2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Group Suggestions Challenge

[Wayland, Ernest Scribbler]

Based off suggestions from the group, with a few minor additions and tweaks, here's the first (maybe of many) D&J Suggestion Challenge:

2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Challenge

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover.
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Wayland, Ernest Scribbler]

My list:

2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Challenge
43/50

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages The Friends of Eddie Coyle
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. Children of Ruin
3. A book set in the 1700’s Boone: A Biography
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old) Greenwitch
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) The Black Dahlia
6. A book published in the year you were born. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages Go Set a Watchman
8. A Young Adult book. The Son of Neptune
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover. Wild Space
11. A graphic novel. Batman: Earth One, Volume 1
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars. Gideon the Ninth
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read. 2001: A Space Odyssey
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do. Bloody Genius
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages. Dragon Princess
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number). Moon Called
17. A book published in 2020. Peace Talks
18. A book set in the 1800’s Ghostwalkers
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity. Wishful Drinking
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages The Crystal Cave
23. A book set in the 1900’s. Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition
24. A book that’s part of a franchise. Leia: Princess of Alderaan
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it. The Honest Truth About Dishonesty: How We Lie to Everyone---Especially Ourselves
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year. Daisy Jones & The Six
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s. Denver Fury
29. Read a fantasy novel. The Last Dark
30. Read a sci fi novel. This Is How You Lose the Time War
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages. City of Lies
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+ A Memory Called Empire
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials. The Perks of Being a Wallflower
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title. The Lost World
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title. The Amulet of Samarkand
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title. The Operator
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title. Golden in Death
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before. The Children of Green Knowe
39. Reread a favorite book. Fool Moon
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting Colt the Outlander: Shadow of Ruin
42. Read a book with a desert setting Busted Flush
43. Read a book set on or under the sea. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and other Classic Novels
44. Read a novella. Mr. Hannigan's Phone, in If It Bleeds
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages. Sucker Punch
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with. Trail of Lightning
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published Grave Beginnings
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome) The Ill-Made Mute

[Melanie]

2020 D&J Suggestions Challenge (47 / 30) personal goal

[15] 2/18 Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages- Blood Tally
[12] 2/13 A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover- Beautiful Creatures
[42] 6/29 A book set in the 1700’s- Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You
[47] 10/9 A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)- Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator
[7] 1/28 A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)- To Kill a Mockingbird
[27] 4/7 A book published in the year you were born- Bunnicula

[8] 1/30 Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages- Duel at Araluen
[4] 1/18 A Young Adult book- Seven Ways We Lie
[39] 6/14 A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined- A Memory Called Empire
[34] 4/27 A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover- Girls with Razor Hearts
[45] 7/23 A graphic novel- March: Book Two
[22] 3/15 A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars- The Amulet of Samarkand
[28] 4/7 A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read- The Outsiders
[29] 4/8 A book where a major character works in the same field you do- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
[14] 2/16 Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages- Sorcery of Thorns
[43] 7/8 Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number)- Beneath the SkinThe One and Only Ivan (Keniv J Anderson)
[6] 1/27 A book published in 2020- Archangel Rising
[40] 6/21 A book set in the 1800’s- The Ghost Bride
[18] 3/2 A book you see someone reading in public- The Dragonet Prophecy
[23] 3/15 A book written by a celebrity- The Name of God is Mercy
[21] 3/7 Read a steampunk book- The Goblin Emperor
[11] 2/4 Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages- The Lost Colony
[30] 4/17 A book set in the 1900’s- The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August
[16] 2/29 A book that’s part of a franchise- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
[32] 4/19 Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it- Cold Days
[1] 1/7 Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year- Vicious
[17] 3/2 The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read- Spine of the Dragon
[9] 2/1 Read a book set in the 2000’s- Angels & Demons
[5] 1/24 Read a fantasy novel- Empire of Ivory
[25] 3/28 Read a sci fi novel- The Collapsing Empire

