Questions/Problems in Completed Tasks

[Kristi]

Can someone double check my readerboard total, for Kristi CO? It's showing as 70, through post 2500, but I believe I should have 90. I posted last on Oct 31, #2406. I don't see anything in this topic to explain any issues. Thanks!

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Kristi wrote: "Can someone double check my readerboard total, for Kristi CO? It's showing as 70, through post 2500, but I believe I should have 90. I posted last on Oct 31, #2406. I don't see anything in this top..."

Thanks for the quick heads up, Kristi! It was a spreadsheet problem, now found and fixed, so your correct total will show up in the upcoming update.

[Kristi]

Sandy wrote: "Kristi wrote: "Can someone double check my readerboard total, for Kristi CO? It's showing as 70, through post 2500, but I believe I should have 90. I posted last on Oct 31, #2406. I don't see anyth..."

Thanks so much, Sandy!

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Laurah 30 post 2558

Task 15.10 requires that you specify the month in which the book was listed - the list is not divided into pages, so saying first page doesn't help to locate it.

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Read 60 post 2579

The book you linked to, This Poison Will Remain, a paperback, has 416 pages so does not work for this task. If you read a different edition that has a 0 in its page numbers, please repost, linking to the correct edition.

[Laura H L]

Sandy wrote: "Laurah 30 post 2558

Task 15.10 requires that you specify the month in which the book was listed - the list is not divided into pages, so saying first page doesn't help to locate it."

Sorry - missed that part :-(

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Laurah30 post 2634

All posts, including reposts, must include a link to the book claimed.

NOTE: If you just copy your previous post and then repost with additions, the links will not carry over. To do this, go to your post, click "edit" at the bottom, then copy THAT version of the post. When you paste it into a new post, it will maintain the formatting and you can add any necessary info.

[Dee]

laura wrong thread

[Laura H L]

Sandy wrote: "Laurah30 post 2634

All posts, including reposts, must include a link to the book claimed.

NOTE: If you just copy your previous post and then repost with additions, the links will not carry over...."

So sorry - I think it is fixed now!

[EShay]

Sandy wrote: "EShay post 2514

I don't see anything in the description of Death Overdue that refers to Halloween or a Halloween setting. The task states "For this option, read a book where Hallow..."

The book has a MPG of Halloween and it is on the Halloween and Autumn cozy mysteries list that the task creator posted. The post just requires "evidence" and is not specific. Does this not count? Also asking for a friend. Thanks!

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

EShay wrote: "Sandy wrote: "EShay post 2514

I don't see anything in the description of Death Overdue that refers to Halloween or a Halloween setting. The task states "For this option, read a boo..."

This is not a list task. If this takes place at Halloween, or involves a Halloween party or trick or treating or some such, there should be some reference to that in your book - if so, include a quote from the book establishing it.

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TraceyL post 2719

Task 25.5 is limited to words found in the title of the book, specifically stating that subtitles are excluded. The word "love" appears in the subtitle of Frankissstein: A Love Story

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TraceyL post 2720
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire includes Childrens as a main page genre. Genres at review:
Fantasy 45,494 users
Young Adult 14,864 users
Fiction 12,733 users
Fantasy>Magic 3,937 users
Childrens 2,940 users
Adventure 2,072 users
Audiobook 1,443 users
Childrens>Middle Grade 1,382 users
Classics 1,280 users
Science Fiction Fantasy 1,255 users

Please review the Rules of the Challenge for the use of childrens books in the SRC.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Midu post 2725

Task 5.5 requires "read a book with the word STAR or WARS (plural) intact in the title/subtitle or series name."

God's War contains "war," but not "wars" (plural).

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Sophie post 2626

The Goodreads record for Interstellar super explorer does not contain a subtitle and does not contain the word "star."

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Jenbent post 2748

Please note the Posting Requirements as of Spring 2019:

Only one task may be included in a post.

