2022 November Monthly Challenge

[~KarenH~, Moderator]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!

You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

You can choose any number of categories depending on your reading speed, book availability and/or time commitment.

When posting your challenge progress, please make sure to put the date/s when you finished your book/s.

Upon completion, please repost your challenge as it helps when updating; you may update your original challenge as or go or repost if you choose.

Happy Reading!!

[~KarenH~, Moderator]

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[Bookchaser]

2022 November Monthly Challenge



10/10 Completed



01. Happy November Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.
Someone to Wed by Mary Balogh 11/05/22
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. Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), and Zachary (God Has Remembered).
Crossing Nevada by Jeannie Watt 11/26/22
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Shana Galen: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Shana Galen, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
In the Company of Wolves by Paige Tyler 11/07/22
04. Book Lovers Day (November 5): 📖Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.
Someone to Care by Mary Balogh 11/14/22
05. Marooned without a Compass Day (November 6): 🏝Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Going Rogue by Janet Evanovich 11/10/22
06. Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day (November 11): 👨🏼‍✈️Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
To Love a Wolf by Paige Tyler 11/24/22
07. America Recycles Day (November 15): 📚Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀
Someone to Trust by Mary Balogh 11/19/22
08. Homemade Bread Day (November 17): 🍞Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.
Getting Dirty by Erin Nicholas 11/25/22
09. Red Planet Day (November 28): 🛸Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.
Renegade by Justine Davis 11/17/22
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice.
Last Chance Cowboy by Leigh Riker 11/30/22

[Lacy]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

2/5 Completed Busy month!

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read one book written by Shana Galen, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Shana Galen's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list....
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

🍁4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day
The Finish Line by Kate Stewart - 11/18 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

🍁7. November 15 - America Recycles Day -
The Perfect Place to Die by Bryce Moore -11/10 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

[Frankie]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

1. Happy November Birthday! -
Read a book published in November.
Autumn's Prize-Mary Stone 11/18/22

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). This month's names:
Maeve (Intoxicating),
Esme (Loved),
Jonah (A Dove),
Zachary (God Has Remembered).
(Zachary Mackay)
Cyclone-Janie Crouch 11/13/22

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen:
Read a book set in Texas.
Mine To Love-Natasha Madison 11/04/22

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day -
Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.
More Than Miles-Autumn Jones Lake 11/19/22

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day -
Read a book. that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Autumn's Strike-Mary Stone 11/11/22

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day -
Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
Rain After Fire-Amber Kelly 11/06/22

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day -
Read a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count).
Purple Orchids-Samantha Christy 11/10/22

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day -
Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.
Almost Just Friends-Jill Shalvis 11/06/22

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day -
Read a book that has something round on the cover.
Whiskey Sour-J.A. Konrath 11/04/22

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Zero Pucks Given-Jessa York 11/03/22

[Tiki]

2022 November Monthly Challenge
2/6

🦃1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz. Published November 6th 2018
Sir's Rise (The Rise Series Book One) by: Red Phoenix (11/08/2022)

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

🦃3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read one book written by Shana Galen, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Shana Galen's backlist - (view spoiler)[https://www.goodreads.com/author/list....

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making! (hide spoiler)]
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
Sweet Nothings by: Macy Blake (11/06/2022)

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

🦃5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Nine Lives by: Danielle Steel (11/07/2022)

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.
All or Nothing by: Macy Blake

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

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

2022 November Monthly Challenge

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

Sebastian/Aristide by Alexandra Ivy - 02/11/2022

✔️2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) that somehow represents the name's meaning: Maeve (Intoxicating) - Reaux
Ice/Reaux by Alexandra Ivy - 06/11/2022

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award.
Silver Silence by Nalini Singh - 08/11/2022

✔️4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

Allegiance of Honor by Nalini Singh - 04/11/2022

✔️5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere

Shards of Hope by Nalini Singh - 03/11/2022

✔️6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military (Arrows are Military of the Psy)

Shield of Winter by Nalini Singh - 02/11/2022

✔️7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count).

Talon/Xavier by Alexandra Ivy - 01/11/2022

✔️8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with that you consider a comfort read.

