paranormal or Romantic Suspense Wildest Dream by Kristen Ashley 8.17

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.Mating Needs by Milly Taiden 8.11

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story. Surrendering by Ahren Sanders 8.6

"6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with characters who drink beer
Quit Your Pitchin by Lani Lynn Vale 8.4"

"7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Surviving by Ahren Sanders 8.8
"

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18:  Read a book where nature is part of the story Blackburn by Brynne Asher 8.19

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.Every Little Kiss by Susan Hatler 8.10

"10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing! Consolation by Corinne Michaels 8.10
"

[Susan]

5/10

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'.

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Hera was Queen of the Olympian gods. In the story of the Quest of the Golden Fleece, Hera was a gracious protector of the heroes. Hera had few, if any, redeeming qualities. She never forgot an injury.
★ Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
A Very Merry Princess - Susan Mallery (HQN - Nov 2017) - Aug 3

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Alexandra:
★ Alexandra grew up in the midwest with a love for reading, she was more interested in being an actress on Broadway than being a writer though.
★ She published her first novel in 2000.
★ She primarily writes Romantic Suspense, Paranormal and Erotic Romance. She also writes Historical Romance under the names Deborah Raleigh and Debbie Raleigh.
★ She is a five time RT Book Award Finalist.
★ Alexandra lives in Missouri with her husband and sons.

So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
The Sheik's Secret Bride - Susan Mallery (SSE #1331 - June 2000) - Aug 2

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
The Texas Cowboy's Triplets - Cathy Gillen Thacker (HWR#1693 - June 2018) - Aug 6

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
Second Chance Girl - Susan Mallery (HQN - Oct 2017) (animal preserve) - Aug 2

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.
Under the Wire - HelenKay Dimon (Avon - July 2016) - Aug 4

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


1 4 5 6 10

[Juana "Darkness"]

I’m in. I’ll do 1. 7. 10


August Monthly Challenge

1. August:

7. Son/ Daughter:

10. Readers Choice:

[Ethel]

2018 August Monthly Challenge

10/10 read

Done!

[2.8.] 1. 'A' is for August: This Is Going to Hurt: Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor by Adam Kay
[4.8.] 8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Blind Faith by N.R. Walker
[6.8.] 2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: When All the World Sleeps by Lisa Henry
[8.8.] 7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski
[10.8.] 3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Zero at the Bone by Jane Seville
[11.8.] 6. International Beer Day - August 3: Pet Sematary by Stephen King
[12.8.] 10. Reader's Choice: The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn
[13.8.] 9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Half the World by Joe Abercrombie
[18.8.] 4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Magic Breaks by Ilona Andrews
[25.8.] 5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Jahti by Jari Salonen

[Bookchaser]

2018 August Monthly Challenge


I’m in! And I AM planning ahead. I’m obsessed.


3/10 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'.
Atone in Darkness by Alexis Morgan
OR
Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett
OR
Feels Like the First Time by Marina Adair
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ HERA: Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
Just Stop Me by Rosalind James
OR
The Winter King by C.L. Wilson
OR
Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.
So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs 08/03/18
04. Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

05. National Girlfriends Day (August 1): Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Cutting Loose by Susan Andersen
OR
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts
06. International Beer Day (August 3): Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.
Hometown Girl by Robin Kaye
OR
Shooter by Dahlia West
OR
Second Time Around by Nancy Herkness
OR
Sawdust and Mistletoe by Michelle Pennington
07. Son and Daughter Day (August 11): Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller 08/06/18
08. National Honey Bee Awareness Day (August 18): Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie 08/07/18
09. Women's Equality Day (August 26): Read a book with a strong female character.
The Heiress Effect by Courtney Milan
OR
Talk Me Down by Victoria Dahl
OR
Made for Us by Samantha Chase
OR
Fire In His Spirit by Ruby Dixon
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods
OR
It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann


XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX

[Susan]

9/10

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'.

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Hera was Queen of the Olympian gods. In the story of the Quest of the Golden Fleece, Hera was a gracious protector of the heroes. Hera had few, if any, redeeming qualities. She never forgot an injury.
★ Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
A Very Merry Princess - Susan Mallery (HQN - Nov 2017) - Aug 3

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Alexandra:
★ Alexandra grew up in the midwest with a love for reading, she was more interested in being an actress on Broadway than being a writer though.
★ She published her first novel in 2000.
★ She primarily writes Romantic Suspense, Paranormal and Erotic Romance. She also writes Historical Romance under the names Deborah Raleigh and Debbie Raleigh.
★ She is a five time RT Book Award Finalist.
★ Alexandra lives in Missouri with her husband and sons.

