2021 February Monthly Challenge

[Susan]

I'm in!

10/10

1. Happy February Birthday!:
💘Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
Hunted in Conard County - Rachel Lee (HRS #2125 - Feb 2021) - Feb 2

2. Baby Names!
💘Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative!:
This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
A Nice Day for a Cowboy Wedding - Nicole Helm (Kensington - Sept 2018) (Shane/Rancher - Man of the Earth) - Feb 6

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis:
💘Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

💘You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
The Marine Makes Amends - Victoria Pade (HSE #2812 - Jan 2021) (cont. romance) - Feb 10

4. February is Great American Pie Month:
💘Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
Back in the Texan's Bed - Naima Simone (HD #2785 - Feb 2021) (chef) - Feb 3

5. February 1st is No Politics Day:
💘Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
A Family for the Titanic Survivor - Lauri Robinson (HH #1554 - Jan 2021) - Feb 8

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day:
💘Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
The Runaway Princess Bride - Lenora Worth (Tule - Aug 2018) - Feb 9

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day:
💘Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Healed with a Kiss - Sharon Buchbinder (CPC Publishing - Feb 2021) (Valentine's Day) - Feb 4

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll!:
💘Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Handsome Cowboy - Lori Wilde, Liz Alvin (Epiphany Orchards Press - Aug 2019) (Homecoming parade) - Feb 11

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day:
💘Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Dead Man District - Julie Miller (HI #1975 - Jan 2021) (Beauty and the Beast-ish) - Feb 8

10. Reader's Choice:
💘Read any book of your choice!
Do or Die - Suzanne Brockmann (Ballantine - Feb 2014) - Feb 13

[Barbara ★]

February Challenge

READ: 10/10

✔ 1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
A Darkness Absolute - Kelley Armstrong (pub Feb 7, 2017) 2/20

✔ 2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them. This month's names: Adam, Lucas, Grace, Olivia
Glazed Murder - Jessica Beck (Grace Gauge) 2/23

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name. You may alsoread a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
The Memory Collector - Meg Gardiner 2/20

✔ 4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
The Wicked Will Rise - Danielle Paige 2/5

✔ 5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
The Bourbon Kings - J.R. Ward 2/17

✔ 6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Tiffany Blues - M.J. Rose 2/10

✔ 7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Super Sad True Love Story - Gary Shteyngart 2/9

✔ 8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Not That Kind of Girl - Susan Donovan 2/18

✔ 9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
A Vow So Bold and Deadly - Brigid Kemmerer (Beauty & the Beast) 2/24

✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
Wraith - Helen Harper 2/8



CHALLENGE COMPLETE

[Rissa]

Happy 1st day of February, everyone! :)

[Juana "Darkness"]

I’m in.

February Monthly Challenge

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.

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

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!

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

[Hina]

Hi all, I am in! I haven't been on Goodreads for the last couple of years. But I am trying to get back into reading and monthly challenges, so I might be a little rusty with this.

2021 February Monthly Challenge
Duration: 2/1/2021 - 2/28/2021
0/10 Completed


1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).

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

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!

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

[Shan ~A~]

2021 February Monthly Challenge ~ Completed!!

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
Frat Hell by S.M. Shade ~ published 02/27/18 ~ 02/28

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
Misadventures of a City Girl by Meredith Wild ~ mountain man hero lives off the land ~ 02/27

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

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
Hide Your Crazy by Lani Lynn Vale ~ MPG Contemporary Romance ~ 02/02

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
Seduced by the Stranger by Allison Gatta ~ P I E in series tittle ~ The Napoline Royals series book 1 ~ 02/01

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
Beyond the Highland Mist by Karen Marie Moning ~ 02/25; last read 08/31/14

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Taming Teddy by Lucy Lennox ~ Read by Rissa & Rated 4 stars ~ 02/03
https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
by Marley Valentine ~ 02/08

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
One of the Guys by Delaney Diamond ~ purple cover

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Four Psychos by Kristy Cunning ~ fantasy ~ 02/13

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall ~ 02/26

[Bookchaser]