Lian/Roch by Alexandra Ivy - 04/11/2022

✔️9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Fantasy

Heart of Obsidian by Nalini Singh - 01/11/2022

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

The Pact by Max Monroe - 05/11/2022

[Patrizia]

2022 November Monthly Challenge
5/5 ROMANCE

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
Vanishing Hour by Laura Griffin 6 November; 5☆


4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Say You're Sorry by Karen Rose 16 November; 5☆


6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
male Mc is former Army soldier- Decoy Trainingby Caridad Piñeiro 10 November; 4☆


7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.
ball and wheels- Silent Witness by Lara Lacombe 2 November; 4☆


10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Detection Detail by Terri Reed 19 November; 4☆

[Elaine]

November Monthly Challenge

10/10 completed

1. Published in November: Missing: An Elusive Marquess Tammy Andresen 4☆ 26/11/22
2. Esme: Reason to Wed Heather Boyd 5☆ 4/11/22
3. Historical Romance: The Rigid Duke Darcy Burke 4☆ 10/11/22
4. Author I love: Carole Mortimer: The Rake's Wicked Proposal 4☆ 7/11/22
5. Mystery: The Weeping Lady Conspiracy Alexandra Walsh 4☆ 2/11/22
6. Military: Burnt Allyson Charles 5☆ 1/11/22
7. Borrowed book: The Perfect Golden Circle Benjamin Myers 3☆ 13/11/22
8. Comfort read (cowboys!) Country Storm Cheyenne McCray 4☆ 1/11/22
9. Something round on cover: The Heart of a Lyon Anna St. Claire 4☆ 11/11/22
10. Reader's Choice: The Rogue's Disgraced Lady Carole Mortimer 3☆ 8/11/22

[Gelaskaca]

🪵🌾🍁 November Monthly Challenge 🍁🌾🪵

Read : 10/10 Completed

✅ 1. Published in November: A Mage's Guide to Human Familiars by A.J. Sherwood (Published Nov 5, 2021) | 📖 11/2 | 3.5 ⭐️
✅ 2. Zachary: P.S. It's Always Been You: Part 1 by Lauren Blakely Narrated by Zachary Webber | 🎧 11/2 | 3 ⭐️
✅ 3. Historical Romance: A Secret Proposal by Valerie Bowman | 📖 11/8 | 3 ⭐️
✅ 4. Author I love: Imago by N.R. Walker | 📖 11/4 | 4.5 ⭐️
✅ 5. Mystery: Last Gasp by S.C. Wynne | 📖 11/18 | 4 ⭐️
✅ 6. Military: Rough Terrain by Annabeth Albert | 📖 11/16 | 4 ⭐️
✅ 7. Borrowed book: Rescued by Felice Stevens | 📖 11/6 | 3.5 ⭐️
✅ 8. Comfort read: How to Shield an Assassin by A.J. Sherwood | 📖 11/11 | 4.5 ⭐️
✅ 9. Fantasy: Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi, Vol. 1 by Mò Xiāng Tóng Xiù | 📖 11/5 | 4 ⭐️
✅ 10. Reader's Choice: Imagines by N.R. Walker | 📖 11/13 | 5 ⭐️

[Mony]

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2022 November Monthly Challenge

✔ 1. Book published in November, or with a Yellow/Gold book cover - Rejected
✔ 2. Cover art representing Maeve (intoxicating)- Frozen in Ice
✔ 3. HR- A Matter of Temptation
✔ 4. Reread book, or read an author, that you love- Look the Part
✔ 5. Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere- The Crash
✔ 6. Read a book that includes a character that is former military - Scarlett Red
✔ 7. Book or recommendation planned be to be passed on- The Devil You Know
✔ 8. Book that is a comfort read- My Fake Christmas Fiancé
✔ 9. Sci-Fi or Fantasy, has a red cover- Reclaimed
✔ 10. Reader's Choice- The Lessons



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[Sonja]

In for 5 this month.

