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Genre of the MonthJanuary - Paranormal
✔ ~Read a book with both Fantasy AND Paranormal as one of the MPGs.
Mermaid Fins, Winds & Rolling Pins - Erin Johnson 1/1
✔ ~Read a book with Urban Fantasy or Vampires as any of the MPGs.
Shattered Souls - Delilah Devlin 1/13
✔ ~Read a book with any kind of shapeshifter in the story.
Blaze - Lisa Carlisle (gargoyle shifters) 1/13
✔ ~Read a book from either Best Paranormal & Fantasy Romances or Best Paranormal/Urban Fantasy Books list.
Raphael - D.B. Reynolds 1/16
Honeymooners Word Hunt
READ: 15/15
Never Fade - Alexandra Bracken 2/2
Bus - packed about 10 kinds in the bus, p144
Neighbors - past the shocked faces of my neighbors, p61
Raccoon - gold old raccoon face, p45
That Ain’t Witchcraft - Seanan McGuire 2/
Classic - fondness for ridiculously roomy classics, p313
Roller Skates - strapped into a pair of roller skates, p181
Television - one of those big televisions that look expensive, p39
Shattered at Sea - Cheryl Hollon 2/4
Apartment - my tiny garage apartment feels even smaller now, p21
Better Late Than Never - Jenn McKinlay 2/5
Husband - couldn't imagine having a husband under foot, p204
Wife - and after meeting his wife, p204
Darkness, My Old Friend - Lisa Unger 2/6
Golf - and gone to all-night bowling, p93
Rhapsodic - Laura Thalassa 2/11
Moon - moon shines brightly, p21
Upon a Burning Throne - Ashok K. Banker 2/12
Marriage - marriage is a woman's decision, p197
The Pearl Savage - Tamara Rose Blodgett 2/13
Driver - her pole drivers guiding the boat, p53
The Ladies of the Secret Circus - Constance Sayers 2/15
Bowling - and gone to all-night bowling, p93
Murder in an Irish Churchyard - Carlene O'Connor 2/28
Brooklyn - you can live in Brooklyn, p366
Genre of the MonthFebruary - Young Adult, Childrens
~Read a book with either Young Adult OR Children as an MPG. NOT both.
If You Could See the Sun - Ann Liang 2/1
~Read a book tagged New Adult or NA, at least 3 times.
Rhapsodic - Laura Thalassa 2/11
~Read a book from the Best Young Adult Books list.
Half-Blood - Jennifer Armentrout 2/25
Women's History Month
Start Date: March 1, 2023
End Date: April 3, 2023
READ: 9/12
✔ 1. Susan B. Anthony
~Read a book where some sort of vote took place.
Turkey Trot Murder - Leslie Meier 3/26
(town council voted on whether a newcomer could build a mansion)
✔ 2. Sally Ride
~Read a book with Science Fiction as an MPG.
And the Rest is History - Jodi Taylor 3/24
✔ 3. Serena Williams
~Read a book where someone is pregnant at anytime during the story
Preppy: The Life & Death of Samuel Clearwater, Part Three - T.M. Frazier (Ray) 3/9
✔ 4. Edith Wharton
~Read a book set in New York for any amount of time.
A Sudden Crush - Camilla Isley 3/23
✔ 5. Aretha Franklin
~Read a book where someone sings.
XOXO - Axie Oh (hero is in a K-pop band) 3/1
✔ 6. Amelia Earhart
~Read a book where someone goes missing.
Island of the Lost: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World - Joan Druett 3/8
✔ 7. Ruth Bader Ginsburg
~Read a book that is 2nd in a series.
Preppy: The Life & Death of Samuel Clearwater, Part Two - T.M. Frazier 3/8
✔ 8. Patsy Takemoto Mink
~Read a book that is set in Hawaii at any point in the book.
Temptation - T.K. Leigh 3/16
✔ 9. Elizabeth Cady Stanton
~Read a book with a character or author named Elizabeth.
The Laughing Policeman - Elizabeth J. Brown 4/3
10. Eleanor Roosevelt
~Read a book set in the 1960s.
~Read a book featuring ‘taboo’ topics. (You’re interpretation)
11. Maya Angelou
~Read a book that has won or been nominated for an award.
~Read a book with an MPG Classics.
✔ 12. Katharine Graham
~Read a book that is 1st in a series.
The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi - S.A. Chakraborty 3/5
Spring Flowers
Start Date: April 1, 2023
End Date: May 6, 2023
READ: 12/12
✔ Bluebell
* Read a book set in England
The Laughing Policeman - Elizabeth J. Brown 4/3
✔ Crocus
* Read a book that is first in a series
Kingdoms at War - Lindsay Buroker 4/21
✔ Daffodil
* Read a book with all the letters of WALES in the title.
Of Claws and Inferno - Kyoko M. 4/10
✔ Freesia
* Read a book with an author who’s first and last initials are the same letter
Hellbound in Vegas - Boone Brux 4/19
✔ Hyacinth
* Read a book that will stay with you for awhile (your interpretation)
The Hive Child - Rebecca L. Fearnley 4/15
✔ Iris
* Read a book with 310 in the publication date (in any order)
Warrior's Moon - Lucy Monroe (published July 2, 2013) 4/16
✔ Lily
* Read a book in which there is a wedding or a funeral
The Winter King - C.L. Wilson 4/23
✔ Pansy
* Read a book with a face on the cover
Dark Illusion - Christine Feehan 4/25
✔ Peony
* Read a book with an amazingly beautiful cover
Burning Bright - Melissa McShane 4/18
✔ Rose
* Read a love story
Fall For Me - Ann Lister 4/5
✔ Snapdragon
* Read a book with a dragon in it.
How to Date a Dragon - Ashlyn Chase 5/6
✔ Tulip
* Read a book in your favorite genre
Rebel - Cheryl Brooks (paranormal) 4/22
Genre of the MonthApril - Horror / Dark / Gothic
~Read a book with Horror as one of the top 3 MPG’s.
The Laughing Policeman - Elizabeth J. Brown 4/3
~Read a book with Dark or Gothic as any MPG.
Dark Illusion - Christine Feehan 4/25
Mother's Day Challenge
Duration May 2023
READ: 13/13
✅LOVE - Wondering Sight - Melissa McShane 5/10
(love certainly appeared in the most unlikely places), p46
✅PATIENT - Wondering Sight - Melissa McShane 5/10
(prepared herself for a long patient wait), p143
✅KIND - The Vanquisher of Water - Logan Young 5/7
(an elderly woman with a kind, wrinkled face), p95
✅BEAUTIFUL - Siren's Surrender - Devyn Quinn 5/1
(she was brave, beautiful and totally awesome, p72
✅FUNNY - How to Date a Dragon - Ashlyn Chase 5/6
(I just do it to be funny), p51
✅HARD WORKING - The Case of the Missing Morris Dancer - Cathy Ace 5/13
((but a hard-working lifestyle), p35
✅GLUE - The Butterfly Forest - Tom Lowe 5/7
(people like you are the glue that saves the planet), loc673
✅TIRED - The Vixen and the Vet - Katy Regnery 5/5
(he demanded in a low, tired voice), p43
✅FUN - Tempted - Megan Hart 5/4
(something fun or the summer), p363
✅CELEBRATED - The Protector - Donna Grant 5/3
(in the past they usually celebrated), p15
✅DESERVING - The Case of the Missing Morris Dancer - Cathy Ace 5/13
(which he rented to deserving families), p35
✅INSPIRATION - How to Date a Dragon - Ashlyn Chase 5/6
had lots of inspiration lately), p132
✅BONUS!!!! Bring an author along!!! Read a book with an author who's FIRST AND LAST initial are BOTH in MOTHER to collect the bonus button.
Tempted - Megan Hart 5/4
Genre of the MonthMay - Science Fiction
✔ ~Read a book with Science Fiction as one of the top 3 MPG’s.
The Cleaner, the Cat and the Space Station - Fay Abernethy 5/25
✔ ~Read a book tagged Steampunk or Dystopia at least 3 times.
Awakening - Jeremy Laszlo 5/28
✔ ~Read a book from the Best Dystopian and Post-Apocalyptic Fiction or Best Steampunk Books list.
The Iron Wyrm Affair - Lilith Saintcrow 5/23
Father's Day Challenge
Duration: June 2023
READ: 15/15
✔ Admiration - A Lady Can Never Be Too Curious - Mary Wine 6/12
(admiration appeared in his eyes), p179
✔ Care - A Captain and a Corset - Mary Wine 6/13
(the facilities to care for the criminally insane), p90
✔ Devoted - Lime Kiln Road - S.L. Shelton 6/20
(he was a devoted and loving father), loc3513
✔ Dad - Crazy Love You - Lisa Unger 6/7
(even when my dad or I was holding her), p19
✔ Encourage - Too Hot to Hold - Stephanie Tyler 6/19
(push again mamma he encouraged), p298
✔ Father - Girl Two: Taken - Molly Black 6/28
(she wanted to encourage him), loc 1088
✔ Honest - Ain't Too Proud to Beg - Susan Donovan 6/11
(I've got to be honest with you), p119
✔ Hero - A Curious Beginning - Deanna Raybourn 6/6
(could be hero or villain), p74
✔ Inspiration - Crazy Love You - Lisa Unger 6/7
(that it was the seed, the inspiration), p45
✔ Kindness - Hidden Pictures - Jason Rekulak 6/9
(in a gesture of Christian kindness), p198
✔ Loving - Ian's Rose - Suzan Tisdale 6/22
(food, coin and loving), p11
✔ Nurture - A Curious Beginning - Deanna Raybourn 6/6
(I will nurture suspicious), p77
✔ Paternal - Crazy Love You - Lisa Unger 6/7
(after my paternal grandfather passed), p38
✔ Proud - Ain't Too Proud to Beg - Susan Donovan 6/11
(feeling vaguely proud that his gardener's son), p127
✔ Warmth - A Lady Can Never Be Too Curious - Mary Wine 6/12
(spreading warmth through her chilled limbs), p143
Genre of the Month June - Mystery, Thriller
~Read a book with Mystery or Thriller as one of the top 3 MPG.
Purgatory Chasm - Steve Ulfelder 6/4
~Read a book with Suspense, Cozy Mystery as an MPG.