2021 February Monthly Challenge



5/10 Completed


01. Happy February Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
A Highlander in a Pickup by Laura Trentham 02/07/21
02. Baby Names!: 👶Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
Love Lessons in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk
OR
Colorado Promise by Charlene Whitman
OR
Head Over Paws by Debbie Burns
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jill Shalvis: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
A Fool's Gold Wedding by Susan Mallery 02/02/21
04. Great American Pie Month: 🥧Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
Sweet Surprise by Candis Terry
OR
The Sweetheart Deal by Syndi Powell
OR
From Scratch by Rachel Goodman
05. No Politics Day (February 1): 📚Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
Reunited on Dragonfly Lane by Annie Rains 02/08/21
06. Make a Friend Day (February 11): 🧑🏽Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Theron's Hope by Rebecca Anthony Lorino
OR
Roman by Marilyn Campbell
OR
Arsenic And Old Armor by May McGoldrick
07. Valentine's Day (February 14): 💕Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Texas Love Song by Jodi Thomas
OR
Highland Dream by Tess Mallory
OR
Play For Me by Hanna Martine
08. Mardi Gras (February 16): 🎉Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Secrets Gone South by Alicia Hunter Pace 02/04/21
09. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): 🧚🏼‍♀️Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Fire in His Chaos by Ruby Dixon
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice!
Baby Dreams in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk 02/02/21



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[Rissa]

Welcome everyone!

Hina, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask! :)

[LaurLa]

February Monthly Challenge
February 2021

My Monthly Challenge (msg 59)

Books Read: 10



✔1. Happy February Birthday!
🔹Read a book published in February
🔹Three Sisters - 02.05 ★★★★

✔2. Baby Names!
🔹Read a book with one of the following popular baby names: Lucas
🔹Meant to Be - 02.06 ★★★★

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis
🔹Read one book set in California
🔹Not Quite Over You - 02.28 ★★★★

✔4. February is Great American Pie Month
🔹Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the book title
🔹The Happiest Man In The Territory - 02.06 ★★★

✔5. February 1st is No Politics Day
🔹Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
🔹Fatal Fraud - 02.01 ★★★★

✔6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day
🔹Read a book that has been recommended to you that you haven't managed to read
🔹The Darkest King - 02.07 ★★★★

✔7. February 14th is Valentine's Day
🔹Read a book has someone kissing/embracing on the cover
🔹His for the Taking - 02.17 ★★★

✔8. February 16th is Mardi Gras
🔹Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene
🔹R Is for Rebel - 02.28 ★★★

✔9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day
🔹Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one
🔹Dark Sexy Knight - 02.27 ★★★★

✔10. Reader's Choice
🔹Read any book of your choice!
🔹A New Leash on Love - 02.25 ★★★★

[Hina]

Rissa wrote: "Welcome everyone!

Hina, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask! :)"

Thanks!

[[deleted user]]

2021 February Monthly Challenge
6/10

✔1. Happy February Birthday!
Pursuit of the Truth by K.D. Richards
{PUBLISHED IN FEBRUARY}
February 15th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

💜2. Baby Names!

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis:
The Boyfriend Project by Farrah Rochon
{SHELVED AS CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE}
February 3rd, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔4. February is Great American Pie Month.
The Worst Best Man by Mia Sosa
{NUMBER 3 IN THE PAGE COUNT}
February 4th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐

✔5. February 1st is No Politics Day.
Heart of Evil by Heather Graham
{REREAD A FAVORITE}
February 11th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

💜6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day.

✔7. February 14th is Valentine's Day.
A Winning Season by Rochelle Alers
{RED ON THE COVER}
February 10th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔8. February 16th is Mardi Gras.
A Change of Heart by Sonali Dev
{GREEN ON THE COVER}
February 20th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

💜9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day.

💜10. Reader's Choice:

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[Christine]

🌹💎💕💎💕💎🌹February🌹💎💕💎💕💎🌹 FINISHED 02/26/21

1. A book published in February- Lilian and the Irresistible Duke ⭐⭐⭐ Feb 26

2. Baby's Name: Grace- The Paris Model by Alexandra Joel ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐ FEB 18

3.RITA award- The Black Hawk by Joanna Bourne ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ FEB 23

4. Letters of P I E in the title, author's name, or series- *The Problem with Forever by Jennifer Armentrout ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ FEB 21
*Also a RITA

5. A reread Twilight by Stephenie Meyer ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Feb 25

6. Book read by another participant- This Earl of Mine by Kate Bateman ⭐⭐⭐ Feb 26

7. Red, pink, or kissing on the cover- Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Feb 16

8. Book with a party scene- Tudor Christmas Tidings by Blythe Gifford ⭐⭐⭐ Feb 25

9. Fairytale retelling- Dark Breaks the Dawn by Sara B. Larson ⭐⭐⭐ Feb 8

10. Reader’s Choice- Duke of Midnight by Elizabeth Hoyt ⭐⭐⭐ Feb 25

[Rissa]

Woohoo, first week of February down! Hope everyone is having a good time reading their February books! :) 💘

[Rissa]

Natalie wrote: "I'm in and am reserving my spot! It's my first time so I'm going to try really, really hard :)

0/10 read

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a pur..."