[2] 1/11 Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
[38] Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT- Catfishing on CatNet
[] A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials- Gone with the Wind
[31] 4/17 A book set in summer, or with summer in the title- Wish
[10] 2/2 A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title- Small Spaces
[26] 4/4 A book set in winter, or with winter in the title- The Red Pyramid
[36] 5/19 A book set in spring, or with spring in the title- Ninth House

[37] 5/20 A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before- Internment
[19] 3/4 Reread a favorite book- The Girl Who Drank the Moon
[46] 9/18 Read a book with a country in the title- All American Boys
[20] 3/4 Read a book with a polar setting- The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
[13] 1/10 Read a book with a desert setting- Evil Doings at Queen Toot’s Tomb by Billy St. John
[35] 5/2] Read a book set on or under the sea- The Lost Heir
[33] 4/20 Read a novella- Rolling in the Deep

[3] 1/16 Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages- Apex
[24] 3/23 Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with- Aru Shah and the Song of Death
[] A book published in 1920- The Threepenny Opera
[41] 6/25 A book that was originally self-published- James Potter and the Hall of Elders' Crossing
[44] 7/10 A book from a specific sub/micro genre- A Beautifully Foolish Endeavor (hope punk)
[] A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)-

[Sam]

Not sure how many tasks I can accomplish, but I'm in.

Beginner ✔
1. read a book that’s at least 100 pages Schalom
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. We Need New Names
3. A book set in the 1700’s Krabat
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old) Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) 4:50 from Paddington
6. A book published in the year you were born. Kitchen

Intermediate ✔
7. read a book that’s at least 200 pages Im Jenseits ist die Hölle los
8. A Young Adult book. Spieltrieb
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined. Der Drachenbeinthron
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover. All Systems Red
11. A graphic novel. iZombie, Vol. 1: Dead to the World
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars. Sabriel (Rinn)
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read. The Trial
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do. Manchmal lüge ich

Apprentice ✔
15. read a book that’s at least 300 pages. As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number). The Red Magician (recommended by Pat Rothfuss)
17. A book published in 2020. Piranesi
18. A book set in the 1800’s Lyrebird Hill
19. A book you see someone reading in public. Suspicious Minds
20. A book written by a celebrity. Me: Elton John Official Autobiography
21. Read a steampunk book. Soulless

Journeyman ✔
22. read a book at least 400 pages Going Postal
23. A book set in the 1900’s. The True Deceiver
24. A book that’s part of a franchise. After the Funeral
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it. ALPHA…Directions
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year. Into the Water
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read. Artemis Fowl
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s. Baba Yaga Laid an Egg
29. Read a fantasy novel. Dealing with Dragons
30. Read a sci fi novel. A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court

Master
31. read a book that’s at least 500 pages. Der Bonbonpalast
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+ The Gloaming
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials. Der aufblasbare Engel: Roman
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title. Das Werk der Teufelin
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title. Suspicion
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before. Krokodilstränen
39. Reread a favorite book The Judge and His Hangman
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting The Gunslinger
43. Read a book set on or under the sea. Kraken Wakes
44. Read a novella. Die Judenbuche

Grand Master
45. read a book that’s at least 600 pages. Doomsday Book
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with. Fire Season
47. A book published in 1920 A Country Doctor's Notebook
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre The Three-Body Problem (First Contact)
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome) The Thirteenth Tale

[Freya, Dragon Rider]

Saved for 2020!

[Fannie]

I may not concentrate on that challenge, but I will enter the books that fit the prompts.

Great idea!

2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Challenge

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover.
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Sandy]

I'm In! Thanks Wayland for the challenge!

2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Challenge

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover.
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) The Stand 5/20
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined. Ready Player One CMP 1/7/19
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.Lock In 1/5/20
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book. Changeless 1/17/20
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages Serpent 1/7/20 474 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel. Flowers for Algernon 1/2/20
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages. Leviathan Wakes pages 561 1/10/20
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title. Scared Stiff 1/9/20
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea. Serpent CMP - 1/7/19
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with. Skin Game - hades is out of mythology - 1/9/20
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Narilka]

Interesting! Let's see how I do in 2020 :) I'm guessing I'll get about half way.