Read: 2/5
1. Happy November Birthday! - Get a Life, Chloe Brown (Nov pub)
2. Baby Names! This month's names: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered). Tomboy
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: You Were Made to Be Mine (Historical Romance)
4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Exposed (love the author)
5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Unlucky 13 (mystery)
6. November 11 - Veteran's Day - The Poppy Wife: A Novel of the Great War (military)
7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - The Lost Summers of Newport (Library loan)
8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - The Reunion (character works with food)
9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Hooked (fantasy)
10. Reader's Choice: Awk-Weird



Read:

[Barbara ★]

November Monthly Challenge

READ: 10/10

✔️1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.
Wild Irish Soul - Tricia O'Malley (pub Nov 15, 2014) 11/23

✔️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. Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).
Immortal Matchmakers, Inc. - Mimi Jean Pamfiloff (Zac, God of temptation) 11/16

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read one book written by Shana Galen, or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
Ninth House - Leigh Bardugo 11/12
(Goodreads Choice Award for Fantasy (2019), Ladies of Horror Fiction Award Nominee for Best Novel (2019))

✔️4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.
Archangel's Light - Nalini Singh 11/1

✔️5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretation...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
The Disappeared - Kristina Ohlsson 11/6

✔️6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
Killer, Paper, Cut - Joanna Campbell Slan 11/22

✔️7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀
Archangel's Resurrection - Nalini Singh 11/3

✔️8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.
Pumpkin Pies & Potions - Polly Holmes (Vivian has pumpkin shop) 11/18

✔️9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.
Daybreak - Cheree Alsop 11/11

✔️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Undead Mr. Tenpenny - Tammie Painter 11/19



CHALLENGE COMPLETE

[Christine]

I'm in!

...10/10 Completed November 30

1. Happy November Birthday! - The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams November 6, 5 stars

2. Baby Names!: A Spell for Trouble by Esme Addison November 30, 4 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: When You Give a Duke a Diamond by Shana Galen November 11, 4 stars

4. November 5 - Warrior's Woman by Johanna Lindsey November 30, 5 stars

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James November 29, 5 stars

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Whispers in the Dark by Maya Banks November 14, 4 stars

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Forbidden by Beverly Jenkins November 22, 5 stars

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Fudge Cupcake Murder by Joanne Fluke November 21, 3 stars

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers November 11, 4 stars

10. Reader's Choice: The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James November 25, 5 stars

[JoAnne]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10 tasks DONE!

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November,
Eliza (The Amish of Morrissey County Book Four): An Amish Romance by Sylvia Price 11/5/22 4stars (11/11/22)

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).
The Vegas Bluff: A Sinful Christmas Romance (Heart of Hope #16) by Ajme Williams 11/12/22 4stars Zach - Max's uncle)

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
You may also read a book that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (Dr. Croft is teaching Dr. Gibson as well as Nora about surgical and medical practices; the hospital is also a teaching hospital)
The Girl in His Shadow (Nora Beady #1) by Audrey Blake 11/1/22 4stars

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Read a book by an author you love.
Christmas in the Cabin: A Dad's Best Friend, Secret Baby, Holiday Romance (Forbidden Temptations) by Sofia T Summers 11/18/22 4stars (read 41 of her books so...)

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example).
Just Like Magic by Sarah Hogle 11/5/22 4stars (Bettie doesn't want to go home for Christmas since her family doesn't know how her life has imploded; doesn't have Christmas Spirit or like how her life is until the magic of Hall.)

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military
Death on a Deadline (A Homefront News Mystery #2) by Joyce St. Anthony 11/10/22 4stars (current - Bill; former - Richie, died in combat)

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count).
A Christmas Home (The Promise Glen #1) by Marta Perry 11/12/22 4stars (from the library)

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover
Summertime Clues: A fun paranormal cozy mystery with a dash of romance (English Village Witch Cozy Book 8) by Rosie Reed 11/10/22 4stars (ice cream cone)

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book that has something round on the cover. (lights; balls of yarn)
It Came Upon a Midnight Shear ( A Riverbank Knitting Mystery #3) by Allie Pleiter 11/8/22 4stars

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Thankful For Us: A Secret Pregnancy Holiday Romance (Heart of Hope) by Ajme Williams 11/6/22 4stars

[Mamacita aka MawMaw]

Mama's Birthday Month
November Monthly Challenge

Books Read 0/10



1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read one book written by Shana Galen, or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book tagged as Historical Romance or featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

[Romanticbookworm]

Im in



2022 November Monthly Challenge

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!

