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message 51: by Annvelwis (new)

Annvelwis | 671 comments 1/10

[image error] Kitty and the Midnight Hour (Kitty Norville, Book 1) by Carrie Vaughn Industrial Magic (Women of the Otherworld, #4) by Kelley Armstrong Extreme Exposure (I-Team Series, #1) by Pamela Clare Evermore (The Immortals, #1) by Alyson Noel Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie Force of Nature (Troubleshooters #11) by Suzanne Brockmann Love Bites (Argeneau #2) by Lynsay Sands

1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”
Succubus On Top by Richelle Mead
2. Birthday: Read a book from a September B-day celebrant.
Kitty and the Midnight Hour by Carrie Vaughn
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada
Industrial Magic by Kelley Armstrong
4. Editors and Writers Month: Read a book where a character is in the writing field
Extreme Exposure by Pamela Clare
5. Read a book written by a GR author.
Evermore by Alyson Noel
6. Labor Day: Read a book where a character is a blue-collar worker.
Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Read a book that focuses on the Hispanic culture, written by a Hispanic author, that has a Hispanic main character or set either in Spain or South America.
Force of Nature by Suzanne Brockmann 04-09 (I'm stretching it: Ric Alvarado is of Cuban descent, but he's American)
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Cover Search- Read a book with an animal on its cover.
Love Bites by Lynsay Sands
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction (not limited to Historical Romance) Read a book that takes place in some notable period of history
After the Kiss by Suzanne Enoch
10. Pick-it-for-Me Challenge.
Blue Bloods by Melissa de la Cruz (Tammy's recommendation)


message 52: by Jane(Janelba) (last edited Sep 15, 2009 04:57AM) (new)

Jane(Janelba) (janelba) | 769 comments Update 06/09/09 = 3/10 read

1. S for September": Standoff for love - Paty Jager
2. Birthday: Dancing in the moonlight (Colleen) - RaeAnne Thayne
3. Canada: The Case of the frozen diplomat -
4. Editor/Writer: The cat who said Cheese - Lilian Jackson Braun
5. GR Author: Hide in Plain Sight - Marta Perry
6. Blue-Collar Worker:The First Man You See (Accountant) - Debbie Macomber - 04/09/09
7. Spain: Dark Sunlight - Patricia Wilson - 06/09/09
8. Animal on Book Cover: Wild Magic - Tamora Pierce - 02/09/09
9. Historical Fiction/Romance: TBD
10.Group Shelf: Halfway to the Grave - Jeaniene Frost

Dancing In The Moonlight (Cowboys of Cold Creek, #2) (Silhouette Special Edition) by Raeanne Thayne Hide In Plain Sight (The Three Sisters Inn Series #1) (Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense) by Marta Perry The First Man You Meet (Mills & Boon 100th Birthday Collection) by Debbie Macomber Dark Sunlight (Postcards From Europe) (Harlequin Presents, No 1644) by Patricia Wilson Wild Magic (Immortals, #1) by Tamora Pierce [image error]



message 53: by Lori (new)

Lori  (moderatrixlori) 3 down...

Sunshine, Sex and Sunflowers (Sequel to Harvest Heat) by Carol Lynne Cattle Valley Mistletoe (Cattle Valley, #2) by Carol Lynne The Painted House by Drew Zachary Under My Skin by M.L. Rhodes The Curtis Reincarnation by Zathyn Priest Custom Ride by K.A. Mitchell Tripwire by Sean Michael Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael Bound to Him by Ava March Regularly Scheduled Life by K.A. Mitchell

1. September: Sunshine, Sex and Sunflowers by Carol Lynne
2. Birthday: Cattle Valley Mistletoe by Carol Lynne (Brenda)
3. Geography: The Painted House by Drew Zachary (Nova Scotia)
4. Editors and Writers Month: Under My Skin by M.L. Rhodes
5. Read a book written by a GR author: The Curtis Reincarnation by Zathyn Priest
6. Labor Day: Custom Ride by K.A. Mitchell (Auto Mechanic)
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Tripwire by Sean Michael (South America)
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael

Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael

9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction: Bound to Him by Ava March (London, England in the year 1822)
10. Read a book from our Group’s Bookshelf: Regularly Scheduled Life by K.A. Mitchell



message 54: by Michelle (new)

Michelle (michelle154) | 152 comments 1. S Book- The Stone Diaries by Carol Shields September 4th
2. Birthday- Living Dead in Dallas by Charlaine Harris(Colleen)
3. Geography Canada- Star Light, Star Bright by Naomi Horton
4. Editor/Writer- The Mark by Jason Pinter
5. GR Author- Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson
6. Labor Day- Club Dead by Charlaine Harris
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month- Delia's Gift by V.C. Andrews
8. World Animal Remembrance- Fools Rush In by Kristan Higgins
9. Historical Fiction- The Heretic's Daughter by Kathleen Kent September 2nd
10. Group bookshelf- The Host by Stephenie Meyer

Oops that is what I get for being new, I posted my list originally under the wrong topic. Sorry!!


message 55: by [deleted user] (new)

1. title starts with S - Stray by Rachel Vincent
2. Sept Bday shelf - Pleasure Unbound by Larissa Ione (Jael) 9/4
3. Canada - Blood Price by Tanya Huff (Canadian author)
4. Character in writing field - The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde (hero is a Special Operative in Literary Detection)
5. GR author - As Shadows Fade by Colleen Gleason 9/2
6. blue-collar worker - Moon Called by Patricia Briggs (heroine is a mechanic)
7. hispanic - Wraith by Phaedra Weldon (heroine is 1/2 Latina)
8. animal on cover - Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins (bird)
9. historical - When Twilight Burns by Colleen Gleason 9/1
10. Group's Bookshelf - Edge Of Hunger by Rhyannon Byrd



message 56: by Emily (last edited Sep 05, 2009 01:23AM) (new)