28/50

Completed:
1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages The Tales of Beedle the Bard
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old) The Two Towers
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) The Disaster Artist: My Life Inside The Room, the Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages Lying Low
8. A Young Adult book. Sorcery of Thorns
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read. And Then There Were None
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages. Pawsitively Cursed
17. A book published in 2020. The Ranger of Marzanna
18. A book set in the 1800’s Etiquette & Espionage
21. Read a steampunk book. Prudence
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages Age of War
23. A book set in the 1900’s. The Ten Thousand Doors of January
24. A book that’s part of a franchise. The Fellowship of the Ring
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read. Written in Red
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s. Dead Beat
29. Read a fantasy novel. Vita Nostra
30. Read a sci fi novel. Junkyard Cats
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages. The Rage of Dragons
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title. Retribution Falls
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before. Soulless
39. Reread a favorite book. Pawn of Prophecy
41. Read a book with a polar setting The Girl and the Stars
43. Read a book set on or under the sea. Throne of Jade
44. Read a novella. Sweep with Me
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with. Magic Steals
47. A book published in 1920 The Mysterious Affair at Styles
48. A book that was originally self-published The Rage of Dragons

Remaining:
3. A book set in the 1700’s
6. A book published in the year you were born.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
42. Read a book with a desert setting
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Vinca]

Ok, I'll give this one a go. Thanks for putting it together Wayland.

Completed: 30/50 (Target: 30)

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages Extreme Medical Services
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. 20th Century Ghosts

3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old) In the Hand of the Goddess
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) Stories of Your Life and Others
6. A book published in the year you were born. Alanna: The First Adventure
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages You Let Me In
8. A Young Adult book. Emperor Mage
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel. Rivers of London: Black Mould
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars. Locke & Key, Vol. 2: Head Games
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages. Asperfell
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.Highfire
18. A book set in the 1800’s Smoke
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book. The Monstrous Burden of Professor Darkwood
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages The Sudden Appearance of Hope
23. A book set in the 1900’s. Limited Wish (interpreting this as 20th Century rather than 1900-1909)
24. A book that’s part of a franchise. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read. Black City Saint
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s. False Value
29. Read a fantasy novel. Wolf-Speaker
30. Read a sci fi novel. Dispel Illusion
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages. Malice
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+ Upright Women Wanted
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title. Written in Bones - set in Winter
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before. Shadows of the Short Days
39. Reread a favorite book. Lioness Rampant
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting The Girl Who Rides Like a Man
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella. All Systems Red
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages. The Dreaming Void
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published The Flight of the Darkstar Dragon
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre The Ten Thousand Doors of January (portal fantasy)
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Rinn, (Retired mod) Captain of the SSV Normandy]

Since I need to up my reading game for 2020 (2019 was bad), what better way than taking part in a challenge!

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover.
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Hayley]

Looks fun! Will try and go for half since I'm concentrating on the super hero challenge :)

Total: 32/50
1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages- Death Sworn
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover- The Dragonbone Chair
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages- Eidolon 239 pages
8. A Young Adult book- The Sweetest Spell
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined- Red Sister
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover
11. A graphic novel
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars- Dragonflight
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages- Sky in the Deep 330 pages
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number)
17. A book published in 2020- Unravel the Dusk
18. A book set in the 1800’s- Bringing Down the Duke
19. A book you see someone reading in public
20. A book written by a celebrity
21. Read a steampunk book- The Black Lung Captain
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages- Heartless 450 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s- The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle
24. A book that’s part of a franchise- Shadows Rising World of Warcraft
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read- First Year
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s- Vampire Debt: Supernatural Battle
29. Read a fantasy novel- Grey Sister
30. Read a sci fi novel- A Memory Called Empire
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages- House of Earth and Blood
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+- Gideon the Ninth
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title- The Crimson Campaign Set in Summer
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title- The Autumn Republic
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title- Section 12 Set in Winter
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title- The Girl the Sea Gave Back Set in Spring
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before- Radiance
39. Reread a favorite book
40. Read a book with a country in the title
41. Read a book with a polar setting- Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage
42. Read a book with a desert setting- The Thousand Names
43. Read a book set on or under the sea- Dark Shores
44. Read a novella- Shard: A Tainted Accords Novella, 4.8
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages- The Dragon Republic 654 pages
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with- Gods of Jade and Shadow Mayan Mythology
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published- The Rage of Dragons
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre- Blood Trial: Supernatural Battle Paranormal
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Vinca]

Hayley wrote: "Looks fun! Will try and go for half since I'm concentrating on the super hero challenge :) ."

