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message 51: by MyzanM (last edited Jan 31, 2020 11:03AM) (new)

MyzanM | 317 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge
10/10 completed



1. Happy January – Birthstone Garnet:
Published in Jan – The Hated Finn, 1/7

2. Flower of month - Carnation:
Character starts a new life – Felix and the Prince, 1/18

3. Featured author - Tessa Bailey:
Shelved as Contemporary Romance – Mister Bridesmaid, 1/13

4. 1 Jan New Year’s Day:
First in series – The Wolf at the Door, 1/4

5. 6 Jan Cuddle up Day:
Cuddle up read –My Christmas Spirit, 1/12

6. 9 Jan Male Watchers Day:
Hot guy on cover –Coercing Quinn, 1/1

7. 14 Jan Dress up Your Pet Day:
Shifter character – The Otter's Tale, 1/3

8. 23 Jan Measure Your Feet Day:
Hands on cover – Return To Biker Lane, 1/3

9. 26 Jan Australia Day:
Set in Australia – Fishy Riot, 1/23

10. Reader’s Choice:
Title of your choosing. - Jon's Downright Ridiculous Shooting Case, 1/15


message 52: by Jade (new)

Jade Pope (jadespope) | 1 comments so up for this challenge will post so many updates #januaryreadingchallange


message 53: by LaurLa (last edited Feb 01, 2020 08:34AM) (new)

LaurLa | 5118 comments January Monthly Challenge
January 2020

My January Monthly Challenge (msg 55)

10 of 10 Completed

Hero's Haven (Dark Protectors #11) by Rebecca Zanetti Sweet Dreams (Colorado Mountain, #2) by Kristen Ashley Thankless in Death (In Death, #37) by J.D. Robb Love on the Line (The Line, #1) by Kimberly Kincaid White Hot (Hidden Legacy, #2) by Ilona Andrews Jimmie Joe Johnson Manwhore (Possum Hollow, #1) by Lindsey Brookes Swamp Sniper (Miss Fortune Mystery, #3) by Jana Deleon Matchmaking with a Mission (Whitehorse Montana, #5) by B.J. Daniels Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel Aiding the Enemy (War Girls, #3) by Julie Rowe

✔️1. Happy January Birthday! ~ Read a book published in January
🔹Hero's Haven ~ 01.30 ★★★★

✔️2. Flower of the Month - Carnation ~ Read a book by a favorite author
🔹Sweet Dreams ~ 01.13 ★★★★

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey ~ Read a book set in New York
🔹Thankless in Death ~ 01.12 ★★★★

✔️4. January 1 - New Year's Day ~ Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author
🔹Love on the Line ~ 01.20 ★★★

✔️5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day ~ Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon
🔹White Hot ~ 01.03 ★★★★

✔️6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day ~ Read a book with a hot guy on the cover!😁
🔹Jimmie Joe Johnson: Manwhore ~ 01.05 ★★★

✔️7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day ~ Read a book with an animal on the cover
🔹Swamp Sniper ~ 01.28 ★★★

✔️8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day ~ Read a book with feet or hands on the cover
🔹Matchmaking with a Mission ~ 01.17 ★★★

✔️9. January 26 - Australia Day ~ Read a book with green and/or gold on the cover
🔹Like Water for Chocolate ~ 01.06 ★★★

✔️10. Reader's Choice ~ Read any book of your choice
🔹Aiding the Enemy ~ 01.25 ★★★


message 54: by Jodie’s guilty pleasures (last edited Jan 31, 2020 04:01PM) (new)

Jodie’s guilty pleasures (dubious_ks) | 38 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge

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Completed: 9

✔️1. Read a book published in January
Defenseless (Salvation, #5) by Corinne Michaels , 1/9/20, 4*

✔️ 2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for):
My Life in Shambles by Karina Halle , 1/3/2020, 4*.

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or You may read a book set in California:
Alone on Earth (Signal Bend, #4) by Susan Fanetti , 1/23/20, 4* (moves between MO and CA)

✔️4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading the first book in a new-to -you series.
Bearly in Control (Shifters Undercover, #1) by Milly Taiden , 1/11/20, 3*

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

✔️6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover!
Dagger in the Sea by Cat Porter , 1/19/20, 3.5*

✔️7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story:
cat & dog — Until December (Until Her/Him, #8) by Aurora Rose Reynolds , 1/2/2020, 4*

✔️8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.
Shattered Bonds (Jane Yellowrock, #13) by Faith Hunter , 1/31/20, 4.5*

✔️9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book with gold on the cover.
All the Sky (Signal Bend, #5) by Susan Fanetti , 1/29/20, 3*

✔️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
In Dark Woods (Signal Bend, #4.5) by Susan Fanetti , 1/25/20, 4*

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message 55: by Cyliena (last edited Feb 13, 2020 01:22PM) (new)

Cyliena | 401 comments I'm in!


Completed: 10/10

✔ 1. Happy January Birthday: Rules of Stone (1/12) 3★
✔ 2. FotM - Carnation: Some Like it Plaid (1/9) 3★
✔ 3. FAC - Tessa Bailey: His Bride for the Taking (1/18) 3★
✔ 4. New Year's Day: Skyward (1/6) 4★
✔ 5. Cuddle Up Day: Scot Under the Covers (1/31) 3★
✔ 6. Male Watchers Day: Scrooge McFuck (1/18) 3★
✔ 7. Dress Up Your Pet Day: Hide and Seek (1/13) 4★
✔ 8. Measure Your Feet Day: The Guinevere Deception (1/19) 3★
✔ 9. Australia Day: Mark of Eon (1/1) 4★
✔ 10. Reader's Choice: CONTAGION (1/3) 3★

Rules of Stone (Great Falls Academy #1) by Alex Lidell Some Like it Plaid by Angela Quarles His Bride for the Taking by Tessa Dare Skyward (Skyward, #1) by Brandon Sanderson Scot Under the Covers (Wild Wicked Highlanders, #2) by Suzanne Enoch Scrooge McFuck (Some Girls Do It, #2) by May Sage Hide and Seek (Great Falls Academy #6) by Alex Lidell The Guinevere Deception (Camelot Rising, #1) by Kiersten White Mark of Eon (Eon Warriors, #5) by Anna Hackett Contagion by Amanda Milo

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message 56: by Julianna (new)

Julianna (authorjuliannad) | 1890 comments I'm in for 7 this month.


message 57: by Lindsay (new)

Lindsay Bray | 2 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge
Read: 0/2


message 58: by Loz (last edited Jan 23, 2020 07:13PM) (new)

Loz | 64 comments I'm in, will update and add extras as I go, but starting with 6.

