Hello 2022 Quarterly Challenge- Dec. 15, 2021- March 14, 2022

[Tiki]

Continued from Post #8
24/24 COMPLETED

Level 3
1. Where will you watch the ball (or other object) drop?
b. St. George’s, Bermuda- a giant papier-mâché Bermuda onion is dropped in front of town hall- Read a book with food in the story or on the cover or a book set in the food industry or a book with something round on the cover:
The Sorceress of Belmair (01/15/22)

2. Who will be going with you?
a. I would like to go alone (maybe meet new people?)- Read a stand-alone story or a book with one person on the cover
Moon Called by: Patricia Briggs (01/18/2022)

3. How will you get there?
d. I'm having second thoughts about the crowds, I may watch it on t.v.!- Read a story with a character who works with electronics of any kind (ie. camera, microphone, tv, computer, electric guitar) or a book with no people on the cover
Bridal Jitters by: Jayne Castle (01/18/2022)

4. What will you wear?
b. cold weather clothes- Read a book set in a cold month or climate or a book with the colors white, silver or gray on the cover
Wynter's Captive by: Milly Taiden (01/19/2022)

5. Where (and what) would you like to eat before the festivities?
d. a food truck or stand so I can grab and go sounds good-Read a story with a character who is always on the go (ie. firefighter, police officer, parent, barista) or a book you borrow from the library (online or in person)
Stockings and Spells by: Nancy Warren (01/18/2022)

6. How will you watch the ball (or object) drop?
d. I just might watch from a rooftop nearby- Read a story that is at the top of your list of books to get to or a book with a daring or brave character
The Shadow Queen by: Bertrice Small (01/20/2022)

7. Are you going to celebrate somewhere afterwards?
d. No! I will be too tired, I will celebrate putting my head on my pillow- Read a story you would like to snuggle up with in bed or a book with a dark cover
The Merchant's Daughter by: Melanie Dickerson (01/24/2022)

8. Do you make resolutions for the new year?
d. No, I am more spontaneous and I like to see what happens- Read a book that you randomly chose from your tbr or a list or a book that has a new to you author
Fallen by: Celeste Bradley (01/25/2022)

[JoAnne]

FINISHED
Hello 2022 Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 12/15/21 to 2/10/22
Level 3 - 24 books - I plan to travel to ring in the new year
Read: 29/24


Please choose one task from each of the eight categories to complete one level (one ball dropping event). There are enough tasks to complete 4 levels (4 events) If you are more adventurous, feel free to repeat tasks and create more adventures!

1. Where will you watch the ball (or other object) drop?
a. New York City, NY: Read a book set in NY.
Before Dawn Suzanne Halliday 1/2/22

b. St. George’s, Bermuda:
Read a book with food in the story/set in the food industry.
Heartland Sarina Bowen 1/23/22

c. Honolulu, HI: Read a book with a tropical setting or a book with the color yellow on the cover.

d. Memphis, TN: Read a book with a musician/singer in the story.
Winter's Burn Elena Aitken 12/29/21

2. Who will be going with you?
a. I would like to go alone: Read a book with one person on the cover.
The Greatest Risk Kristen Ashley 1/13/22

b. I am going to take my significant other: Read a book with the number 2 in the series number.
Snowflake Bay Donna Kauffman 12/26/21 (Brides of Blueberry Cove #2)

c. I am thinking of asking someone to join me:
Read a friends to lovers story.
Under an Alaskan Sky Jennifer Snow 1/6/22

d. I am taking my family with me:
Read a book with a family in the story or a book in a longer series (more than 3 books published so far).
Season of Wonder RaeAnne Thayne 12/23/21 (Haven Point #9)

3. How will you get there?
a. I will be taking an airplane: Read a book with travel in the story.
Finding Summer Suzanne Halliday 1/4/22

b. A car or train works: Read a book set in a country you do not live in.
I live in the US and the book is set in New Zealand. Bewitching Winter Serenity Woods 1/7/22

c. I can walk: Read a book set in the country you live.
Taking The Fifth J.A. Jance 2/10/22

d. I may watch it on t.v.!: Read a story with a character who works with electronics of any kind.
Dirty Tricks Emma Hart 1/12/22

4. What will you wear?
a. warm weather clothes:
Read a book set in a warm month.
Waylaid Sarina Bowen 1/24/22

b. cold weather clothes: Read a book set in a cold month or climate.
An Alaskan Christmas Jennifer Snow 12/27/21

c. lots of layers:
Read a longer book.
450 pages Chasing Serenity Kristen Ashley 1/10/22

d. funny year glasses and a top hat!: Read a humorous story or a book with a funny character or a book with clothes on the cover.