You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

[MountainKat, Moderator]

In for the usual 10! 📚

[Connie N.]

2022 November Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 11/1/22 to 11/30/22
9/10

1. Happy November Birthday! - With a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz - Starry-Eyed Love by Helena Hunting - 11/26/22 ♥♥♥♥

Gold/yellow stars

2. Baby Names! Esme (Loved) - The Duke by Kerrigan Byrne - 11/23/22 ♥♥♥♥

This is a strong romance between Imogen and Cole, so I’m going with “loved” as the main attribute that appears in this book.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen - Tagged as Historical Romance - The Highlander by Kerrigan Byrne - 11/3/22 ♥♥♥♥


4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - By an author you love - I Owe You One by Sophie Kinsella - 11/15/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

She always makes me laugh.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Tagged Mystery - Almost a Family by Stephanie Bond - 11/8/22 ♥♥♥♥


6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (library book) - The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker - 11/16/22 ♥♥♥


8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Character connected with the food industry in some way - Stirred by Tracy Ewens - 11/28/22 ♥♥♥♥

Garrett is a farmer.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Tagged Fantasy - Imperfect Angel by Christi Barth - 11/6/22 ♥♥♥♥


10. Reader's Choice - Any book - L.A. Rotten: A Tom Tanner Mystery by Jeff Klima - 11/10/22 ♥♥♥♥

[mikaela]

2022 November Monthly Challenge
~ Completed!! ~

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

Pride & Puppies 11/12

2. Baby Names! This month's names: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

Lord Blackwell's Promise 11/21

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen (historical romance)

The Highwayman's Letter 11/4

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

The Viscount and the Vicar's Daughter 11/13

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped.

A Spinster's Guide to Danger and Dukes 11/7

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

Mrs. Wickham 11/12

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way. This includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

Lucy on the Wild Side 11/3

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

Georgie, All Along 11/16

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

Among Us: A Traitor in Space 11/16

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

Viviana Valentine Gets Her Man 11/28

[Natalie]

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, 🍁11/13
or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz. 🍁11/9

2. Baby Names! This month's names: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read one book written by Shana Galen, 🍁 11/3
or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, 🍁11/2
or read a book by an author you love. 🍁11/8

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense. 🍁11/11

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military 🍁11/14 or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries 🍁11/12 and 🍁11/8 KU count).
Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table).
Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read 🍁11/4

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

[Jonquil]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

10/10 DONE

1. Happy November Birthday! - published in November November 30th 2021 Matched with Murder Danielle M. Haas 11/18
2. Baby Names! Intoxicating Coral Weddings Jan Moran
11/5
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) featuring a teacher or student The Vanderbeekers on the Road The Vanderbeekers on the Road 11/7
4. November 5 -by an author you love ==I liked his books more often than I hated them Distant Thunder Stuart Woods 11/8
5. Marooned without a Compass Day Suspense. Degree of Risk Lindsay McKenna 11/4
6 Veteran's Day - current or former military Degree of Risk Lindsay McKenna 11/4
7America Recycles Day -library book Colton's Deadly Engagement Colton's Deadly Engagement 11/16
8.Homemade Bread Day -food on the cover Molly Maple 11/3

9. Red Planet Day - Fantasy The Forgettable Miss French Kristen Painter 11/3
10. Reader's Choice: Desert Star Michael Connelly 11/12

[AliciaJ]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

11/26

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

11/16

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

11/24

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

11/13


5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

11/3

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

11/4

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

11/7

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

11/2

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

11/21

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

11/19

[Susan]

I'm in

10/10

November Monthly Challenge

1. Happy November Birthday! -
🦃Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.
His Christmas Guardian - Cindy Dees (HRS #2205 - Nov 2022) - Nov 8

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).
The Wish List - Michelle Major (HQN - Oct 2022) (Zach) - Nov 7

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!