2020 January Monthly Challenge
Completed 7/7


✓ 1. Red on the cover - Outmatched by Kristen Callihan - 05.01.20 5★

2. Favourite Author -

✓ 3. FAC - Disorderly Conduct by Tessa Bailey - 02.01.20 4★

4. New-to-me author - Accidental Knight by Nicole Snow DNF 67% (08.01.20)
Will select another to replace the DNF
✓4. Attempt No.2 - Hold 1 by Jayne Blue (13.01.20) 2★

5. Cuddle Up Day:

✓ 6. Hot Cover Guy - Instant Gratification by Lauren Blakely - (11.01.20) 5★

7. Pet Cover/Story -

✓ 8. Hands on Cover - The Best Thing by Mariana Zapata (24.01.20) 3★

✓ 9. Australia Day - (Aus author & setting) Shelter by Claire Boston - (07.01.20) 3★

✓ 10. Reader's Choice: Happy Trail - (08.01.20) 5★

Outmatched by Kristen Callihan Disorderly Conduct (The Academy, #1) by Tessa Bailey Accidental Knight by Nicole Snow Hold 1 (Hold Trilogy, #1) by Jayne Blue Instant Gratification (Always Satisfied #2) by Lauren Blakely The Best Thing by Mariana Zapata Shelter (First Response #1) by Claire Boston Happy Trail (Park Ranger, #1) by Daisy Prescott


message 59: by Tamecia (new)

Tamecia | 56 comments I'm In!


message 60: by Tamecia (last edited Jan 31, 2020 06:40PM) (new)

Tamecia | 56 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10
Finished!

1. Happy January Birthday! How to Walk Away by Katherine Center Completed 1/14/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Loyalty in Death (In Death, #9) by J.D. Robb Completed 1/12/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey:

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry. Queen Bee (Lowcountry Tales, #12) by Dorothea Benton Frank Completed 1/27/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: The Wives by Tarryn Fisher Completed 1/13/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Witness in Death (In Death, #10) by J.D. Robb Completed 1/24/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: On the Rocks (Becker Brothers, #1) by Kandi Steiner Completed 1/6/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: The Skeleton in the Closet (Southern Ghost Hunter Mysteries, #2) by Angie Fox Completed 1/31/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Gone Missing (Kate Burkholder, #4) by Linda Castillo Completed 1/3/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟

9. January 26 - Australia Day: A Transcontinental Affair by Jodi Daynard Completed 1/16/2020🌟🌟🌟

10. Reader's Choice: Kiss of the Night (Dark-Hunter, #4) by Sherrilyn Kenyon Completed 1/9/2020🌟🌟🌟🌟


message 61: by Ethel (last edited Jan 29, 2020 11:41PM) (new)

Ethel | 739 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge

10/10 read


Done!

[1.1.] 4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
[1.1.] 9. January 26 - Australia Day: Jude the Obscure by Thomas Hardy
[2.1.] 1. Happy January Birthday! On the Road by Jack Kerouac
[3.1.] 8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck
[3.1.] 7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis
[5.1.] 5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: The Poisoned Chocolates Case by Anthony Berkeley
[5.1.] 2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
[6.1.] 10. Reader's Choice: The Horse and His Boy by C.S. Lewis
[7.1.] 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Kuolema Eedenissä by Terttu Autere
[29.1.] 6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: The Mysterious and Amazing Blue Billings by Lily Morton


message 62: by Chiara (new)

Chiara | 979 comments Happy New Year everyone!!

2020 January Monthly Challenge
READ 0/10

1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name. Link to Tessa Bailey's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about Tessa Bailey:
* Tessa writes primarily contemporary romance and chick lit
* She was born and raised in Southern California
* Right after her high school graduation she drove cross-country to New York City
* Many of her most valuable life experiences happened while she was waitressing at her uncle's Manhattan pub.
* Tessa lives in Long Island, New York with her husband and daughter

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

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


message 63: by Jessica (last edited Feb 01, 2020 11:17AM) (new)

Jessica (jess_77) | 21 comments Excited to give this a try. :)

2020 January Monthly Challenge

Progress: 10/10

✅ 1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.

Red on Cover - Outmatched - Date Finished: 01/04/2020 - Rating: 4

✅ 2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).

The House on the Beach - Date Finished: 01/31/2020 - Rating: 5

✅ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name.

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.

FAC Tessa Bailey - Follow - Date Finished - 01/22/2020 - Rating: 5

✅ 4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.

New to me series - Lessons from a One-Night Stand - Date Finished: 01/01/2020 - Rating: 4

✅ 5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

Playboy Pilot - Date Finished: 01/19/2020 - Rating: 4

✅ 6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁

Come Back for Me - Date Finished: 01/14/2020 - Rating: 5

✅ 7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

Animals in story (dog, horse) - Adam - Date Finished: 01/25/2020 - Rating: 3

✅ 8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.

Feet on cover - Billionaire Bride Pact Romances: Jeanette's Collection - Date Finished: 01/05/2020 - Rating: 4

✅ 9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

Book set in Australia - Belle's Secret - Date Finished: 01/23/2020 - Rating: 3

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

Meet Cute - Date Finished: 01/26/2020 - Rating: 5

Outmatched by Kristen Callihan The House on the Beach (Pilgrim Cove, #1) by Linda Barrett Follow by Tessa Bailey Lessons from a One-Night Stand (The Baileys, #1) by Piper Rayne Playboy Pilot by Penelope Ward Come Back for Me (Arrowood Brothers, #1) by Corinne Michaels Adam (Farraday Country, #1) by Chris Keniston Billionaire Bride Pact Romances Jeanette's Collection by Jeanette Lewis Belle's Secret (Outback Brides Book 2) by Victoria Purman Meet Cute by Helena Hunting


message 64: by Juana "Darkness" (new)

Juana "Darkness" Duran | 423 comments I’m In.