5. Where (and what) would you like to eat before the festivities?
a. in a park or on the beach:
Read a book with the colors green or blue on the cover.
Things We Never Got Over Lucy Score 1/17/22
b. in a restaurant:
Read a story you have been waiting to read.
The Midwife's Confession Diane Chamberlain 1/15/22

c. I will bring snacks in my bag & arrive early:
Read a recently published book (within the last year).
Published July 13th 2021 It's Better This Way Debbie Macomber 1/8/22

d. a food truck sounds good:
Read a book you borrow from the library (online).
Boots and Bareback Myla Jackson 12/25/21

6. How will you watch the ball (or object) drop?
a. I'm bringing chairs!:
Read a book where one of the words in the title or author's name begins with any of the following letters - C,H,A,I,R.
Christmas in Cambria Linda Seed 12/29/21

b. a good spot to stand on the sidewalk:
Read a book with gold on the cover.
Dashing Mr. Snow Jaci Burton 12/30/21

c. I like to stand towards the back:
Read a story that has been on your tbr for awhile.
One Day in Apple Grove C.H. Admirand 1/28/22

d. I might watch from a rooftop:
Read a book with a daring or brave character.
Fugitive Mate Anastasia Wilde 1/5/22

7. Are you going to celebrate somewhere afterwards?
a. Yes! at a nightclub or bar: Read a story with an exciting character or a book with jewelry on the cover.

b. Yes! A small, quiet spot:
Read a shorter book.
A Campy Christmas Karen Musser Nortman 1/30/22

c. Yes! Maybe a midnight swim:
Read a mystery.
Silenced Allison Brennan 12/28/21

d. No! I will be too tired:
Read a book with a dark cover.
Speakeasy Sarina Bowen 1/21/22

8. Do you make resolutions for the new year?
a. Yes, to be more active:
Read a sports romance or a book with a character who is active or fit.
Fixing the Future Ali Parker 1/18/22

b. Yes, to be more productive:
Read a book with a character who works in an office.
The Life She Chose M.C. Castille 1/9/22

c. Yes, to fix things around the house:
Read a story with a blue collar worker.
Marking Time Marie Force 1/18/22

d. No, I like to see what happens:
Read a book that has a new to you author.
Boots and Roses Myla Jackson 12/22/21

[Fran, Moderator]

Way to go Tiki and JoAnne! Congrats!

[Jamie]

Finished my level 3. Post 31 :)

[Fran, Moderator]

Congratulations Jamie!

[Jonquil]

Hello 2022 Quarterly Challenge
12/15/21 to 3/14/22
Level 1 ~ I will probably watch the ball drop on tv

8+/8 DONE

1. Where will you watch the ball (or other object) drop?
a. New York City, NY: set in NY Judgment in Death J.D. Robb 1/1
d. Memphis, Tennessee- with a musician or singer in story Memphis Ribs Gerald Duff 2/16
2. Who will be going with you?
a. I would like to go alone: one person on cover Gail Carriger 12/18

3. How will you get there?
b. A car or train works: road trip story Conard County: Christmas Bodyguard Rachel Lee 12/21
d. I'm having second thoughts about the crowds, I may watch it on t.v.!- character who works with electronics - computer whiz Lexi Carmichael No Escape Julie Moffett 1/31
4. What will you wear?
a. warm weather clothes: set in a warm month or climate and with the colors red, yellow or orange on cover Absence of Mallets Kate Carlisle 12/20

5. Where (and what) would you like to eat before the festivities?
a. in a park or on the beach: green or blue on the cover D. Thrush 12/24

b. in a restaurant: Read a story you have been waiting to read The Left-Handed Twin Thomas Perry 1/9
c. I will bring snacks in my bag & arrive early: insta-love story Operation Whistleblower Justine Davis 1/6
6. How will you watch the ball (or object) drop?
d. I might watch from a rooftop: daring or brave character ==the princess is an exceptional Ranger Escape from Falaise John Flanagan 1/2
7. Are you going to celebrate somewhere afterwards?
d. No! I will be too tired: book with a dark cover Champagne: The Farewell: A Vengeance in the Vineyard Mystery Janet Hubbard 1/7

8. Do you make resolutions for the new year?
d. No, I like to see what happens: that you randomly chose from your tbr Night Fall Kristi Belcamino 1/3

[Suzanne]

Romance Readers Reading Challenges
Hello 2022 Quarterly Challenge- Dec. 15, 2021- March 14, 2022
Duration: December 15, 2021- March 14, 2022

Progress: 32 out of 32

Happy New Year!
Let's say goodbye to 2021 and hello to 2022 in style. How about we watch the ball drop somewhere? Let's plan an adventurous night out and see where it leads.....