So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
The Sheik's Secret Bride - Susan Mallery (SSE #1331 - June 2000) - Aug 2

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.
Seduce Me at Sunrise - Lisa Kleypas (St. Martins - Oct 2008) - Aug 9

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Christmas with the Marine - Candace Havens (HB #915 - Nov 2016) - Aug 12

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.
Sweet Home Cowboy - Marin Thomas (Tule - June 2017) (scenes in a bar) - Aug 8

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
The Texas Cowboy's Triplets - Cathy Gillen Thacker (HWR#1693 - June 2018) - Aug 6

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
Second Chance Girl - Susan Mallery (HQN - Oct 2017) (animal preserve) - Aug 2

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.
Under the Wire - HelenKay Dimon (Avon - July 2016) - Aug 4

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
Cavanaugh in the Rough - Marie Ferrarella (HRS #1931 - Feb 2017) - Aug 10


1

[Bookchaser]

2018 August Monthly Challenge


I’m in! And I AM planning ahead. I’m obsessed.


5/10 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'.
Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett 08/10/18
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ HERA: Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
Just Stop Me by Rosalind James
OR
The Winter King by C.L. Wilson
OR
Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.
So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs 08/03/18
04. Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

05. National Girlfriends Day (August 1): Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Cutting Loose by Susan Andersen
OR
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts
06. International Beer Day (August 3): Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.
Feels Like the First Time by Marina Adair 08/09/18
07. Son and Daughter Day (August 11): Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller 08/06/18
08. National Honey Bee Awareness Day (August 18): Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie 08/07/18
09. Women's Equality Day (August 26): Read a book with a strong female character.
The Heiress Effect by Courtney Milan
OR
Talk Me Down by Victoria Dahl
OR
Made for Us by Samantha Chase
OR
Fire In His Spirit by Ruby Dixon
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods
OR
It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann
OR
Atone in Darkness by Alexis Morgan


XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX

[Lizz (Beer, Books and Boos)]

2018 August Monthly Challenge
8/1-8/31
3/10

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.Revealed by P.C. Cast 8/10
6. Phantom Evil by Heather Graham 8/7
7. The Awakening / The Struggle by L.J. Smith 8/9
8.
9.
10.

[Georgina]

Finished on post #7

[Aminko]

August Monthly Challenge
August 1 - August 31, 2018

Read: 2/10

1. 'A' is for August: Accidentally Compromising the Duke by Stacy Reid

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Obsidian Liquor by Scarlett Dawn

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Burned by Darkness by Alexandra Ivy

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Kiss an Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips (6/8/2018)

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Rock Chick Renegade by Kristen Ashley

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Baby, It's Cold Outside by Helenkay Dimon

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Breaking Him by R.K. Lilley

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: The Substitute by Denise Grover Swank

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: The Mane Event by Shelly Laurenston

10. Reader's Choice: Kissing Max Holden by Katy Upperman (11/8/2018)

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Congrats Georgina!!

[[deleted user]]

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 Week in Paris

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Hera was Queen of the Olympian gods. In the story of the Quest of the Golden Fleece, Hera was a gracious protector of the heroes. Hera had few, if any, redeeming qualities. She never forgot an injury.
★ Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man. A Reaper at the Gates- currently reading

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Alexandra:
★ Alexandra grew up in the midwest with a love for reading, she was more interested in being an actress on Broadway than being a writer though.
★ She published her first novel in 2000.
★ She primarily writes Romantic Suspense, Paranormal and Erotic Romance. She also writes Historical Romance under the names Deborah Raleigh and Debbie Raleigh.
★ She is a five time RT Book Award Finalist.
★ Alexandra lives in Missouri with her husband and sons.

So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.- Riding the Flume

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.-

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

[Diane]

I need help ;). I read predominantly m/m reads and don’t get many girlfriends as part of the story. Friends of the mcs might pop up on occasion. So, can I get some recommendations please? And if they are KU or lendable that would be helpful.

Thanks ((h))

Diane

[Michaele]

Diane wrote: "I need help ;). I read predominantly m/m reads and don’t get many girlfriends as part of the story. Friends of the mcs might pop up on occasion. So, can I get some recommendations please? And if th..."