[SandyL]

Hi
My totals show I should have 605 points, but you've got me down for 595
Readerboard name SandyL

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

SandyL wrote: "Hi
My totals show I should have 605 points, but you've got me down for 595
Readerboard name SandyL"

Thanks for the heads up. The problem is found and fixed, and your correct total will show up on the next update.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Lorna post 2753

White Fang includes Childrens as a main page genre. Please review the rules for the use of children's books in the SRC. Rules of the Challenge

Genres at review:
Classics 3,587 users
Fiction 1.930 users
Adventure 633 users
Animals 544 users
Young Adult 411 users
Historical>Historical Fiction 268 users
Literature 258 users
Childrens 212 users
Novels 133 users
Literature>American 118 users

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Tien post 2763

Task 20.5 requires a book with a minimum of 299 pages. Exiles At Home: Australian Women Writers, 1925 1945 only has 283 pages. If you read a different edition, please repost, linking to the correct edition.

[TraceyL]

Sandy wrote: "TraceyL post 2720
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire includes Childrens as a main page genre. Genres at review:
Fantasy 45,494 users
Young Adult 14,864 users
Fiction 12,733 users
F..."

Sorry, I forgot to paste the AR Bookfinder info. Reposted.

[TraceyL]

Sandy wrote: "TraceyL post 2719

Task 25.5 is limited to words found in the title of the book, specifically stating that subtitles are excluded. The word "love" appears in the subtitle of [book:Frankissstein: A ..."

I've reduced my point total by 25 and will post with a new book later on.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Florence post 2766

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone includes Childrens as a main page genre. Genres at review:
Fantasy 56,249 users
Young Adult 17,166 users
Fiction 16,571 users
Fantasy>Magic 4,782users
Childrens 4,267 users
Adventure 2,660 users
Classics 2,448
Childrens>Middle Grade 2,374 users
Audiobook 1,883
Science Fiction Fantasy 1,524 users

Please review the Rules of the Challenge for the use of childrens books in the SRC.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Florence post 2768

You have linked to Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, which is listed as being Part I of this book and you have claimed 2 BB tickets for its having 870 pages. The complete book, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is noted as having 870 pages, If you have read a partial selection for this book, please include a reference for the number of pages in the partial selection, in order to claim a big book ticket.

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Cordelia post 2795

I don't see anything in the description of A Night in the Lonesome October that refers to Halloween or a Halloween setting. The task states "For this option, read a book where Halloween, Dia de Los Muertos, or All Saint's Day features prominently in the story. If the connection to the holiday is not obvious from the Goodreads description, provide evidence of the connection in your post."

If this book does take place at Halloween, please explain.

Note that this is not a main page genre task.

[Aprilleigh]

Sandy wrote: "Cordelia post 2795

I don't see anything in the description of A Night in the Lonesome October that refers to Halloween or a Halloween setting. The task states "For this option, read a..."

Cordelia, the description on Wikipedia specifically references Halloween, if that helps. The story is a build-up to a ritual on Halloween because there will be a full moon that night.

[Florence]

Sandy wrote: "Florence post 2766

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone includes Childrens as a main page genre. Genres at review:
Fantasy 56,249 users
Young Adult 17,166 users
Fiction 16,571 use..."

reposted with correct info added

[Florence]

Sandy wrote: "Florence post 2768

You have linked to Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, which is listed as being Part I of this book and you have claimed 2 BB tickets for its having 870 pa..."

reposted with correct edition linked

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Sophie post 2816

Task 25.3 has a 500 page minimum requirement. Books without print editions cannot be used for tasks with specific page requirements. See the Rules of the Challenge

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Helen A post 2838

Please check your totals. 530 after post 2837 plus 20 in post 2838 gives you a total of 550. No need to repost - just correct your records.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Helen A post 2843

Task 10.9 requires "Read a book with a cover that depicts a female figure alone with no other human forms present." show 2 human figures - and while they may be the same person, it's still 2 human forms.

