February '20 Serial Reader Challenge

[Nell]

FEBRUARY 2020 SERIAL READER CHALLENGE

February is Great American Pie Month

Source: Food Network

TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FEBRUARY CHALLENGE:

♦Pick five series that you want to read.

♦It can be a new or an on-going series.

♦Post the name of the series and the covers of at least two books that you have not read.

♦There must be at least two unread books in the series. No re-reads allowed.

♦You may re-post a series chosen before as long as there are at least two unread books.

♦Post series now through January 20th.

♦Pairs will be posted on January 21st.

♦Select a series for your partner between January 21st and 24th...sooner is better

♦Next month, read two (or more) books from the series selected for you.

New to the challenge? The thread for challenge guidelines and questions is here

Comments on this thread will be limited to members posting series until the 21st. After pairs are selected, the thread is open for discussion.

Challenge participants are advised to have their GR account set to accept personal messages so the moderator can contact you.

[Nell]

What's your favorite pie?

Participants:

🥧Jennifer picks for Susan
🥧Katherine picks for Hilary
🥧Hilary picks for Meg
🥧Cindy picks for Barbara
🥧Meg picks for Danielle
🥧Fairlee picks for Cynthia
🥧Michelle picks for Cindy
🥧Sharon picks for Helen
🥧Danielle picks for Sharon
🥧Linda R picks for Katherine
🥧Helen picks for Linda R
🥧Cynthia picks for Jennifer
🥧Susan picks for Fairlee
🥧Barbara picks for Michelle

[Jennifer]

Nell wrote: "What's your favorite pie?"

That's easy -- my mother's dutch apple crumb pie. :)

In for February:

Royal Spyness


Secret Book & Scone


Wedding Planner


Josephine Tey


Crime with the Classics

[Katherine]

Favorite pie? That's a tough toss up between Apple, Pumpkin and Chocolate Cream.

In for February. In honor of the Great American Pie Month going with 5 ongoing series related to food. Hoping February is a month I finally get caught up on at least 1 series.

Ellery Adams - Charmed Pie Shoppe Mysteries
Pecan Pies and Homicides
Lemon Pies and Little White Lies

Jessica Beck - Donut Shop Mysteries
Sinister Sprinkles
Evil Eclairs

Nancy CoCo - Candy-Coated Mysteries
All You Need is Fudge
Oh, Fudge!

Joanne Fluke - Hannah Swenson
Red Velvet Cupcake Murder
Blackberry Pie Murder

Jenn McKinlay - Cupcake Bakery Mysteries
Red Velvet Revenge
Going, Going, Ganache

[Hilary (A Wytch's Book Review)]

Cheese and Onion! Hilary's picks

B R Snow's Thousand Island Doggy Inn mysteries
The Case of the Eccentric Elkhound
The Case of the Faithful Frenchie

Emma Miller's Amish B&B mysteries
Plain Missing
Plain Confession

Sophie Kelly's Magical Cat mysteries
Faux Paw
Paws and Effect

Amanda Lee's Embroidery Mysteries
Thread Reckoning
The Long Stitch Good Night

Patrice Greenwood's Wisteria Tearoom mysteries
A Bodkin for the Bride
A Masquerade of Muertos

[Cindy]

I am new to this group so hope I am doing this right.
1. A Magical Cat Mystery



2.Witch City Mystery








3. Second Chance Cat Mystery


4. Candy-Coated Mystery



5. Secret Book and Scone Society

[Meg]

Hmm, hard to choose favorite pie. Banana cream, chocolate cream, custard, pumpkin...!

Here are my books for February:

Kelly Jackson/Redwood Cove
Murder at the Mushroom Festival
Murder at the Marina

Barbara Marr
Saturday Night Cleaver
Dead Man Stalking

Miss Fortune
Gator Bait
Soldiers of Fortune

Southern Ghost Hunter
Murder on the Sugarland Express
Pecan Pies and Dead Guys

Madigan Amos
Foxes and Fatal Attraction
Monday's Murderer

[Fairlee]

I love cherry pie. I hope I can do this this month. Scumble River Coffee house Needlework Monica Ferris Tea House Laura Childs Scrapbook

[Michelle]

Let’s give it a go....