Crazy Love You - Lisa Unger 6/7
~Read a book from the Thrillers or Cozy Mystery Series - First Book of a Series list.
Curiosity Killed the Cat Sitter - Blaize Clement 6/21
One Cat, Nine Lives
Start Date: August 1, 2023
End Date: August 23, 2023
READ: 13/13
✔ 1. Beginning in the Middle Ages, black cats became associated with Satan, witches, and witchcraft; some people went so far as to believe that black cats were cohorts to witches or even witches who had taken on another form.
Read a book that has witches in it
The Becoming - Nora Roberts 8/6
✔ 2. In Great Britain’s English Midlands, a black cat is the ideal wedding gift; they’re believed to bring good luck and happiness to the bride.
Read a book with a MPG of Romance
XOXO Valentina - Jill Brashear 8/13
✔ 3. Sailors brought cats aboard ships to control rodents that could destroy food stores or damage the ship itself. British sailors believed a black cat would bring the ship good luck and ensure a safe return home.
~ Read a book with the word SHIP in the text (partial sentence and loc/pg #) OR
Forever Neverland - Heather Killough-Walden 8/18
(upon this black sea rested a ship), p2
✔ 4. In the early 2000's, researchers at the National Institutes of Health discovered that the genetic mutations that cause cats to have black coats may offer them some protection from diseases.
Read a book published in the 2000s (2000-2023)
Fractured Oak - Dannie Boyd (pub 2023) 8/12
✔ 5. In Scotland, tradition holds that a black cat on the doorstep means money is on the way.
Read a book with a wealthy character
Mint Murder - Rosie A. Point 8/21
(MC's grandmother is very wealthy)
✔ 6. When it comes to feline coat color, black is genetically dominant, although most black cats are not a solid black, but have some patches of white, as well. Still, overall, black is the most common color of domesticated cats.
Read a book with a character that owns a black cat
Vanilla Vendetta - Rosie A. Point 8/19
(MCs grandmother owns a black cat named Cocoa Puffs)
✔ 7. While feline eye color covers a wide range of hues, the vast majority of black cats have yellow or golden eyes.
Read a book you rated 5 stars
Incendiary in a Kilt - Anna Durand 8/17
✔ 8. There’s no clear origin to the idea that black cats bring bad luck. Some think the idea came from a story in Greek mythology where the goddess Hera punished a servant by transforming them into a black cat. The servant then joined forces with the goddess of witchcraft.
~ Read a book where a character changes in a profound way
Angels Rising - Harriet Carlton 8/2
(MC changed into an angel against his will)
✔ 9. The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) recognizes 22 cat breeds that can come with solid black coats. The Bombay breed is exclusively black.
Read a book with 22 in the page count
Invisible Bound - Lucia Ashta (has 226 pages) 8/23
✔ 10. According to the Journal of Nutrition, black cats might even change color based on their meals. Those fed a diet consisting of gelatin as the main protein source were observed to develop red-brown fur.
~ Read a book with a red color
Chocolate Chills - Rosie A. Point 8/21
✔ 11. With the success of Marvel’s superhero movie “Black Panther” in 2018, there came an increase in black cat adoptions. Many fans of both the movie and Marvel itself began to adopt black cats to honor the characters in Black Panther, even naming them after said characters.
Read a book with a heroic character
Angels Soaring - Harriet Carlton 8/5
(MC fights leader of a demon hoard to save his mentor)
✔ 12. In Ancient Egypt, it was believed that Bastet, the cat goddess, granted good fortune upon those that housed cats.
Read a book where something good happens to the MC
Angels Falling - Harriet Carlton 8/11
(MC is resurrected after being killed in battle)
✔ Bonus: Read any book that was published in August
Invisible Born - Lucia Ashta (pub August 26, 2018) 8/23
Pencils, Quills, and Knowledge
Start Date: September 1, 2023
End Date: September 16, 2023
READ: 13/13
1. Prepare mentally
You Betrayed Me - Lisa Jackson 9/5
(mentally berated herself), p88
2. Put time and schedule management plans in place
Just Haven't Met You Yet - Sophie Cousens 9/9
(Suk's aggressive management style), p63
3. Organize your entire home for the busy season
Murder in the Book Lover's Loft - Ellery Adams 9/8
(this group would organize the kitchens), p228
4. Shop for school supplies and gear
Under the Never Sky - Veronica Rossi 9/16
(the steel cases of supplies), p106
5. Set the stage for a good night’s sleep
Murder in the Book Lover's Loft - Ellery Adams 9/8
(he's dying to stage a coup), p40
6. Plan for smooth mornings
The Vow - Dannika Dark 9/7
(a loaf of bread, smooth peanut butter), p65
7. Devise a plan for homework
The Last Remains - Elly Griffiths 9/3
(and ostensibly, her homework), p29
8. Purge and declutter regularly
Murder in the Book Lover's Loft - Ellery Adams 9/8
(the violence she regularly experienced), p126
9. Set goals for the school year
Frozen Tides - Morgan Rhodes 9/9
(with hopes and dreams and goals), p49
10. Schedule time for fun
Frozen Tides - Morgan Rhodes 9/9
(having fun so soon after your arrival), p206
11. Take care yourself
Under the Never Sky - Veronica Rossi 9/16
(he didn't care), p126
12. Stay connected with teachers
The Vow - Dannika Dark 9/7
(right where it connected to his breast), p60
Bonus: SCHOOL in text
For Whom the Book Tolls - Laura Gail Black 9/10
(before my senior year in high school), p42
Don't Step on a Crack
Start Date: October 1, 2023
End Date: November 6, 2023
READ: 13/13
✔ 1. Never place two mirrors opposite of one another. It is thought to create a portal for the devil. (Mexico)
- Read a book written by an author who's first OR last initial can be found in the word MEXICO.
Never Lie - Freida McFadden 10/2
✔ 2. Never allow the broom to touch the feet of anyone you know. If it does, your parents will die. (Afghanistan)
- Read a book with the word "broom" can be found in the text
Unnatural Causes - Dawn Eastman 10/11
(she ducked into the cleaning closet and grabbed a broom), p88
✔ 3. Whistling indoors invites evil. You may find out you summoned a demon (Lithuania)
- Read a book with a building of some kind on the cover.
The Librarian of Crooked Lane - C.J. Archer (library) 10/25
✔ 4. Don’t 'cheers' with water. It's seen as a wish for the death of your drinking buddy. (Germany)
- Read a book with water on the cover.
Malice House - Megan Shepherd 10/5
✔ 5. Don’t flip over a cooked fish. It may capsize a boat! (China)
- Read a book in which someone eats a meal.
Sweep with Me - Ilona Andrews 10/10
(the entire Inn eats a meal together)
✔ 6. Don’t have seven children. The seventh son will become a werewolf. (Argentina)
- Read a book with a werewolf character.
Down & Out Witch - Sami Valentine 10/26
✔ 7. DO wear a lot of bells on your wedding day. The tinkling of the bells will ward off spirits who might try ruining the wedding. (Ireland)
- Read a book with the word BELL in the title.
The Burning Sky - Sherry Thomas 10/15
(ears ringing like the bells on New Year's Eve), p216
✔ 8. Hide your thumbs when passing a graveyard. It will protect your parents from any wandering spirits. (Japan)
- Read a book where something is hidden (your interpretation).
Swamp Spirits - Jana Deleon 10/1
(the items stolen by a thief were hidden in his rooms)
✔ 9. Spill a lot of water. If you spill water behind someone, you are wishing them good luck! (Serbia)
- Read a book in which someone spills something.
The September House - Carissa Orlando 11/6
(MC drops a bag of garbage and it spills all over the floor)
✔ 10. Avoid sleeping with your head to the west. It's considered bad luck because that is how the dead are buried (Africa)
- Read a book in which a funeral occurs.
Uncharted - Erin Cashman (3 funerals in first chapter) 10/22
✔ 11. Don’t get a haircut on a Tuesday. It's bad luck. (India)
- Read a book with a cover featuring someone with hair.
The Girl the Sea Gave Back - Adrienne Young 10/4
✔ 12. Don’t play with yo-yos. They are thought to be the cause of droughts. (Syria)
- Read a book with an MPG of Historical Fiction.
Herc - Phoenicia Rogerson 10/20
✔ 13. Bonus: read any book that features a superstitious character
Classics Mutilated - Jeff Conner 10/31
(Jim is so superstitious that he hands out protection charms to all his friends)