I'm hoping a lot of the super hero challenge books will double for this one...

[Elma]

Just what I need to get back into better reading habits this year :)

Completed - 24/50:
1. Beginner: read a book that’s at least 100 pages - Minor Mage (185p) 6.1.20
3. A book set in the 1700’s - Assassin's Creed: Unity (1778-1794) 3.2.20
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover - Highfire 26.3.20
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old) - Haai, Katriena - Wat Vertel Jy My Nou! (Not really a children’s book, but my grandma read it to me when I was a kid –censored, of course) 22.1.20
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) - Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch 11.1.20
6. A book published in the year you were born - Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency (1st pub 1987) 30.1.20
7. Intermediate: read a book that’s at least 200 pages - Key of Stars (337p) 22.1.20
8. A Young Adult book - The Last Unicorn 5.2.20
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined - The Night Circus 22.2.20
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover - Made Things (Homunculi) 5.1.20
11. A graphic novel - The Wicked + The Divine, Vol. 1: The Faust Act 1.1.20
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking-Glass 7.6.20
17. A book published in 2020 - The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home (pub March 2020) 1.6.20
22. Journeyman: read a book at least 400 pages - Ship of Theseus (456p) 18.6.20
23. A book set in the 1900’s - A Gentleman in Moscow] (1922 - 1954) 4.8.20
31. Master - read a book that’s at least 500 pages - The Dragon Reborn (656p) 22.2.20
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+ - Gideon the Ninth 7.1.20
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials - The Calculating Stars (MC: Elma York) 5.1.20
39. Reread a favorite book - The Wee Free Men 30.7.20
44. Read a novella - At the Mountains of Madness 3.1.20
45. Grand Master: read a book that’s at least 600 pages - The Great Hunt (698p) 27.1.20
47. A book published in 1920 – Assorted Lovecraft shorts: The Statement of Randolph Carter, The Cats of Ulthar, Nyarlathotep, The Street , The Doom that Came to Sarnath, Polaris 6.6.20
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre - New Spring (sub-genre: High Fantasy) 8.2.20
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome) - Ella Minnow Pea 6.6.20

In Progress:

Planned:
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do - The Florentine Deception(Cybersecurity)
15. Apprentice: read a book that’s at least 300 pages - Relentless (432p)
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number) - The Long Walk (rec by Scott Hawkins)
18. A book set in the 1800’s - Assassin's Creed: Underworld (1862)
20. A book written by a celebrity - The Wishing Spell (Chris Colfer: Glee)
21. Read a steampunk book - The Iron Assassin
24. A book that’s part of a franchise - Desert Oath (Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Franchise)
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year - The Ocean at the End of the Lane (2013 Fantasy Winner)
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s - Ready Player One (2044)
29. Read a fantasy novel - Boundless
30. Read a sci fi novel - Ender’s Game
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title - Dragons of Summer Flame
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title - Dragons of Autumn Twilight
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title - Dragons of Winter Night
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title - Dragons of Spring Dawning
41. Read a book with a polar setting - The Golden Compass
42. Read a book with a desert setting - The Parched Sea
43. Read a book set on or under the sea - Queen of the Depths
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with - Gods of Jade and Shadow (Mayan)
48. A book that was originally self-published - Senlin Ascends

TBC:
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars -
19. A book you see someone reading in public -
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it -
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read -
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before -
40. Read a book with a country in the title -

[Cupcakes & Machetes, Hybrid Creature]

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover.
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages Missing in Michigan
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined. Just One Damned Thing After Another
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel. Man-Eaters, Vol. 1
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s The Winter Sisters
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book. Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Amy]