Pick a level and begin reading on December 15th!
Level 1- 8 books- I will probably watch the ball drop on tv
Level 2- 16 books- I may watch the festivities if they are nearby
Level 3- 24 books- I plan to travel to ring in the new year
Level 4- 32 books- I am travelling and bringing along an entourage!
Bonus- Please feel free to continue making New Year's Eve plans by repeating tasks and making new combinations- enjoy!

**There is no minimum page requirement for this challenge.
Audiobooks and rereads are allowed.
You can always add levels as you go.
You may update your original post with your progress or repost , it is your choice. But please repost upon completion**

[Suzanne]

Hello 2022 Quarterly Tasks-

Please choose one task from each of the eight categories to complete one level (one ball dropping event). There are enough tasks to complete 4 levels (4 events) If you are more adventurous, feel free to repeat tasks and create more adventures!

1. Where will you watch the ball (or other object) drop?
a. New York City, NY- Each year, millions of eyes from all over the world are focused on the sparkling Waterford Crystal Times Square New Year's Eve Ball
- Read a book set in NY or a book with eye(s) on the cover:
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid - ***** - 1/24/2022 - 389 Pages
b. St. George’s, Bermuda- a giant papier-mâché Bermuda onion is dropped in front of town hall
- Read a book with food in the story or on the cover or a book set in the food industry or a book with something round on the cover
Mother Land by Leah Franqui - ***** - 2/13/2022 - 384 Pages
c. Honolulu, Hawaii- Hawaii takes a flavorful twist on the New Years Eve ball drop by raising a "Hala Kahiki", or Pineapple, up into the air
- Read a book with a tropical setting or a book with the color yellow on the cover
Let Me Be Your Motivation by Tay Mo'Nae - **** - 2/22/2022 - 141 Pages
d. Memphis, Tennessee- The Hard Rock Cafe on Beale Street rings in the New Year in Memphis with its annual guitar drop
- Read a book with a musician or singer in the story or a book that you think will make your 'heart sing'
Year Zero by Rob Reid - ***** - 2/14/2022 - 364 Pages



2. Who will be going with you?
a. I would like to go alone (maybe meet new people?)
- Read a stand-alone story or a book with one person on the cover
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: Selected Poems by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow - * - 12/21/2021 - 223 Pages
b. I am going to take my significant other
- Read a book with the number 2 in the publishing date, page count or series number or has a two word title
Nature Anatomy by Julia Rothman - ***** - 12/19/2021 - 224 Pages
c. I am thinking of asking someone I have had a crush on/I'm interested in to join me
- Read a friends to lovers story or a book with a character you could have a crush on (book boyfriend)
The Sweetest Thing by Jill Shalvis - **** - 12/28/2021 - 348 Pages
d. I am taking my family with me
- Read a book with a family in the story or a book in a longer series (more than 3 books published so far)
House Arrest by K.A. Holt - **** - 12/17/2021 - 304 Pages



3. How will you get there?
a. I live far away so I will be taking an airplane
- Read a book with travel in the story or a book with clouds or birds or a plane on the cover
Runaway by Heather Graham - **** - 2/7/2022 - 355 Pages - Bird on the cover
b. Luckily I don't live too far away so a car or train works
- Read a road trip story or a book set in a country you do not live or a book with wheels or a road on the cover.
Les Misérables by Victor Hugo - * - 1/6/2022 - 928 Pages - Set in France
c. I am so close I can walk!
- Read a book set in the country you live or a book with feet or shoes on the cover
Shakespeare's Champion by Charlaine Harris - ***** - 1/20/2022 - 214 Pages - Set in USA
d. I'm having second thoughts about the crowds, I may watch it on t.v.!
- Read a story with a character who works with electronics of any kind (ie. camera, microphone, tv, computer, electric guitar) or a book with no people on the cover
Neuromancer by William Gibson - *** - 1/13/2022 - 271 Pages - Works with Computers