JANUARY MONTHLY CHALLENGE


1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name. Link to Tessa Bailey's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about Tessa Bailey:
* Tessa writes primarily contemporary romance and chick lit
* She was born and raised in Southern California
* Right after her high school graduation she drove cross-country to New York City
* Many of her most valuable life experiences happened while she was waitressing at her uncle's Manhattan pub.
* Tessa lives in Long Island, New York with her husband and daughter

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

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


message 65: by Suzanne (last edited Jan 17, 2020 11:16AM) (new)

Suzanne (esmerelda1) | 2244 comments Romance Readers Reading Challenges
2020 January Monthly Challenge
Duration:
1/1/2020 - 1/31/2020

Progress: 6 out of 10

1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).
For One More Day by Mitch Albom - ***** - 1/4/2020 - 197 Pages

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name. Link to Tessa Bailey's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about Tessa Bailey:
* Tessa writes primarily contemporary romance and chick lit
* She was born and raised in Southern California
* Right after her high school graduation she drove cross-country to New York City
* Many of her most valuable life experiences happened while she was waitressing at her uncle's Manhattan pub.
* Tessa lives in Long Island, New York with her husband and daughter

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.
Pride Mates by Jennifer Ashley - ***** - 1/2/2020 - 304 Pages

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!
Shadow's Claim by Kresley Cole - ***** - 1/15/2019 - 481 Pages

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁
The Professional by Kresley Cole - **** - 1/6/2020 - 400 Pages

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover:
Practice Makes Perfect by Julie James - ***** - 1/9/2020 - 291 Pages

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice:
Unchained by Shayne Silvers - ***** - 1/3/2020 - 282 Pages

Pride Mates (Shifters Unbound, #1) by Jennifer Ashley Unchained (Feathers and Fire, #1) by Shayne Silvers For One More Day by Mitch Albom The Professional (The Game Maker, #1) by Kresley Cole Practice Makes Perfect by Julie James Shadow's Claim (Immortals After Dark, #12; The Dacians, #1) by Kresley Cole

You can choose any number of categories depending on your reading speed, book availability and/or time commitment.

When posting your challenge progress, please make sure to put the date/s when you finished your book/s.

Upon completion, please repost your challenge as it helps when updating; you may update your original challenge as or go or repost if you choose.

Happy Reading!!


message 66: by Mave (new)

Mave | 239 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge
Duration:January 1, 2020-January 31, 2020
Tasks Completed: 0/5


1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name. Link to Tessa Bailey's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about Tessa Bailey:
* Tessa writes primarily contemporary romance and chick lit
* She was born and raised in Southern California
* Right after her high school graduation she drove cross-country to New York City
* Many of her most valuable life experiences happened while she was waitressing at her uncle's Manhattan pub.
* Tessa lives in Long Island, New York with her husband and daughter

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

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


message 67: by Keely (last edited Jan 04, 2020 01:54AM) (new)

Keely (kldubs) | 2 comments 3/10

1. Happy January Birthday! Something New by Sean Ashcroft (1/2)

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name.

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Hometown Christmas by Garrett Leigh (1/1)

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover!

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Rainbow Place by Jay Northcote (1/3)


message 68: by Brenda (new)

Brenda | 56 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge

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1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name. Link to Tessa Bailey's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about Tessa Bailey:
* Tessa writes primarily contemporary romance and chick lit
* She was born and raised in Southern California
* Right after her high school graduation she drove cross-country to New York City
* Many of her most valuable life experiences happened while she was waitressing at her uncle's Manhattan pub.
* Tessa lives in Long Island, New York with her husband and daughter

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

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


message 69: by Susan (last edited Jan 21, 2020 08:52AM) (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1845 comments I'm in!

9/10

2020 January Monthly Challenge

❄️1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.
Twisted Twenty-Six - Janet Evanovich (Penguin - Nov 2019) (red on cover) - Jan 6

❄️2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).
The Christmas Dare - Lori Wilde (HarperCollins - Oct 2019) (remaking) - Jan 12

❄️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Tessa Bailey:
* Tessa writes primarily contemporary romance and chick lit
* She was born and raised in Southern California
* Right after her high school graduation she drove cross-country to New York City
* Many of her most valuable life experiences happened while she was waitressing at her uncle's Manhattan pub.
* Tessa lives in Long Island, New York with her husband and daughter

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.
Their Christmas Royal Wedding - Nina Milne (HR #4691 - Dec 2019) (contemporary) - Jan 13

❄️4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.

❄️5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!
Cowboy Christmas Redemption - Maisey Yates (HQN - Sept 2019) - Jan 15

❄️6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁
My Favorite Things: A Christmas Collection - Lynsay Sands (Avon - Oct 2019) - Jan 8

❄️7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Her Homerun Hottie - Wynter Daniels (CPC Publishing - Sept 2019) (cats) - Jan 2

❄️8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.
Colton 911: Caught in the Crossfire - Linda O. Johnston (HRS #2016 - Nov 2019) (hands) - Jan 9

❄️9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.
Her Rags-to-Riches Christmas - Laura Martin (HH #1475 - Dec 2019) - Jan 21

❄️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Coming Home for Christmas - RaeAnne Thayne (HQN - Sept 2019) - Jan 21

Twisted Twenty-Six (Stephanie Plum, #26) by Janet Evanovich The Christmas Dare (Twilight, Texas #10) by Lori Wilde Their Christmas Royal Wedding (A Crown by Christmas Book 3) by Nina Milne 4 Cowboy Christmas Redemption (Gold Valley, #8) by Maisey Yates My Favorite Things A Christmas Collection by Lynsay Sands Her Homerun Hottie (Cat's Paw Cove, #2) by Wynter Daniels Colton 911 Caught in the Crossfire by Linda O. Johnston Her Rags-to-Riches Christmas (Scandalous Australian Bachelors Book 3) by Laura Martin Coming Home for Christmas (Haven Point, #10) by RaeAnne Thayne


message 70: by [deleted user] (last edited Jan 31, 2020 01:22PM) (new)