Sorry, Natalie, just fully read your post! Welcome, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask! :)

[Rissa]

April wrote: "2021 February Monthly Challenge~Happy Birthday to ME!!!

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the A..."

Happy Birthday month, April!

[Rissa]

Sallie(GeorgiaGirl) wrote: "2021 February Monthly Challenge~Happy Birthday to ME!!!

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the A..."

Happy Birthday month, Sallie!

[Aminko]

2021 February Monthly Challenge
February 1 to February 28, 2021

Read: 0/10

1. Happy February Birthday! - One Day in December by Josie Silver

2. Baby Names! - Kadin by Mel Teshco

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis - Simply Irresistible by Jill Shalvis

4. February is Great American Pie Month - A Most Unlikely Duke by Sophie Barnes

5. February 1st is No Politics Day - Confess by Coleen Hoover

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day - The Invitation by Vi Keeland

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day - Red, White & Royal Blue by Casy McQuiston

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras - The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day - The Ugly Stepsister by Aya Ling

10. Reader's Choice - The Girl with the Make-Believe Husband by Julia Quinn

[Jennie-Lee~abookishwonderer~]

2021 February Monthly Challenge
Read: 0/10

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
♥️If He's Wicked by Hannah Howell

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).

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

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!

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

[Shelley]

2021 February Monthly Challenge




✔ 1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February. The Other Mrs. - published 2/2020 - 2/11/21


✓ 2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character with one of the following popular baby names. This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant). The Girl from Widow Hills - MC is named Olivia - 2/19/21


✓ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Read one book written by Jill Shalvis. The Lemon Sisters

You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.


✔ 4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. Tidelands by Philippa Gregory - 2/7/21

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!


✔ 6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Read a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet. Mexican Gothic (DON'T DO IT!)

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!

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

[.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•]

Completed!

2021 February Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February

Love Bites by Lynsay Sands - 10/02/2021

✔️2. Baby Names! Read a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant) - Chase (view spoiler)[found out has an elf ancestor (hide spoiler)]

Shaded Vision by Yasmine Galenorn - 05/02/2021

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Read one book written by Jill Shalvis

The Forever Girl by Jill Shalvis - 06/02/2021

✔️4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name

Debt Inheritance by Pepper Winters - 03/02/2021

✔️5. February 1st is No Politics Day. - Read a new book from a favorite author!

Ash Princess by Eve Langlais - 03/02/2021

✔️6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day - Read a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.

Sweep with Me by Ilona Andrews - 01/02/2021

✔️7. February 14th is Valentine's Day - Read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover

Breaking Without You by Carrie Ann Ryan - 06/02/2021

✔️8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a purple cover

The Ugly Duchess by Eloisa James - 10/02/2021

✔️9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that has a fantasy genre

Bone Magic by Yasmine Galenorn - 01/02/2021

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

Harvest Hunting by Yasmine Galenorn - 02/02/2021

[Rissa]

.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*• wrote: "Completed!

2021 February Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February

Love Bites by [author:L..."

Woohoo, congrats! Awesome job! :)

[Susan]

10/10 DONE!!!

1. Happy February Birthday!:
💘Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
Hunted in Conard County - Rachel Lee (HRS #2125 - Feb 2021) - Feb 2

2. Baby Names!
💘Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative!:
This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
A Nice Day for a Cowboy Wedding - Nicole Helm (Kensington - Sept 2018) (Shane/Rancher - Man of the Earth) - Feb 6

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis:
💘Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

💘You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
The Marine Makes Amends - Victoria Pade (HSE #2812 - Jan 2021) (cont. romance) - Feb 10

4. February is Great American Pie Month:
💘Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
Back in the Texan's Bed - Naima Simone (HD #2785 - Feb 2021) (chef) - Feb 3

5. February 1st is No Politics Day:
💘Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
A Family for the Titanic Survivor - Lauri Robinson (HH #1554 - Jan 2021) - Feb 8