4. What will you wear?

a. Warm Weather Clothes
- Read a book set in a warm month or climate or a book with the colors red, yellow or orange on the cover
Stargazing by Jen Wang - ***** - 1/3/2022 - 224 Pages - Orange Cover
b. Cold Weather Clothes
- Read a book set in a cold month or climate or a book with the colors white, silver or gray on the cover
Mouse Guard: Winter 1152 by David Petersen - ***** - 1/18/2022 - 192 Pages - Cold Climate
c. Lots of Layers
- Read a story with a complex character or a longer book
Drums of Autumn by Diana Gabaldon - ***** - 1/28/2022 - 880 Pages - Longer Book
d. Definitely those funny year glasses and a top hat!
- Read a humorous story or a book with a funny character or a book with clothes on the cover:
Twisted by Emma Chase - **** - 2/2/2022 - 206 Pages - Humorous Story



5. Where (and what) would you like to eat before the festivities?

a. in a park or on the beach sounds nice
- Read a story with a laid-back character or a book with the colors green or blue on the cover
Kiss Number 8 by Colleen A.F. Venable - ***** - 1/16/2022 - 320 Pages - Blue Cover
b. Definitely in a restaurant for me
- Read a story you have been waiting to read (maybe it was on reserve) or a book with a busy looking cover
Sew Deadly by Elizabeth Lynn Casey - **** - 12/21/2021 - 288 Pages - Busy Looking Cover
c. I will bring snacks in my bag and get to my destination early
- Read a recently published book (within the last year) or an insta-love story
A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow - ***** - 12/26/2021 - 128 Pages
d. a food truck or stand so I can grab and go sounds good
- Read a story with a character who is always on the go (ie. firefighter, police officer, parent, barista) or a book you borrow from the library (online or in person)
The Burning Page by Genevieve Cogman - ***** - 2/21/2022 - 358 Pages - Always on the go



6. How will you watch the ball (or object) drop?
a. I'm bringing chairs!
- Read a book where one of the words in the title or author's name begins with either of the following letters- C,H,A,I,R:
The Duke's Perfect Wife by Jennifer Ashley - **** - 12/23/2021 - 296 Pages A in SHAIR
b. I hope to get a good spot to stand on the sidewalk
- Read a book that is on any kind of best of/bestseller list or has won any award or a book with gold on the cover
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain - ***** - 12/30/2021 - 352 Pages - Literary Award: Guardian First Book Award Nominee for Longlist (2012)
c. I like to stand towards the back so I don't feel squished
- Read a story that has been on your tbr for awhile or a book you own and don't have to give back
The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner - *** - 12/28/2021 - 161 Pages - Book I Own
d. I just might watch from a rooftop nearby
- Read a story that is at the top of your list of books to get to or a book with a daring or brave character
Firelight by Kristen Callihan - ***** - 1/8/2022 - 372 Pages - Brave Character



7. Are you going to celebrate somewhere afterwards?
a. Yes! I will ring in the new year at a nightclub or bar
- Read a story with an exciting character or a book with jewelry on the cover
The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski - ***** - 1/30/2022 - 352 Pages - Exciting Character
b. Yes! A small, quiet spot for a late dessert sounds nice
- Read a shorter book or a sweet story
The One and Only Bob by Katherine Applegate - **** - 2/24/2022 - 352 Pages - Sweet Story
c. Yes! Maybe a midnight swim
- Read a mystery or a book with a mysterious character or a book with water on the cover
Color Me Murder by Krista Davis - **** - 2/6/2022 - 289 Pages - Mystery
d. No! I will be too tired, I will celebrate putting my head on my pillow
- Read a story you would like to snuggle up with in bed or a book with a dark cover
A Mackenzie Family Christmas: The Perfect Gift by Jennifer Ashley - **** - 12/25/2021 - 202 Pages - Snuggle up in bed with!



8. Do you make resolutions for the new year?
a. Yes, I hope to be able to be more active
- Read a sports romance or a book with a character who is active or fit
Hard Bitten by Chloe Neill - **** - 2/16/2022 - 350 Pages - Active Character
b. Yes, I hope to get more work done and be more productive
- Read a book with a character who works in an office or a book you would listen to while cleaning
The Girl Who Takes an Eye for an Eye by David Lagercrantz - ***** - 2/23/2022 - 347 Pages - Works in an office
c. Yes, I hope to fix things around the house that need attention
- Read a story with a blue collar worker or a book with a character who is good with their hands ;)
Bombshell by Sarah MacLean - ***** - 1/25/2022 - 288 Pages - Good with their hands :)
d. No, I am more spontaneous and I like to see what happens
- Read a book that you randomly chose from your tbr or a list or a book that has a new to you author
X vs. Y: A Culture War, a Love Story by Eve Epstein - **** - 1/18/2022 - 191 Pages - New to me author

[Fran, Moderator]

Congratulations Jonquil and Suzanne!!