Pumpkin Spice & Everything NiceDuration: October 1, 2023
READ: 15/15
Never Whistle at Night - Shane Hawk 10/2
2.Coffee - they drank coffee for breakfast, p98
9.Tea - his face buried in a mormon tea plant, p134
13.Candy - candy bars each, p373
Malice House - Megan Shepherd 10/5
1.Cookies - along with the cookies I'd found, p80
3.Cereal - judging by the sour-smelling bowl of cereal, p187
23rd Midnight - James Patterson 10/8
5.Doughnuts - put the donuts on the center console, ch68
6.Oatmeal - I made oatmeal with bananas, ch45
8.Ice Cream - I dished up the ice cream, p329
Unnatural Causes - Dawn Eastman 10/11
4.Muffins - Katie ordered tea and a muffin, p46
10.Yogurt - scraping her yogurt out of the container, p45
11.Pancakes - you can make me some pancakes while we talk, p107
Other Birds - Sarah Addison Allen 10/12
7.Bread - she used to feed me corn bread, p31
15.Syrup - where the camp sold maple syrup, p48
Gone with the Whisker - Laurie Cass 10/15
14.Bagel - a proper breakfast of doughnuts and bagels, p41
Imaginary Numbers - Seanan McGuire 10/25
12.Cocoa - you like cocoa with marshmallows, p51
Scooby Doo Word Hunt
Duration: November 2023
READ: 11/12
1. Scoobert "Scooby" Doo: Well, nothing's impossible when you've got Scooby-Doo around.!
✔~Read a book with the word Hungry in text
Twelve Angry Librarians - Miranda James 11/6
(to keep from going hungry), p58
✔~Read a book with the word Scared in text
Midnight Showing - Megan Shepherd 11/
(was I scared), p62
2. Shaggy Rogers: Did he just call me a hippy?
~Read a book with the word Hippy or Hipster in text
✔~Read a book with the word Coward in text
Death Overdue - Allison Brook 11/
(I'm a coward), p174
3. Daphne Blake: "Jeepers!" "Danger-Prone Daphne is stuck again"
✔~Read a book with the word Fashion in text
The Little Black Dress - Piper James 11/15
(popping the "P" in an exaggerated fashion), p32
✔~Read a book with the word Accessory in text
Viking Warrior Rising - Asa Maria Bradley 11/1
(the most essential accessory),ch14
4. Velma Dinkley: The sarcastic girl speaks the truth.
✔~Read a book with the word Intelligent in text
Twelve Angry Librarians - Miranda James 11/6
(Deputy Berry is an intelligent, seasoned investigator), p149
✔~Read a book with the word Mystery in text
Twelve Angry Librarians - Miranda James 11/6
(is a mystery in itself),p111
5. Fred Jones: "Looks like we've got another mystery on our hands"
✔~Read a book with the word Leader in text
Midnight Showing - Megan Shepherd 11/
(you insisted on being the leader), p291
✔~Read a book with the word Traps in text
Midnight Showing - Megan Shepherd 11/
(we could set a trap). p170
6. BONUS!
✔~Read a book where both Author Initials are in SCOOBY DOO
The September House - Carissa Orlando 11/6
✔~Read a book with the word Adventure in text
The Child of Venlet - K.C. Nuzum 11/12
(the books retelling her adventures), p150
Happy Anniversary, TOAP!Duration: November 1, 2023
End Date: December 17, 2023
READ: 5/5
✔ 1. Cotton is the gift choice for 2nd Anniversary. Read a book that has an Author whose first name begins with a letter in the word "COTTON"
House of Correction - Nicci French 11/11
✔ 2. Anniversaries are celebrations of longevity. Read a book that you will remember in a special way for a long time to come.
The Child of Venlet - K.C. Nuzum 11/12
✔ 3. Two is the only even prime number (A number divisible only by 1 and itself). Read a book with a page count that is also a prime number
Belle Manor Haunting - Cheryl Bradshaw (193 pages) 11/3
✔ 4. The 2nd anniversary color is red. Read a book with a red cover or something red on the cover.
The September House - Carissa Orlando 11/6
✔ 5. Flowers are the most commonly gifted items for Anniversaries. Read a book with flowers on the cover
Statue of Limitations - Kate Collins 12/17
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
Festivus for the Rest of Us
Duration: December 2023
READ: 3/4
✔ 1. Winter Solstice: Spell the word Winter.
W - Warrior Witch - Danielle L. Jensen 12/10
I - It's Getting Scot in Here - Suzanne Enoch 12/7
N - The Nursery - Sue Watson 12/29
T - Hope for the Best - Jodi Taylor 12/13
E - Scot Under the Covers - Suzanne Enoch 12/11
R - Payback in Death - J.D. Robb 12/5
2. Festivus: Spell Festivus.
F - Hollyberry Homicide - Sharon Farrow 12/3
E -
S - Statue of Limitations - Kate Collins 12/17
T - Tempting Auzed - Victoria Aveline 12/30
I - I.O.U. - Nancy Pickard 12/10
V - Voices in the Snow - Darcy Coates 12/22
U - Undraland - Mary E. Twomey 12/28
S - The Society of Imaginary Friends - Kristen Pham 12/28
✔ 3. Human Light Celebration: Spell Light.
L - Better Off Thread - Amanda Lee 12/29
I - Murder at the Snowed Inn - Imogen Plimp 12/15
G - The Game Bird - Aidan R. Walsh 12/19
H - My Lady Judge - Cora Harrison 12/24
T - The Year of the Fox - Merren Tait 12/30
✔ 4. Bonus - Read a book published in December of any year.
A Dawn of Onyx - Kate Golden (pub Dec 15, 2022) 12/17
Broadway Musicals
1. Oklahoma
Read a book that takes place on a farm
A Sticky Situation - Jessie Crockett 7/1
2. Annie Get Your Gun
Read a Historical Fiction book.
Ordinary Monsters - J.M. Miro 7/4
3. Guys and Dolls
Read a book where the word “DOLL” is mentioned in the text
God Save the Queen - Kate Locke 7/6
4. South Pacific
Read a book that has the word “Opera” in the text
Sapphire Flames - Ilona Andrews 7/8
5. West Side Story
Read a book that has any TWO of these numbers “1950” in the publication date
Malice - Keigo Higashino 7/13
6. Juniors
Read a book where both initials of the author’s name can be found in “JUNIORS”
The Girl Before - Rena Olsen 7/21
7. Gypsy
Read a book with one of the numbers “702” in the page count
Up the Seine Without a Paddle - Eliza Watson 7/24
8. My Fair Lady
Read a book where the word “RAIN” is found in the text.
Kill All the Lawyers - Paul Levine 7/26
9. Hello Dolly!
Read a book that has been published in the month of November
After She Left - Claire Amarti 8/5
10. Fiddler on the Roof
Read a book that has the word “Tradition” in the text
Blood Law - Karin Tabke 8/8
11. Funny Girl
Read a book where the MC has a “Stormy Relationship” with their spouse or significant other
Devil's Cut - J.R. Ward 8/12
12. Sardi's
Read a book where an item is stolen
Uncharted - Adriana Anders 8/15
13. Caberet
Read a book that has a Cat or a Gorilla on the cover. (No big Cats)
From Garden To Grave - Rickie Blair 8/17
14. Hair
Read a book that has the word “SUNSHINE” in the text
Ghost Gone Wild - Carolyn G. Hart 8/20
15. Grease
Read a book that has a 3 AND an 8 in the page count or publishing date.
All Murders Final! - Sherry Harris (338 pages) 8/23
16. A Chorus Line
Read a book that has only one image on the cover of the book
When Red is Black - Qiu Xiaolong 8/26
17. The Wiz
Read a book that has a witch in it.
Night Shift Witch - Cate Lawley 8/27
18. Chicago
Read a book that was set in Chicago
Blacklisted - Gena Showalter 8/31
19. Annie
Read a book where the MC Has “A Hard Knock Life”
A Merry Life - Sarah Branson 9/2
20. Evita
Read a book published in the month of September
Dark Legacy - Christine Feehan 9/24
21. 42nd Street
Read a book where both of the Author’s Initials are in the word “STREET”
Marked for Life - Emelie Schepp 9/28
22. The Rainbow Room
Read a book where a character works in a fancy restaurant or night club.
Dangerous Stakes - G.K. Parks 10/2
23. Dreamgirls
Read a book that has all of the letters of the word “DREAM” in the title of the book.
The Man Burned by Winter - Pete Zacharias 10/6
24. Cats
Read a book where the MC has a cat for a pet.
Digging Up the Remains - Julia Henry 10/7
25. Little Shop of Horrors
Read a book that has BOTH a “6” and a “0” in the publication date.
A Nurse for the Wolfman - Eve Langlais 10/10
26. Les Misérables
Read a book that has a character unjustly accused or imprisoned for a crime.
Relentless in a Kilt - Anna Durand 10/14
27. Phantom of the Opera
Read a book that is part of a series with at least 10 primary books in it.
A Night's Tail - Sofie Kelly 10/15
28. Miss Saigon
Read a book that has a Helicopter or something that can fly (plane, jet, bird, butterfly) on the cover of the book.
Cutthroat Cupcakes - Cate Lawley 10/23
29. Carmines Restaurant
Read a book published in the month of August
Lord of the Vampires - Gena Showalter 11/4
30. Jekyll & Hyde
Read a book that has either a MPG of Classic or Horror
The Sculptor - Gregory Funaro 11/5
31. Tommy
Read a book that has an author or character named “Tommy” (Thomas, Tomas or Tom is acceptable.
Immortal Matchmakers, Inc. - Mimi Jean Pamfiloff 11/16
32. Rent
Read a book where the word “Rent” can be found in the text
Pumpkin Pies & Potions - Polly Holmes 11/18
33. Moving Out
Read a book with the word “PIANO” is in the text
This Same Earth - Elizabeth Hunter 11/21
34. Mamma Mia
Read a book where the main character is a single parent
Gingerbread - Kate Morris 12/4
35. Hairspray
Read a book where the MC makes a change for the better in their life or for social change
Son of Thunder - S.C. Mitchell 12/21
continued...36. Thoroughly Modern Millie
Read a book where the MC moves to a big city from a small town
It Ain't Me, Babe - Tillie Cole 12/25
37. Wicked
Read a book with a Fantasy MPG
The Sunken City - Emma V.R. Noyes 12/27
38. Jersey Boys
Read a book that has a page count that ends with “4”
Six Crimson Cranes - Elizabeth Lim 12/30
39. Wedding Singer
Read a book that has the numbers “8” AND “0” in the publication date
The Untangled Cassie Black - Tammie Painter 1/3
40. Rock of Ages
Read a book where a letter in the SERIES Name can be found in the word “ROCK’
No Time Like the Past - Jodi Taylor 1/7
41. Kinky Boots
Read a book with a “ LGBT” MPG
Forging Silver into Stars - Brigid Kemmerer 1/11
42. Beautiful
Read a book that has the word “King” in the text
The Dragon's Promise - Elizabeth Lim 1/14
43. Tavern on the Green
Read a book with the author’s first AND last initial can be found in the word “TAVERN”
A Death in Door County - Annelise Ryan 1/19
44. Hamilton
Read a book where the word “SHOT” is found in the text
Married by Morning - Lisa Kleypas 1/21
45. Ain't Too Proud
Read a book that has the word “Temptation” in the text
Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone - Diana Gabaldon 1/27
46. Tina
Read a book that the SERIES name begins with a letter that is in this song title “PROUD MARY”
Tortured Dreams - Hadena James 1/31
47. MJ The Musical
1.Read a book that has been published in 2022.
2.Read a book that has a MPG of Thriller.
Reckoning - Catherine Coulter 2/3
48. The Finale
Read any book that fits our General Challenge Guidelines.
Shattered at Sea - Cheryl Hollon 2/4
End of Summer Pool Party
✅1. Read a book with a pool on the cover.