January 2020 Monthly Challenge
10/10

✔ 1. Happy January Birthday!: Tempted in the City by Jo Leigh
📖 January 7th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Still the One by Jill Shalvis
🎧 January 10th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge: The Doctor's Texas Baby by Deb Kastner
📖 January 18th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐

✔ 4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Act Like It by Lucy Parker
🎧 January 31st, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Window on the Bay by Debbie Macomber
📖 January 22nd, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Reckless in Texas by Kari Lynn Dell
🎧 January 18th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: Walk Me Home by Liza Kendall
📖 January 7th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Cold Nose, Warm Heart by Mara Wells
📖 January 15th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 9. January 26 - Australia Day: Made for Marriage by Helen Lacey
📖 January 6th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Peach Cobbler Murder by Joanne Fluke
🎧 January 24th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

Tempted in the City by Jo Leigh Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis The Doctor's Texas Baby by Deb Kastner Act Like It (London Celebrities, #1) by Lucy Parker Window on the Bay by Debbie Macomber Reckless in Texas (Texas Rodeo #1) by Kari Lynn Dell Walk Me Home (Silverlake Ranch #1) by Liza Kendall Cold Nose, Warm Heart (Fur Haven Dog Park, #1) by Mara Wells Made for Marriage by Helen Lacey Peach Cobbler Murder by Joanne Fluke


message 71: by Elaine (new)

Elaine | 90 comments Finished Challenge ~ see post 29.
Enjoyed challenge as always!


message 72: by Aminko (last edited Feb 01, 2020 04:13PM) (new)

Aminko | 653 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge
1 January to 31 January, 2020

Read: 4/10


1. Happy January Birthday!: How to Walk Away by Katherine Center (25/1/2020)

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Never Love a Highlander by Maya Banks

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Chase Me by Tessa Bailey

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: The Baby Maker by Lili Valente

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Love Potions by Michelle M. Pillow (25/1/2020)

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Changing the Game by Jaci Burton

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: Claimed by Laurann Dohner

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Her Vigilant SEAL by Caitlyn O'Leary

9. January 26 - Australia Day: The Lost Man by Jane Harper (15/1/2020)

10. Reader's Choice: The Divorce Party by Jennifer Hayward (11/1/2020)

How to Walk Away by Katherine Center Never Love a Highlander (McCabe Trilogy, #3) by Maya Banks Chase Me (Broke and Beautiful, #1) by Tessa Bailey The Baby Maker (Hunter Brothers, #1) by Lili Valente Love Potions (Warlocks MacGregor, #1) by Michelle M. Pillow Changing the Game (Play by Play, #2) by Jaci Burton Claimed (Nightwind Pack, #1) by Laurann Dohner Her Vigilant SEAL (Midnight Delta, #1) by Caitlyn O'Leary The Lost Man by Jane Harper The Divorce Party (The Delicious De Campos, #1) by Jennifer Hayward


message 73: by Sandra (new)

Sandra | 712 comments ALL DONE!

1. red on the cover - Conspiracy Game - Christine Feehan - 10 JAN
2. a favorite author - The Hunted - Bethany-Kris - 8 JAN
3. Contemporary Romance - Fonseca's Fury - Abby Green - 5 JAN
4. new-to-you author - Dissident - Cecilia London - 7 JAN
5. cuddle up with - Meet Cute - Helena Hunting - 12 JAN
6. hot guy on the cover - Elusive - L.A. Fiore - 10 JAN
7. animal on the cover - The Curse of the Pharaohs - Elizabeth Peters - 1 JAN
8. feet or hands visible on the cover - Butterface - Avery Flynn - 11 JAN
9. green on the cover - To Dare A SEAL - Sara Jane Stone - 4 JAN
10. Reader's Choice - The Secrets We Bury - Debra Webb - 9 JAN

Conspiracy Game (GhostWalkers, #4) by Christine Feehan The Hunted by Bethany-Kris Fonseca's Fury (Billionaire Brothers #1) by Abby Green Dissident (Bellator Saga, #1) by Cecilia London Meet Cute by Helena Hunting Elusive (Shipwreck, #1) by L.A. Fiore The Curse of the Pharaohs (Amelia Peabody, #2) by Elizabeth Peters Butterface (The Hartigans, #1) by Avery Flynn To Dare A SEAL (Sin City SEALs #2) by Sara Jane Stone The Secrets We Bury (The Undertaker's Daughter #1) by Debra Webb


message 74: by Wealie (last edited Jan 12, 2020 05:52PM) (new)

Wealie | 547 comments Finished early this month :O) - see Message 46. I'll continue to see if I can do all the tasks though, being the OCD person I am :O))


message 75: by JoAnne (new)

JoAnne (joannemwct) | 464 comments Finished 10/10 on post #27 - filled by first 10 books I read!


message 76: by Ro (new)

Ro (rooc) | 51 comments all done!

1. Happy January Birthday! Redesigning Max

2. Flower of the Month - Angels Sing

3. No Place Like Home

4. January 1 - Acts of Service

5. January 6 - A Christmas Cabin for Two

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Mistletoe Kisses

7. January 14 - Zest

8. January 23 - A Christmas Chance


message 77: by Angie (new)

Angie | 761 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge
1/1/20 – 31/1/20
10/10


1 - Happy January Birthday!: A Curse So Dark and Lonely – Brigid Kemmerer - 3/1/20
2 - Flower of the Month - Carnation: Spinning Silver – Naomi Novik - 2/1/20
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: The Harder You Fall – Gena Showalter - 4/1/20
4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Storm and Fury – Jennifer L Armentrout - 12/1/20
5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Can't Hardly Breathe – Gena Showalter - 5/1/20
6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Last Chance Rebel – Maisey Yates - 9/1/20
7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: Pumpkinheads – Rainbow Rowell - 6/1/20
8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Slow Burn Cowboy – Maisey Yates - 17/1/20
9. January 26 - Australia Day: Shades of Earth – Beth Revis - 8/1/20
10. Reader's Choice: Rules of Attraction – Simone Elkeles - 6/1/20


.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*• Completed!

