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25.6 - Morgan Faeriesfolly's Task: We're a Cozy Mystery
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::FAQ::Q: If I use option 3 TWICE, can I read the same author both times?
A: Yep! Sure can. :) I'm reading Intisar Khanani's book Thorn, so I could also read Sunbolt by the same author.
::AUTHOR SUGGESTIONS::
These are just suggestions to help if you're stuck. Feel free to offer more suggestions as these are mostly pulled from my TBR. (Also added as questions/clarifications roll in)
Lots of authors under the cut!
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::Supernatural Genre verified::'Fantasy > Supernatural'
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*KICKS DOWN A DOOR*I'd like to thank the Academy. My family. Friend. My dog. Gale Hawthorne and Dean Winchester. And everyone else who made this day possible! God bless.
Cait wrote: "*KICKS DOWN A DOOR*I'd like to thank the Academy. My family. Friend. My dog. Gale Hawthorne and Dean Winchester. And everyone else who made this day possible! God bless."
:D :D :D
So, could you repeat Option 3 using the same author but using, obviously, different books each time?
Teri-k wrote: "So, could you repeat Option 3 using the same author but using, obviously, different books each time?"Yep. That works :)
Morgan wrote: "Teri-k wrote: "So, could you repeat Option 3 using the same author but using, obviously, different books each time?"Yep. That works :)"
Thanks!
I want a genetically engineered space marine...doubt that comment will pass the Bechdel test
all right, whatta think about how that female genetically engineered space marine kicked asexual alien butt, Alicia and Charhonda?
Jonquil wrote: "I want a genetically engineered space marine...doubt that comment will pass the Bechdel test
all right, whatta think about how that female genetically engineered space marine kicked asexual al..."
Done! It can be like Samus turning out to be a girl in Metroid. The genetically engineered space marine's gender identity is a mystery only they know the answer to. lol.
Question ... we can chose ONE option and do it twice.If we pick option 3 ... can we read TWO books by the SAME author, whose initials are in VALKYRIE?
For example could I read
and
both by Isabel Allende?
Book Concierge wrote: "Question ... we can chose ONE option and do it twice.If we pick option 3 ... can we read TWO books by the SAME author, whose initials are in VALKYRIE?
For example could I read
[bookcover:Paula|23..."
Yep :) Same as message 8 in the thread.
There's no restriction on reading the same author.
Dear Mohgan,Please approve
as Fantasy > Supernatural, because even though it has 93 shelves, it's second to last and I'm paranoid. Thank.<3
Cait wrote: "Dear Mohgan,Please approve
as Fantasy > Supernatural, because even though it has 93 shelves, it's second to last and I'm paranoid. Thank.<3"
You got it.
The paranoia that is. ;)
Also the verification. 'Fantasy > Supernatural'
Fiona (Titch) wrote: "For Option 3, can I read Where the Devil Can't Go & Death Can't Take a Joke - Anya Lipska? VALKYRIE"Yep :) that fits. Just be sure to get the ebook verification since #2 appears to only exist in ebook or "unknown binding". Maybe something a GR librarian can help with.
Morgan wrote: "Fiona (Titch) wrote: "For Option 3, can I read Where the Devil Can't Go & Death Can't Take a Joke - Anya Lipska? VALKYRIE"Yep :) that fits. Just ..."
Will do xx
Another paranoid here...Please verify Fantasy > Supernatural for Home Improvement: Undead Edition, thank you!
Camilla wrote: "Another paranoid here...Please verify Fantasy > Supernatural for Home Improvement: Undead Edition, thank you!"
'Fantasy > Supernatural' verified with 33 users. :)
You're in good company. It can be the top genre and I'm like BUT WHAT IF....
Nicole wrote: "Can you please verify Switched for supernatural?Thanks!
Very sweet task :)"
'Fantasy > Supernatural' verified with 185 users :)
Thanks & enjoy!