Emily 1. Title starts with S: Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson
2. September Bday Shelf: TBD
3. Canada: TBD
4. Character in writing field: Black Ice by Anne Stuart
5. GR author: Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin
6. Blue collar worker: TBD
7. Hispanic: TBD
8. Animal on the Cover: TBD
9. Historical: TBD
10. Pick it for me: Life Expectancy by Dean Koontz

3/10


message 57: by Mojca (last edited Sep 11, 2009 02:25AM) (new)

Mojca | 1414 comments 5/10 done (on Sept. 5, 2009)


1. "S" - Smokin' Six-Shooter by B.J. Daniels 09/01   review
2. B-day (Annie) - Epiphany by Rita Herron et al.
3. Canada - Mistletoe And Murder by Jenna Ryan 09/03   review
4. Sex-blogger - Beyond Seduction by Kathleen O'Reilly
5. GR author - Rich Man's Revenge by Tessa Radley 09/01   review
6. Labor Day - Men at Work by Karen Kendall et al. 09/04   review
7. Hispanic - My Spy by Marie Ferrarella
8. Animal on cover - Ghost Horse by Patricia Rosemoor
9. Historical fiction - The Concubine by Jade Lee
10. Group's Bookshelf - My Sexy Greek Summer by Marie Donovan 09/04   review


message 58: by Erin (new)

Erin Christmas | 57 comments 2 of 10 complete

1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”: Spire, Richard North Patterson 9/5/09
2. Birthday: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, Haddon, Mark(Jael)
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada: Murder My Suite, Daheim, M.
4. Editors and Writers Month: Censoring an Iranian Love Story
5. Read a book written by a GR author.:Vanished by Joseph Finder
6. Labor Day: Empire Falls, Richard Russo
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Silenced by Syrah, Michele Scott 9/1/09
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: The Phoenix Solution, Bugliosi, Vincent
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction: The Heretics Daughter, Kathleen Kent
10. Group Bookshelf: Flirting With Danger, Enoch Suzanne


message 59: by Mel W (new)

Mel W (melw) | 981 comments 2/10 Done

1. S for September - Scent of Darkness
2. September B'Day - Minion (Toni)
3. Canada - Bitten
4. Editors & Writers -
5. GR author - Mona Lisa Blossoming
6. Labour Day -
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month - Heart of Fire 3/9
8. Animal cover - Shadow of the Moon
9. Historical Fiction - Everything and the Moon 3/9
10. Group's bookshelf - Lover Eternal

Scent of Darkness (Darkness Chosen, Book 1) by Christina Dodd Minion (Vampire Huntress Legend, #1) by L.A. Banks Bitten (Women of the Otherworld, #1) by Kelley Armstrong Mona Lisa Blossoming (Monère, Book 2) by Sunny Heart of Fire by Linda Howard Shadow of the Moon (Moon series, Book 6) by Rebecca York Everything and the Moon (Everything, #1) by Julia Quinn Lover Eternal (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #2) by J.R. Ward


message 60: by BJ Rose (new)

BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments Two down: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen The Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton


1. Starts with 'S': (The) Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton Sept. 5
2. B-Day Shelf: Toni: Immortal in Death by J.D. Robb
3. Canada: A Lady's Secret by Jo Beverley
4. Character in writing field: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
5. GR author: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen Sept. 1
6. Blue-Collar Worker: Seaview Inn by Sherryl Woods
7. Hispanic: A Gift of Hope The Tony Melendez Story by Tony Melendez
8. Animal on Cover: Lair of the Lion by Christine Feehan
9. Historical Fiction: American Frontier: Ride The Fire by Pamela Clare
10. Group's Bookshelf: The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger




message 61: by Michelle (new)

Michelle (michelle154) | 152 comments 1. S Book- The Stone Diaries by Carol Shields September 4th
2. Birthday- Living Dead in Dallas by Charlaine Harris(Colleen)
3. Geography Canada- Star Light, Star Bright by Naomi Horton
4. Editor/Writer- The Mark by Jason Pinter
5. GR Author- Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson September 5th
6. Labor Day- Club Dead by Charlaine Harris
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month- Delia's Gift by V.C. Andrews
8. World Animal Remembrance- Fools Rush In by Kristan Higgins
9. Historical Fiction- The Heretic's Daughter by Kathleen Kent September 2nd
10. Group bookshelf- The Host by Stephenie Meyer



message 62: by Nikki ♥ (new)

Nikki ♥ 1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”

2. Birthday: Read a book from a September B-day celebrant.
Bloodfever by Karen Marie Moning Jessi's shelf.
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada

4. Editors and Writers Month: Read a book where a character is in the writing field (author, writer, journalist, publisher, editor, etc)

5. Read a book written by a GR author. (This has been requested several times so I thought I’ll bring this category back) When done, send a brief pm of appreciation to the writer.

6. Labor Day: Read a book where a character is a blue-collar worker.

7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Read a book that focuses on the Hispanic culture, written by a Hispanic author, that has a Hispanic main character or set either in Spain or South America.