The Corpse in the Cabana - Shéa MacLeod 1/12
✅2. Read a book in which someone goes swimming
Eighteen Below - Stefan Ahnhem 8/28
(Dunja had managed to kill two hours at the pool. She had done almost 50 laps.), p319
✅3. Read a book with all the letters or POOL or PARTY in the title
Operation Tropical Affair - Kimberli A. Bindschatel 8/4
✅4. Read a book in which someone goes grocery shopping
From Garden To Grave - Rickie Blair 8/17
✅5. Read a book where the author’s first and last name initials are in SUNSCREEN.
Storm Echo - Nalini Singh 9/4
✅6. Read a book with a blue cover.
The Ice Lion - Kathleen O'Neal Gear 8/6
✅7. Read a book with an MC with a sunny disposition
Ghost Gone Wild - Carolyn G. Hart 8/20
✅8. Read a book with an MPG of CONTEMPORARY.
After She Left - Claire Amarti 8/5
✅9. Read a book with an MC you would be friends with (brief explanation).
Who's Dead, Doc? - J.M. Griffin 8/25
✅10. Read a book that makes you happy.
A Merry Life - Sarah Branson 9/2
✅11. Read a book tagged “SUMMER” at least one time.
Lowcountry Bombshell - Susan M. Boyer 8/30
✅12. Read a book in which someone gets invited somewhere
My Sister Rosa - Justine Larbalestier 8/11
✅13. Read a book with an outdoor, daytime scene on the cover.
Stiff Arm Steal - A.J. Stewart 8/4
✅14. Read a book with “flamingo” or “float” in the text
Maple Mayhem - Jessie Crockett 8/10
✅15. Read a book by an author you would invite to a party.
Shadow Fallen - Sherrilyn Kenyon 8/1
(as long as she brings Acheron and Styx - lol)
✅16. Read a book set in the summertime (June, July, August).
Trial by Sorcery - Richard Fierce 8/26
✅17. Read a book in which the MC attends a party of some kind.
Red Handed - Gena Showalter 8/12
✅18. Read a book published in 2022.
A Curse of Blood & Stone - K.A. Tucker 8/16
✅19. Read a book in which something ends (brief explanation).
The Return - D.B. Reynolds 8/3
✅20. Read a book with the sun on the cover.
Luck and Last Resorts - Sarah Grunder Ruiz 2/7
✅21. Read a book in which the MC listens to music.
Devil's Cut - J.R. Ward 8/12
✅22. Read a book with your favorite genre as the MPG.
Spell Hound - Lindsay Buroker 8/19
✅23. Read a book in which characters discuss the weather
All Murders Final! - Sherry Harris 8/23
✅24. Read a book with someone smiling on the cover.
Sweet Spot - Susan Mallery 10/7
✅25. Read a book that made a splash! (your interpretation).
The Priory of the Orange Tree - Samantha Shannon 9/21
✅26. Read a book about a group of friends.
Dance with the Devil - Kit Rocha 9/8
✅27. Read a book in which characters go dancing.
A Treacherous Tasty Trail - Cindy Bell 8/22
✅28. Read a book with “OO” (double O’s) in tact in the title.
Blood Law - Karin Tabke 8/8
✅29. Read a book with food on the cover.
Written in Stone - Ellery Adams 9/25
✅30. Read a book with a summer romance.
California Girls - Susan Mallery 1/31
✅31. Read a book from one of these lists One Day Best Summer Reads
Married by Morning - Lisa Kleypas 1/21
✅32. Read a book with a group of people (more than three!) on the cover.
Lies, Damned Lies, and History - Jodi Taylor 2/22
✅33. Read a book in which the MC cooks for someone (brief explanation).
Mind over Magic - Lindsay Buroker 8/9
✅34. Read a book in which someone drinks too much or is hungover.
The Oceanography of the Moon - Glendy Vanderah 9/4
✅35. Read a book that would would share with your friends (brief explanation).
The Kraken King - Meljean Brook 9/6
✅36. Read a book that is tagged “BOOK CLUB” at least 5 times.
The Ladies of the Secret Circus - Constance Sayers 2/15
✅37. Read a book with a drink of any kind on the cover.
The Alpine Uproar - Mary Daheim 9/2
✅38. Read a book in which someone has to clean up after someone else
Long Shot - Hanna Martine 8/21
✅39. Read a book that was published in the summer (June, July or August).
Uncharted - Adriana Anders 8/15
✅40. Read a book of your choice that meets the general guidelines.
Wicked - Jana Deleon 8/13
Summer Fair
Kiddie Rides
1. Hog Wild
Read a book with a character that rides a motorcycle
Tuesday Mooney Talks to Ghosts - Kate Racculia 6/4
2. Flying Elephants
Read a small book. 100-199 pages
The Dragon's Temptation - Lily Cahill 6/5
3. Frog Hopper
Read a book of short stories or anthologies.
Home Improvement: Undead Edition - Charlaine Harris 6/13
4. Construction Zone
Read a book where someone in the story drives a truck.
Wildfire - Ilona Andrews 6/19
5. Speedway
Read a book with NASCAR mentioned in the text.
Hide and Sneak - G.A. McKevett 6/25
6. Rainbow Rock
Read a book with all the letters of NET in the title.
Death of an Eye - Dana Stabenow 6/26
7. Challenge: Face Painting
Read a book with an artist character in the story.
The Unquiet - J.D. Robb 6/30
8. Puppy Love
Read a book with a dog on the cover.
A Wrench in the Works - Kate Carlisle 7/4
9. Tea Cups
Listen to an audiobook.
When We Found Home - Susan Mallery 7/14
10. ATV’s
Read a book with the word ‘flashing’ in the text.
The Galaxy, and the Ground Within - Becky Chambers 7/15
11. Spongebob Fun House
Read a book with the word ‘trick’ in the text.
Heart of Steel - Meljean Brook 7/16
12. VW Bugs
Read a book with a V or W in the title
The Library of the Unwritten - A.J. Hackwith 7/17
13. Challenge: Bathroom Break
Read a book with the word 'bathroom' in the text.
Bad Penny - Sharon Sala 7/18
14. Bees
Read a book with a 2 and 3 in the publication date.
Taming Her Bear - J.K. Harper 7/20
15. Challenge: Balloon Animals
Read a book where the MC wears a hat in the story.
It Happened One Night - Stephanie Laurens 7/23
16. Monkey Mayhem
Read a book with a ‘plus-sized’ character in it
Murder al Dente - Jennifer L. Hart 7/25
17. Challenge: Too Much Candy
Read a book where someone gets sick in the story.
Rule of Wolves - Leigh Bardugo 7/28
18. Go Gator
Read a book with a green cover
Cold Clay - Juneau Black 7/29
19. Motorcycle Jump
Read a book with a major character in the story that rides a motorcycle.
Blood Law - Karin Tabke 8/8
20. Windjammer
Read a book with the word ‘rotate’ in the text.
From Garden To Grave - Rickie Blair 8/17
21. Far West Train
Read a long book. 500+ pages
Eighteen Below - Stefan Ahnhem 8/28
22. Dinosaurs
Read a book with at least 300 pages.
A Merry Life - Sarah Branson 9/2
23. Wet Gators
Read a book with a 2 or 4 in the page count.
The Alpine Uproar - Mary Daheim 9/2
24. Monster Trucks
Read a book with a non-human monster in the story
Children of the Night - Zan Safra 9/3
25. Speedway
Read a book with a double E in the title.
Long Live the Queen - Kate Locke 9/10
Family Rides1. MTV Fun House
Read a book with an author’s first or last initial found in MTV
The Bone Orchard - Sara A. Mueller 9/23
2. Fun Slide
Read a book with a word in the title that starts with an F.
Marked for Life - Emelie Schepp 9/28
3. Challenge: Carnival Game
Read a book with all the letters of GAME in the title
Digging Up the Remains - Julia Henry 10/7
4. Wacky Worm
Read a book with a ‘W’ in the title.
A Nurse for the Wolfman - Eve Langlais 10/10
5. Challenge: Looking at the Animals
Read a book that is #2 in any series
Guarding the Mermaid - Eve Langlais 10/15
6. Carousel
Read a book with a 3 in the publication date.
Save Me - Molly Black 10/20
7. Crystal Lils
Read a book that is standalone.
From the Shadows - McKenzie Burns 10/25
8. Dizzy Dragon
Read a book with an average Goodreads rating that does NOT have a 4 in it
Wolf Dreams - Aimee Easterling 10/27
9. Firestorm
Read a book with some kind of fire on the cover.
The Body in the Bonfire - Katherine Hall Page 10/27
10. Scrambler
Read a book tagged Action.
Ice Blue - Anne Stuart 10/29
11. Family Swinger
Read a book with an MC that has a big sister.
One Good Earl Deserves a Lover - Sarah MacLean 10/30
12. Challenge: Need a Rest
Read a book that takes place during the summer
Gone with the Twins - Kylie Logan 11/5
13. Rockin Tug
Read a book with a boat on the cover.
Where Darkness Lies - Bella Jewel 11/7
14. Challenge: Getting Hungry
Read a book where the title starts with letter in FOOD
Daybreak - Cheree Alsop 11/11
15. Ferris Wheel
Read a book with 400+ pages
Tattooed - Pamela Callow 11/11
16. Sky Ride
Read a book with a 2 AND 3 in the publication date OR page count.
Why She Lied - H.K. Christie 11/13
17. Giant Wheel
Read a book with at least two number found in the publication date found in 1,6,8,4
Immortal Matchmakers, Inc. - Mimi Jean Pamfiloff (Published August 24th 2015) 11/16
18. Mardi Gras
Read a book with a 2 in the average Goodreads rating.
Thirteen Chances - Cindy Miles 11/17
19. Century Wheel
Read a book that was published in 2010.
Bait - Annie Nicholas 11/29
20. Challenge: See A Magic Show
Read a book with Magic MPG.
The Path of Thorns - A.G. Slatter 11/30
Thrill Rides1. Vertigo
Read a book with a giant in the story.
Circus of the Dead, Book One - Kimberly Loth 12/10
2. Tilt-A-Whirl
Read book 3 of any series.
Muddled Mutt - Willow Mason 12/13
3. Trapeze
Read a book with something Triangle shaped on the cover.