2020 January Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10


✔️1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.

Sweet Ruin (Immortals After Dark, #15) by Kresley Cole Sweet Ruin by Kresley Cole - 03/01/2020

✔️2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book where someone is starting a new life

Sweep of the Blade (Innkeeper Chronicles, #4) by Ilona Andrews Sweep of the Blade by Ilona Andrews - 03/01/2020

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book shelved as Contemporary Romance

It Takes Two (Bridesmaids Behaving Badly #2) by Jenny Holiday It Takes Two by Jenny Holiday - 09/01/2020

✔️4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author

#TheRealCinderella by Yesenia Vargas #TheRealCinderella by Yesenia Vargas - 06/01/2020

✔️5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!

Inked Memories (Montgomery Ink, #8) by Carrie Ann Ryan Inked MemoriesCarrie Ann Ryan - 08/01/2020

✔️6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁

Inked Expressions (Montgomery Ink, #7) by Carrie Ann Ryan Inked Expressions by Carrie Ann Ryan - 06/01/2020

✔️7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).

#Nerd (Hashtag, #1) by Cambria Hebert #Nerd by Cambria Hebert - 09/01/2020

✔️8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.

Stone Cold Lover (Gargoyles, #2) by Christine Warren Stone Cold Lover by Christine Warren - 16/01/2020

✔️9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.

Until Midnight (The Vault Collection, #4) by Maya Banks Until Midnight by Maya Banks - 04/01/2020

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

Dark Skye (Immortals After Dark, #14) by Kresley Cole Dark Skye by Kresley Cole - 02/01/2020


message 79: by Georgina (new)

Georgina Parkin (geosbookblog) | 334 comments Finished on post #13


message 80: by Frankie (new)

Frankie Johnson | 433 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed

1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January.
Just Kidding-Lani Lynn Vale 1/08

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).
Aly Martinez-Among the Echoes 1/02

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book by an author who is from California.
L.J. Shen-In the Unlikely Event 1/16

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading the first book in a new-to -you series.
(Stage Dive Series)
Lick-Kylie Scott 1/15

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon.
Where One Goes-B.N. Toler 1/10

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁
Wrecked & Reclaimed-Bink Cummings 1/07

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Animal Magnetism-Jill Shalvis 1/01

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.
Drops of Rain-Kathryn Andrews 1/17

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book by an Australian author.
Belle Brooks-All for You 1/10

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Arsen: A Broken Love Story-Mia Asher 1/09

Just Kidding (SWAT Generation 2.0 #1) by Lani Lynn Vale Among the Echoes (Wrecked and Ruined, #2.5; On the Ropes, #0.5) by Aly Martinez In the Unlikely Event by L.J. Shen Lick (Stage Dive, #1) by Kylie Scott Where One Goes (Where One Goes, #1) by B.N. Toler Wrecked & Reclaimed (Sacred Sinners MC- Texas Chapter #5) by Bink Cummings Animal Magnetism (Animal Magnetism, #1) by Jill Shalvis Drops of Rain (Hale Brothers, #1) by Kathryn Andrews All for You (Beautiful You, #1) by Belle Brooks Arsen A Broken Love Story by Mia Asher


message 81: by ~KarenH~, Moderator (new)

~KarenH~ | 11383 comments Lots of finishers already! Congrats Elaine, Sandra, Wealie, JoAnne, Lucy, Angie, Christine, Georgina, and Frankie!


message 82: by ☘KathyD☘ (new)

☘KathyD☘ | 4856 comments Monthly Challenge — January
Completed — 10/10!

1. Happy January Birthday! ➔ published in January
First Drop of Crimson, Jeaniene Frost – 1/2/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

2. Flower of the Month – Carnation ➔ favorite author
Lucky in Love, Jill Shalvis – 1/9/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Tessa Bailey ➔ set in New York
The Dirt on Ninth Grave, Darynda Jones – 1/17/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

4. New Year’s Day – January 1 ➔ new-to-you author
Lover Undercover, Samanthe Beck – 1/12/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

5. Cuddle Up Day – January 6 ➔ perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon
Fight or Flight, Samantha Young – 1/11/20 – ✮✮✮✰✰

6. Male Watchers Day – January 8 ➔ hot guy on the cover
Beyond the Night, Colleen Gleason – 1/18/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

7. Dress Up Your Pet Day – January 14 ➔ animal in the story/on the cover
Magic Slays, Ilona Andrews – 1/3/20 – ✮✮✮✮✮

8. Measure Your Feet Day – January 23 ➔ hands visible on the cover
Practice Makes Perfect, Julie James – 1/5/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

9. Australia Day – January 26 ➔ green on the cover
Unblocked – Episode One, Marni Mann – 1/10/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

10. Reader’s Choice ➔ any book
Secrets in Death, J.D. Robb – 1/7/20 – ✮✮✮✮✰

First Drop of Crimson (Night Huntress World, #1) by Jeaniene Frost Lucky in Love (Lucky Harbor, #4) by Jill Shalvis The Dirt on Ninth Grave (Charley Davidson, #9) by Darynda Jones Lover Undercover (McCade Brothers, #1) by Samanthe Beck Fight or Flight by Samantha Young Beyond the Night (The Heroes of New Vegas #1) by Joss Ware Magic Slays (Kate Daniels, #5) by Ilona Andrews Practice Makes Perfect by Julie James Unblocked - Episode One (Timber Towers Series Book 1) by Marni Mann Secrets in Death (In Death, #45) by J.D. Robb


message 83: by Susan (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1845 comments 10/10 DONE!!!