8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Cover Search- Read a book with an animal on its cover. On the Way to the Wedding by Julia Quinn
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction (not limited to Historical Romance) Read a book that takes place in some notable period of history

10. Read a book from our Group’s Bookshelf or if you joined the Pick-it-for-Me Challenge, your recommended book.
Bloodfever (Fever, #2) by Karen Marie Moning On the Way to the Wedding (Bridgertons, #8) by Julia Quinn


message 63: by Erin (last edited Sep 07, 2009 10:33PM) (new)

Erin Christmas | 57 comments 3 of 10 completed

1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”: Spire, Richard North Patterson 9/5/09
2. Birthday: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, Haddon, Mark(Jael) 9/6/09
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada: Murder My Suite, Daheim, M.
4. Editors and Writers Month: Censoring an Iranian Love Story
5. Read a book written by a GR author.:Vanished by Joseph Finder
6. Labor Day: LA Requim, Robert Crais (main character a PI)
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Silenced by Syrah, Michele Scott 9/1/09
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: The Phoenix Solution, Bugliosi, Vincent
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction: The Heretics Daughter, Kathleen Kent
10. Group Bookshelf: Flirting With Danger, Enoch Suzanne


message 64: by southpaw285 (last edited Sep 14, 2009 12:29PM) (new)

southpaw285 | 588 comments September Monthly Challenge:

Update as of 09.06.09:

6/8 completed


1. September: Sweet Talk by Susan Mallery 09.05.09
2. September B-day: Talk of the Town by Sherrill Bodine Brenda 09.07.09
3. Canada:My Lady Notorious by Jo Beverley 09.13.09
4. Editors and Writers Month:
5. GR Author: You Send Me by Toni Blake 09.14.09
6. Labor Day: Dare To Love by Jaci Burton construction 09.01.09
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month:
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Lawman by Diana Palmer 09.04.09
9. Historical Fiction: Innocent Traitor: A Novel Of Lady Jane Grey by Alison Weir
10.Pick-it-for-Me: The Luxe by Anna Godbersen


message 65: by Mel W (new)

Mel W (melw) | 981 comments Update - September 6

So far we have 32 participants.

Sallie
Kasia
Lori - 3 books read
Mel - 2 books read
Lindy-Lane
Erin - 3 books read
Shanna
southpaw285 - 3 books read
Nikki - 2 books read
Melissa - 1 book read
Toni
Barbara
Sharon
Yz
BJ Rose - 2 books read
Brenda (b) - 1 book read
LibraryLass - 2 books read
Alathea - 5 books read
Brandy
Jan - 3 books read
Kenjii
Annvelwis - 1 book read
Julie (Mom2lnb)


The following have signed up since the last update:

Lu
Jane - 2 books read
Amanda
Amy
Shannon - 1 book read
Shazzy
Michelle - 3 books read
Annie
Emily - 3 books read


Group's running total: 37 books read.

No participants have completed all ten categories yet.

Signing up will remain open throughout the entire month.

Note: For ease of tracking, please repost your official list with your progress after every update. Striking out the title and/or a finished date after the book's name will be best.

Also, if you haven't posted your challenge books in the group's bookshelf, please feel free to do so.

Next update will be September 11.

Happy reading, everyone!



message 66: by Yz the Whyz, Moderator (new)

Yz the Whyz (whyz) | 9327 comments RRR September Monthly Challenge List:

1. "S" book - Skin Trade by Laurell K. Hamilton
2. B-day Book - Chesapeake Blue by Nora Roberts (Brenda's bookshelf)
3. Geography (Canada) - Dime Store Magic by Kelley Armstrong
4. Editor/Writer - Succubus On Top by Richelle Meade (Seth is a writer)
5. GR Author - Desire Unchained by Larissa Ione
6. Blue-Collar - Bone Crossed by Patricia Briggs (Mercy is a mechanic)
7. Hispanic - Of Love and Shadows by Isabel Allende
8. Cover Hunt (Animal) - Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
9. Historical Fiction: A Passion for Him by Sylvia Day
10. Pick-It-For-Me book: I Am the Messenger by Markus Zusak (chosen by Annie)


message 67: by Wendy (last edited Sep 10, 2009 12:59AM) (new)

Wendy (wendyfraser65) | 772 comments RRRC's September challenge:


1. “S” title...
Storm Cycle by Iris Johansen
2. September B'day shelf...
The dark Highlander by Karen Marie Moning (Jael's shelf)
3. Canadian author, character or setting...
4. Theme - writing...
5. GR author...
Evermore by Alyson Noel
6. Character - blue collar worker...
7. Hispanic author, character or setting...
[Book: Cry no more] by Linda Howard
8. Cover - animal...
9. Explore-a-Genre - Historical...
10. Pick-it-for-Me Challenge...

The Dark Highlander (Highlander, #5) by Karen Marie Moning Cry No More by Linda Howard Storm Cycle by Iris Johansen Evermore (The Immortals, #1) by Alyson Noel

4/10


message 68: by Toni (last edited Sep 08, 2009 07:05AM) (new)

Toni | 255 comments Update 1/5

1. Starts with "S" - Salvation in Death - J.D. Robb
5. GR author - The Graveyard Book - Neil Gaiman
6. Blue Collar worker - Everyday Average Jones - Suzanne Brockmann
8. Animal on cover - Moo - Jane Smiley
9. Historical Fiction - The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Mary Ann Shaffer 9/8

Moo by Jane Smiley


message 69: by Lori (new)

Lori  (moderatrixlori) 4 down...