🦃You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
The Cowboy Cookie Challenge - Lori Wilde (Avon - Nov 2022) (Texas) - Nov 3

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day -
🦃Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.
The Outlaw's Claim - Brenda Jackson (HD #2905 - Nov 2022) (author) - Nov 9

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day -
🦃Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Six Days to Live - Lisa Dodson (HRS #2206 - Nov 2022) (suspense) - Nov 4

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day -
🦃Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
The Captain's Christmas Homecoming - Lauri Robinson (HH #1688 - Nov 2022) (former military) - Nov 10

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day -
🦃Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀
Canyon Kidnapping - Cindi Myers (HI #2110 - Dec 2022) (recommended) - Nov 30

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day -
🦃Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.
The Amish Quiltmaker's Unconventional Niece - Jennifer Beckstrand (Kensington - Nov 2022) - Nov 5

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day -
🦃Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.
Dragonflight - Anne McCaffrey (Ballantine - July 1968) - Nov 22

10. Reader's Choice:
🦃Read any book of your choice.
The Christmas Spirit - Debbie Macomber (Random House - Oct 2022) - Nov 1

[Mary!]

2022 November Monthly Challenge
Duration: Nov. 1 - 30, 2022
10/10

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November.
Someday, Maybe by Onyi Nwabineli 11/11/2022

2. Baby Names! Read a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning
Zachary (God Has Remembered).
Afterlife by Julia Alvarez 11/29/2022

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award.
Swing Time by Zadie Smith 11/16/2022

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Read a book by an author you love.
Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story by Bono 11/05/2022

5. November 6 - Read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Livid by Patricia Cornwell 11/04/2022

6. November 11 - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
Going Rogue by Janet Evanovich 11/08/2022

7. November 15 - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way
A Quiet Life in the Country by T.E. Kinsey 11/13/2022

8. November 17 - Read a book with a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table).
Grilled for Murder by Maddie Day 11/23/2022

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book that has something round on the cover.
The Whalebone Theatre by Joanna Quinn 11/09/2022

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Punk 57 by Penelope Douglas 11/30/2022

[Peggy]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

[Jennie-Lee~abookishwonderer~]

2022 November Monthly Challenge
Read: 3/10

1. Happy November Birthday!: Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.
🥳Surprising Lord Jack by Sally MacKenzie

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

✔️4. November 5~Book Lovers Day: Read a book by an author you love.
🥳Fatal Judgment by Irene Hannon▪️11/4/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

✔️6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day: Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
🥳Through Waters Deep by Sarah Sundin▪️11/25/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

✔️7. November 15 - America Recycles Day: Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count).
🥳Big Little Spies by Krista Davis▪️11/4/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

[Julianna]

I'm in for six this month.

[Melissa]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz. - Desperate Measures - Finished 11/5

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas. Once Upon a Quinceañera - Finished 11/10

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.- The Weight of Blood - Finished 11/14

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense. - Hidden Pictures- Finished 11/30

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder. - Sisters in Arms- Finished 11/27

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀 Laces - Finished 11/30

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover. - The Potter- wearing a round watch- Finished 11/9

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. - I'm Glad My Mom Died - Finished 11/15

[LaurLa]

November Monthly Challenge
November 2022

My Monthly Challenge (msg 30)

Books Read ➺ 10



✅1. Happy November Birthday!
🔹Read a book published in November
🔹A Tale of Two Dragons ➺ 11.02 ★★★★

✅2. Baby Names!
🔹This month's names: Zachary (God Has Remembered)
🔹The Most Important Catch ➺ 11.04 ★★★

✅3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen
🔹Read a book tagged as Historical Romance
🔹Enjoy the Dance ➺ 11.12 ★★★★

✅4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day
🔹Read a book by an author you love
🔹Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs ➺ 11.22 ★★★★

✅5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day
🔹Read tagged Mystery or Suspense
🔹Vanished ➺ 11.20 ★★★★

✅6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day
🔹Read a book that includes a character that is former military
🔹The Uninvited ➺ 11.16 ★★★★

✅7. November 15 - America Recycles Day
🔹Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way
🔹Motorcycle Man ➺ 11.06 ★★★★

✅8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day
🔹Read a book with food on the cove
🔹Dirty Martini ➺ 11.06 ★★★★

✅9. November 28 - Red Planet Day
🔹Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy
🔹Time Return ➺ 11.28 ★★★

✅10. Reader's Choice
🔹Read any book of your choice
🔹Get a Life, Chloe Brown ➺ 11.11 ★★★★★

[Kim]

0/3

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀


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

[Emily]

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.