A Mail Carrier Cozy by Tonya Kappes
1. Stamped Out
2. Address for Murder



A Bibliophile Mystery by Kate Carlisle
11 once Upon a Spine
12. Buried in Books



A Camper and Criminals Cozy by Tonya Kappes
1. Beaches, Bungalows and Burglaries
2. Desert, Driving and Derelicts



Resale Boutique Mystery by Debra Sennefelder
1. Murder Wears A Little Black Dress
2. Silenced Sequins



A Jazzi Zander’s Mystery by Judi Lynn
2. The Body in the Wetlands
3. The Body in the Gravel

[Sharon]

I liked the Victoria Abbott series I read last month so much it's back on my list again.
Continuing--
Victoria Abbott: The Wolfe Widow and the Marsh Madness

New to me--
Susan McBride: To Helen Back and Mad as Helen

Sarah Graves: Winter at the Door and The Girls She Left Behind

Peg Cochran: Berried Secrets and Berry the Hatchet

Lorraine Bartlett: A Crafty Killing and The Walled Flower

[Danielle]

Okay, So far reading has been going better for me this year! Even if my first read was a re-read.

Witch City Mysteries


Wishcraft Mysteries


Lucy Valentine Series


Cat Cafe Mysteries


Magical BookShop Mysteries

[Linda]

My favorite pie is pecan (my mom's in particular).

My theme this month is weird catch up where I have read series out of order and am catching up on books I need to read in them.

Hemlock Falls by Claudia Bishop


Bad Hair Day by Nancy J. Cohen


Savannah Reid by G.A. McKevett


Candle making Mysteries by Tim Myers


Murder a Go-Go by Rosemary Martin

[Helen]

Nearly missed this as I’ve been totally off the grid for over a week, and came in to a cafe with wifi to update a few things.

Veronica Black, Sister Joan



Sharon Short Stain-busting mysteries


Nero Blanc Crossword mysteries


Mary Daheim Emma Lord


Amy Vansant, Pineapple Port mysteries


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[Sharon]

I forgot to answer the pie question. I loved my mom's apple pie, but I'll try any kind someone puts in front of me.

[Cynthia]

I'm in.

Magical Bakery Mystery series by Baily Cates (On-going)


Mystery with Recipes series by Isis Crawford (New to me)


Domestic Diva Mystery series by Krista Davis (New to me)


Hannah Swensen series by Joanne Fluke (On-Going)


Cupcake Bakery Mystery series by Jenn McKinlay (On-Going)

[Susan]

February Picks
William Monk mysteries

Wind river mysteries

Mary Russell mysteries

Lord Sheridan mysteries

Mr and Mrs Darcy mysteries

Favourite Pie
Pecan with whipped cream and a strong cup of coffee

[Barbara]

My favorite pie is probably key lime pie.

This month, my theme is February Favorites. The series/authors listed below are some of my favorites that I need to catch up on:

1. Andy Carpenter by David Rosenfelt:


2. Agatha Raisin by M.C. Beaton:


3. Meg Langslow by Donna Andrews:


4. Webb's Glass Shop by Cheryl Hollon:


5. Sarah Winston Garage Sale Mysteries by Sherry Harris:

[Nell]

Welcome to the challenge everyone! Pairs are posted at msg 2. Please pick a series for your partner.

And my favorite pies are my mother's sweet potato pie and my peach cobbler!

[Meg]

Danielle wrote: "Okay, So far reading has been going better for me this year! Even if my first read was a re-read. ..."

This was tough; all the series you listed are mostly ones I've wanted to get back to. So I wanted to choose them all! But, okay, did a blind pick and came up with ... Lucy Valentine!

[Michelle]

Cindy I pick the Candy Coated Mystery for you because I love Mackinaw Island and this is one of my favorite series!! Enjoy!!!