Sunshine, Sex and Sunflowers (Sequel to Harvest Heat) by Carol Lynne Cattle Valley Mistletoe (Cattle Valley, #2) by Carol Lynne The Painted House by Drew Zachary Under My Skin by M.L. Rhodes The Curtis Reincarnation by Zathyn Priest Custom Ride by K.A. Mitchell Tripwire by Sean Michael Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael Bound to Him by Ava March Regularly Scheduled Life by K.A. Mitchell

1. September: Sunshine, Sex and Sunflowers by Carol Lynne
2. Birthday: Cattle Valley Mistletoe by Carol Lynne (Brenda)
3. Geography: The Painted House by Drew Zachary (Nova Scotia)
4. Editors and Writers Month: Under My Skin by M.L. Rhodes
5. Read a book written by a GR author: The Curtis Reincarnation by Zathyn Priest***FABULOUS BOOK***
6. Labor Day: Custom Ride by K.A. Mitchell (Auto Mechanic)
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Tripwire by Sean Michael (South America)
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael

Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael

9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction: Bound to Him by Ava March (London, England in the year 1822)
10. Read a book from our Group’s Bookshelf: Regularly Scheduled Life by K.A. Mitchell



message 70: by BJ Rose (new)

BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments 3/10: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen The Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton The Runaway McBride by Elizabeth Thornton


1. Starts with 'S': (The) Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton Sept. 5 3.5***
2. B-Day Shelf: Toni: Immortal in Death by J.D. Robb
3. Canada: A Lady's Secret by Jo Beverley
4. Character in writing field: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
5. GR author: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen Sept. 1 4****
6. Blue-Collar Worker: Seaview Inn by Sherryl Woods
7. Hispanic: A Gift of Hope The Tony Melendez Story by Tony Melendez
8. Animal on Cover: Lair of the Lion by Christine Feehan
9. Historical Fiction: England in Victorian times: The Runaway McBride by Elizabeth Thornton Sept. 8 4****
10. Group's Bookshelf: The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger




message 71: by Laura (last edited Sep 10, 2009 05:26PM) (new)

Laura 1.S book title - Sex and the Single Vampire - Katie MacAlister
2. Sept. birthday - Jacob - Jacquelyn Frank (Jael)
3. Canada -
4. Writing field - Eternal Craving - Nina Bangs 9/6
5. GR author - Redemption Alley - Lilith Saintcrow
6. Blue collar -
7. Hispanic - Darkness Everlasting - Alexandra Ivy 9/9
8. Animal cover - Hunting Ground (Alpha & Omega, #2) by Patricia Briggs Hunting Ground - Patricia Briggs 9/4
9. Historical -
10. Group's bookshelf - Scent of Darkness - Christina Dodd


message 72: by [deleted user] (new)

1. title starts with S - Stray by Rachel Vincent
2. Sept Bday shelf - Pleasure Unbound by Larissa Ione (Jael) 9/4
3. Canada - Blood Price by Tanya Huff (Canadian author)
4. Character in writing field - The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde (hero is a Special Operative in Literary Detection)
5. GR author - As Shadows Fade by Colleen Gleason 9/2
6. blue-collar worker - Moon Called by Patricia Briggs (heroine is a mechanic)
7. hispanic - Wraith by Phaedra Weldon (heroine is 1/2 Latina)
8. animal on cover - Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins (bird) 9/9
9. historical - When Twilight Burns by Colleen Gleason 9/1
10. Group's Bookshelf - Angels' Blood by Nalini Singh 9/8



message 73: by Michelle (new)

Michelle (michelle154) | 152 comments 1. S Book- The Stone Diaries by Carol Shields September 4th
2. Birthday- Living Dead in Dallas by Charlaine Harris(Colleen) September 9th
3. Geography Canada- Star Light, Star Bright by Naomi Horton
4. Editor/Writer- The Mark by Jason Pinter
5. GR Author- Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson September 5th
6. Labor Day- Club Dead by Charlaine Harris
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month- Delia's Gift by V.C. Andrews
8. World Animal Remembrance- Fools Rush In by Kristan Higgins
9. Historical Fiction- The Heretic's Daughter by Kathleen Kent September 2nd
10. Group bookshelf- The Host by Stephenie Meyer



message 74: by Julianna (new)

Julianna (authorjuliannad) | 1888 comments Update 9/9
1. September: Read a book which title starts with "S"
Susannah, A Lawyer: From Tragedy to Triumph by Ruth Rymer (9/8)

Completed 1/10
Susannah, A Lawyer - From Tragedy to Triumph by Ruth Rymer


message 75: by Nikki ♥ (new)

Nikki ♥ 1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”

2. Birthday: Read a book from a September B-day celebrant.
Bloodfever by Karen Marie Moning Jessi's shelf.
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada

4. Editors and Writers Month: Read a book where a character is in the writing field (author, writer, journalist, publisher, editor, etc)

5. Read a book written by a GR author. (This has been requested several times so I thought I’ll bring this category back) When done, send a brief pm of appreciation to the writer.

6. Labor Day: Read a book where a character is a blue-collar worker.

7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Read a book that focuses on the Hispanic culture, written by a Hispanic author, that has a Hispanic main character or set either in Spain or South America.