Diane - have you read Chase in Shadow? Chase has a girlfriend in the book - that could count?

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Diane, I was trying to go through my memory and I know that the main characters had girlfriends in several books. Remember you can define girlfriend however works for you! From romance, to a guy who has a friend who is a girl, to girls who are friends with each other.

Bear, Otter, and the Kid and Keeping Promise Rock would work, on the heavier side though. I know I've read more, but I'm drawing blanks on titles. I'm going to ask a friend who reads more MM than I do - hopefully she can help too!

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Diane wrote: "I need help ;). I read predominantly m/m reads and don’t get many girlfriends as part of the story. Friends of the mcs might pop up on occasion. So, can I get some recommendations please? And if th..."

Hi Diane - Here are books I've read recently that would qualify (and as MKat said, they can just be friends of the MCs :)

The Truth As He Knows It ~ MCs' brother has a girlfriend. KU
The Magpie Lord and series ~ MC Stephen is very close to his working partner who is female. Can't remember the details on the first story, but they are super-close by book 3. Great series.
His Quiet Agent ~ MC Arthur develops a close friendship with a fellow agent. She is a secondary character.
One Giant Leap ~ Both MCs have secondary character work collegues who are female. KU. (Loved this book)
Widdershins and rest of series ~ MC Whyborne's best friend is female. Great series!
Chaos Station ~ MCs racing to save their very close female friend.
Real Vampires Don't Sparkle ~ MC Quinn has a close friend who is female.
The Secrets in My Scowl ~ MC Wylde moves to a new area rec'd by his close friend who is female. Really enjoyed this one.
The Necromancer's Dance ~ MC Angel works with a fellow teacher who is female and they are very close. Great series. KU.
Strong Enough ~ MC Derek tries to date women (within the story) in denial about his orientation. KU.
All Kinds of Tied Down - MC Miro's closest friends from college are all girls and feature strongly in this series. Love this series.

[Lizz (Beer, Books and Boos)]

2018 August Monthly Challenge
8/1-8/31
4/10

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.Revealed by P.C. Cast 8/10
6. Phantom Evil by Heather Graham 8/7
7. The Awakening / The Struggle by L.J. Smith 8/9
8.
9.
10.The Fury / Dark Reunion by L.J. Smith 8/12

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Jane (PS) wrote: "Hi Diane - Here are books I've read recently that would qualify (and as MKat said, they can just be friends of the MCs :)"

Thanks Jane!

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Congrats J.C.!! That was fast!

[Diane]

Michaele wrote: "Diane wrote: "I need help ;). I read predominantly m/m reads and don’t get many girlfriends as part of the story. Friends of the mcs might pop up on occasion. So, can I get some recommendations ple..."

Thanks Michaele, I actually have this on audio!

[Diane]

MountainKat wrote: "Diane, I was trying to go through my memory and I know that the main characters had girlfriends in several books. Remember you can define girlfriend however works for you! From romance, to a guy wh..."

Thanks Kat!

[Michaele]

Diane wrote: "Michaele wrote: "Diane wrote: "I need help ;). I read predominantly m/m reads and don’t get many girlfriends as part of the story. Friends of the mcs might pop up on occasion. So, can I get some re..."

Let me know if you like it!

[JoAnne]

FINISHED
RRRC 2018 August Monthly Challenge
Read: 10/10

1. 'A' is for August: Read a book whose author's last name starts with 'A'.
Mulberry Moon Catherine Anderson 8/5/18

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA:
★ Read a book that has a jealous or vengeful character.
The Perfect Couple Elin Hilderbrand 8/2/18

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy.
Born in Blood Alexandra Ivy 8/10/18

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.
When We Found Home Susan Mallery 8/11/18

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Kiss Me, Kill Me Allison Brennan 8/2/18

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with characters who drink beer.
One Night of Trouble Elle Kennedy 8/4/18

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book with a child or children in the story.
Without a Trace Colleen Coble 8/6/18

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book where nature is part of the story.
Honey is the town's product and livelihood. Lucky Charmed Sharla Lovelace 8/9/18

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.
Easy Nights Kristen Proby 8/4/18

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
The Harder You Fall Gena Showalter 8/3/18

[Bookchaser]

2018 August Monthly Challenge


I’m in! And I AM planning ahead. I’m obsessed.