14/50

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages The Wee Free Men
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. We Are Legion (We Are Bob)
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)Howl's Moving Castle
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pagesDragonflight
8. A Young Adult book.An Enchantment of Ravens
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined. Uprooted
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.極主夫道, Vol. 1
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars. Red Rising
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages. The Gospel of Loki
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s A Darker Shade of Magic
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.Indiana Jones and the Seven Veils
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.Blackwing
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.The Guns of Nana Joan
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.The Painted Man
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+A Memory Called Empire
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title. Trick
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.Magic Bites
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting William Shakespeare's Star Wars: Verily, A New Hope
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with. Hounded
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian

[Lel]

27/50
Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pagesCrooked Kingdom
A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. The Goblin Emperor 1.2.20
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)The Hobbit, or There and Back Again
A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) Trainspotting 8.3.20
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages We Can Build You 1.1.20
8. A Young Adult book.Scythe16.6.20
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined. Oryx and Crake 15.3.20
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars. A Memory Called Empire
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.Dune Messiah
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.Crewel Lye: A Caustic Yarn22.2.20
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020. Bailey 29.2.20
18. A book set in the 1800’s Alan Quartermain 6.4.20
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pagesGideon the Ninth 16.1.20
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.Sojourn 8.2.20
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.Unclean 23.3.20
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year. Doctor Sleep1.4.20
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read. The Ambassador's Mission 15.2.20
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s. Henri 28.2.20
29. Read a fantasy novel. Grey Sister
30. Read a sci fi novel. Dragonflight 21.2.20
Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle 8.1.20
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+Aced 9.1.20
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.Fall to Earth 31.1.20
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.The Path of Flames 5.1.20
39. Reread a favorite book.The Fellowship of the Ring21.6.20
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar settingHoly Sister21.4.20
42. Read a book with a desert settingThe Desert Spear 5.2.20
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genreSlowly We Rot 23.2.20
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Falynn - the TyGrammarSaurus Rex]

Another challenge? Oh, I can't resist!

Might not manage to do too many of these (will focus on the JLA/JSA challenge), but we shall see...

2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Challenge: 12/50

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages The State of Grace
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. Reasons to Stay Alive
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old) Dragonflight
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) Storm Front
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages Slay
8. A Young Adult book. Girls of Paper and Fire
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages. A Red-Rose Chain
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number). A Memory Called Empire
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity. Wishful Drinking
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year. Children of Blood and Bone
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+ Pet
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before. Gideon the Ninth
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting Trail of Lightning
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Wayland, Ernest Scribbler]

Sure, no order needed Elma. Do them however works for you.

[Nelson]

This is my first time trying this out

12/50

2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Challenge

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages - The Quiet American
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. Humans: A Brief History of How We F*cked It All Up
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read. The Fall of the House of Usher and Other Tales
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages. On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number). Awaken the Giant Within: How to Take Immediate Control of Your Mental, Emotional, Physical and Financial Destiny!
17. A book published in 2020. Limitless: Core Techniques to Improve Performance, Productivity, and Focus
18. A book set in the 1800’s The Count of Monte Cristo
19. A book you see someone reading in public. The Great Divorce
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it. The FastDiet: Lose Weight, Stay Healthy, and Live Longer with the Simple Secret of Intermittent Fasting
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read. A Study in Scarlet
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages. American Gods
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting The Golden Compass
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Roger, Knight Radiant]

I'm going to give this one a shot. I found I was struggle through the other challenge and making myself read books that I didn't like just so I could complete the challenge. It was making me not like reading...

This one though, it looks less ambitious and I think will help me branch out a bit more without the pressure to finish everything I start....

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. Unsouled
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) The Martian or Ready Player One
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages Soulsmith
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages. The Burning White
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+ Gideon the Ninth
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages. The Blood Mirror
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre Lighting Distant Shores
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Tawallah]

2020 Dragons and Jetpacks Challenge

4/50

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
- 128 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover.


3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born.

7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
Falynn gave this 5 stars:

13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.


15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
Set in 1868:

19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.


21. Read a steampunk book.

22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.



31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
New author:

39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.