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day:
💘Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
The Runaway Princess Bride - Lenora Worth (Tule - Aug 2018) - Feb 9

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day:
💘Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Healed with a Kiss - Sharon Buchbinder (CPC Publishing - Feb 2021) (Valentine's Day) - Feb 4

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll!:
💘Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Handsome Cowboy - Lori Wilde, Liz Alvin (Epiphany Orchards Press - Aug 2019) (Homecoming parade) - Feb 11

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day:
💘Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Dead Man District - Julie Miller (HI #1975 - Jan 2021) (Beauty and the Beast-ish) - Feb 8

10. Reader's Choice:
💘Read any book of your choice!
Do or Die - Suzanne Brockmann (Ballantine - Feb 2014) - Feb 13

[Rissa]

Susan wrote: "10/10 DONE!!!

1. Happy February Birthday!:
💘Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
[book:Hunted in Conard County|544..."

Wonderful! Congratulations! :)

[Bookchaser]

2021 February Monthly Challenge



8/10 Completed


01. Happy February Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
A Highlander in a Pickup by Laura Trentham 02/07/21
02. Baby Names!: 👶Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
Head Over Paws by Debbie Burns 02/12/21
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jill Shalvis: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
A Fool's Gold Wedding by Susan Mallery 02/02/21
04. Great American Pie Month: 🥧Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
Love Lessons in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk 02/20/21
05. No Politics Day (February 1): 📚Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
Reunited on Dragonfly Lane by Annie Rains 02/08/21
06. Make a Friend Day (February 11): 🧑🏽Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Theron's Hope by Rebecca Anthony Lorino
OR
Roman by Marilyn Campbell
OR
Arsenic And Old Armor by May McGoldrick
07. Valentine's Day (February 14): 💕Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Texas Love Song by Jodi Thomas
OR
Highland Dream by Tess Mallory
OR
Play For Me by Hanna Martine
08. Mardi Gras (February 16): 🎉Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Secrets Gone South by Alicia Hunter Pace 02/04/21
09. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): 🧚🏼‍♀️Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Fire in His Chaos by Ruby Dixon 02/15/21
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice!
Baby Dreams in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk 02/02/21



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[M]

COMPLETED!!!!

2021 February Monthly Challenge
10/10 read


1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
Red Card by Carrie Aarons
3.5 stars 2/7/21

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
Bad Girl by Piper Lawson (H's sister is named Grace) 3.5 stars 2/10/21

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

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
Good Girl by Piper Lawson 3.5 stars 3/10/21

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
The Sound of Silenceby Dakota Willink (350 pages) 4 stars 2/5/21

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
The Strike Out by Meghan Quinn (has 331 pages) 4.5 stars 2/2/21


6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Beast by Measha Stone 3.5 stars 2/14/21


7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Love Unexpected 3.5/4 stars 2/9/21

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Feast of Sparks by Sierra Simone (has a party scene) 3/3.5 stars 2/9/21

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Love Thy Neighbor 4.5 stars 2/11/21

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
The Takeover by T.L. Swan 4 stars 2/4/21


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

[AliciaJ]

2021 February Monthly Challenge
10/10 Done! 😊🎉 2/14/21

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.

2/2

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).

(MC Lucas) 2/14

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

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.

2/2

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.

2/7

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!

2/6

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.

2/9

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.

2/1

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)

2/4

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!

2/4

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

2/9

[Wealie]

All finished :O) see - Message 36

[Rissa]

Congratulations M, AliciaJ, and Wealie! 🥳🥳🥳
Awesome job!!!

[Patrizia]

Just finished.

2021 February Monthly Challenge

5/5 ROMANCE

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
Trailing a Killer by Carol J. Post 10 February; 4☆


2. Baby Names!

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name.
The Lemon Sisters by Jill Shalvis 5 February; 5☆


You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
Blame It on Scotland by Patience Griffin 14 February; 5☆


5. February 1st is No Politics Day.

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day.

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Once In A Lifetime by Leeanna Morgan 18 February; 4 1/2☆


8. February 16th is Mardi Gras.

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
Christmas Up in Flames by Lisa Harris 9 February; 4 1/2☆

[JoAnne]

Finished on post #35

[Rissa]

Woohoo, Patrizia and JoAnne! WAY TO GO!!!! 🥳🥳🥳

[Sandra]

ALL DONE!