Their Christmas Miracle - Lynne Marshall 12/16
4. 1001 Nachts
Read a book with the word ‘carpet’ in the text.
Heart of the Sun Warrior - Sue Lynn Tan 12/18
5. Crazy Mouse
Read a book with a mouse mentioned in the story
Owl Be Home for Christmas - Donna Andrews 12/20
6. Ramrods
Read a book with a vehicle of some kind on the cover.
Tinker - Wen Spencer 12/23
7. Chaos
Read a book you’ve rated 5 stars.
My Heart Stood Still - Lynn Kurland 12/26
8. Zero Gravity
Read a book with a ‘0’ in the page count
Opening Gambit - Tilly Wallace 12/28
9. Challenge: Get Sick From a Ride
Read a book that didn’t agree with you. A book you rated 1 or 2 stars.
The Crow Girl - Erik Axl Sund 12/30
10. Wave Swinger
Read a book that does NOT take place in North America.
The Untangled Cassie Black - Tammie Painter 1/3
11. Polar Express
Read a book that takes place in the winter.
You Can Hide - Rebecca Zanetti 1/5
12. Sky Fall
Read a book with a Thriller MPG.
Left To Die - Blake Pierce 1/9
13. Challenge: Take a Selfie
Read a book with the word ‘photo’ in the text.
Shattered Souls - Delilah Devlin 1/13
14. Rock N Roll
Read a book with a Contemporary MPG
A Death in Door County - Annelise Ryan 1/19
15. Orbiter
Read a book with the word ‘dizzy’ in the text.
Married by Morning - Lisa Kleypas 1/21
16. Starship 3000
Read a book with more than 3000 reviews
Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone - Diana Gabaldon 1/27
17. Challenge: Skip the Line
Read a book with some sort of ‘line’ on the cover.
The One You Love - Paul Pilkington 1/29
18. Free Fall
Read a book with a character described as ‘tall’ in the text.
Tortured Dreams - Hadena James 1/31
19. Challenge: Shopping Souvenirs
Read a book with the word ‘souvenir(s)’ in the text.
That Ain’t Witchcraft - Seanan McGuire 2/4
20. Super Shot
Read any book that meets our General Challenge Guidelines.
Better Late Than Never - Jenn McKinlay 2/5
21. Pharoah's Fury
Read a book with a red cover.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time - Mark Haddon 2/26
22. Challenge: Run into a Friend
Read a book where the MC runs into someone unexpectedly.
Cross Cowboy - Elana Johnson 3/20
23. Cliffhanger
Read a book where the sky is visible on the cover
A Spell for Trouble - Esme Addison 3/22
St. Patrick's Day Spell It Out ChallengeStart Date: March 1, 2023
End Date: May 12, 2023
READ: 24/24
Lucky✔ L: The Lost and Found Bookshop - Susan Wiggs 3/3
U: Unwritten - Alicia J. Novo 4/1
✔ C: Saber Tooth - Lou Cadle 3/4
✔ K: The Crossing - Kathryn Lasky 3/10
✔ Y: Bad Luck - Brad Younie 5/12
Green✔ G: Grumpy Cowboy - Elana Johnson 3/29
✔ R: Nine Lives Last Forever - Rebecca M. Hale 3/15
✔ E: Earth Spells Are Easy - Renee George 3/19
✔ E: Cross Cowboy - Elana Johnson 3/20
✔ N: Aunt Dimity and the Heart of Gold - Nancy Atherton 3/7
Parade✔ P: The Perfect Wife - Blake Pierce 3/17
✔ A: A Dark Queen Rises - Ashok K. Banker 3/3
✔ R: No Way Out - Rylie Dark 3/18
✔ A: The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi - S.A. Chakraborty 3/5
✔ D: Dragon's Moon - Lucy Monroe 3/19
✔ E: A Spell for Trouble - Esme Addison 3/22
Bonus Word:
Shamrock✔ S: Sweet Wild of Mine - Laurel Kerr 3/9
✔ H: A Hint of Heather - Rebecca Hagan Lee 3/17
✔ A: Still Alive - Ava Strong 3/12
✔ M: Moment of Tooth - Lindsay Buroker 3/12
✔ R: It takes an Oni - Scott Rhine 3/16
✔ O: XOXO - Axie Oh 3/1
✔ C: The Book Supremacy - Kate Carlisle 3/11
✔ K: [Kendra Elliot #1] Close Your Eyes - Iris & Roy Johansen 3/13
May the Fourth Be With YouStart Date: May 1, 2023
End Date: June 22, 2023
READ: 21/21
M: Hide Me - Molly Black 5/3
A: Raising a Demon - Amy Cissell 5/12
Y: The Vanquisher of Water - Logan Young 5/7
T: Tempted - Megan Hart 5/4
H: How to Date a Dragon - Ashlyn Chase 5/6
E: Flames of Love - Erin Wright 5/5
F: Full Moon Saloon - Aimee Easterling 5/22
O: One Hit Wonder - Kristi Rose 5/18
U: Unsafe Harbor - Jessica Speart 5/16
R: The Vixen and the Vet - Katy Regnery 5/5
T: The Butterfly Forest - Tom Lowe 5/7
H: The Botanist - Liesel Hill 5/8
B: Believe Me - Molly Black 5/30
E: Inferno of Love - Erin Wright 5/15
W: Wondering Sight - Melissa McShane 5/10
I: Inca Gold - Clive Cussler 5/2
T: The Thunderbird Queen - Jordan Rivet 5/21
H: Deadly Remedy - Gwen Hunter 5/24
Y: Bad Luck - Brad Younie 5/12
O: Damsel In Danger - Olivia Jaymes 6/22
U: Impulse Control - Amanda Usen 6/21
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Apple Picking Challenge
Start Date: September 1st, 2022
End Date: August 6, 2023
1. Apple Intro Part 1
Read a book with an apple mentioned in the story.
The Alpine Uproar - Mary Daheim 9/2
2. Apple Intro Part 2
Read an average sized book, between 275-375 pages long
The Oceanography of the Moon - Glendy Vanderah 9/4
3. Apple Intro Part 3
Read a book with apples on the cover.
Written in Stone - Ellery Adams 9/25
4. Apple Intro Part 4
Read a book that was published in September of any year
Wild Irish Eyes - Tricia O'Malley 9/25
5. Gala Apples
Read a book that takes place in the USA.
The Vineyard Victims - Ellen Crosby 9/26
6. Red Delicious Apples
Read a book with all the letters of RED in the title
Marked for Life - Emelie Schepp 9/28
7. Honeycrisp Apples
Read a book with something striped on the cover.
The Taint of Midas - Anne Zouroudi 9/29
8. Fuji Apples
Read a book with the word ‘Sweet’ in the title or series name
Sweet Spot - Susan Mallery 10/7
9. Granny Smith Apples
Read a book with with a major character over the age of 50.
Digging Up the Remains - Julia Henry 10/7
10. Golden Delicious Apples
Read a book with something golden on the cover.
A Night's Tail - Sofie Kelly 10/15
11. Jonagold Apples
Read a book with a character described as having freckles.
Murder Walks the Plank - Carolyn G. Hart 10/17
12. Braeburn Apples
Read a book published 2022.
The Guilty Couple - C.L. Taylor 10/19
13. McIntosh Apples
Read a book with an M and a C in the title.
City of Dark Magic - Magnus Flyte 11/7
14. Crispin/Mutsu Apples
Read a book with the word ‘crisp’ in the text.
Tattooed - Pamela Callow 11/11
15. Pink Lady Apples
Read a book with with a title that start with a letter in PINK.
Ninth House - Leigh Bardugo 11/12
16. SweeTango Apples
Read a book where someone dances in the story.
Immortal Matchmakers, Inc. - Mimi Jean Pamfiloff 11/16
17. Envy Apples
Read a book where the MC gets jealous
Thirteen Chances - Cindy Miles 11/17
18. Jazz Apples
Read a book with an MC who has an older sibling.
Iron Ember - Donna Grant 11/26
19. Kanzi Apples
Read a book that is set in Europe.
The Vampire Always Rises - Katie MacAlister 11/28
20. Ambrosia Apples
Read a book with at least 3 ‘A’s in the title.
Alaskan Holiday - Debbie Macomber 12/3
21. Opal Apples
Read a book where a character in the story is described as being similar in some way to their parent.
Sign Here - Claudia Lux 12/12
22. Piñata Apples
Read a book with an Orange cover.
Heart of the Sun Warrior - Sue Lynn Tan 12/18
23. Cosmic Crisp Apples
Read a book that is part of a series with at least 10 primary books in it.
Owl Be Home for Christmas - Donna Andrews 12/20
24. Evercrisp Apples
Read a book with an author’s initials can be found in EVERCRISP.
Sisters of Sword and Song - Rebecca Ross 12/22
25. Rave Apples
Read a book with the word ‘rave’ in the text.
It Ain't Me, Babe - Tillie Cole 12/25
26. Sweetie Apples
Read a book with Romance as an MPG
My Heart Stood Still - Lynn Kurland 12/26
27. Smitten Apples
Read a book where the MC has a crush.
The Uncanny Raven Winston - Tammie Painter 12/31
28. Lady Alice Apples
Read a book with exactly 3 words in the title.
You Can Hide - Rebecca Zanetti 1/5
29. Autumn Glory Apples
Read a book set in the fall.
Scottish Werebear: Books 1-3 - Lorelei Moone 1/17
30. Jonathan Apples
Read a book where a major character is named some version of Jonathan.
A Death in Door County - Annelise Ryan 1/19
31. Rhode Island Greening Apples
Read a big book, 450+ pages.
Live To Tell - Lisa Gardner 1/20
32. Esopus Spitzenberg Apples
Read a book that takes place out in the country.
Married by Morning - Lisa Kleypas 1/21
33. Newtown Pippin Apples
Read a book where the Goodreads average rating is less than 3.50 stars.
The One You Love - Paul Pilkington 1/29
34. Northern Spy Apples
Read a book with the word ‘north’ in the text.
California Girls - Susan Mallery 1/31
35. Rome Apples
Read a ‘spicy’ book.
Dark Sentinel - Christine Feehan 2/8
continued...36. Black Oxford Apples
Read a book from the Villain Protagonist list.