[Fran, Moderator]

Hi Everyone!

The next Quarterly is posted. Stop by and grab a spot, you have a week to check out the tasks and get your books together! I know lots of you like to plan early!

The Taylor Swift Quarterly Challenge- March 15- June 14, 2022

[Frankie]

Hello 2022 Quarterly Challenge
December 15, 2021- March 14, 2022

Happy New Year!
Let's say goodbye to 2021 and hello to 2022 in style. How about we watch the ball drop somewhere? Let's plan an adventurous night out and see where it leads.....

Pick a level and begin reading on December 15th!

Level 4- 32 books- I am travelling and bringing along an entourage!
Bonus- Please feel free to continue making New Year's Eve plans by repeating tasks and making new combinations- enjoy!

32/32 Completed. Finished

1. Where will you watch the ball (or other object) drop?
a. New York City, NY: Read a book with eye(s) on the cover.
01.Don't Look Now-Mary Burton 12/16

b. St. George’s, Bermuda: Read a book set in the food industry.
02.Chef Sugarlips-Tawna Fenske 3/10

c. Honolulu, HI: Read a book with the color yellow on the cover.
03.Cherishing Doe-Terri Anne Browning 2/15

d. Memphis, TN: Read a book with a musician or singer in the story.
04.Whisperwind-Cat Porter 2/20


2. Who will be going with you?
a. I would like to go alone: Read a stand-alone story.
05.Fallen-Mia Sheridan 3/03

b. I am going to take my significant other: Read a book with the number 2 in the publishing date, page count or series number or has a two word title.
06.Craving Redemption-Nicole Jacquelyn 12/22

c. I am thinking of asking someone to join me: Read a friends to lovers story.
07.The Butterfly Effect-Kelly Elliott 1/21

d. I am taking my family with me: Read a book in a longer series (more than 3 books published so far).
08.Yours After Dark-Marie Force 12/18


3. How will you get there?
a. I will be taking an airplane: Read a book with a plane on the cover.
09.Tequila-Rebecca Sharp 12/19

b. A car or train works: Read a book set in a country you do not live.
(Spain)
10.The Forbidden Man-Karina Halle 1/08

c. I can walk: Read a book set in the country you live.
11.Throne of Scars-Autumn Jones Lake 2/17

d. I may watch it on t.v.!: Read a book with no people on the cover.
12.Never Walk Alone-Willow Rose 12/16


4. What will you wear?
a. warm weather clothes: Read a book set in a warm climate.
13.Jerk It-Lani Lynn Vale 1/01

b. cold weather clothes: Read a book set in a cold month or climate.
14.The Naughty, The Nice and The Nanny-Willa Nash 12/27

c. lots of layers: Read a story with a complex character or a longer book.
15.A Love Letter to Whiskey-Kandi Steiner 3/06

d. funny year glasses and a top hat!: Read a book with a funny character.
16.Standing His Ground: Greer-Jamie Begley 12/27


5. Where (and what) would you like to eat before the festivities?
a. in a park or on the beach: Read a book with the colors green or blue on the cover.
17.Juniper Hill-Devney Perry 3/03

b. in a restaurant: Read a story you have been waiting to read (maybe it was on reserve).
18.This Day-Blanka Lipińska 1/03

c. I will bring snacks in my bag & arrive early: Read a recently published book (within the last year).
19.Indigo Ridge-Devney Perry 2/09

d. a food truck sounds good: Read a story with a character who is always on the go (ie. firefighter, police officer, parent, barista).
20.The Dollmaker-Mary Burton 12/15


6. How will you watch the ball (or object) drop?
a. I'm bringing chairs!: Read a book where one of the words in the title or author's name begins with any of the following letters - C,H,A,I,R.
21.Craving Molly-Nicole Jacquelyn 1/01

b. a good spot to stand on the sidewalk: Read a book that is on any kind of best of/bestseller list.
22.Confess-Colleen Hoover 1/11

c. I like to stand towards the back: Read a story that has been on your tbr for awhile or a book you own and don't have to give back.
23.The Will-Kristen Ashley 1/04

d. I might watch from a rooftop: Read a story that is at the top of your list of books to get to or a book with a daring or brave character.
24.Highball Rush-Claire Kingsley 1/20