Dee wrote: "for other authors:Laura Kaye
Ruthie Knox
Edie Ramer
Anthony Ryan"
Added :) Thanks for sharing, Dee!
Morgan wrote: "::AUTHOR SUGGESTIONS::These are just suggestions to help if you're stuck. Feel free to offer more suggestions as these are mostly pulled from my TBR. (Also added as questions/clarifications roll in) "
I'm thinking two books by Victoria Laurie: Killer Insight and Ghoul Interrupted. They both have "Fantasy > Supernatural" and VL is in Valkyrie. Just double checking they're okay.
And do we get extra credit for reading a Cait Morgan book :-)
Suggestion for VALKYRIE author:Kristen Ashley
Katie Ashley
R.K. Lilley
K.A. Linde
Elizabeth Reyes
Kit Rocha
Abigail Roux
Luke Young
Trish wrote: "Morgan wrote: "::AUTHOR SUGGESTIONS::These are just suggestions to help if you're stuck. Feel free to offer more suggestions as these are mostly pulled from my TBR. (Also added as questions/clarif..."
Yep! Those work for either option you'd like to use them for (or one of each!) I was thinking of The Ghoul Next Door since I have it on my kindle, but I also have Thorn (Bechdel Test/Author Initials in VALKYRIE) & Cracked (Fantasy>Supernatural) which I *also* already have. So at least I have choices? (I stopped looking when I hit three in *ONE* format. lol)
Tara Jo wrote: "Suggestion for VALKYRIE author:Kristen Ashley
Katie Ashley
R.K. Lilley
K.A. Linde
Elizabeth Reyes
[author:Kit ..."
Thanks, Tara Jo! I'll add them to the list in msg 2. :)
Please approve The Ruby Circle for Option 1.....thank you!Also, Karen Robards will work for Option 3
:)
Julie wrote: "Please approve The Ruby Circle for Option 1.....thank you!Also, Karen Robards will work for Option 3
:)"
Noted for 'Fantasy>Supernatural' :) I've had a book of that series for the last two seasons.....I feel a little odd not continuing with Ruby Circle, but I was a little....meh? with the other two. Not sure why.
And I'll add your author to the list of suggestions!
Please confirm genre as it is low on the list - Thanks!Option 1 twice over...
Book 1 - Living Dead in Dallas
Book 2 - Club Dead
Teresa Jo wrote: "Confirm genre as it is low on the listOption 1 twice over...
Book 1 - Living Dead in Dallas
Book 2 - Club Dead"
'Fantasy>Supernatural' verified for both with 661 & 617 users.
:)
I'M BACK!Could I have
verified for Fantasy > Supernatural?
Cait wrote: "I'M BACK!Could I have
verified for Fantasy > Supernatural?"Fantasy > Supernatural with 4 users verified. :)
Donna Jo wrote: "I'm not sure I will be using this but could I have Night Watchverified for Fantasy>Supernatural?"Absolutely :)
Fantasy > Supernatural verified with 85 users.
Morgan wrote: "Donna Jo wrote: "I'm not sure I will be using this but could I have Night Watchverified for Fantasy>Supernatural?"Fantasy > Supernatural verified with 85 users."
Thanks. Great task by the way!
Melanie wrote: "Can I get approval for Graceling for option 1?"I'm not seeing 'Supernatural' currently:
Fantasy 1,431 users
Fiction 892 users
Young Adult 606 users
Fantasy > Magic 499 users
Young Adult > Teen 419 users
Young Adult > Young Adult Fantasy 399 users
Fantasy > High Fantasy 363 users
Fantasy > Paranormal 354 users
Science Fiction Fantasy 218 users
Romance 165 users
But if it was there and fell off, it's likely to jump back on. I know I've managed to get a couple and catch them while the genre was showing.
I checked to see if it was on the list for option 2, but only the second book is listed so it wouldn't work for that.
Sorry! But if you catch it let me know and I'll do my best to lock it in.