1. purple cover - You Can't Hide - Karen Rose - 7 FEB
2. an author with popular baby names - To Tempt a Sheikh - Olivia Gates - 9 FEB
3. Contemporary Romance - Thomas - Liliana Hart - 4 FEB
4. P I E in the book title - Lethal Pursuit - Kaylea Cross - 10 FEB
5. Reread a favorite - Dark Lover - J.R. Ward - 3 FEB
6. recommended to you in the past - Danger Close - Kaylea Cross - 16 FEB
7. something red on the cover - Undead and Unwed - MaryJanice Davidson - 16 FEB
8. set in Italy - Our Italian Summer - Jennifer Probst - 12 FEB
9. fantasy genre - Wolf of Stone - Quinn Loftis - 9 FEB
10. Reader's Choice - Faithless in Death - J.D. Robb - 13 FEB

[Rissa]

Sandra wrote: "ALL DONE!

1. purple cover - You Can't Hide - Karen Rose - 7 FEB
2. an author with popular baby names - To Tempt a Sheikh - Olivia Gates..."

Yay, Sandra, great job! 🥳🥳🥳

[Michaele]

Done!

10/10

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst. Pretty Sweet, Riley Hart, 2/8

2. Baby Names! This month's names: Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Third Time's the Charm, K. Evan Coles, 2/5

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Natural Blond Instincts, Jill Shalvis, 2/21

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. Laying Pipe, Kiki Clark, 2/6

5. February 1st is No Politics Day.Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author! A Boyfriend for Christmas, Jay Northcote, 2/18

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, Rissa rated this book 5 stars, #First Impressions #Second Chances, Heidi Belleau, 2/21

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. Pretty Perfect, Riley Hart, 2/7

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.) Heat Wave: Tuscaloosa, Jeff Adams, 2/5

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. Romancing the Ugly Duckling, Clare London, 2/12

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice! The Sweetest Fix, Tessa Bailey, 2/15

[Rissa]

Michaele wrote: "Done!

10/10

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst. Pretty Sweet, [aut..."

Awesome job, Michaele!!!! Congratulations! 🥳🥳🥳

[Connie N.]

All done, with time to spare!

2021 February Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 2/1/21 to 2/28/21
10/10

1. Happy February Birthday! - Published in February - Reed by Sawyer Bennett - 2/13/21 ♥♥♥♥

Pub 2/6/18

2. Baby Names! - Includes a character with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them - Olivia - The Last Little Blue Envelope by Maureen Johnson - 2/21/21 ♥♥♥♥

MC is Oliver, which is the male version of Olivia.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Written by Jill Shalvis - Blue Flame by Jill Shalvis - 2/17/21 ♥♥♥♥


4. February is Great American Pie Month – With a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4 - Bloody Mary by J.A. Konrath - 2/10/21 ♥♥♥♥

384 pgs

5. February 1st is No Politics Day - Reread a favorite - Slightly Married by Mary Balogh - 2/4/21 ♥♥♥♥♥

I enjoyed it just as much the second time as I did the first!

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day - Goodreads friend recommended a book to you - Royal Treatment by Tracy Wolff - 2/6/21 - ♥♥♥♥

Recommended by Camille.

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day - Someone kissing/embracing on the cover - The Right Kind of Rogue by Valerie Bowman - 2/11/21 ♥♥♥♥


8. February 16th is Mardi Gras - Set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras - Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells - 2/23/21 ♥♥

Set in New Orleans, LA

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day - Ends in "happily ever after" - This Earl of Mine by Kate Bateman - 2/14/21 ♥♥♥♥


10. Reader's Choice - Any book - The Guy Not Taken: Stories by Jennifer Weiner - 2/7/21 ♥♥♥


******CHALLENGE COMPLETE 2/23/21*****

[Frankie]

2021 February Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February.
Between The Lines-T Gephart 2/12

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
(Grace Shaw)
Playing with Fire-L.J. Shen 2/06

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Read one book written by Jill Shalvis.
Jill Shalvis-It's in His Kiss 2/12

4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title.
Deadly Pursuit-Misty Evans 2/11

5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a new book from a favorite author!
Lani Lynn Vale-Conjugal Visits 2/24

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day.
Read a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Savaged-Mia Sheridan 2/18

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover.
Fatal Deception-Marie Force 2/17

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
(Louisiana)
Easy Melody-Kristen Proby 2/01

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Reckless Memories-Catherine Cowles 2/01

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
The Preacher's Son-Patricia Johns 2/06

[Mojca]

DONE!