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

[One Sentence Audio]

👩‍🎓Benita's 2022 November Monthly Challenge Progress

NOVEMBER CHALLENGE COMPLETED



1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a topaz, yellow or gold cover
Title: The Heretic's Daughter
How Qualifies: Topaz, goldish cover
Date Read: November 6, 2022


2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character name or author's name
Title:My Highland Spy
How Qualifies: last name of author is "Roberts"
Date Read: November 7, 2022

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read one book written by Shana Galen, or any author with her first or lat name, or featuring a teacher orvan award winning book
Title: Between the Devil and the Duke
How Qualifies: won RITA award 2018
Date Read: November 5, 2022

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.
Title:A Duke to Remember
How Qualifies: by award winning Kelly Bowen, an author I love
Date Read: November 6, 2022

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, trapped
Title: SOMEWHERE to Begin Again
How Qualifies: characters trapped back in time, WW2 era Oregon
Date Read: November 6-7, 2022

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day- character that is current or former military or first responder.
Title:SOMEWHERE to Fall in Love
How Qualifies: 2 charaxters, police detective/chief and veteran
Date Read: November 7, 2022

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way
Title:Forever Hidden
How Qualifies: recycled from a friend, Jean
Date Read: November 2, 2022

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - food on the cover or a character connected with the food
Title:Raspberry Revenge
How Qualifies: food on cover, raspberry cupcake
Date Read: November 5, 2022

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Sci-Fi or Fantasy
Title: SOMEWHERE to Fall in Love
How Qualifies: includes a character that is mermaid and minor characters who have time travelled
Date Read: November 7, 2022

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Title: The Perfect Wife
How Qualifies: any book qualifies
Date Read: November 3, 2022

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

Completed!

2022 November Monthly Challenge

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

Sebastian/Aristide by Alexandra Ivy - 02/11/2022

✔️2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) that somehow represents the name's meaning: Maeve (Intoxicating) - Reaux
Ice/Reaux by Alexandra Ivy - 06/11/2022

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award.
Silver Silence by Nalini Singh - 08/11/2022

✔️4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

Allegiance of Honor by Nalini Singh - 04/11/2022

✔️5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere

Shards of Hope by Nalini Singh - 03/11/2022

✔️6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military (Arrows are Military of the Psy)

Shield of Winter by Nalini Singh - 02/11/2022

✔️7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count).

Talon/Xavier by Alexandra Ivy - 01/11/2022

✔️8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with that you consider a comfort read.

Lian/Roch by Alexandra Ivy - 04/11/2022

✔️9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Fantasy

Heart of Obsidian by Nalini Singh - 01/11/2022

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

The Pact by Max Monroe - 05/11/2022

[Morgan]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.


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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.


9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.


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

[SLOWLY COMING OUT OF HIATUS!.·:*¨༺♡ Honeydew ♡༻¨*:·.]

6/10 Compleated

1. Happy November Birthday! -

📖 2. Baby Names! - Windfall (11/13/22)

🎧 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen - Third Son's A Charm (Narrated by Victoria Aston) (11/26/22)

📖 4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Boyfriend Material (11/11/22)

📖 5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - The Club (11/16/22)

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day -

📖 7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - A Summer Romance (11/13/22)

📖 8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Coca Hearts (11/23/22)

DIDN'T FINISH 🎧 9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - PLAN ON READING Never Been Kissed (Timothy Janovsky) (Narrated by )

10. Reader's Choice -

[~KarenH~, Moderator]

Wow, finishers already! Congrats Benita and Christine...that was quick!