7. Are you going to celebrate somewhere afterwards?
a. Yes! at a nightclub or bar: Read a story with an exciting character.
25.Second Chance Contract-M. Robinson 2/18

b. Yes! A small, quiet spot: Read a shorter book.
26.Deadly Affair-Misty Evans 12/22

c. Yes! Maybe a midnight swim: Read a mystery.
27.Hit the Road Jack-Willow Rose 12/15

d. No! I will be too tired: Read a story you would like to snuggle up with in bed.
28.The Love Hypothesis-Ali Hazelwood 1/29


8. Do you make resolutions for the new year?
a. Yes, to be more active: Read a sports romance.
29.Kane-Sawyer Bennett 1/12

b. Yes, to be more productive: Read a book with a character who works in an office.
30.Close Quarters-Kandi Steiner 1/07

c. Yes, to fix things around the house: Read a story with a blue collar worker.
31.Drive Me Wild-Melanie Harlow 12/16

d. No, I like to see what happens: Read a book that has a new to you author
32.Alexandra Ivy-Don't Look 12/16

[LaurLa]

Challenge complete! Thank-you for hosting!
Updated post: My Hello 2022 Challenge (msg 40)

[Bookchaser]

Hello 2022 Quarterly Challenge
Duration: December 15, 2021 - March 14, 2022
Level 4: 32 books ~ I am travelling and bringing along an entourage!


I finished just in time!!! Thanks for another fun challenge!!!


**There is no minimum page requirement for this challenge.
Audiobooks and rereads are allowed.
You can always add levels as you go.
You may update your original post with your progress or repost , it is your choice. But please repost upon completion**


Please choose one task from each of the eight categories to complete one level (one ball dropping event). There are enough tasks to complete 4 levels (4 events) If you are more adventurous, feel free to repeat tasks and create more adventures!


32/32 Completed


1. Where will you watch the ball (or other object) drop?
a. New York City, NY: Read a book set in NY or a book with eye(s) on the cover.
Power Play by Deirdre Martin - 02/23/22
b. St. George’s, Bermuda: Read a book with food in the story or on the cover or a book set in the food industry or a book with something round on the cover.
The Tea Shop on Lavender Lane by Sheila Roberts - 12/26/21
c. Honolulu, HI: Read a book with a tropical setting or a book with the color yellow on the cover.
Harvest Moon by Robyn Carr - 12/28/21
d. Memphis, TN: Read a book with a musician or singer in the story or a book that you think will make your 'heart sing'.
Bluestone & Vine by Donna Kauffman - 02/09/22




2. Who will be going with you?
a. I would like to go alone: Read a stand-alone story or a book with one person on the cover.
Something More Than This by Barbie Bohrman - 12/31/21
b. I am going to take my significant other: Read a book with the number 2 in the publishing date, page count or series number or has a two word title.
Jaguin's Love by S.E. Smith - 01/23/22
c. I am thinking of asking someone to join me: Read a friends to lovers story or a book with a character you could have a crush on (book boyfriend).
I Want to Hold Your Hand by Marie Force - 03/12/22
d. I am taking my family with me: Read a book with a family in the story or a book in a longer series (more than 3 books published so far).
A Dragonlings' Magical Christmas by S.E. Smith - 01/10/22




3. How will you get there?
a. I will be taking an airplane: Read a book with travel in the story or a book with clouds or birds or a plane on the cover.
Playing for Keeps by Jill Shalvis - 01/08/22
b. A car or train works: Read a road trip story or a book set in a country you do not live or a book with wheels or a road on the cover.
Head Over Wheels by Samantha Chase - 01/02/22
c. I can walk: Read a book set in the country you live or a book with feet or shoes on the cover.
Making Whoopie by Erin Nicholas - 02/16/22
d. I may watch it on t.v.!: Read a story with a character who works with electronics of any kind (ie. camera, microphone, tv, computer, electric guitar) or a book with no people on the cover.
Romance on Mountain View Road by Sheila Roberts - 12/21/21




4. What will you wear?
a. warm weather clothes: Read a book set in a warm month or climate or a book with the colors red, yellow or orange on the cover.
Angels Landing by Rochelle Alers - 01/31/22
b. cold weather clothes: Read a book set in a cold month or climate or a book with the colors white, silver or gray on the cover.
The Giving Heart by Toni Blake - 01/19/22
c. lots of layers: Read a story with a complex character or a longer book.
The Old Dragon of the Mountain's Christmas by S.E. Smith - 01/24/22
d. funny year glasses and a top hat!: Read a humorous story or a book with a funny character or a book with clothes on the cover.
Crazy in Love by Kristin Miller - 01/31/22