[Linda]

Katherine wrote: "Favorite pie? That's a tough toss up between Apple, Pumpkin and Chocolate Cream.

In for February. In honor of the Great American Pie Month going with 5 ongoing series related to food. Hoping Febru..."

Katherine,

So when everyone was posting their selections and I was mentally picking for them I was hoping I wouldn't have to pick for you since I like all of your choices. For the first time ever I think I have actually read at least one book from all of your choices which is making the decision even harder. I'm going to choose Nancy CoCo's fudge shop for you since that's a series I really want to get back to (it came down to this one and Jenn McKinlay's cupcake series - my favorite!). Happy Reading!

[Jennifer]

Susan wrote: "February Picks
William Monk mysteries

Wind river mysteries
[bookcover:The Dream Stalke..."


Susan, I'm choosing Lord Sheridan for you, because I know that series is finished so it will help you get closer to being all done! Enjoy!

[Hilary (A Wytch's Book Review)]

Meg wrote: "Hmm, hard to choose favorite pie. Banana cream, chocolate cream, custard, pumpkin...!

Here are my books for February:

Kelly Jackson/Redwood Cove
[bookcover:Murder at the Mushroom Festival|3581794..."

Hmm some great choices there Meg - but I think some fun and Miss Fortune is my pick for you :D

[Susan]

Jennifer wrote: "Susan wrote: "February Picks
William Monk mysteries

Wind river mysteries
[bookcover:Th..."
Thanks for this choice. I have both on my little Kobo. Makes for light reading

[Susan]

Fairlee wrote: "I love cherry pie. I hope I can do this this month. Scumble River Coffee house[bookcover:Once Upon a Grin..."
I have chosen the Tea series by Laura Childs for you. It is National hot tea month

[Cynthia]

Hello Jennifer,
I pick for you the Secret, Book, & Scone Society series. It sounds really good and I really love Ellery Adams' Charmed Pie Shoppe series. Enjoy!

I forgot to mention my favorite pie. I love mostly all pies, but if I had to pick a favorite it would be what I call the ABC pie (I've heard it called the red, white, and blue pie though I don't know if that's what it's actually called); it's a pie with a combined apple, blueberry, and cherry filling. I find it to be quite delectable and the flavors of the 3 fruits blend surprisingly well.

[Jennifer]

I'm glad for this pick, Cynthia -- I love Ellery Adams but for some reason haven't started this series. Thanks for the push.

[Barbara]

Michelle wrote: "Let’s give it a go...."

Hi, Michelle,

I am choosing the Mail Carrier Mysteries by Tonya Kappes for you. I've got the first book on my TBR, and I think the idea of a mail carrier protagonist lends itself to all sorts of possibilities! Let us know what you think of them. Happy Reading!!!

[Meg]

Hilary (A Wytch's Book Review) wrote: "Meg wrote: "Hmm, hard to choose favorite pie. Banana cream, chocolate cream, custard, pumpkin...!

Hmm some great choices there Meg - but I think some fun and Miss Fortune is my pick for you :D..."

Awesome, Hil, thx! Love the series but can't seem to get to the books quickly enough. Now I get two next month!

[Katherine]

Linda wrote: "Katherine wrote: "Favorite pie? That's a tough toss up between Apple, Pumpkin and Chocolate Cream.

In for February. In honor of the Great American Pie Month going with 5 ongoing series related to ..."

Thanks Linda!

[Katherine]

Hilary (A Wytch's Book Review) wrote: "Cheese and Onion! Hilary's picks

B R Snow's Thousand Island Doggy Inn mysteries
The Case of the Eccentric Elkhound
[book:The..."

Great picks Hilary, it was hard to choose, but I settled on Sofie Kelly's Magical Cat Series. I love the series and hope you continue to enjoy it.

[Sharon]

Hi, Helen. You have some interesting looking series there, but how can I resist picking an author with my first name! Hope you enjoy Sharon Short's stain-busting mysteries. Enjoy!