6/10 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'.
Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett 08/10/18
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ HERA: Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
The Winter King by C.L. Wilson
OR
Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.
So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs 08/03/18
04. Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

05. National Girlfriends Day (August 1): Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Cutting Loose by Susan Andersen
OR
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts
06. International Beer Day (August 3): Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.
Feels Like the First Time by Marina Adair 08/09/18
07. Son and Daughter Day (August 11): Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller 08/06/18
08. National Honey Bee Awareness Day (August 18): Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie 08/07/18
09. Women's Equality Day (August 26): Read a book with a strong female character.
Fire In His Spirit by Ruby Dixon 08/14/18
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods
OR
It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann
OR
Atone in Darkness by Alexis Morgan


XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Yay JoAnne!!

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

Completed!

2018 August Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️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'.

At Last by Jill Shalvis - 03/08/2018

✔️2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Hera was Queen of the Olympian gods. In the story of the Quest of the Golden Fleece, Hera was a gracious protector of the heroes. Hera had few, if any, redeeming qualities. She never forgot an injury.
★ Read a book that has royalty

Abducting Abby by S.E. Smith - 06/08/2018

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book that is shelved as Paranormal

Ambushing Ariel by S.E. Smith - 12/08/2018

✔️4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

Head Over Heels by Jill Shalvis - 02/08/2018

✔️5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.

Always on My Mind by Jill Shalvis - 05/08/2018

✔️6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with scenes in a bar

The Sweetest Thing by Jill Shalvis - 01/08/2018

✔️7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book with a child or children in the story.

Once in a Lifetime by Jill Shalvis - 05/08/2018

✔️8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book with flowers on the cover.

It Had to Be You by Jill Shalvis - 04/08/2018

✔️9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.

Tracking Trisha by S.E. Smith - 11/08/2018

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

Forever and a Day by Jill Shalvis - 04/08/2018

[Nicole]

All done! Thanks MountainKat :)

2018 August Monthly Challenge

10/10 completed

✓ 'A' is for August: Otherwise Engaged by Amanda Quick (12/08) ★★★

✓ Olympian Gods and Goddesses - HERA: Dear Aaron by Mariana Zapata (05/08) ★★

✓ Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Dark Witch by Nora Roberts (07/08) ★★★

✓ August is Admit You're Happy Month: Tangled by Emma Chase (05/08) ★★★

✓ National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Butterface by Avery Flynn (09/08) ★★★★

✓ International Beer Day - August 3: Cashmere and Camo by Erin Nicholas (02/08) ★★★

✓ Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Sincerely, Carter by Whitney G. (02/08) ★★★

✓ National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Timeless Honor by Amber Daulton (12/08) ★★★

✓ Women's Equality Day - August 26: Viable Threat by Julie Rowe (01/08) ★★★

✓ Reader's Choice: Bring on the Heat by Katie Rose (02/08) ★★★

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Woohoo Christine and Nicole!!

[Bookchaser]

2018 August Monthly Challenge


I’m in! And I AM planning ahead. I’m obsessed.


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'.
Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett 08/10/18
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ HERA: Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries 08/17/18
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.
So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs 08/03/18
04. Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.
It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann
OR
Atone in Darkness by Alexis Morgan
05. National Girlfriends Day (August 1): Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Cutting Loose by Susan Andersen
OR
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts
06. International Beer Day (August 3): Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.
Feels Like the First Time by Marina Adair 08/09/18
07. Son and Daughter Day (August 11): Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller 08/06/18
08. National Honey Bee Awareness Day (August 18): Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie 08/07/18
09. Women's Equality Day (August 26): Read a book with a strong female character.
Fire In His Spirit by Ruby Dixon 08/14/18
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods 08/19/19


XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX

[Krissy]

Finished!!


10/10 Completed

01. A Title: All the Ugly and Wonderful Things, 8/07 ★★★★
02. Royalty MC: The Solstice Prince, 8/16 ★★★
03. Pnr: The Werewolf Meets His Match, 8/12 ★★
04. Happy: Femme, 8/07 ★★★★
05. Girlfriends: Sparrow, 8/03 ★★★★
06. Drink Beer: Victim Zero, 8/07 ★★★
07. YA: Bridge to Terabithia, 8/06 ★★★
08. Flowers on Cover: Chasing Love, 8/04 ★★★
09. Strong Female MC: A Fistful of Charms, 8/06 ★★★
10. Bonus: The Year of Living Scandalously, 8/02 ★★★

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Woohoo Krissy!!

Sorry for the delay, RL took over for a bit.

[Sandra]

ALL DONE!