Rhapsodic - Laura Thalassa 2/11
37. Westfield Seek-No-Further Apples
Read a book where the plot involves the MC looking for someone.
The Ladies of the Secret Circus - Constance Sayers 2/15
38. Hudson’s Golden Gem Apples
Read a book that is part of a series that has at least 5 primary books
Buffalo Jump Blues - Keith McCafferty 2/16
39. Blue Pearmain Apples
Read a book where the Goodreads average rating is at least 4.00.
The Last Beekeeper - Rebecca L. Fearnley 2/17
40. Grimes Golden Apples
Read a book with a gold or yellow cover.
Wind Daughter - Joanna Ruth Meyer 2/19
41. Winesap Apples
Read a book with a beverage on the cover.
The Cure for What Ales You - Ellie Alexander 2/23
42. Roxbury Russet Apples
Read a book where an author’s initial is an R
The Watermight Thief - Jordan Rivet 2/27
43. Baldwin Apples
Read a book with an MC who is at least 30 years old.
Saber Tooth - Lou Cadle 3/4
44. Nodhead Apples
Read a book with the word ‘butter’ in the text.
Aunt Dimity and the Heart of Gold - Nancy Atherton 3/7
45. Hubbardston Nonesuch Apples
Read a book with Nonfiction as an MPG.
Island of the Lost: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World - Joan Druett 3/8
46. Empire Apples
Read a book with a page count that ends in a 1 or 0
Preppy: The Life & Death of Samuel Clearwater, Part Three - T.M. Frazier 3/9
47. Macoun Apples
~Read a book published in 2022.
Moment of Tooth - Lindsay Buroker (pub Jan 28, 2022) 3/12
48. Cortland Apples
Read a book with page count between 200-300 pages.
Nine Lives Last Forever - Rebecca M. Hale 3/15
49. Keepsake Apples
Read a physical copy of a book you own to keep.
A Hint of Heather - Rebecca Hagan Lee 3/17
50. Sweet Sixteen Apples
~Read a book with ‘16’ intact in the publication date.
A Sudden Crush - Camilla Isley 3/23
51. GoldRush Apples
Read a book with a rich MC.
Fall For Me - Ann Lister 4/5
52. Enterprise Apples
Read a book published in Spring.
The Hive Child - Rebecca L. Fearnley 4/15
53. Idared Apples
Read a book with TWO numbers for 1942 in the publication date.
Warrior's Moon - Lucy Monroe 4/16
54. Melrose Apples
Read a book FIRST published in winter.
If Looks Could Chill - Nina Bruhns 4/22
55. Cameo Apples
Read a book with an orange cover or with something orange on the cover.
Liar, Liar - Lisa Jackson 4/27
56. Cox’s Orange Pippin Apples
Read a book FIRST published before 2000.
Inca Gold - Clive Cussler 5/2
57. Bramley’s Seedling Apples
Read a book set in England.
Wondering Sight - Melissa McShane 5/10
58. Blenheim Orange Apples
Read a book with the word ‘nut’ in the text.
Alaskan Fire - Sara King 5/14
59. Ashmead’s Kernel Apples
Read a book that has been on your TBR for more than a year.
Unsafe Harbor - Jessica Speart 5/16
60. St. Edmund’s Russet Apples
Read a book with an abbreviation in the title or series name.
Deadly Remedy - Gwen Hunter 5/24
61. King Of The Pippins Apples
Read a book that was FIRST published in Fall.
The Priestess and the Dragon - Nicolette Andrews 5/27
62. James Grieve Apples
Read a book where the MC is grieving.
Kingdom of the Wicked - Kerri Maniscalco 6/2
63. Gravenstein Apples
Read a book with Chick Lit as an MPG.
Ain't Too Proud to Beg - Susan Donovan 6/11
64. Calville Blanc Apples
Read a book tagged Dark at least 3 times.
Never Let You Go - Katy Regnery 6/17
65. Glockenopfel Apples
Read a book with an LGBT character.
Lime Kiln Road - S.L. Shelton 6/20
66. Belle de Boskoop Apples
Read a book with at least two B’s in the title.
The Body at Blackwell Lake - A.M. Caplan 6/29
67. Orleans Reinette Apples
Read a book with a ‘0’ in the Goodreads average rating
Every Body on Deck - G.A. McKevett 6/30
68. Yellow Transparent Apples
Read a book with something transparent on the cover. (window, ghost, etc)
Pointe and Shoot - Natalie M. Roberts 7/7
69. Zabergau Apples
Read a book where one of the author’s initials can be found in ZABERGAU and the other in REINETTE
The Becoming - Nora Roberts 8/6
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
I Love Lucy1. Lucille Ball
Read a book that has the word “Queen” in the text
Shattered at Sea - Cheryl Hollon 2/4
2. Desi Arnaz
Read a book with the word “Band” in the text
Dark Sentinel - Christine Feehan 2/8
3. Vivian Vance
Read a book with a plus sized character
Music Man - K.L. Montgomery 2/19
4. William Frawley
Read a book that was published in February
Just in Time for a Highlander - Gwyn Cready 2/24
5. Keith Thibodeaux
Read a book that has a page count that ENDS with the number 3
The Avid Angler: The Hot Dog Detective - Mathiya Adams 2/27
6 Mrs. Trumbull
Read a book that has the word “complain” in the text
A Dark Queen Rises - Ashok K. Banker 3/3
7. Mrs. McGillicuddy
Read a book that has a writer as a character
Sweet Wild of Mine - Laurel Kerr 3/9
8. Carolyn Appleby
Read a book with the word eyeglasses or sunglasses are in the text
The Book Supremacy - Kate Carlisle 3/11
9. Betty Ramsey
Read a book where a character owns a cat for a pet.
Nine Lives Last Forever - Rebecca M. Hale 3/15
10. Superman/George Reeves
Read a book that has all the letters of the word “HERO” in the title
A Hint of Heather - Rebecca Hagan Lee 3/17
11. Who Am I
Read a book that has a “Bat” or a “Beaver” on the cover of the book.
Spooky Business - Addison Creek 3/28
12. Harpo Marx
Read a book that has the word “Mirror” in the text.
Unwritten - Alicia J. Novo 4/1
13. John Wayne
Read a book with the word “footprints” or “boots” is found in the text
The Laughing Policeman - Elizabeth J. Brown 4/3
14. Barbara Eden
Read a book that has been tagged Magic
Silver Moon - Jen L. Grey 4/11
15. Tennessee Ernie Ford
Read a book that has a page count ending in the number “4”
The Rapids - Carla Neggers 4/15
16. Who Am I
Read a book that is tagged “Fantasy”
Burning Bright - Melissa McShane 4/18
17. Charles Boyer
Read a book that has the number “19” intact in the publication date.
Dark Illusion - Christine Feehan 4/25
18. Van Johnson
Read a book that has a character who takes a trip on a plane.
The Cabinet of Dr. Leng - Douglas Preston & Lincoln Child 4/28
19. Rock Hudson
Read a book where either first or last initial of the author can be found in the word “ROCK”
Caught in the Flames - Kacey Shea 4/29
20. Bob Hope
Read a book that has the word “HOPE” in the text
The Protector - Donna Grant 5/3
21. William Holden
Read a book where the MC suffers an embarrassing moment The Botanist - Liesel Hill 5/8
22. Who Am I
Read a book where the MC has or is a mother-in-law
Death Runs Adrift - Karen MacInerney 5/16
23. Mary Wickes
Read a book that has the word “BALLET” in the text
All Bets Are Off - Kristi Rose 5/20
24. Natalie Schafer
Read a book that has the word “CHARM” in the text
Marked - Rebecca Zanetti 5/22
25. Jack Albertson
Read a book that has a Helicopter or anything that flies on the cover of the book.
Blackbird Fly - Lise McClendon 5/29
26. Richard Crenna
Read a book where someone has a crush on the MC.
Hidden Pictures - Jason Rekulak 6/9
27. Who Am I
Read a book with a teenage MC
The Dragonfly Oath - Jordan Rivet 6/15
28. Hayden Rorke
Read a book where the MC has new neighbors move in
Never Too Much - Lori Foster 6/18
29. Verna Felton
Read a book that has the number “2” in the page count
Lime Kiln Road - S.L. Shelton 6/20
30. Lucy Does a Television Commercial
Read a book where the main character drinks too much of an alcoholic beverage.
Ian's Rose - Suzan Tisdale 6/22
31. Job Switching
Read a book where the MC starts a new job.
A Nose for Mischief - K.T. Lee 6/24
32. Lucy’s Italian Movie
Read a book that has the word “BITTER” in the text
Trouble in High Heels - Christina Dodd 6/26
33. Lucy is Enceinte
Read a book where a character is expecting a baby
Every Body on Deck - G.A. McKevett 6/30
34. Lucy Goes to the Hospital
Read a book that has a hospital scene
Charmed and Dangerous - Lindsay Buroker 7/9
35. Lucy is Envious
Read a book where a character is jealous
The Dragon Republic - R.F. Kuang 7/16
36. Ricky thinks he is going Bald
Read a book that has a character who works as a barber or hair dresser.
Life in the Dead Lane - Lucy Quinn 7/20
37. Home Movies
Read a book with a character that is a photographer
Here and Then - Linda Lael Miller 7/23
38. Lucy and Ethel buy the Same Dress
Read a book that characters that are twins.
Angels Rising - Harriet Carlton 8/2
39. Lucy Tells the Truth
Read a book that has the word “TRUTH” in the text
The Becoming - Nora Roberts 8/6
Sassy 70's Party!
Start Date: May 1, 2022
End Date: August 27, 2023
1. Any book
Gemina - Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff 5/1
Books
2. “Are You There, God? It’s me, Margaret”
Read a book in which someone mentions “God”
Obsidio - Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff 5/2
(putting the fear of God into his troops), p513
3. "Sophie’s Choice" by William Stryon
Read a book in which someone is forced to make a difficult choice
Crimson Lake - Candice Fox 5/6
4. "The Shining" by Stephen King
Read a book set in a hotel.
Hotel Silence - Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir 5/9
5. "The Thornbirds" by Colleen McCullough
Read a book set in Australia
Resurrection Bay - Emma Viskic 5/22
6. "The Joy of Sex" by Alex Comfort
Read a book with an MPG Erotica
Sea of Ruin - Pam Godwin 5/30
7. "Roots" by Alex Haley
Read a book set in Africa.