5. Where (and what) would you like to eat before the festivities?
a. in a park or on the beach: Read a story with a laid-back character or a book with the colors green or blue on the cover.
The Cottage on Juniper Ridge by Sheila Roberts - 12/23/21
b. in a restaurant: Read a story you have been waiting to read (maybe it was on reserve) or a book with a busy looking cover.
Lucky Leap Day by Ann Marie Walker - 02/05/22
c. I will bring snacks in my bag & arrive early: Read a recently published book (within the last year) or an insta-love story.
The Engagement Arrangement by Jaci Burton - 01/12/22
d. a food truck sounds good: Read a story with a character who is always on the go (ie. firefighter, police officer, parent, barista) or a book you borrow from the library (online or in person).
Flare Up by Shannon Stacey - 01/01/22




6. How will you watch the ball (or object) drop?
a. I'm bringing chairs!: Read a book where one of the words in the title or author's name begins with any of the following letters - C,H,A,I,R.
Her Favorite Temptation by Sarah Mayberry - 01/22/22
b. a good spot to stand on the sidewalk: Read a book that is on any kind of best of/bestseller list or has won any award or a book with gold on the cover.
Butternut Summer by Mary McNear - 03/04/22
c. I like to stand towards the back: Read a story that has been on your tbr for awhile or a book you own and don't have to give back.
Simply Perfect by Mary Balogh - 02/13/22
d. I might watch from a rooftop: Read a story that is at the top of your list of books to get to or a book with a daring or brave character.
Lily and the Major by Linda Lael Miller - 02/19/22




7. Are you going to celebrate somewhere afterwards?
a. Yes! at a nightclub or bar: Read a story with an exciting character or a book with jewelry on the cover.
Till I Kissed You by Laura Trentham - 03/14/22
b. Yes! A small, quiet spot: Read a shorter book or a sweet story.
A Piece of Cake by Trisha Ashley - 03/14/22
c. Yes! Maybe a midnight swim: Read a mystery or a book with a mysterious character or a book with water on the cover.
Simply Magic by Mary Balogh - 12/21/21
d. No! I will be too tired: Read a story you would like to snuggle up with in bed or a book with a dark cover.
The Lodge on Holly Road by Sheila Roberts - 12/30/21




8. Do you make resolutions for the new year?
a. Yes, to be more active: Read a sports romance or a book with a character who is active or fit.
Squeeze Play by Aven Ellis - 03/11/22
b. Yes, to be more productive: Read a book with a character who works in an office or a book you would listen to while cleaning.
Don't Say Maybe by Cindy Kirk - 12/30/21
c. Yes, to fix things around the house: Read a story with a blue collar worker or a book with a character who is good with their hands. ;)
All In by Shelley Shepard Gray - 02/11/22
d. No, I like to see what happens: Read a book that you randomly chose from your tbr or a list or a book that has a new to you author.
The Dragonlings’ Very Special Valentine by S.E. Smith - 02/01/22

[Fran, Moderator]

Congratulations Frankie, LaurLa and Bookchaser!!

[Connie N.]

Done, in the nick of time!

Hello 2022 Quarterly Challenge
Timeframe: 12/15/21 to 3/14/22
Level 4 ~ I am travelling and bringing along an entourage!
32/32
8/8 Questions

✔1. Where will you watch the ball (or other object) drop?
a. New York City, NY: Eye(s) on the cover – Focus - A Memoir by Ingrid Ricks - 12/31/21 ♥♥♥


b. St. George’s, Bermuda: Food in the story - The Billionaires: The Bosses by Calista Fox - 12/19/21 ♥♥♥♥

MC Rory is a famous chef.

c. Honolulu, HI: Tropical setting - Wings in the Dark by Michael Murphy - 2/8/22 ♥♥♥

Set in Hawaii

d. Memphis, TN: With a musician or singer in the story - Barreled Over by Jenna Sutton - 1/21/22 ♥♥♥

Ava Grace is a famous country singer.

✔2. Who will be going with you?
a. I would like to go alone: One person on the cover - Home for a Cowboy Christmas by Donna Grant - 12/28/21 ♥♥♥♥


b. I am going to take my significant other - With the number 2 in the publishing date - First Time Lucky? by Natalie Anderson - 1/23/22 ♥♥♥

Pub 1/1/12

c. I am thinking of asking someone to join me: With a character you could have a crush on (book boyfriend) - Play of Passion by Nalini Singh - 2/6/22 ♥♥♥♥

Drew Kinkaid is definitely book boyfriend material.

d. I am taking my family with me: In a longer series (more than 3 books published so far) - The Graveyard Shift by Darynda Jones - 12/31/21 ♥♥♥

This is #13.5 in the Charley Daniels series.