[Suzanne]

Romance Readers Reading Challenges
2022 November Monthly Challenge
Duration: 11/1/2022 - 11/30/2022

Progress: 10 out of 10

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a Yellow/Gold cover in honor of the November birthstone, the Topaz.
The Yellow House Mystery by Gertrude Chandler Warner - *** - 11/30/2022 - 192 Pages - Yellow Cover

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).
Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles - **** - 11/5/2022 - 359 Pages - "Loved"

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

Fun Facts about Shana Galen:
* Shana is a three-time Rita award nominee.
* She is a former middle- and high-school level English teacher in Houston, TX, but now writes full time.
* She writes primarily Regency Romance.
* Shana is married and has a daughter who she says is a romance heroine in the making!
Lore Olympus: Volume Three by Rachel Smythe - ***** - 11/11/2022 - 384 Pages - Student

You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.
Skin Game by Jim Butcher - ***** - 11/9/2022 - 454 Pages - Favorite Author

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
In the Prince's Bed by Sabrina Jeffries - ***** - 11/15/2022 - 390 Pages - Has to marry a woman with money or he'll lose his business

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
Bad Blood by L.A. Banks - **** - 11/7/2022 - 342 Pages - Military

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Read a book that you borrowed or received used in some way - a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count). Or you may read a book that you plan on passing on in some way (recycling) after you've read it... and since so many of us read digitally now and those books are harder to pass on, this includes passing on a recommendation. 😀
Star Knights by Kay Davault - ***** - 11/8/2022 - 240 Pages - Borrowed Book

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read:
The Awakening by Nora Roberts - **** - 11/11/2022 - 435 Pages - Comfort Read

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.
Just One Damned Thing After Another by Jodi Taylor - ***** - 11/12/2022 - 480 Pages - Fantasy

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice:
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston - ***** - 11/12/2022 - 368 Pages

[Cyliena]

I'm in! :)

Completed: 6/5

1. Happy November Birthday!: Conqueror ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (11/10)
2. Baby Names:
3. FAC - Shana Galen: One Thing Leads to a Lover ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (11/23)
4. Book Lovers Day: Guard: Dark Guard / Cyborg Guard ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (11/5)
5. Marooned Without a Compass Day:
6. Veteran's Day: Mission: Uncovered ⭐⭐⭐ (11/13)
7. America Recycles Day: The Lady and the Orc ⭐ (11/30)
8. Homemade Bread Day:
9. Red Planet Day: Weapons Master ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (11/27)
10. Reader's Choice:



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2. Baby Names! This month's names: Maeve (Intoxicating), Esme (Loved), Jonah (A Dove), Zachary (God Has Remembered).

5. Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretation...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.

8. Homemade Bread Day - Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.
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[Aminko]

2022 November Monthly Challenge
1 November to 31 November, 2022

1/10 Read

1. Happy November Birthday! - Bad Moon Rising by Zoe Forward

2. Baby Names! - Darkness Undone by Georgia Lyn Hunter

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen: Third Son's a Charm by Shana Galen

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day - Just To Be With You by Bella Andre

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Stranded with the SEAL by Amy Gamet

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Lethal Edge by Kaylea Cross (27/11/2022)

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day - Kiss the Stars by A. L. Jackson

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day - The Rancher’s Pregnant Fake Fiancée by Leslie North

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Wasteland Treasure by Eve Langlais

10. Reader's Choice: Never Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks

[Elaine]

Finished on post 9. Thanks for the challenge.

[~KarenH~, Moderator]

Congrats, Elaine!

[Gelaskaca]

Gelaskaca wrote: "🪵🌾🍁 November Monthly Challenge 🍁🌾🪵

Read : 10/10 Completed

✅ 1. Published in November: A Mage's Guide to Human Familiars by A.J. Sherwood (Published Nov 5, 2021) ..."

Finished..!!
Thank you Karen..!

[JoAnne]

Finished on post #15
Read 10/10

[Frankie]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

1. Happy November Birthday! -
Read a book published in November.
Autumn's Prize-Mary Stone 11/18/22

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). This month's names:
Maeve (Intoxicating),
Esme (Loved),
Jonah (A Dove),
Zachary (God Has Remembered).
(Zachary Mackay)
Cyclone-Janie Crouch 11/13/22

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Shana Galen:
Read a book set in Texas.
Mine To Love-Natasha Madison 11/04/22

4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day -
Reread a book that you loved, or read a book by an author you love.
More Than Miles-Autumn Jones Lake 11/19/22

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day -
Read a book. that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Autumn's Strike-Mary Stone 11/11/22

6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day -
Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
Rain After Fire-Amber Kelly 11/06/22

7. November 15 - America Recycles Day -
Read a book that has been recycled (libraries and KU count).
Purple Orchids-Samantha Christy 11/10/22

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day -
Read a book with food on the cover or a character connected with the food industry in some way (anywhere from farm to table). Or you may read a book that you consider a comfort read.
Almost Just Friends-Jill Shalvis 11/06/22

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day -
Read a book that has something round on the cover.
Whiskey Sour-J.A. Konrath 11/04/22

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Zero Pucks Given-Jessa York 11/03/22

[Patrizia]

Done!