Death of an Eye - Dana Stabenow 6/26
8. "All the President’s Men" by Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward
Read a book with 2 or more authors.
The Unquiet - J.D. Robb 6/30
9. "Helter Skelter" by Vincent Bugliosi
Read a book with a court room scene.
The Girl Before - Rena Olsen 7/21
10. "Jonathan Livingston Seagull" by Richard Bach
Read a book with “flight” in the text
Perfectly Matched - Heather Webber 7/22
Music1. Bee Gees
Read a book with an MPG Romance.
It Happened One Night - Stephanie Laurens 7/23
2. Donna Summer
read a book in which someone turn out a light
Operation Tropical Affair - Kimberli A. Bindschatel 8/4
3. Abba
Read a book in which the MC takes a chance
The Ice Lion - Kathleen O'Neal Gear 8/6
4. Queen
read a book with “champion” in the text
Blood Law - Karin Tabke 8/8
5. Led Zepplin
read a love story
Devil's Cut - J.R. Ward 8/12
6. Fleetwood Mac
Read a book in which someone has a dream
Wicked - Jana Deleon 8/13
7. Dolly Parton
read a book with a cover that has more than 5 distinct colors
April Fool Dead - Carolyn G. Hart 8/14
8. The Village People
read a book that starts with a letter in YMCA
Murder in G Major - Alexia Gordon 8/21
9. Stevie Wonder
read a book set in a big city
Stroke of Midnight - Olivia Drake 8/24
10. Bob Marley
read a book with a Sheriff character
Who's Dead, Doc? - J.M. Griffin 8/25
Movies1. Saturday Night Fever
Read a book in which someone loves another from afar.
Under Lock & Skeleton Key - Gigi Pandian 8/27
2. The Godfather
Read a book that meets the general guidelines and post your favorite quote from the book.
The Oceanography of the Moon - Glendy Vanderah 9/4
3. Rocky
Read a book that is in a series that has over 8 primary books
Girl One: Murder - Molly Black 9/8
4. Jaws
Read a book where a character goes swimming
Navigating the Storm - Sarah Branson 9/15
5. Rocky Horror Picture Show
Read a book with an eerie mansion on the cover.
A Stitch in Time - Kelley Armstrong 9/29
6. Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Read a book in which characters ban together to search for something
22 Seconds - James Patterson & Maxine Paetro 9/30
7. Animal House
Read a book that has a scene that is “gross”.
The Man Burned by Winter - Pete Zacharias 10/6
8. Halloween
Read a book in which a character murders someone.
Victim 2117 - Jussi Adler-Olsen 10/8
9. Star Wars
Read a book where someone is rescued
A Haunting Dream - Jim & Joyce Lavene 10/9
10. Taxi Driver
Read a book in which characters ride in a taxi
The Guilty Couple - C.L. Taylor 10/19
Pop Culture1. 70s Lingo
Read a book where the title begins with a letter in LINGO
Geared for the Grave - Duffy Brown 10/21
2. Pong
Read a book with “video” AND “game” in text
Blood Born - Kathryn Fox 10/23
3. Pet Rock
Read a book with 32 in page count
From the Shadows - McKenzie Burns 10/25
4. Tube Socks
Read a book with an author whose first AND last initials are in TUBE SOCKS
Hit Me with Your Best Scot - Suzanne Enoch 11/10
5. Walkman
Read a book in which characters listen to music that isn’t live.
Ninth House - Leigh Bardugo 11/12
6. Pop Rocks
Read a book in which a character eats candy of any kind
The Darkest Day - Britt Bury 11/14
7. Selling Pepsi and Coke through Peace
Read a book in which the MC sells something
Wild Irish Soul - Tricia O'Malley 11/23
8. Nerf
Read a book in which a character throws a ball.
Once Upon a River - Diane Setterfield 11/25
9. Magic 8 Ball
Read a book with an MPG of Magic
Iron Ember - Donna Grant 11/26
10. Shrinky Dinks
Read a book with a colorful cover.
The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea - Axie Oh 12/3
People1. John Travolta
Read a book with a successful MC.
Christmas Chocolates and Crimes - Cindy Bell 12/6
2. Margaret Thatcher
Read a book where the first letter of the title (very first letter -- you may not exclude articles) is in PRIME and the last letter of the title is in MINISTER.
Murder at an Irish Christmas - Carlene O'Connor 12/8
3. The Beatles
Read a book with one of the numbers of 1970 in the page count
Selective Spells - Willow Mason 12/9
4. Harvey Milk
Read a book with an LBGTQ+ character.
Midnight in Everwood - Maria Kuzniar 12/17
5. Hank Aaron
Read a book with “baseball” in the text
Reindeer Runes - Danielle Garrett 12/18
6. Elton John
Read a book with a yellow cover.
My Heart Stood Still - Lynn Kurland 12/26
7.Cesar Chavez
Read a book with a title begins with one of the letters in UFW.
The Uncanny Raven Winston - Tammie Painter 12/31
8. Evel Knievel
Read a book in which the MC does something dangerous.
The Untangled Cassie Black - Tammie Painter 1/3
9. Muhammad Ali
Read a book in which someone punches another person.
Double Dealer - Barbara McCafferty & Beverly Herald 1/7
10. Ted Bundy
Read a book with a male MC whose first name begins with T.
The Dragon's Promise - Elizabeth Lim 1/14
TV1. Brady Bunch
Read a book where someone has a maid, butler or housekeeper.
Raphael - D.B. Reynolds 1/16
2. Charlie's Angels
Read a book in which the MCs are 3 female friends.
Psychic Dreams - Elizabeth hunter 1/18
3. M*A*S*H
Read a book with an MC in the medical field
Live To Tell - Lisa Gardner 1/20
4. Happy Days
Read a book in which the MC is “cool”
Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone - Diana Gabaldon 1/27
5. Saturday Night Live
Read a book with a large group of MCs.
Tortured Dreams - Hadena James 1/31
6. All in the Family
Read a book with your favorite character.
Reckoning - Catherine Coulter 2/3
7. The Partridge Family
Read a book that broke your heart ♥️.
The Ladies of the Secret Circus - Constance Sayers 2/15
8. Starsky and Hutch
Read a book set in a fictional city
The Last Beekeeper - Rebecca L. Fearnley 2/17
9. Sanford and Son
Read a book with an alliterative title
Music Man - K.L. Montgomery 2/19
10. Welcome Back Kotter
Read a book with a title that starts and ends with a letter in SWEATHOGS.
A Dark Queen Rises - Ashok K. Banker 3/3
Fashion1. Psychedelic
Read a book with a colorful character (your interpretation).
The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi - S.A. Chakraborty 3/5
2. Bell Bottoms
Read a book with pants — from waist to shoe — shown on the cover.
Moment of Tooth - Lindsay Buroker 3/12
3. Disco Jumpsuit
Read a stand alone book.
A Hint of Heather - Rebecca Hagan Lee 3/17
4. Hippy/Hippie.
Read a book with “PEACE” AND “LOVE: in the text
Dragon's Moon - Lucy Monroe 3/19
5. Farrah Fawcett hair
Read a book with a feather on the cover
Dead and Gondola - Ann Claire 3/25
6. Tie Dye
Read a book in which there is a protest.
Turkey Trot Murder - Leslie Meier 3/26
7. Platform Shoes
Read a book in which characters discuss shoes
The Protector - Elin Peer 3/30
8. Men’s high waisted pants and silk shirts
Read a book that describes a male character as “sexy” or “handsome”.
Fall For Me - Ann Lister 4/5
9. Lamé
Read a book in which the characters dress in evening wear
Of Claws and Inferno - Kyoko M. 4/10
10. Cropped/halter/tube tops
Read a book in which something is exposed
A Dirty Shame - Liliana Hart 4/14
In The News1. Watergate Scandal / Nixon Resigns
Read a book by an American author.
The Rapids - Carla Neggers 4/15
2. Elvis Presley dies
Read a book where the title or series name begins with a letter in ELVIS.
If Looks Could Chill - Nina Bruhns 4/22
3. Battle of the Sexes
Read a book in which any type of battle occurs
The Winter King - C.L. Wilson 4/23
4. Vietnam War
Read a book you find disturbing.
An Unthinkable Thing - Nicole Lundrigan 4/30
5. Gay Liberation Movement
Read a book in which there is a parade
Inferno of Love - Erin Wright 5/15
6. Kent State
Read a book set in Ohio.
Lethal Licorice - Amanda Flower 7/3
7. Test Tube Baby
Read a book in which a character gives birth to a baby.
Charmed and Dangerous - Lindsay Buroker 7/9
8. Secretariat
Read either the 3rd or 9th book in a series.
The Burning God - R.F. Kuang 7/19
9. Oil Embargo
Read a book with the phrase “sold out” in the text
Resonance Surge - Nalini Singh 8/25
10. Iran Hostage crisis
Read a book in which a character is kidnapped or held hostage.