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Florence post 2848

Please check your totals. I show you with 320 after this post.

[Cordelia]

Sandy wrote: "Cordelia post 2795

I don't see anything in the description of A Night in the Lonesome October that refers to Halloween or a Halloween setting. The task states "For this option, read a..."

Please refer to the Wikipedia page wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Night_in_the_Lon...

In the 2nd paragraph of the "Plot Summary": "The story reveals that once every few decades when the moon is full on the night of HALLOWEEN, the fabric of reality thins and doors may be opened between the world and the realm of the Great Old Ones"

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Cordelia wrote: "Sandy wrote: "Cordelia post 2795

I don't see anything in the description of A Night in the Lonesome October that refers to Halloween or a Halloween setting. The task states "For this ..."

Include that information when you repost.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

CathyG post 2859

Task 20.5 requires that your book have a minimum of 299 pages. A Willing Spirit has only 288 pages, so will not work for the task.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Pat post 2919

For task 20.2, option 1, the initials of all words in the title must be used in creating your word. "Loss" does not include a G.

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Queen Bee Darlene post 2949

Task 5.6 is a cover task, and you must include the cover in your post.

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Helen A post 2950

You already posted task 20.2 (same book) on November 10.

[♞ Pat]

Sandy wrote: "Pat post 2919

For task 20.2, option 1, the initials of all words in the title must be used in creating your word. "Loss" does not include a G."

Sorry. I guess I misunderstood the task directions! Corrected and reposted. :-)

[Helen]

Sandy wrote: "Helen A post 2950

You already posted task 20.2 (same book) on November 10."

Oops! I'm sorry about that!
Helen A.

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Kaora post 2959

Book 2 in task 50.1 must have "a MPG, standalone or embedded, of: mystery, thriller, crime, suspense, romantic suspense, psychological thriller or horror." Taste of Marrow does not have any of these MPGs.

Genres at review:
Fantasy 98 users
Historical>Historical Fiction 59 users
Science Fiction>Alternate History 59 users
Fiction 54 users
Novella 52 users
Historical 30 users
Science Fiction 29 users

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

EMurphy post 2964

Task 20.7, option 3, requires a MPG of biography or autobiography. Hamilton: The Revolution contains the following genres at review:

Nonfiction 1620 users
History 524 users
Plays 280 users

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Andy P post 3022

Please check your totals - I show you with 815 - 795 after your previous post, plus 20 in this post. No need to repost, just correct your records.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Karen Michele post 3049

You already posted this task on September 30. Looks like you later used the same book for another task - unfortunately, I didn't pick that up. You then removed the book from the other task, and are now using it for this one - the same task you used it for on 9/30.

So, you'll need to adjust your points down 20, since you've already received points for this task.

[Val]

Hi Sandy. I was checking the Readerboard and I believe the Golden Oldies totals are on both posts 3 and 4. I can't find the BB list anywhere.

[Karen Michele]

Sandy wrote: "Karen Michele post 3049

You already posted this task on September 30. Looks like you later used the same book for another task - unfortunately, I didn't pick that up. You then removed the book fro..."

I'm sorry for my confusion and I will adjust;) I usually try to avoid changing books for this very reason!

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Valerie wrote: "Hi Sandy. I was checking the Readerboard and I believe the Golden Oldies totals are on both posts 3 and 4. I can't find the BB list anywhere."

Thanks! All fixed now.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Pamela3265 post 3094

Task 25.6, option 4, is a cover task and the cover must be included in your post.

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Read60 post 3097

Please see the Posting Requirements:

"16. Include an up to date total of points in your post. (For purposes of Moderators' Pet, math errors will be forgiven!)"

No need to repost this one, but all future posts must include an up to date total.

[Sandy, Moderator Emeritus]

Stephanie127 post 3102

You have claimed a kindle book with 97 pages for task 20.4 - books used for all tasks must have at least 100 pages. There is no MMPB, but the top paperback edition, Family Happiness, has only 90 pages.