✔3. How will you get there?
a. I will be taking an airplane: Travel in the story - Zamba: The True Story of the Greatest Lion That Ever Lived by Ralph Helfer - 12/16/21 ♥♥♥♥

Ralph and his crew take Zamba and other animals to Africa for a year to film a movie.

b. A car or train works: Set in a country you do not live - Duke of Pleasure by Elizabeth Hoyt - 1/30/22 ♥♥♥♥

Set in England, I live in U.S.

c. I can walk: Set in the country you live - Forgotten in Death by J.D. Robb - 2/14/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

I live in Massachusetts, book set in New York, both in U.S.

d. I may watch it on t.v.!: No people on the cover - Faithless in Death by J.D. Robb - 12/27/21 ♥♥♥♥♥


✔4. What will you wear?
a. Warm weather clothes: Set in a warm climate AND a book with the colors red, yellow or orange on the cover - A Good Day for Chardonnay by Darynda Jones - 12/20/21 ♥♥♥♥

Set in New Mexico

b. Cold weather clothes: Set in a cold month – I'll Be Home for Christmas by Karen Clarke - 1/5/22 ♥♥♥♥

Set in December

c. Lots of layers: Complex character - Grounded by R.K. Lilley - 2/5/22 ♥♥♥

Bianca is a complex character with her abusive upbringing, then her BDSM and submissive relationship with James.

d. funny year glasses and a top hat!: Humorous story/with a funny character - America's Next Reality Star by Laura Heffernan - 1/29/22 ♥♥♥♥


✔5. Where (and what) would you like to eat before the festivities?
a. In a park or on the beach: Laid-back character - A Beautiful Blue Death by Charles Finch - 1/17/22 ♥♥♥

Lenox is a very unassuming character despite his wealth and aristocratic background.

b. in a restaurant: Waiting to read - Heartbreak Cove by Lily Everett - 3/14/22 ♥♥♥♥

On hold at the library.

c. I will bring snacks in my bag & arrive early: Recently published book (within the last year) - Always, in December by Emily Stone - 1/11/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

Pub 8/5/21

d. a Food truck sounds good: Character who is always on the go - Shoreline Drive by Lily Everett - 1/9/22 ♥♥♥♥

Ben is the only vet on the island and is busy taking care of both large and small animals.

✔6. How will you watch the ball (or object) drop?
a. I'm bringing chairs!: One of the words in the title begins with any of the following letters - C,H,A,I,R - Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi - 12/21/21 ♥♥♥

Coffee and Cold start with C

b. A good spot to stand on the sidewalk: Has won any award - Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper - 1/2/22 ♥♥♥

Josette Frank Award 2011

c. I like to stand towards the back - Been on your tbr for awhile - Never Look Away by Linwood Barclay - 1/25/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

Added 9/26/12

d. I might watch from a rooftop: Read a book with a daring or brave character - Magic Stars by Ilona Andrews - 2/16/22 ♥♥♥

Derek Gaunt

✔7. Are you going to celebrate somewhere afterwards?
a. Yes! at a nightclub or bar: Exciting character - United We Spy by Ally Carter - 1/7/22 ♥♥♥♥

As a spy, Cammie (and her friends) get involved in a dangerous situation.

b. Yes! A small, quiet spot: Sweet story - Girls Before Earls by Anna Bennett - 2/2/22 ♥♥♥♥


c. Yes! Maybe a midnight swim: Mystery - Ghouls, Ghouls, Ghouls by Victoria Laurie - 12/30/21 ♥♥♥♥


d. No! I will be too tired: Dark cover - Mile High by R.K. Lilley - 1/27/22 ♥♥♥


✔8. Do you make resolutions for the new year?
a. Yes, to be more active: Character who is active or fit - America's Next Reality Star by Laura Heffernan - 1/29/22 ♥♥♥♥

Jen actively runs every day.

b. Yes, to be more productive: Character who works in an office - Twenties Girl by Sophie Kinsella - 1/14/22 ♥♥♥♥

Lara is a headhunter and goes in to the office every day.

c. Yes, to fix things around the house - Character who is good with their hands - Knit, Purl, Die by Anne Canadeo - 2/13/22 ♥♥♥♥

All the main characters are expert knitters, definitely good with their hands.

d. No, I like to see what happens: New to you author - Oliver: The Cat Who Saved Christmas by Sheila Norton - 1/10/22 ♥♥♥♥


*****CHALLENGE COMPLETE 3/14/22*****