1. Happy February Birthday!
Under Currents by Nora Roberts ✓ 1 Feb

2. Baby Names!
Hideaway by Nora Roberts ✓ 5 Feb (Grace - minor character)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis
Tightrope by Amanda Quick ✓ 9 Feb (set in California)

4. February is Great American Pie Month.
Faithless in Death by J.D. Robb ✓ 7 Feb (383 p.)

5. February 1st is No Politics Day.
Untouchable by Jayne Ann Krentz ✓ 16 Feb

6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day.
Say You're Sorry by Karen Rose ✓ 22 Feb

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day.
Wolf Rain by Nalini Singh ✓ 18 Feb

8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll!

Alpha Night by Nalini Singh ✓ 20 Feb

9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day.
Close Up by Amanda Quick ✓ 13 Feb (HEA)

10. Reader's Choice
Into the Dark by Karen Rose ✓ 24 Feb

[Rissa]

Congratulations Connie N., Frankie, and Mojca! 🥳🥳🥳
Awesome job!!!

[Tiki]

My Spot!
💘💘2021 February Monthly Challenge💐💐
6/6 COMPLETED!!


❤️1. Happy February Birthday!
Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
Trierna by: Serena Akeroyd (02/02/21)

2. Baby Names!
Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).

❤️3.Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis:
Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jill Shalvis' backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about Jill Shalvis:
* Jill Shalvis lives in California
* She published her first novel in 1999
* She writes Contemporary Romance
* Jill won a RITA award for Simply Irresistible

You may also read a book set in California,or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
Magic in the Wind by: Christine Feehan (02/07/21)

❤️4. February is Great American Pie Month
Read a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4. Page: 347
Unforgiven by: B.J. Daniels (02/11/21)

5. February 1st is No Politics Day
Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!

6.February 11th is Make a Friend Day
Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you, or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.

7. February 14th is Valentine's Day
Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.

❤️8. February 16th is Mardi Gras
Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
How to Claim an Undead Soul by: Hailey Edwards (02/25/21)

❤️9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day
Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Finding Her Luck by: Isoellen (02/24/21)

❤️10. Reader's Choice:
Read any book of your choice!
The Pet Project by: Amanda Milo (02/19/21)

***CHALLENGE COMPLETED 02/25/2021***

[Christine]

Finished post #26. Thank you for the challenge :)

[Rissa]

Tiki wrote: "My Spot!
💘💘2021 February Monthly Challenge💐💐
6/6 COMPLETED!!


❤️1. Happy February Birthday!
Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthsto..."

Awesome job, Tiki!!!! Congratulations! 🥳🥳🥳

[Rissa]

Christine L. wrote: "Finished post #26. Thank you for the challenge :)"

Yay, Christine L, great job! 🥳🥳🥳

You are welcome, it's always fun times! :)

[Nayara]

February Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed

✔ 🎂 1. Happy February Birthday!
Alone in the Wild (published February 4th 2020) - 4⭐ - 02/01

✔ 🍼 2. Baby Names - Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant)
Summoned to Thirteenth Grave - 5⭐ - 02/04

✔ 📝 3. FAC - Jill Shavis -
Read a book that is shelved as Contemporary Romance.
Deep - 3⭐ - 02/04

✔ 🥧 4. Great American Pie Month-
Read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry
Tangled Threads - 3⭐ - 02/26

✔ 🚫 5. No Politics Day - Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book.
Gemina - 5⭐ - 02/16

✔ 🤝 6. Make a Friend Day - Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you
From Blood and Ash - 3⭐ - 02/12

✔ 💌 7. Valentine's Day- Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover.
Siege & Storm - 3.5⭐ - 02/14

✔ 🎊 8. Mardi Gras - Read a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Angels & Demons - 2⭐ - 02/24

✔ 👑 9. Tell a Fairy Tale Day - Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one.
Juliet Immortal - 3⭐ - 02/02

✔ 📌 10. Reader's Choice
Daring and the Duke - 3⭐ - 02/11

[Rissa]

Nayara wrote: "February Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed

✔ 🎂 1. Happy February Birthday!
Alone in the Wild (published February 4th 2020) - 4⭐ - 02/01

✔ 🍼 2. Baby Names - Olivia (Ancestor's De..."