8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Cover Search- Read a book with an animal on its cover. On the Way to the Wedding by Julia Quinn
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction (not limited to Historical Romance) Read a book that takes place in some notable period of history

10. Read a book from our Group’s Bookshelf or if you joined the Pick-it-for-Me Challenge, your recommended book.Faefever by Karen Marie Moning

Bloodfever (Fever, #2) by Karen Marie Moning On the Way to the Wedding (Bridgertons, #8) by Julia Quinn Faefever (Fever, #3) by Karen Marie Moning


message 76: by Emily (new)

Emily 1. Title starts with S: Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson
2. September Bday Shelf: TBD
3. Canada: TBD
4. Character in writing field: Black Ice by Anne Stuart
5. GR author: Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin
6. Blue collar worker: TBD
7. Hispanic: TBD
8. Animal on the Cover: TBD
9. Historical: TBD
10. Pick it for me: Life Expectancy by Dean Koontz

4/10



message 77: by Mel W (new)

Mel W (melw) | 981 comments 3/10 Done - Sept 10

1. S for September - Scent of Darkness 10/9
2. September B'Day - Minion (Toni)
3. Canada - Bitten
4. Editors & Writers -
5. GR author - Mona Lisa Blossoming
6. Labour Day -
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month - Heart of Fire 3/9
8. Animal cover - Shadow of the Moon
9. Historical Fiction - Everything and the Moon 3/9
10. Group's bookshelf - Lover Eternal

Scent of Darkness (Darkness Chosen, Book 1) by Christina Dodd Minion (Vampire Huntress Legend, #1) by L.A. Banks Bitten (Women of the Otherworld, #1) by Kelley Armstrong Mona Lisa Blossoming (Monère, Book 2) by Sunny Heart of Fire by Linda Howard Shadow of the Moon (Moon series, Book 6) by Rebecca York Everything and the Moon (Everything, #1) by Julia Quinn Lover Eternal (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #2) by J.R. Ward


message 78: by Erin (last edited Sep 10, 2009 09:20PM) (new)

Erin Christmas | 57 comments 4 of 10 completed...I am making some changes as I go and find that some of the books I choose have not been good!

1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”: Spire, Richard North Patterson 9/5/09
2. Birthday: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, Haddon, Mark(Jael) 9/6/09
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada: Murder My Suite, Daheim, M.
4. Editors and Writers Month: Censoring an Iranian Love Story
5. Read a book written by a GR author.:Vanished by Joseph Finder
6. Labor Day: LA Requim, Robert Crais (main character a PI) 9/10/09
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Silenced by Syrah, Michele Scott 9/1/09
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: The Help
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction: The Heretics Daughter, Kathleen Kent
10. Group Bookshelf: Flirting With Danger, Enoch Suzanne


message 79: by Annvelwis (last edited Sep 12, 2009 05:46AM) (new)

Annvelwis | 671 comments 3/10

[image error] Kitty and the Midnight Hour (Kitty Norville, Book 1) by Carrie Vaughn Industrial Magic (Women of the Otherworld, #4) by Kelley Armstrong Extreme Exposure (I-Team Series, #1) by Pamela Clare Evermore (The Immortals, #1) by Alyson Noel Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie Force of Nature (Troubleshooters #11) by Suzanne Brockmann Love Bites (Argeneau #2) by Lynsay Sands

1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”
Succubus On Top by Richelle Mead
2. Birthday: Read a book from a September B-day celebrant.
Kitty and the Midnight Hour by Carrie Vaughn
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada
Industrial Magic by Kelley Armstrong 10-09
4. Editors and Writers Month: Read a book where a character is in the writing field
Extreme Exposure by Pamela Clare 12-09
5. Read a book written by a GR author.
Evermore by Alyson Noel
6. Labor Day: Read a book where a character is a blue-collar worker.
Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Read a book that focuses on the Hispanic culture, written by a Hispanic author, that has a Hispanic main character or set either in Spain or South America.
Force of Nature by Suzanne Brockmann 04-09 (I'm stretching it: Ric Alvarado is of Cuban descent, but he's American)
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Cover Search- Read a book with an animal on its cover.
Love Bites by Lynsay Sands
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction (not limited to Historical Romance) Read a book that takes place in some notable period of history
After the Kiss by Suzanne Enoch
10. Pick-it-for-Me Challenge.
Blue Bloods by Melissa de la Cruz (Tammy's recommendation)


message 80: by Mojca (new)

Mojca | 1414 comments 10/10 done (on Sept. 11, 2009)


1. "S" - Smokin' Six-Shooter by B.J. Daniels 09/01   review
2. B-day (Annie) - Epiphany by Rita Herron et al. 09/09   review
3. Canada - Mistletoe And Murder by Jenna Ryan 09/03   review
4. Sex-blogger - Beyond Seduction by Kathleen O'Reilly 09/08   review
5. GR author - Rich Man's Revenge by Tessa Radley 09/01   review
6. Labor Day - Men at Work by Karen Kendall et al. 09/04   review
7. Hispanic - My Spy by Marie Ferrarella 09/10   review
8. Animal on cover - Ghost Horse by Patricia Rosemoor 09/07   review
9. Historical fiction - The Concubine by Jade Lee 09/10   review
10. Group's Bookshelf - My Sexy Greek Summer by Marie Donovan 09/04   review

Smokin' Six-Shooter (Whitehorse, Montana The Corbetts #4) (Harlequin Intrigue #1155) by B.J. Daniels Epiphany (3 In One) (Harlequin Intrigue #879) by Rita Herron Mistletoe and Murder (Harlequin Intrigue #1027) by Jenna Ryan Beyond Seduction (The Red Choo Diaries) (Harlequin Blaze #321) by Kathleen O'Reilly Rich Man's Revenge (Silhouette Desire #1806) by Tessa Radley Men at Work (Harlequin Blaze #333) (Through the Roof; Taking His Measure Watching It Go Up) by Karen Kendall My Spy (Silhouette Intimate Moments) by Marie Ferrarella Ghost Horse (Eclipse) (Harlequin Intrigue #858) by Patricia Rosemoor The Concubine (Blaze Historicals #2) (Harlequin Blaze #449) by Jade Lee My Sexy Greek Summer (Harlequin Blaze, #470) by Marie Donovan


message 81: by Kasia (new)