45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
- still reading
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[B]

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover.
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old)
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around)
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages
8. A Young Adult book.Empire of Sand
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined.
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read.
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages.
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity.
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages
23. A book set in the 1900’s.
24. A book that’s part of a franchise.
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read.
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s.
29. Read a fantasy novel.
30. Read a sci fi novel.
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages.
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+A Careful Heart
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title.
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before.
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title.
41. Read a book with a polar setting
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea.
44. Read a novella.
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages.
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Mike]

Let's see how I did in 2020 (maybe I'll add more before the year is out)

1. Beginner- read a book that’s at least 100 pages The Thief
2. A book that doesn’t have animals or people on the cover. Armada
3. A book set in the 1700’s
4. A book that you loved as a child (say, through grade school/12 years old) Bunnicula
5. A book that’s been made into a movie or tv show (but not the other way around) The High Window
6. A book published in the year you were born.
7. Intermediate- read a book that’s at least 200 pages The Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York
8. A Young Adult book.
9. A previous D&J Book of The Month you missed/was before you joined. Old Man's War
10. A book with any kind of artificial lifeform on the cover.
11. A graphic novel.
12. A book recommended by a D&J member/a D&J member gave 5 stars.
13. A classic (define how you care to) you haven’t read. The Stars My Destination
14. A book where a major character works in the same field you do.
15. Apprentice- read a book that’s at least 300 pages. Crashed
16. Read a book recommended by an author you admire/on an author’s top 10 list (or 5 or whatever number).
17. A book published in 2020.
18. A book set in the 1800’s Two Years Before the Mast and Twenty-Four Years After: V23 Harvard Classics
19. A book you see someone reading in public.
20. A book written by a celebrity. Man and His Symbols
21. Read a steampunk book.
22. Journeyman- read a book at least 400 pages Dragon Wing
23. A book set in the 1900’s. Second City Sinners: True Crime from Historic Chicago's Deadly Streets
24. A book that’s part of a franchise. Confess, Fletch
25. Use the randomizer of your choice, dice, computer, whatever, to pick a book off your To Be Read list, and read it.
26. Read a Goodreads Choice winner from any year.
27. The first book of a series you’ve been meaning to read. Ancillary Justice
28. Read a book set in the 2000’s The Good Detective
29. Read a fantasy novel. Age of Myth
30. Read a sci fi novel. Titanshade
31. Master- read a book that’s at least 500 pages. Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets
32. Read a book with a major character that’s LBGT+ or by an author that’s LGBT+ Rejected Princesses: Tales of History's Boldest Heroines, Hellions, and Heretics
33. A book where a major character or the author shares either your first name or your initials.
34. A book set in summer, or with summer in the title. Maigret Sets a Trap
35. A book set in fall, or with fall/autumn in the title.
36. A book set in winter, or with winter in the title.
37. A book set in spring, or with spring in the title.
38. A book that is in some way new to you- author you’ve not read, series you’re just starting, genre you’ve never read before. She Rides Shotgun
39. Reread a favorite book.
40. Read a book with a country in the title. Midnight in Peking: How the Murder of a Young Englishwoman Haunted the Last Days of Old China
41. Read a book with a polar setting K2: Life and Death on the World's Most Dangerous Mountain ok, I'm stretching here, but K2 is surrounded by ice, snow and freezing temperatures
42. Read a book with a desert setting
43. Read a book set on or under the sea. Empire of Blue Water: Captain Morgan's Great Pirate Army, the Epic Battle for the Americas, and the Catastrophe That Ended the Outlaws' Bloody Reign
44. Read a novella. The Postman Always Rings Twice
45. Grand Master- read a book that’s at least 600 pages. Future Noir Revised & Updated Edition: The Making of Blade Runner
46. Read a book based on mythology you’re not familiar with.
47. A book published in 1920
48. A book that was originally self-published Son of a Liche
49. A book from a specific sub/micro genre Inspector Imanishi Investigates
50. A book recommended by a librarian (because librarians are awesome)

[Melanie]

I think I am finished with this challenge for the year. 47/50 books read, but I well surpassed my personal goal.

Here's my list: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...