Awesome job, Nayara!!!! Congratulations! 🥳🥳🥳

[Rissa]

2 more days left in February! :)

[Elaine]

Finished ~ see post 37
Thanks for the challenge 😁

[Bookchaser]

2021 February Monthly Challenge



9/10 Completed


01. Happy February Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
A Highlander in a Pickup by Laura Trentham 02/07/21
02. Baby Names!: 👶Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Adam (Man Of The Earth), Lucas (From Lucania, Italy), Grace (Charm), Olivia (Ancestor's Descendant).
Head Over Paws by Debbie Burns 02/12/21
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jill Shalvis: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
A Fool's Gold Wedding by Susan Mallery 02/02/21
04. Great American Pie Month: 🥧Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
Love Lessons in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk 02/20/21
05. No Politics Day (February 1): 📚Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
Reunited on Dragonfly Lane by Annie Rains 02/08/21
06. Make a Friend Day (February 11): 🧑🏽Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Theron's Hope by Rebecca Anthony Lorino - 02/26/21
07. Valentine's Day (February 14): 💕Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Hopeless Romantic by Marina Adair
OR
Texas Love Song by Jodi Thomas
OR
Highland Dream by Tess Mallory
OR
Play For Me by Hanna Martine
08. Mardi Gras (February 16): 🎉Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Secrets Gone South by Alicia Hunter Pace 02/04/21
09. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): 🧚🏼‍♀️Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
Fire in His Chaos by Ruby Dixon 02/15/21
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice!
Baby Dreams in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk 02/02/21



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[Barbara ★]

All done.

February Challenge

READ: 10/10

✔ 1. Happy February Birthday! - Read a book published in February, or read a book with a purple cover in honor of February's birthstone, the Amethyst.
A Darkness Absolute - Kelley Armstrong (pub Feb 7, 2017) 2/20

✔ 2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them. This month's names: Adam, Lucas, Grace, Olivia
Glazed Murder - Jessica Beck (Grace Gauge) 2/23

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Jill Shalvis: Read one book written by Jill Shalvis, or any author with her first or last name. You may alsoread a book set in California, or by an author who is from California. You can also read any book published in 1999, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book by any author who has won a RITA award.
The Memory Collector - Meg Gardiner 2/20

✔ 4. February is Great American Pie Month. Read a book a book that includes the letters P I E in the author's name, book title, or series title. You can also read a book with a MC who is a baker or works in the food industry, or read a book with a page count that has the numbers: 3, 1, or 4.
The Wicked Will Rise - Danielle Paige 2/5

✔ 5. February 1st is No Politics Day. Read a book that is refreshing, turn off the TV, don't look at your social media, and stick your nose on a really good book. Reread a favorite or that new book from a favorite author!
The Bourbon Kings - J.R. Ward 2/17

✔ 6. February 11th is Make a Friend Day. Ask one of your Goodreads friend to recommend a book to you. Or make a friend and ask whoever posts after you on this thread to choose a book from one of your chosen shelves (See post #3 for the list of people who are in this challenge). You may also read a book read by any participant of this challenge and rated 4 stars or higher, or a book that has been recommended to you in the past that you haven't managed to read yet.
Tiffany Blues - M.J. Rose 2/10

✔ 7. February 14th is Valentine's Day. Read a book that has something red, pink, or a heart on the cover. You can also read a book that has someone kissing/embracing on the cover, or a book that has a Valentine's Day theme.
Super Sad True Love Story - Gary Shteyngart 2/9

✔ 8. February 16th is Mardi Gras. Laissez les bons temps rouler ~ Let the good times roll! Read a book that has a carnival, parade, or party scene. You can also read a book that has a yellow/gold, green, or purple cover, or a book that is set in a location that celebrates Mardi Gras (Louisiana, Alabama, Italy, Brazil, etc.)
Not That Kind of Girl - Susan Donovan 2/18

✔ 9. February 26th is Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Read a book that is based on a fairy tale or is a retelling of one. You can also read a book that has a fantasy genre, or my personal favorite - read a book that ends in "happily ever after"!
A Vow So Bold and Deadly - Brigid Kemmerer (Beauty & the Beast) 2/24

✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
Wraith - Helen Harper 2/8



CHALLENGE COMPLETE

[Rissa]

Elaine wrote: "Finished ~ see post 37
Thanks for the challenge 😁"

Yay, Elaine, great job! 🥳🥳🥳

You are welcome, I enjoy doing it! :)