Kasia Oh wow, you're done! And so soon! I'm impressed. Congrats Alathea!


message 82: by Mojca (new)

Mojca | 1414 comments Thanks, I had a bit more spare time, so I read. ;)


message 83: by Mel W (new)

Mel W (melw) | 981 comments Just filling in some blanks :)

1. S for September - Scent of Darkness 10/9
2. September B'Day - Minion (Toni)
3. Canada - Bitten
4. Editors & Writers - Midnight Rising by Lara Adrian (Heroine is a journalist)
5. GR author - Mona Lisa Blossoming
6. Labour Day -
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month - Heart of Fire 3/9
8. Animal cover - Shadow of the Moon
9. Historical Fiction - Everything and the Moon 3/9
10. Group's bookshelf - Lover Eternal

Scent of Darkness (Darkness Chosen, Book 1) by Christina Dodd Minion (Vampire Huntress Legend, #1) by L.A. Banks Bitten (Women of the Otherworld, #1) by Kelley Armstrong Midnight Rising (Midnight Breed, #4) by Lara Adrian Mona Lisa Blossoming (Monère, Book 2) by Sunny Heart of Fire by Linda Howard Shadow of the Moon (Moon, #6) by Rebecca York Everything and the Moon (Everything, #1) by Julia Quinn Lover Eternal (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #2) by J.R. Ward


message 84: by Mel W (new)

Mel W (melw) | 981 comments Alathea wrote: "Thanks, I had a bit more spare time, so I read. ;)"

Congratulations, Alathea!


message 85: by Melissa (new)

Melissa | 1245 comments 2/10 Completed


1. Starts with S: Summon the Keeper by Tanya Huff
2. Sept B-Day (Jael): Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr
3. Canada: The Enchantment Emporium by Tanya Huff*
4. Bookstore owner: Tall, Dark & Dead by Tate Hallaway
5. GoodReads author: My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison
6. Blue Collar: Lucia, Lucia by Adriana Trigiani* * * * *
7. Hispanic: City of the Beasts by Isabel Allende
8. Animal cover: Hunting Ground by Patricia Briggs
9. Historical: Water Song A Retelling of "The Frog Prince" by Suzanne Weyn
10. Pick-it-for-me: It Had to Be You by Susan Elizabeth Phillips


message 86: by Mojca (new)

Mojca | 1414 comments Mel wrote: "Congratulations, Alathea!"

Thanks, Mel.




message 87: by Amanda (last edited Sep 12, 2009 06:10PM) (new)

Amanda (thehopelessbibliophile) | 201 comments This list keeps changing!

read 6 / 10 as of September 12th

1. Storm Born by Richelle Mead
2. Angels' Blood by Nalini Singh (Colleen)
3. Exit Strategy by Kelley Armstrong
4. Living with the Dead by Kelley Armstrong
5. The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman

6. Moon Called by Patricia Briggs
7. Stray by Rachel Vincent
8. The Hob's Bargain by Patricia Briggs
9. Chasing Midnight by Susan Krinard

10. In the Blood by Adrian Phoenix

[image error] Angels' Blood (Guild Hunter, Book 1) Exit Strategy (Nadia Stafford, #1) Living with the Dead (Women of the Otherworld, #9) [image error] Moon Called (Mercedes Thompson, #1) Stray (Shifters, #1) The Hob's Bargain Chasing Midnight In the Blood (The Maker's Song, #2)


message 88: by Mel W (new)

Mel W (melw) | 981 comments Update - September 11

So far we have 33 participants.

Sallie
Kasia
Lori - 4 books read
Mel - 3 books read
Lindy-Lane
Erin - 4 books read
Shanna
southpaw285 - 4 books read
Nikki - 3 books read
Melissa - 2 books read
Toni - 1 book read
Barbara
Sharon
Yz - 1 book read
BJ Rose - 3 books read
Brenda (b) - 4 books read
LibraryLass - 4 books read
Alathea - 10 books read - Challenge complete! Congratulations!
Brandy
Jan - 5 books read
Kenjii
Annvelwis - 3 books read
Julie (Mom2lnb) - 1 book read
Lu
Jane - 2 books read
Amanda
Amy
Shannon - 1 book read
Shazzy
Michelle - 4 books read
Annie
Emily - 4 books read


The following have signed up since the last update:

Laura - 3 books read

Group's running total: 66 books read.

We have had one participant complete all ten categories.

Signing up will remain open throughout the entire month.

Note: For ease of tracking, please repost your official list with your progress after every update. Striking out the title and/or a finished date after the book's name will be best.

Also, if you haven't posted your challenge books in the group's bookshelf, please feel free to do so.

Next update will be September 16.

Happy reading, everyone!



message 89: by Shannon (new)

Shannon (theholyterror) | 303 comments 2 DOWN, 8 TO GO!

