Things That Are Better in the Fall

[Meg]

I think I'm done! It was fun, as always; looking forward to the next one.

(P. S. Plz let me know if I skipped any.)

[Meg]

Congratulations all finishers and participants!

Happy holidays/Merry Christmas, everyone!!!

[Nell]

Good job Meg! You got them all.

[Helen]

I’ve added 6 more books at #29. Now I’m on holidays I’ll look for books on my unread shelves to fit the other categories.

[Linda]

I think I'm done with this challenge, once again surprising myself with how many I was able to do (20/21) without specifically looking for books that fit this challenge. You can see my challenge here

[Amanda A]

Finished, thanks for a fun challenge!

[Nell]

Congrats Linda and Amanda. Impressive!

[Kellene]

I'm suppose to finish tomorrow (per my start date), but I'm in the middle of listening to one book and reading another for this challenge. I'll go over by a week, but I'm going to get those two in.

[Marisa]

I have to update my challenge but it's poor (only 7 of 21), because I haven't been in a cozy mood lately. I think I'll do as with summer. I'll set the end and keep it open till I finish (if they don't cover any other challenge).

Thank you for the work, Nell, and I hope to get better results in the next one, if you set it.

[Kellene]

Calling this one done for me two days after the projected date. Finished 18 out of 21 books, so that's not bad. Thank you for setting up the challenge. It was a lot of fun.

[Nell]

Good job Kellene and Marisa!

Marisa - You can keep working on the challenge as long as you like. Any genre can be used for this one, not just cozies.

[Julesy]

Kellene wrote: "Calling this one done for me two days after the projected date. Finished 18 out of 21 books, so that's not bad. Thank you for setting up the challenge. It was a lot of fun."

Congratulations, Kellene! I'm in the same boat, finished 18/21. I'll finish another one today but my end date was Dec. 25th so I'll just include the book in the newer challenge. See message #20.

Onward to the New Year - New Challenge!

[Nell]

Julesy wrote: "I'll finish another one today but my end date was Dec. 25th so I'll just include the book in the new challenge...."

Julesy - The New Year challenge begins on January 1st. You may add any books you finish between now and the 31st to this challenge.

[Julesy]

Nell wrote: "Julesy wrote: "I'll finish another one today but my end date was Dec. 25th so I'll just include the book in the new challenge...."

Julesy - The New Year challenge begins on January 1st. You may ad..."

Oh yes, I forgot the New Year challenge starts Jan. 1st. Thanks for the reminder, Nell!

[Marisa]

Nell wrote: "Good job Kellene and Marisa!

Marisa - You can keep working on the challenge as long as you like. Any genre can be used for this one, not just cozies."

Thank you. If you can use something more for cozies, it would increase for sure :D Anyway, at this moment, I'm trying to stick to cozies (I don't know how much my resolution will last ;) )

[Helen]

Two more added at #28. Other books I’ve read don’t fit any categories. I may finish something else before the challenge time is up for me.

[Barbara]

Competed the challenge just under the wire (my end date was 1/5/19 and I finished the last book that evening). See message 16. Thank you for a fun challenge, and congratulations to all who have finished!

[Nell]

Good job Barbara. You got them all!

[Helen]

My last two books didn’t fit any of the remaining categories, so I’m moving on to the New Year challenge. I’ve read two thirds of the books for this one.

[Nell]

Congratulations Helen!

[Julie]

Tasks:

🍂 Fall is a magical season that is often overlooked.
Read a book that is set during Fall.
A Spook in the Stacks by Eva Gates

🍂 Travel is cheaper. Fall is one of the best times of the year to travel.
Read a book where the MC travels.
W is for Wasted by Sue Grafton
Plum Lucky by Janet Evanovich

🍂 Fall is known for pumpkin-spiced drinks and treats.
Read a book with the name of a spice in the title. (Can also use the name of a herb.)
A Diva Runs Out of Thyme by Krista Davis