2022 November Monthly Challenge
5/5 ROMANCE

1. Happy November Birthday!

2. Baby Names!

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

You may also read a book that has won or been nominated for an award, or that is tagged as Historical Romance. You may also read a book featuring a teacher or student (or any child), or a book set in Texas.
Vanishing Hour by Laura Griffin 6 November; 5☆


4. November 5 - Book Lovers Day.

5. November 6 - Marooned without a Compass Day - Read a book where a character is lost or stranded somewhere, or feels somehow trapped (open to interpretaion...trapped in a dead-end job would work, for example). You may also read a book that is tagged Mystery or Suspense.
Say You're Sorry by Karen Rose 16 November; 5☆


6. November 11 - Veteran's Day/Armistice Day/Remembrance Day - Read a book that includes a character that is current or former military or first responder.
male Mc is former Army soldier- Decoy Trainingby Caridad Piñeiro 10 November; 4☆


7. November 15 - America Recycles Day.

8. November 17 - Homemade Bread Day .

9. November 28 - Red Planet Day - Read a book tagged Sci-Fi or Fantasy, or a book that has a red cover or something round on the cover.
ball and wheels- Silent Witness by Lara Lacombe 2 November; 4☆


10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Detection Detail by Terri Reed 19 November; 4☆

[~KarenH~, Moderator]

More finishers!

Congrats Gelaskaca, JoAnne, Frankie, and Patrizia!

[Jonquil]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

10/10 DONE

1. Happy November Birthday! - published in November November 30th 2021 Matched with Murder Danielle M. Haas 11/18
2. Baby Names! Intoxicating Coral Weddings Jan Moran 11/5

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) featuring a teacher or student both The Vanderbeekers on the Road Karina Yan Glaser 11/7
4. November 5 -by an author you love ==I liked his books more often than I hated them Distant Thunder Stuart Woods 11/8
5. Marooned without a Compass Day Mystery or Suspense Malice Keigo Higashino 11/13
6 Veteran's Day - current or former military Degree of Risk Lindsay McKenna 11/4
7America Recycles Day -library book Colton's Deadly Engagement Addison Fox 11/16
8.Homemade Bread Day -food on the cover Molly Maple 11/3

9. Red Planet Day - Fantasy The Forgettable Miss French Kristen Painter 11/3
10. Reader's Choice: Desert Star Michael Connelly 11/12

[MountainKat, Moderator]

2022 November Monthly Challenge

In for the usual 10! 📚

10 of 10. Updated 11.21.2022 DONE!

1. Happy November Birthday!: Where Winter Finds You by J.R. Ward 11.16.2022
2. Baby Names - Maeve, Esme, Jonah, Zachary: Here Comes My Man by Lauren Blakely 11.14.2022
3. Featured Author Challenge - Shana Galen: Earls Just Want to Have Fun by Shana Galen 11.12.2022
4. Book Lovers Day - November 5: One Foot in the Grave by Jeaniene Frost 11.21.2022
5. Marooned with a Compass Day - November 6: State of the Union by Marie Force 11.19.2022
6. Veteran's Day - November 11: Made Mine by Sloane Kennedy and Lucy Lennox 11.17.2022
7. America Recycles Day - November 15: Thank You for Listening by Julia Whelan 11.7.2022
8. Homemade Bread Day - November 17: The Secret of Bow Lane by Jennifer Ashley 11.18.2022
9. Red Planet Day - November 28: New York to Dallas by J.D. Robb 11.2.2022
10. Reader's Choice: In a Badger Way by Shelly Laurenston 11.10.2022



Thanks for a fun challenge!

[~KarenH~, Moderator]

Yay Jonquil and MountainKat!