1. 'A' is for August - Anything for Love - Melissa Foster - 10 AUG
2. royalty - Temporarily His Princess - Olivia Gates - 7 AUG
3. Romantic Suspense - Hot as Sin - Bella Andre - 17 AUG
4. leaves a smile on your face - Every Time We Fall In Love - Bella Andre - 3 AUG
5. girlfriends as part of the story - Caramel Creme Killer - Summer Prescott - 20 AUG
6. blue collar worker - Wild Heat - Bella Andre (Fireman) - 15 AUG
7. tagged as NA - Body Games - Jessica Clare - 3 AUG
8. flowers on the cover - The Wedding - Debra Webb - 19 AUG
9. strong female character - Dark in Death - J.D. Robb - 16 AUG
10. Reader's Choice - Dangerous Ground - M.R. Rutter - 10 AUG

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Yay Sandra!!

[Bookchaser]

2018 August Monthly Challenge


I’m in! And I AM planning ahead. I’m obsessed.


9/10 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'.
Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett 08/10/18
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ HERA: Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man.
Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries 08/17/18
03. Featured Author Challenge ~ Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, or by any author with her first or last name.
So you may also read any book set in Missouri. You can also read any book published in 2000, or that is shelved as Paranormal or Romantic Suspense. Or you can read a book by her pseudonyms.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs 08/03/18
04. Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.
It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann
OR
Atone in Darkness by Alexis Morgan
05. National Girlfriends Day (August 1): Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.
Cutting Loose by Susan Andersen 08/21/18
06. International Beer Day (August 3): Read a book with characters who drink beer. Or read a book set in a bar, a book with scenes in a bar or a book featuring blue collar workers.
Feels Like the First Time by Marina Adair 08/09/18
07. Son and Daughter Day (August 11): Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story.
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller 08/06/18
08. National Honey Bee Awareness Day (August 18): Read a book where nature is part of the story or one with flowers on the cover.
The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie 08/07/18
09. Women's Equality Day (August 26): Read a book with a strong female character.
Fire In His Spirit by Ruby Dixon 08/14/18
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing!
A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods 08/19/19


XXX XXX XXX

[Kristen]

finished! post 12

[Michaele]

Finished!

10/10

2018 August Monthly Challenge

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'. Freckles, Amy Lane, 8/6

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses -
★ Read a book that has royalty, a jealous or vengeful character or one where a woman protects her man. Royally Screwed, Emma Chase, 8/6

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book by this month's Featured Author, Alexandra Ivy, You can also read any book shelved as or Romantic Suspense. Bewitched, Bothered, and Biscotti, Bailey Cates, 8/7

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face. Going Up, Amy Lane, 8/1

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story. A Little Bit of Spice, Georgia Beers, 8/2

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book featuring blue collar workers. There's This Guy, Rhys Ford, 8/7

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA, NA or a children's book. Or read a book with a child or children in the story. Boy Toy, Sarina Bowen 8/23

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Because we all need to be aware of honey bees! Read a book with flowers on the cover. From This Day Forward, Lauren Layne, 8/20

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character. Jed Had to Die, Tara Sivec, 8/3

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choosing! A Note in the Margin, Isabelle Rowan, 8/4

[Deanna]

Completed!

10/10

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'.

Tap Left by A. Zavarelli - 8/1/18

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Hera: Read a book that has royalty.

The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang - 8/17/18

3. Featured Author Challenge - Alexandra Ivy: Read a book that is shelved as Paranormal.

Spells & Death by Rachel Medhurst - 8/12/18

4. August is Admit You're Happy Month: Read a book that leaves a smile on your face.

Archangel's Enigma by Nalini Singh - 8/19/18

5. National Girlfriends Day - August 1: Read a book that features girlfriends as part of the story.

Undisclosed Desire by Linnea May - 8/4/18

6. International Beer Day - August 3: Read a book with scenes in a bar.

My Boyfriend's Dad by Amy Brent - 8/2/18

7. Son and Daughter Day - August 11: Read a book tagged as YA or read a book with a child or children in the story.

Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs - 8/23/18

8. National Honey Bee Awareness Day - August 18: Read a book where nature is part of the story.

Goldie's Surrender: An Adult Fairy Tale by Felicity Brandon - 8/9/18

9. Women's Equality Day - August 26: Read a book with a strong female character.

Wildfire by Ilona Andrews - 8/17/18

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

Violent Delights by Linnea May - 8/3/18