Ok thanks. I'll check and see if I have something else that suits. :-)
Could I get
verified for Fantasy > Supernatural? <3
Cait wrote: "Could I get verified for Fantasy > Supernatural? <3"'Fantasy > Supernatural' is verified with 114 users clinging to the bottom.
Option 1: Vacations from Hell by Libba Bray Fantasy > Supernatural Option 2: The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley #1
Claire wrote: "Option 1: Vacations from Hell by Libba Bray Fantasy > Supernatural Option 2: The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley #1"
For Vacations from Hell by Libba Bray 'Fantasy > Supernatural' is verified with 33 users :)
Does this one work for Option #2Princess Academy
Hale, Shannon
AR Quiz No. 104732 EN Fiction
Accelerated Reader Quiz Information IL: MG - BL: 6.0 - AR Pts: 10.0
Accelerated Reader Quiz Type Information AR Quiz Types: RP, VP
Book Rating Rating: 3.5
While attending a strict academy for potential princesses with the other girls from her mountain village, fourteen-year-old Miri discovers unexpected talents and connections to her homeland. Book #1
Kathy G. wrote: "Does this one work for Option #2Princess Academy
Hale, Shannon
AR Quiz No. 104732 EN Fiction
Accelerated Reader Quiz Information IL: MG - BL: 6.0 - AR Pts: 10.0
Accelerate..."
As long as it is found on the list linked in option #2, you just have to include the book's position on the list and the page you found it on.
Being childrens you would just have to include the AR information as well "IL: MG - BL: 6.0 - AR Pts: 10.0"
But it has to be on that list. Being on the list is the only requirement for that one and I don't restrict against childrens.
I'm basically not sure what the real question is? But the short answer is: "If you find it on that list it works! :D"
Thanks- I found it on the list. I forgot aboutthat requirement--- but it's there. Super.
And it fits the children's requirement.
:-)
Awesome :) I'm pretty sure I've had it on my TBR awhile too.
Always nice when it works out!
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All the blame for getting me addicted to SRC rests solely on one set of shoulders--those of my BFF "Cait S." I practically stood up to torture as she tried to get this task idea out of me early, but hopefully
your freakin' apple piethe surprise was worth it! I couldn't ask for a better friend, confidante, and partner in various shenanigans.In toying with different ideas for this task, I discovered that there is a series of cozy mysteries entitled "Cait Morgan". (Hence the random task title.)
This is a TWO BOOK task.
There are three options to represent the three years we've been attached at the hip (going on #4!)
Since Cait and I can be brain twins, but are also very different in other ways you can:
1) choose two different options below
OR
2) choose one option and do it twice!
Required: State your chosen option(s) when posting.
Option One :: The family business
One of our favorite TV shows is 'Supernatural'. She's the Dean to my Sam.
Read a book with 'Supernatural' in the main page genres. Variations/embedded genres such as 'Fantasy > Supernatural' or 'Supernatural Romance' are acceptable.
Option Two :: Sometimes it's about girls
We talk all the time. About *everything*. (And sometimes that involves genetically engineered space marines...)
The Bechdel Test is as follows:
(1) Does the work of fiction have at least two (named) female characters?
(2) Who have a conversation with each other?
(3) About something other than a man?
If something meets all three, it passes.
For this option, read a book that you find on the Speculative Fiction that Passes the Bechdel Test list.
Required: Include the book's position on the list, and the page where it is found.
Option Three :: Defender of the Hawthorne
In fitting with the Valkyries and shieldmaidens in Norse mythology, Cait will defend her favorites (either fandom or physical loved ones) to the bitter end. She will also lift them up out of the ashes of whatever a heartless author puts them through and bring them to their well-deserved Valhalla in her heart.
Read a book where the author's initials can be found in VALKYRIE. Middle names/initials *do* count and all letters can only be used once. Each space defines a name and all name initials must be present. Hyphenated names count as one name.