❄️1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.
Twisted Twenty-Six - Janet Evanovich (Penguin - Nov 2019) (red on cover) - Jan 6

❄️2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).
The Christmas Dare - Lori Wilde (HarperCollins - Oct 2019) (remaking) - Jan 12

❄️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Tessa Bailey:
* Tessa writes primarily contemporary romance and chick lit
* She was born and raised in Southern California
* Right after her high school graduation she drove cross-country to New York City
* Many of her most valuable life experiences happened while she was waitressing at her uncle's Manhattan pub.
* Tessa lives in Long Island, New York with her husband and daughter

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.
Their Christmas Royal Wedding - Nina Milne (HR #4691 - Dec 2019) (contemporary) - Jan 13

❄️4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.
Safety Breach - Delores Fossen (HI #1893 - Dec 2019) (first book in series) - Jan 22

❄️5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!
Cowboy Christmas Redemption - Maisey Yates (HQN - Sept 2019) - Jan 15

❄️6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁
My Favorite Things: A Christmas Collection - Lynsay Sands (Avon - Oct 2019) - Jan 8

❄️7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Her Homerun Hottie - Wynter Daniels (CPC Publishing - Sept 2019) (cats) - Jan 2

❄️8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.
Colton 911: Caught in the Crossfire - Linda O. Johnston (HRS #2016 - Nov 2019) (hands) - Jan 9

❄️9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.
Her Rags-to-Riches Christmas - Laura Martin (HH #1475 - Dec 2019) - Jan 21

❄️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Coming Home for Christmas - RaeAnne Thayne (HQN - Sept 2019) - Jan 21

Twisted Twenty-Six (Stephanie Plum, #26) by Janet Evanovich The Christmas Dare (Twilight, Texas #10) by Lori Wilde Their Christmas Royal Wedding (A Crown by Christmas Book 3) by Nina Milne Safety Breach (Longview Ridge Ranch #1) by Delores Fossen Cowboy Christmas Redemption (Gold Valley, #8) by Maisey Yates My Favorite Things A Christmas Collection by Lynsay Sands Her Homerun Hottie (Cat's Paw Cove, #2) by Wynter Daniels Colton 911 Caught in the Crossfire by Linda O. Johnston Her Rags-to-Riches Christmas (Scandalous Australian Bachelors Book 3) by Laura Martin Coming Home for Christmas (Haven Point, #10) by RaeAnne Thayne


message 84: by Lindsay (new)

Lindsay Bray | 2 comments I’m done 😊
2/2
1.) Happy Birthday January: Read a book published in January OR a book with red on the cover in honour of January’s birthstone, the garnet.
- Mail-Order Mistletoe Brides
By: Jillian Hart & Janet Tronstand

2.) Flower Of The Month- Carnation: The carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitude. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking them self in some way, OR a book by an author your greatful
-Mail-Order Christmas Brides By: Jillian Hart & Janet Tronstand


message 85: by Patrizia (new)

Patrizia | 127 comments Just finished.

2020 January Monthly Challenge
5/5

1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.
Trained to Defend by Christy Barritt 23 January; 4 1/2★
Trained to Defend (K-9 Mountain Guardians #1) by Christy Barritt

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name. Link to Tessa Bailey's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.
Trail of Danger by Valerie Hansen 7 January; 4★
Trail of Danger (True Blue K-9 Unit #6) by Valerie Hansen

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.
A Time For Home by Alexis Morgan 19 January; 4 1/2★
A Time For Home (Snowberry Creek, #1) by Alexis Morgan

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day.

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day.

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Courage Under Fire by Sharon Dunn 10 January; 4★
Courage Under Fire (True Blue K-9 Unit #7) by Sharon Dunn

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.
Sworn to Protect by Shirlee McCoy 14 January; 5★
Sworn to Protect (True Blue K-9 Unit #8) by Shirlee McCoy

9. January 26 - Australia Day.

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


message 86: by Thereadingbell (new)

Thereadingbell | 258 comments Finished: Message #18

Marythios January Challenge

Completed 10/10


message 87: by Tiki (last edited Jan 23, 2020 06:59AM) (new)

Tiki  | 492 comments FINISHED: Message #16
COMPLETED 10/10


message 88: by Loz (last edited Jan 23, 2020 07:13PM) (new)

Loz | 64 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge
Completed 7/7


✓ 1. Red on the cover - Outmatched by Kristen Callihan - 05.01.20 5★

✓ 3. FAC - Disorderly Conduct by Tessa Bailey - 02.01.20 4★

4. New-to-me author - Accidental Knight by Nicole Snow DNF 67% (08.01.20)
Will select another to replace the DNF
✓4. Attempt No.2 - Hold 1 by Jayne Blue (13.01.20) 2★

✓ 6. Hot Cover Guy - Instant Gratification by Lauren Blakely - (11.01.20) 5★

✓ 8. Hands on Cover - The Best Thing by Mariana Zapata (24.01.20) 3★

✓ 9. Australia Day - (Aus author & setting) Shelter by Claire Boston - (07.01.20) 3★

✓ 10. Reader's Choice: Happy Trail - (08.01.20) 5★

Outmatched by Kristen Callihan Disorderly Conduct (The Academy, #1) by Tessa Bailey Accidental Knight by Nicole Snow Hold 1 (Hold Trilogy, #1) by Jayne Blue Instant Gratification (Always Satisfied #2) by Lauren Blakely The Best Thing by Mariana Zapata Shelter (First Response #1) by Claire Boston Happy Trail (Park Ranger, #1) by Daisy Prescott


message 89: by ~KarenH~, Moderator (new)

~KarenH~ | 11383 comments Congrats KathyD, Susan, Lindsay, Patrizia, Marythios, Tiki, and Loz!


message 90: by Barbara ★ (new)

Barbara ★ | 3905 comments All done.