[Hilary (A Wytch's Book Review)]

Katherine wrote: "Hilary (A Wytch's Book Review) wrote: "Cheese and Onion! Hilary's picks

B R Snow's Thousand Island Doggy Inn mysteries
The Case of the Eccentric Elkhound [bookcover:The Case of the..."

Thank you Katherine, it is always great to catch up with the kitties!

[Fairlee]

Cynthia-I pick the Cupcake Bakery aeries for you. I love this series. Susan thank you I need to get back to the tea house series.

[Cynthia]

Thank you, Fairlee!

[Cindy]

Barbara wrote: "My favorite pie is probably key lime pie.

This month, my theme is February Favorites. The series/authors listed below are some of my favorites that I need to catch up on:

1. Andy Carpenter by Da..."

Nell wrote: "Welcome to the challenge everyone! Pairs are posted at msg 2. Please pick a series for your partner.

And my favorite pies are my mother's sweet potato pie and my peach cobbler!"

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Barbara I pick the Sarah Winston Garage Sale Mysteries for you. Cindy

[Barbara]

Thank you, Cindy! I have read several of the later books as ARCs and have wanted to start this series from the beginning. Thanks for the choice!

[Cindy]

Michelle wrote: "Cindy I pick the Candy Coated Mystery for you because I love Mackinaw Island and this is one of my favorite series!! Enjoy!!!"

Thanks Michelle I am so looking forward to reading these!

[Danielle]

Sharon wrote: "I liked the Victoria Abbott series I read last month so much it's back on my list again.
Continuing--
Victoria Abbott: The Wolfe Widow and the Marsh Madness
[boo..."

Sharon, I am very sorry for the late reply. I am going to pick the Victoria Square Mysteries for you. Hope you enjoy them!

[Danielle]

Meg wrote: "Danielle wrote: "Okay, So far reading has been going better for me this year! Even if my first read was a re-read. ..."

This was tough; all the series you listed are mostly ones I've wanted to get..."

Thank you! I would say that is a good pick for February. I look forward to reading them! :)

[Sharon]

No problem, Danielle. It's been a busy few days for me. But I couldn't be happier with your pick. Thanks!

[Helen]

Linda wrote: "My favorite pie is pecan (my mom's in particular).

My theme this month is weird catch up where I have read series out of order and am catching up on books I need to read in them.

Hemlock Falls by..."
Hi Linda,
Sorry for the delay in posting. I’ve been travelling with very limited internet access and long days driving.
I don’t know any of your series, but Murder a Go-Go sounds like fun, so I’m choosing those for you.
As for pie, a good Aussie steak and mushroom or steak and kidney is my choice!

[Helen]

Sharon wrote: "Hi, Helen. You have some interesting looking series there, but how can I resist picking an author with my first name! Hope you enjoy Sharon Short's stain-busting mysteries. Enjoy!"

Thank you Sharon. I’ll think of you as I read them.

[Linda]

Helen wrote: "Linda wrote: "My favorite pie is pecan (my mom's in particular).

My theme this month is weird catch up where I have read series out of order and am catching up on books I need to read in them.

He..."

Thank you Helen! My theme for my March serial read is going to be finishing a series and now I'll get to finish two as your pick for February will finish this series for me.

[Cindy]

So I am almost finished with All Fudged UP, the first book Michelle picked for me for the February 2020 read and loving it so much!! Thanks for picking this series for me. Can't wait to start book 2!

[Linda]

Finished my first for the month, It's a Mod, Mod, Mod, Mod Murder. Such a fun start to this series set in 1960's NYC. Looking forward to finishing the series with my next book (I've previously read book 2 in the series).

[Jennifer]

Finished all three books in my series this weekend -- they were wonderful!
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[Cindy]

Michelle wrote: "Cindy I pick the Candy Coated Mystery for you because I love Mackinaw Island and this is one of my favorite series!! Enjoy!!!"

I am loving the Candy Coated Mysteries thanks for picking them for me!

[Meg]

Finished my two Jana Deleon titles and loved them, as always. Ready to dive into more.

[Cindy]

When do we do the picks for March books?