🍂 The weather is milder. Not too hot, yet not too cold either.
Read a book with a weather word in the title or where the weather is a key part of the story (Tell us how.)
Reading Up a Storm by Eva Gates

🍂 It's prime partner finding time. People are more likely to get into a relationship during the fall.
Read a book where the MC has a love interest. (or two)
Turbo Twenty-three by Janet Evanovich

🍂 It's tailgating season. Fall marks the start of football season! So put on your favorite jersey and head to the game.
Read a book that has either the mascot or the colors of your favorite football team (college or pro) on the cover. Tell us which team.*
Green Bay Packers - Green and Gold / Yellow
Eleven on Top by Janet Evanovich
Top Secret Twenty-one by Janet Evanovich

🍂 TV is great. It's the best season for television with new series premieres.
Read a book that was made into a tv show or movie. (Any book in the series is OK.)
Strawberry Shortcake Murder (Murder, She Wrote) by Joanne Fluke

🍂 The foliage is stunning. Hues of fiery red, yellow and orange take over trees every autumn.
Read a book with a cover that is at least 50% red, yellow or orange.
The Quiche and the Dead by Kirsten Weiss

🍂 The holidays are around the corner. Fall brings you one step closer to the holiday season.
Read a book that is set during a holiday.
Twelve Dogs of Christmas by David Rosenfelt

🍂 It's back-to-school time. Parents rejoice that kids have someplace to be and students get excited to see their friends again.
Read a book where the MC is a student or a teacher or has school-aged child(ren).
Ghost and the Bogus Bestseller by Cleo Coyle

🍂 There's apple picking, homemade apple pie, cider doughnuts, and other treats.
Read a book with fruit on the cover.
Death by Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake by Sarah Graves

🍂 There's Thanksgiving. That means quality time with family, great shopping and, of course, a belly full of turkey.
Read a book where a family gathers for a meal.
Freezer I'll Shoot by Victoria Hamilton

🍂 The seasonal food is amazing. It's peak season for many fruits and vegetables. Fall may be the best time of year for food.
Read a book with food on the cover or with a scene at a restaurant.
Sprinkle with Murder by Jenn McKinlay

🍂 The chilly fall weather makes hot chocolate even more delicious.
Read a book with a hot beverage on the cover (ex: coffee, tea, hot chocolate).
Death by Coffee by Alex Erickson

🍂 It's a season of great festivals around the world like Oktoberfest, Diwali, Halloween and Dia de los Muertos.
Read a book in an international setting (not set in the US or UK*).
French Pastry Murder by Leslie Meier

🍂 It's prime shopping time with both Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Read a book you bought on sale or read an e-book.
Easter Bunny Mystery by Leslie Meier

🍂 It's campfire season. Fall is the perfect time to go camping with a cozy campfire and delicious s'mores.
Read a book with an outdoor nature scene on the cover or with a fire or fireplace on the cover.
Berried Secrets by Peg Cochran
Death of a Chimney Sweep by M. C. Beaton

🍂 Outdoor decorations make things more festive as people decorate their porches or hang wreaths on their doors.
Read a book with a porch and/or door on the cover.
Body on Baker Street by Vicki Delany

🍂 There are piles of leaves to jump in. The stunning foliage is not only beautiful but also fun to play in.
Read a book with leaves on the cover (on or off a tree).
Death of a Kingfisher by M. C. Beaton

🍂 There are pumpkin patches to visit and corn mazes to navigate.
Read a book where the MC visits a friend. Name the friend.*
Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich
"Ranger" - Ricardos Carlos Manoso

🍂 You can turn back time! Clocks "fall back" one hour to standard time in over 70 countries around the world.
Read a book with a clock on the cover or with a number in the title.
Two for the Dough by Janet Evanovich

[Nell]

Julie - Are you starting the challenge listing books you plan to read? Or are you posting the books you have read to complete the challenge?

[Julie]

Nell wrote: "Julie - Are you starting the challenge listing books you plan to read? Or are you posting the books you have read to complete the challenge?"

I read these books this year.

[Nell]

In that case - Congratulations on completing the challenge! 😊