READ: 10/10

✔ 1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book with red on the cover
I Am Watching You - Teresa Driscoll 1/3

✔ 2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Read a book by a favorite author
The Rise of Magicks - Nora Roberts 1/17

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: You may also read a book set in California My Fair Assassin - C.J. Anaya 1/4

✔ 4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author
A Welcome Murder - Robin Yocum 1/4

✔ 5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon.
Just One Damned Thing After Another - Jodi Taylor 1/9

✔ 6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁
Gladiator - Anna Hackett 1/17

✔ 7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day - Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Wickedly Unraveled - Deborah Blake 1/10

✔ 8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.
Chasing Perfect - Susan Mallery 1/18

✔ 9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.
Unlit - Keri Arthur 1/11

✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
The Shape of Water - Guillermo del Toro & Daniel Kraus 1/13

I Am Watching You by Teresa Driscoll The Rise of Magicks (Chronicles of The One, #3) by Nora Roberts My Fair Assassin (Paranormal Misfits, #1) by C.J. Anaya A Welcome Murder by Robin Yocum Just One Damned Thing After Another (The Chronicles of St Mary's, #1) by Jodi Taylor Gladiator (Galactic Gladiators, #1) by Anna Hackett Wickedly Unraveled A Baba Yaga Novel by Deborah Blake Chasing Perfect (Fool's Gold, #1) by Susan Mallery Unlit (Kingdoms of Earth & Air, #1) by Keri Arthur The Shape of Water by Guillermo del Toro

CHALLENGE COMPLETE


message 91: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments Finished! See message 11! :)

Till February!


message 92: by Michaele (new)

Michaele | 6573 comments Done!
10/10

2020 January Monthly Challenge

1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January
Why We Fight, T.J. Klune, 1/26

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: The Carnation symbolizes Hope, Rebirth, and Gratitiude. Read a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, Femme, Marshall Thornton, 1/5

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey:
You may also read a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry - Borrowing Blue, Lucy Lennox, 1/5

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series. Game Changer, Rachel Reid, 1/2

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with - Family Camp, Eli Easton, 1/6

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁 Traded Out, Samantha Wayland, 1/1

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count). Fire in His Veins, Ruby Dixon, 1/3

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover. Einstein's Peep Show, Josephine Myles, 1/7

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, Cutie Pies, Barbara Bell, 1/10

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Take a Shot, Samantha Wayland, 1/1

Why We Fight (At First Sight, #4) by T.J. Klune Femme by Marshall Thornton Borrowing Blue (Made Marian, #1) by Lucy Lennox Game Changer (Game Changers, #1) by Rachel Reid Family Camp (Daddy Dearest, #1) by Eli Easton Traded Out by Samantha Wayland Fire in His Veins (Fireblood Dragon, #6) by Ruby Dixon Einstein's Peep Show by Josephine Myles Cutie Pies by Barbara Bell Take a Shot by Samantha Wayland


message 93: by ~Teresa (new)

 ~Teresa | 352 comments Completed ~ See message 41 for books and dates!


message 94: by Kesha (new)

Kesha | 705 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge
Read: 9/9!! JANUARY 27, 2020!!


2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Read a book where someone is starting a new life.
All Fired Up - Lori Foster 1-19-20

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book set in California.
Red Carpet Redemption - Yahrah St. John 1-3-20

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author.
Practically Persuaded in Pittsburgh - J.B. Schroeder 1-8-20

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon.
The Proposal - Jasmine Guillory 1-27-20

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover!
His Wonder Baby (Miracle Baby, #4) by B.B. Hamel His Wonder Baby - B.B. Hamel 1-13-20

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Bare for the Alpha (Ridge Brothers Bear Shifters, #1) by Olivia T. Turner Bare for the Alpha - Olivia T. Turner 1-18-20

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with hands visible on the cover.
The Bum Magnet by K.L. Brady The Bum Magnet - K.L. Brady 1-2-20

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character.
Mile High - B. Cranford 1-13-20

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Mile High - B. Cranford 1-11-20


message 95: by Erin (new)

Erin **Coffee and Book Addict** (coffeebookaddict) | 48 comments Completed.

10/10

❄️ 1. Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.
Don't Judge a Girl by Her Cover 1/14/2020

❄️2. Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking them self in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for). Whiskey Beach 1/8/2020

❄️3. Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.
Masquerade with the Master 1/21/2020

❄️ 4. Read a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.
Winter in Madrid 1/6/2020

❄️5. Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!
Graceling 1/23/2020

❄️ 6. Read a book with a hot guy on the cover!
The Pride of Jared MacKade 1/24/2020

❄️ 7. Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Frogkisser! 1/28/2020

❄️ 8. Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover. Rugged Texas Cowboy 1/9/2020

❄️ 9. Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.
Canyons of Night 1/15/2020

❄️ 10. Read any book of your choice.
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer 1/17/2020


message 96: by Bookchaser (new)

Bookchaser | 2022 comments 2020 January Monthly Challenge


I’m finished!!!


10/10 Completed


01. Happy January Birthday!: Read a book published in January or read a book with red on the cover in honor of January's birthstone, the Garnet.
Mail-Order Bride by Sandra Donovan 01/16/20
02. Flower of the Month ~ Carnation: Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme, OR a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, OR a book by a favorite author (one you're grateful for).
Carolina Christmas by Sherryl Woods 01/03/20
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in California or New York, or by an author who is from California or New York. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, or a book that includes a character involved in the hospitality industry.
Montana Mistletoe by Kim Law 01/09/20
04. New Year's Day (January 1): Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series.
His First and Last by Terri Osburn 01/20/20
05. Cuddle Up Day (January 6): Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon - or that would be a perfect beach read if you're in the Southern Hemisphere or other warm climate!
A Wedding on Lavender Hill by Annie Rains 01/01/20
06. Male Watchers Day (January 8): Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁
Hot Response by Shannon Stacey 01/11/20
07. Dress Up Your Pet Day (January 14): Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
In Dog We Trust by Beth Kendrick 01/09/20
08. Measure Your Feet Day (January 23): Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover.
Hot & Bothered by Susan Andersen 01/28/20
09. Australia Day (January 26): Read a book set in Australia, or with an Australian author or character, or you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover.
Miracle in Bellaroo Creek by Barbara Hannay 01/30/20
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
It's In His Christmas Wish by Shelly Alexander 01/06/20


Mail-Order Bride by Sandra Donovan Carolina Christmas by Sherryl Woods Montana Mistletoe (The Wildes of Birch Bay, #4.5) by Kim Law His First and Last (Ardent Springs, #1) by Terri Osburn A Wedding on Lavender Hill (Sweetwater Springs #1.5) by Annie Rains Hot Response (Boston Fire, #4) by Shannon Stacey In Dog We Trust (Black Dog Bay #5) by Beth Kendrick Hot & Bothered (Marine #3) by Susan Andersen Miracle in Bellaroo Creek by Barbara Hannay It's In His Christmas Wish (Red River Valley, #7) by Shelly Alexander


message 97: by Melike (new)