1. September: Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater
2. Birthday: Storm Born by Richelle Mead (Jessi's Shelf) - 9/4 - ★ ★ ★ ★
3. Geography: Breath of Fire by Tammy Kane (Canadian Author)
4. Editors and Writers Month: Succubus Heat by Richelle Mead
5. Read a book written by a GR author: Ink Exchange by Melissa Marr
6. Labor Day: Moon Called by Patricia Briggs (Mercy is a mechanic) - 9/12 - ★ ★ ★ ★
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Silence by Shusaku Endo (if Portuguese characters are allowed)
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: The Hob's Bargain by Patricia Briggs
9. Explore a Genre - Historical Fiction: The Calligrapher's Daughter by Eugenia Kim
10. Book from our Group’s Bookshelf: The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger

READ
[image error] Moon Called (Mercedes Thompson, #1) by Patricia Briggs

TO READ
Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater Breath of Fire by Tammy Kane [image error] Ink Exchange (Wicked Lovely, #2) by Melissa Marr [image error] The Hob's Bargain by Patricia Briggs [image error] [image error]

ALSO READ
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message 90: by ஐ Katya (Book Queen)ஐ (last edited Sep 13, 2009 07:26PM) (new)

ஐ Katya (Book Queen)ஐ (katyabookqueen) September Monthly Challenge
7/10

1. "S" Title - Standoff for Love by Paty Jager 9/13/09
2. B-Day Shelf - James Potter and the Hall of Elders' Crossing by G. Norman Lippert (Toni's shelf)
3. Canada - The Case of the Frozen Diplomat by Tim Heald 9/13/09
4. Writer - Unexpected Beauty by Misty Simon 9/13/09
5. GR author - Lost Things by G. Norman Lippert 9/12/09
6. Blue-collar - Finding Fate by Viola Estrella 9/13/09
7. Hispanic - The Alibi by Isaac Asimov 9/13/09
8. Cover Search: Animal - Do Penguins Have Knees? An Imponderables' Book by David Feldman
Do Penguins Have Knees? And Even More Imponderables by David Feldman
9. Historical - Rose Wars by Amy Corwin 9/13/09
10. Group's shelf -



message 91: by Wendy (last edited Sep 16, 2009 05:13AM) (new)

Wendy (wendyfraser65) | 772 comments RRRC's September challenge:


1. “S” title...
Storm Cycle by Iris Johansen
2. September B'day shelf...
The dark Highlander by Karen Marie Moning (Jael's shelf)
3. Canadian author, character or setting...
-
4. Theme - writing...
The Reformed Vampire Support Group by Catherine Jinks (Nina the vampire writes vampire books)
5. GR author...
Evermore by Alyson Noel
6. Character - blue collar worker...
Black Hills by Nora Roberts(Coop is an ex-cop/rancher)
7. Hispanic author, character or setting...
[Book: Cry no more] by Linda Howard
8. Cover - animal...
-
9. Explore-a-Genre - Historical...
-
10. Pick-it-for-Me Challenge...
Moon Called by Patricia Briggs (Yz's fantastic pick)

The Dark Highlander (Highlander, #5) by Karen Marie Moning Cry No More by Linda Howard Storm Cycle by Iris Johansen Evermore (The Immortals, #1) by Alyson Noel The Reformed Vampire Support Group by Catherine Jinks Black Hills by Nora Roberts Moon Called (Mercedes Thompson, #1) by Patricia Briggs

7/10


message 92: by Annvelwis (last edited Sep 16, 2009 01:14PM) (new)

Annvelwis | 671 comments 6/10

[image error] Kitty and the Midnight Hour (Kitty Norville, Book 1) by Carrie Vaughn Industrial Magic (Women of the Otherworld, #4) by Kelley Armstrong Extreme Exposure (I-Team, #1) by Pamela Clare Evermore (The Immortals, #1) by Alyson Noel Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie Force of Nature (Troubleshooters #11) by Suzanne Brockmann Love Bites (Argeneau #2) by Lynsay Sands

1. September: Read a book which title starts with “S”
Succubus On Top by Richelle Mead 15-09
2. Birthday: Read a book from a September B-day celebrant.
Kitty and the Midnight Hour by Carrie Vaughn
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Canada
Industrial Magic by Kelley Armstrong 10-09
4. Editors and Writers Month: Read a book where a character is in the writing field
Extreme Exposure by Pamela Clare 12-09
5. Read a book written by a GR author.
Evermore by Alyson Noel
6. Labor Day: Read a book where a character is a blue-collar worker.
Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie 16-09
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Read a book that focuses on the Hispanic culture, written by a Hispanic author, that has a Hispanic main character or set either in Spain or South America.
Force of Nature by Suzanne Brockmann 04-09 (I'm stretching it: Ric Alvarado is of Cuban descent, but he's American)
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Cover Search- Read a book with an animal on its cover.
Love Bites by Lynsay Sands 13-09
9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction (not limited to Historical Romance) Read a book that takes place in some notable period of history
After the Kiss by Suzanne Enoch
10. Pick-it-for-Me Challenge.
Blue Bloods by Melissa de la Cruz (Tammy's recommendation)


message 93: by BJ Rose (new)

BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments 4/10: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen The Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton The Runaway McBride by Elizabeth Thornton A Gift of Hope The Tony Melendez Story by Tony Melendez


1. Starts with 'S': (The) Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton Sept. 5 3.5***
2. B-Day Shelf: Toni: Immortal in Death by J.D. Robb
3. Canada: A Lady's Secret by Jo Beverley
4. Character in writing field: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
5. GR author: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen Sept. 1 4****
6. Blue-Collar Worker: Seaview Inn by Sherryl Woods
7. Hispanic: A Gift of Hope The Tony Melendez Story by Tony Melendez Sept. 12 4***
8. Animal on Cover: Lair of the Lion by Christine Feehan
9. Historical Fiction: England in Victorian times: The Runaway McBride by Elizabeth Thornton Sept. 8 4****
10. Group's Bookshelf: The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger




message 94: by Emily (new)

