Question for 2022 Challenge

[Lauren]

Hi everyone,

I am beginning to think of next year's challenge and was wondering how many historical mysteries you all read per month on average.

Please reply in this thread.
Thanks!
Lauren

[Emma]

Maybe 5? I read about 30 books a month but only about 5 historical mysteries.

[Helen]

I read at least 20 books a month -- they are all historical mysteries.

[Sandy]

We are heavy readers! Based on what I've read for this year's challenge, I average 4 a month.

[John]

I'm honestly finding 52 books a bit challenging. Previous years haven't been nearly this many required. I read a lot, but not just historical fiction. Next year, if it's more than, say, 35 books total, I'd have think about passing on it.

[Kimberly]

The challenge has been hard for me. I have found some new authors because of other people's list. I read about 10 books a month, but not all are historic fiction. I agree with John that 35 a year seems a better number for the challenge.

[Peggyzbooksnmusic]

I'm a slow reader plus I also read historical fiction, contemporary fiction and non fiction. In the historical mystery genre I average 1 to 3 books a month. Even though I know I won't read 52 mysteries this year I've enjoyed the challenge!

[Lauren]

John wrote: "I'm honestly finding 52 books a bit challenging. Previous years haven't been nearly this many required. I read a lot, but not just historical fiction. Next year, if it's more than, say, 35 books to..."

I am trying to think of a way for members to suit the amount of reading to their average.

In any case, there is no pressure to complete the challenge. Just have fun :)

[Lauren]

Kimberly wrote: "The challenge has been hard for me. I have found some new authors because of other people's list. I read about 10 books a month, but not all are historic fiction. I agree with John that 35 a year s..."

The purpose of the prompts is to enjoy broadening reading horizons. There is no pressure to complete the challenge.

[Lauren]

Thanks everyone for your input. I think perhaps the next challenge will have levels so people can suit the number of books they can fit in per month.

[Alice]

I read many but not all historical. Maybe 5 historical mysteries per month

[Sandy]

Lauren, over the years your challenges have introduced me to many authors, setting and time periods I wouldn't have tried otherwise, so thank you.

[Dawn]

Lauren wrote: "Hi everyone,

I am beginning to think of next year's challenge and was wondering how many historical mysteries you all read per month on average.

I only read between 1 to 3 historical mysteries a month. My suggestion for those of us who do not read as much as others is that the challenge have "levels" that you pick to try to achieve. I believe we did this a few years ago where we selected how many countries and regions we were going to try to complete. I started with the lowest level and then, once I completed it, I set my goal as the next level. This allows us all to feel like we are setting a realistic but challenging goal but allows even those most avid readers to feel like it is a challenge. Of course, even if I don't make my goal; I still enjoy participating in the challenge!

[Lauren]

Sandy wrote: "Lauren, over the years your challenges have introduced me to many authors, setting and time periods I wouldn't have tried otherwise, so thank you."

That's great, Sandy. I'm so glad you are enjoying them.

[Lauren]

Dawn wrote: "My suggestion for those of us who do not read as much as others is that the challenge have "levels" that you pick to try to achieve..."

Thanks Dawn.

Yes, this is how the 2022 will probably be and that's why I wanted to know how many historical mysteries the members read on average.

[Pamela]

I usually read about 5 historical mysteries per month.

I really like the challenges in this group and complete as many tasks as I can, I don’t feel I have to complete them all but always enjoy thinking of books to meet the tasks.

[Kerri]

Hi Lauren,

I really enjoy the reading challenge of our group and have never felt that I have to complete them. I just enjoy the opportunity to find new authors and finding books to meet the tasks...even if I don't get a chance to read them. :)

[Merle]

I read a few genres, so all my time isn't devoted to historical mysteries. I've really enjoyed this year's challenge, though. I also have read a few authors and series I hadn't considered before. I like discovering books like this, so I am not too worried about completing the challenge, but enjoying the journey.

[Lauren]

@Kerri and Merle,
I am really happy that you are enjoying the journey and finding new authors. It's what the group is all about.

I am still working out the details for next year's challenge taking into consideration everyone's comments here.

Thanks to everyone for your input. It is much appreciated.

[QNPoohBear]

It depends on what was published in that month.