Melike | 20 comments FINISHED

2020 January Monthly Challenge


10/10 Completed


01. Happy January Birthday!: Read a book published in January , t. Undone: Freeing Your Feminine Heart from the Knots of Fear and Shame published in january 1/27

02. Flower of the Month ~ a book where someone is starting a new life or remaking themself in some way, . Big Lies in a Small Town1/8

03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~. You can also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance or chick lit, . Can't Escape Love1/10

04. New Year's Day (January 1): Start the New Year off right by reading a book by a new-to-you author, or the first book in a new-to -you series. Your Irresistible LoveLayla Hagen both the author and the series is new to me.
1/25

05. Cuddle Up Day (January 6): Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon -
The Fifth Avenue Story SocietyRachel Hauck1/23
06. Male Watchers Day (January 8): Read a book with a hot guy on the cover! 😁 A Cowboy to Remember (Cowboys of California #1) by Rebekah Weatherspoon
A Cowboy to Remember1/17
07. Dress Up Your Pet Day (January 14): Read a book with an animal in the story o. The Wedding War MC has a Yorkie called Prada 1/30

08. Measure Your Feet Day (January 23): Read a book with feet or hands (or paws) visible on the cover. Broken Things to Mend (Power of the Matchmaker) by Karey White 1/12

09. Australia Day (January 26): you can read a book with green and/or gold on the cover. One Little Lie (The Pelican Harbor #1) by Colleen Coble

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.Such a Fun Age1/28


message 98: by TC (new)

TC | 26 comments Complete!
2020 January Monthly Challenge
Read: 10/5

1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book with red on the cover.
Jacob's Coins by Gillian Larkin 01/24/20 *** Jacob's Coins (Storage Ghost Mystery, #1) by Gillian Larkin

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Read a book where someone is starting a new life.
The Rancher's Unexpected Pregnant Bride: Historical Western Mail Order Bride Romance by Amelia Rose 01/23/20 *

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book by Tessa Bailey
Renaissance Man by Tessa Bailey 01/19/20 ****

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: New to you author and first book in new to you series.
Never Have I Ever Kissed My Brother's Best Friend by Juliet Bardsley 01/11/20 ****

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon.
The Christmas Tree Caper: A Small Town Holiday Cozy Mystery by Melodie March 01/04/20 ****

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover!
Boss Dragon by Alexis Davie 01/10/20 ** Boss Dragon (Dragon Curse of Lunca, #2) by Alexis Davie

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: Read a book with an animal in the story or on the cover (shifters count).
Juneau to Kenai by Debra Dunbar 01/28/20 ***

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with hands visible on the cover.
Once Upon a December by Jess Bryant 01/03/20 **** Once Upon a December by Jess Bryant

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book with green on the cover.
Dead Parrot by Trapper Westing 01/08/20 *** Dead Parrot (Curious Beach Mysteries, #2) by Trapper Westing

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Loose Ends by Morgan Brice 01/06/20 *****


message 99: by JoAnne (new)

JoAnne | 1079 comments FINISHED
RRRC 2020 January Monthly Challenge
Read: 10

Tasks:
1. Happy January Birthday! Read a book published in January.

The You I Never Knew Susan Wiggs 1/21/20

2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Read a book with a hopeful or uplifting theme.
The Book Charmer Karen Hawkins 1/9/20

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Tessa Bailey: Read a book written by Tessa Bailey.
Follow Tessa Bailey 1/18/20

4. January 1 - New Year's Day: Read a book by a new-to-you author.
Julian Jade Allen 1/7/20

5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Read a book that would be perfect to cuddle up with in front of a fire on a snowy afternoon.
The Family Upstairs Lisa Jewell 1/22/20

6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Read a book with a hot guy on the cover!
Unauthorized Deception (Unauthorized, #2) by Lisa Ladew Lisa Ladew 1/4/20

7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day: Read a book with an animal in the story.
Willowleaf Lane RaeAnne Thayne 1/8/20

8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Read a book with hands visible on the cover.
Give Me A Chance (Lake Placid #2) by Natalie Ann Natalie Ann 1/15/20

9. January 26 - Australia Day: Read a book set in Australia AND with an Australian author AND character.
Brumby's Run Jennifer Scoullar 1/20/20

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Dear Wife Kimberly Belle 1/9/20


message 100: by Sonja (new)

Sonja (sonjac) | 1368 comments OMG You guys! I read 9 books this month!!! Would have been all 10 if I hadn't lost my FAC book due to library return! Still... that's pretty epic!

9/10 Read!!!
💙💙💙💙1. Happy January Birthday! The Winter Duke
2. Flower of the Month - Carnation: Over Easy(starting over) - almost done, I'm counting it! LOL
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): The Huntress (Author lives in California)
💙💙💙💙4. January 1 - New Year's Day: The One Real Thing (new to me Author/series)
💙💙💙💙5. January 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Silver Sparks or Muffin Top
💙💙💙💙💙6. January 8 - Male Watchers Day: Getting Played (rawr!)
💙💙💙💙7. January 14 - Dress Up Your Pet Day Brazen and the Beast (beast is going to count as an animal here)
💙💙💙💙8. January 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Twelve Kisses to Midnight (feet)
💙💙💙9. January 26 - Australia Day: Capturing the Devil (gold)
💙💙10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Her Other Secret

Books Read:
The Winter Duke (A Duke for All Seasons #1) by Jillian Eaton Over Easy (Main Street Single Dads #1) by Amelia Wilde The One Real Thing (Hart's Boardwalk, #1) by Samantha Young Silver Sparks (Barringer's Pass #1) by Starr Ambrose / Muffin Top (The Hartigans, #2) by Avery Flynn Getting Played (Getting Some, #2) by Emma Chase Brazen and the Beast (The Bareknuckle Bastards, #2) by Sarah MacLean Twelve Kisses to Midnight (The Oxenburg Princes, #3.5) by Karen Hawkins Capturing the Devil (Stalking Jack the Ripper, #4) by Kerri Maniscalco Her Other Secret (Whitaker Island, #1) by HelenKay Dimon


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