Emily 1. Title starts with S: Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson
2. September Bday Shelf: TBD
3. Canada: TBD
4. Character in writing field: Black Ice by Anne Stuart
5. GR author: Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin
6. Blue collar worker: TBD
7. Hispanic: The Calling: Danger Calls by Caridad Pineiro
8. Animal on the Cover: TBD
9. Historical: TBD
10. Pick it for me: Life Expectancy by Dean Koontz

5/10



message 95: by Michelle (new)

Michelle (michelle154) | 152 comments 1. S Book- The Stone Diaries by Carol Shields September 4th
2. Birthday- Living Dead in Dallas by Charlaine Harris(Colleen) September 9th
3. Geography Canada- Star Light, Star Bright by Naomi Horton
4. Editor/Writer- The Mark by Jason Pinter
5. GR Author- Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson September 5th
6. Labor Day- Club Dead by Charlaine Harris
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month- Delia's Gift by V.C. Andrews September 13th
8. World Animal Remembrance- Fools Rush In by Kristan Higgins
9. Historical Fiction- The Heretic's Daughter by Kathleen Kent September 2nd
10. Group bookshelf- The Host by Stephenie Meyer



message 96: by Lori (new)

Lori  (moderatrixlori) 6 down...

Sunshine, Sex and Sunflowers (Sequel to Harvest Heat) by Carol Lynne Cattle Valley Mistletoe (Cattle Valley, #2) by Carol Lynne The Painted House by Drew Zachary Under My Skin by M.L. Rhodes The Curtis Reincarnation by Zathyn Priest Custom Ride by K.A. Mitchell Tripwire by Sean Michael Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael Bound to Him by Ava March Regularly Scheduled Life by K.A. Mitchell

1. September: Sunshine, Sex and Sunflowers by Carol Lynne
2. Birthday: Cattle Valley Mistletoe by Carol Lynne (Brenda)
3. Geography: The Painted House by Drew Zachary (Nova Scotia)
4. Editors and Writers Month: Under My Skin by M.L. Rhodes
5. Read a book written by a GR author: The Curtis Reincarnation by Zathyn Priest***FABULOUS BOOK***
6. Labor Day: Custom Ride by K.A. Mitchell (Auto Mechanic)
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month: Tripwire by Sean Michael (South America)
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael

Where Flows the Water by Sean Michael

9. Explore a Genre: Historical Fiction: Bound to Him by Ava March (London, England in the year 1822)
10. Read a book from our Group’s Bookshelf: Regularly Scheduled Life by K.A. Mitchell


message 97: by southpaw285 (new)

southpaw285 | 588 comments September Monthly Challenge:

Update as of 09.14.09:

6/8 completed


1. September: Sweet Talk by Susan Mallery 09.05.09
2. September B-day: Talk of the Town by Sherrill Bodine Brenda 09.07.09
3. Canada:My Lady Notorious by Jo Beverley 09.13.09
4. Editors and Writers Month:
5. GR Author: You Send Me by Toni Blake 09.14.09
6. Labor Day: Dare To Love by Jaci Burton construction 09.01.09
7. National Hispanic Heritage Month:
8. World Animal Remembrance Month: Lawman by Diana Palmer 09.04.09
9. Historical Fiction: Innocent Traitor: A Novel Of Lady Jane Grey by Alison Weir
10.Pick-it-for-Me: The Luxe by Anna Godbersen


message 98: by BJ Rose (new)

BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments 5/10: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen The Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton The Runaway McBride by Elizabeth Thornton A Gift of Hope The Tony Melendez Story by Tony Melendez The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger


1. Starts with 'S': (The) Scot and I by Elizabeth Thornton Sept. 5 ***1/2
2. B-Day Shelf: Toni: Immortal in Death by J.D. Robb
3. Canada: A Lady's Secret by Jo Beverley
4. Character in writing field: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
5. GR author: Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen Sept. 1 ****
6. Blue-Collar Worker: Paradise Valley by Robyn Carr
7. Hispanic: A Gift of Hope The Tony Melendez Story by Tony Melendez Sept. 12 ****
8. Animal on Cover: Lair of the Lion by Christine Feehan
9. Historical Fiction: England in Victorian times: The Runaway McBride by Elizabeth Thornton Sept. 8 ****
10. Group's Bookshelf: The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger Sept. 14 *****




message 99: by Annie (new)

Annie (themadnessofhamsters) Changes... always changes. 4 down
1. Starts with S: Salem's lot by Stephen King
The spy who came for Christmas by David Morrell. 14 Sept.
2. Sept B-Day (Jael): Magic bites by Ilona Andrews. 12 Sept.
3. Canada: The blue castle by LM Montgomery.
4. Journalist: The secret life of Lady Gabriella by Liz Fielding.
5. GoodReads author: TBD
6. Blue Collar: TBD
7. Hispanic: Sam's creed by Sarah McCarty. 9 Sept.
8. Animal cover: TBD
9. Historical: Goodnight, Mister Tom by Michelle Magorian. 9 Sept.
10. Pick-it-for-me: Duke of shadows by Meredith Duran.


message 100: by Laura (new)

Laura 1. S book title - Sex and the Single Vampire - Katie MacAlister 9/14
2. Sept. birthday - Jacob - Jacquelyn Frank (Jael)
3. Canada -
4. Writing field - Eternal Craving - Nina Bangs 9/6
5. GR author - Redemption Alley - Lilith Saintcrow
6. Blue collar -
7. Hispanic - Darkness Everlasting - Alexandra Ivy 9/9
8. Animal cover - Hunting Ground (Alpha & Omega, #2) by Patricia Briggs Hunting Ground - Patricia Briggs 9/4
9. Historical -
10. Group's bookshelf - Scent of Darkness - Christina Dodd


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