Sweep of the Heart - Ilona Andrews 8/27
Baseball Stadium Tour
1. T Mobile Park-Seattle, Washington
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Siren's Surrender - Devyn Quinn 5/1
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
Inca Gold - Clive Cussler 5/2
Book that has the word “Tour” in the text
The Protector - Donna Grant 5/3
2. Oracle Park-San Francisco, California
Book that has on of the following words in the text “Popcorn” “Peanuts” or “Cracker Jacks”
Tempted - Megan Hart 5/4
(with the crusts cut off and cracker jacks, p170
Book published in April, May or June
The Vixen and the Vet - Katy Regnery (pub June 4, 2014) 5/5
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
The Butterfly Forest - Tom Lowe 5/7
3. Oakland Coliseum-Oakland, California
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
The Vanquisher of Water - Logan Young 5/7
Book that has the number “7” in the overall star rating
Wondering Sight - Melissa McShane 5/10
Book published in April, May or June
Raising a Demon - Amy Cissell 5/12
4. Dodger Stadium-Los Angeles, California
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
One Hit Wonder - Kristi Rose 5/18
Book that has a title Beginning with a letter in the word “DOUBLE”
Lady Helena Investigates - Jane Steen 5/18
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
War Song of the Wild - Rebecca L. Fearnley 5/21
5. Angel Stadium-Anaheim, California
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
Marked - Rebecca Zanetti 5/22
Book published during July, August or September
The Iron Wyrm Affair - Lilith Saintcrow 5/23
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
The Cleaner, the Cat and the Space Station - Fay Abernethy 5/25
6. Petco Park-San Diego, California
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Abandoned in Death - J.D. Robb 5/28
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
Awakening - Jeremy Laszlo 5/28
Book that has on of the following words in the text “Popcorn” “Peanuts” or “Cracker Jacks”
Blackbird Fly - Lise McClendon 5/29
7. Chase Field-Phoenix, Arizona
Book published during July, August or September
Belong to the Night - Shelly Laurenston 5/31
Book that has a title Beginning with a letter in the word “DOUBLE”
Burned by Love: - Erin Wright 5/31
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
Kingdom of the Wicked - Kerri Maniscalco 6/2
8. Coors Field-Denver, Colorado
Book that has been tagged Sports
Backhand - Elise Faber 6/3
Book published in April, May or June
Purgatory Chasm - Steve Ulfelder 6/4
Book that has the word “Tour” in the text
Magic Tides - Ilona Andrews 6/5
Book that has a page count that ends in the number “9”
A Curious Beginning - Deanna Raybourn 6/6
9. Kauffman Stadium-Kansas City, Missouri
Book that has the number “7” in the overall star rating
Dragon Riders of Osnen: Episodes 7-10 - Richard Fierce 6/10
Book that has the word “Tour” in the text
Ain't Too Proud to Beg - Susan Donovan 6/11
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
A Lady Can Never Be Too Curious - Mary Wine 6/12
10. Busch Stadium-St. Louis, Missouri
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
A Captain and a Corset - Mary Wine 6/13
Book published in April, May or June
The Dragonfly Oath - Jordan Rivet 6/15
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Dastardly Deeds at St Bride's - Debbie Young 6/16
11. Globe Life Field, Arlington,Texas
Book where BOTH of the Authors initials can be found in the word “STRIKE”
Too Hot to Hold - Stephanie Tyler 6/19
Read a book that has the word “Globe” in the text
Lime Kiln Road - S.L. Shelton 6/20
12. Minute Maid Park-Houston, Texas
Book that is from a series that has more than 9 books in it
Curiosity Killed the Cat Sitter - Blaize Clement 6/21
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Ian's Rose - Suzan Tisdale 6/22
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
Damsel In Danger - Olivia Jaymes 6/22
13. Loan Depot Park-Miami, Florida
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
A Nose for Mischief - K.T. Lee 6/24
Book that has on of the following words in the text “Popcorn”
Girl in Trouble - Stacy Claflin 6/27
Read a book that takes place in Miami, Florida
The Mages of Starsea - Kyle West 6/27
14. Tropicana Field-St. Petersburg, Florida
Book that has a page count that ends in the number “9”
Girl Two: Taken - Molly Black 6/28
Book that has on of the following words in the text “Popcorn”
The Body at Blackwell Lake - A.M. Caplan 6/29
Book published in April, May or June
Every Body on Deck - G.A. McKevett 6/30
15. Truist Park-Atlanta, Georgia
Read a book that has the word “BRAVE” in the text
Rainy Day Friends - Jill Shalvis 7/1
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
The Orb of Binding - Kyle West 7/2
16. Great American Ball Park-Cincinnati, Ohio
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
Lethal Licorice - Amanda Flower 7/3
Read a book that has a SERIES title that BEGINS with a letter in the word “REDS”
The Rifts of Psyche - Kyle West 7/4
17. Guaranteed Rate Field-Chicago, Illinois
Book that has the number “7” in the overall star rating
Burn the Ship - Sarah Branson 7/6
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Magic and Misrule - K.M. Merritt 7/8
Book published during July, August or September
The Dragon Republic - R.F. Kuang 7/16
18. Wrigley Field-Chicago, Illinois
Book published during July, August or September
The Psion of Darkness - Kyle West 7/19
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
The Burning God - R.F. Kuang 7/19
Book published in April, May or June
Life in the Dead Lane - Lucy Quinn 7/20
continued...19. Target Field-Minneapolis, Minnesota
Book that has a title Beginning with a letter in the word “DOUBLE”
Eerie - Blake Crouch 7/22
Book that has the number “7” in the overall star rating
An Ear for Trouble - K.T. Lee 7/22
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
Here and Then - Linda Lael Miller 7/23
20. American Family Field-Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
Ice Song - Kirsten Imani Kasai 7/24
Book that takes place in Summer
Blood Trinity - Sherrilyn Kenyon/Diana Love 7/26
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
What I'm Looking For - Karen Grey 7/27
21. Comerica Park-Detroit, Michigan
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
The Murder Code - Ava Strong 7/28
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
Cold Midnight - Joyce Lamb 7/28
Book published in April, May or June
Unnatural Causes - Leah Ruth Robinson 7/29
22. Rogers Centre-Toronto, Ontario
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Suppression - Laramie Briscoe 7/30
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
The Siege of Earth - Kyle West 7/31
Book published during July, August or September
Freefall - Tess Oliver 7/31
23. Progressive Field-Cleveland, Ohio
Book published during July, August or September
Angels Rising - Harriet Carlton 8/2
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Angels Soaring - Harriet Carlton 8/5
Book that has a title Beginning with a letter in the word “DOUBLE”
The Becoming - Nora Roberts 8/6
24. PNC Park-Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Book that has the number “7” in the overall star rating
Angels Defying - Harriet Carlton 8/8
Book that has the word “Tour” in the text
The Sanatorium - Sarah Pearse 8/8
Book published during July, August or September
Angels Falling - Harriet Carlton 8/11
continued...25. Nationals Park-Washington D.C
Book published in April, May or June
Fractured Oak - Dannie Boyd 8/12
Book that has on of the following words in the text “Popcorn” “Peanuts” or “Cracker Jacks”
The Choice - Nora Roberts 8/12
Book that has the number “3” in the publication date
XOXO Valentina - Jill Brashear 8/13
Book published during July, August or September
The Haunting at Bonaventure Circus - Jaime Jo Wright 8/13
26. Oriole Park at Camden Yards-Baltimore, Maryland
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
Beachside Bullet - Jasmine Webb 8/15
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Death Down Under - Samantha Silver 8/15
Book published during July, August or September
Incendiary in a Kilt - Anna Durand 8/17
27. Citizens Bank Park-Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Book that has one authors initials (first or last) in the word “WALK”
Forever Neverland - Heather Killough-Walden 8/18
Book that has a title Beginning with a letter in the word “DOUBLE”
One Last Breath - Sarah Sutton 8/18
Book that takes place in Summer
Vanilla Vendetta - Rosie A. Point 8/19
28. Citi Field-Queens, New York
Book that has on of the following words in the text “Popcorn” “Peanuts” or “Cracker Jacks”
Pineapple Lies - Amy Vansant 8/21
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Mint Murder - Rosie A. Point 8/21
Book published in April, May or June
Chocolate Chills - Rosie A. Point 8/21
29. Yankee Stadium-The Bronx, New York
Book published during July, August or September
Invisible Bound - Lucia Ashta 8/23
Book that has a title that begins with a letter found in the word “STADIUM”
Invisible Rider - Lucia Ashta 8/24
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
Resonance Surge - Nalini Singh 8/25
30. Fenway Park-Boston, Massachusetts
Book that takes place in Summer
Sweep of the Heart - Ilona Andrews 8/27
Book that has the word “Stretch” in the text
Opal Smoke - Stephanie Fazio 8/28
Read a book where the number “68” is intake in page count.
Ember X - Jessica Sorensen 8/30
31. Baseball Hall of Fame-Cooperstown, New York
read any book that meets the General Challenge Guidelines to finish the tour
Under Suspicion - Rachel Lee 8/31
Good Witch/Bad Witch
Start Date: October 1, 2022
End Date: September 30, 2023
1. Read a stand alone book.
The Midnight Library - Matt Haig 10/1
2. Hermione Granger (Harry Potter)
Read a book with a wand on the cover
Lost Souls Paraagency and the Three Witches of Burberry - K.M. Waller 10/2
3. Melisandre (Game of Thrones)
Read a book in which someone controls someone else
Unforeseen Danger - G.K. Parks 10/7
4. Morticia Addams (The Addams Family)
Read a book with a 5 in the page count
The Starless Crown - James Rollins (560 pages) 10/14
5. Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty/Maleficent)
Read a book with “EVIL” in the text
Green Eyed Envy - Kasey MacKenzie 10/17
(during a fight with evil cloned sidhe), p41
6. Gillian & Sally Owens (Practical Magic)
Read a book with BOTH of the words "PRACTICAL" and "MAGIC" in the text
Cutthroat Cupcakes - Cate Lawley 10/23
7. Glinda the Good Witch of the North (The Wizard of Oz)
Read a book with the word "NORTH" intact in the title
The Shadow in the North - Philip Pullman 10/29
8. Alexandra Fielding and Camryn Barnes (Twitches)
Read a book featuring twins.
Gone with the Twins - Kylie Logan 11/5
9. Jadis / The White Witch (The Chronicles of Narnia)
Read a book with a white cover
The Undead Mr. Tenpenny - Tammie Painter 11/19
10. Witchiepoo (H.R. Pufnstuff)
Read a book set on an island.
Circus of the Dead, Book One - Kimberly Loth 12/10
11. The Evil Queen (Snow White)
Read a book with a mirror on the cover.
A Whisker of Trouble - Sofie Ryan 12/14
12. Bonnie Bennett (The Vampire Diaries)
3. Read a book with an author who has the same first name and last name initial
Sisters of Sword and Song - Rebecca Ross 12/22
13. Ursula (The Little Mermaid)
2. Read a book with a mermaid character
Mermaid Fins, Winds & Rolling Pins - Erin Johnson 1/1
14. The Halliwell Sisters (Charmed)
2. Read a book that is part of a trilogy.
The Untangled Cassie Black - Tammie Painter 1/3
15. The Witches of Eastwick
4. Read a book set in New England.
Up to No Gouda - Linda Reilly 1/21
16. The Wicked Witch of the West (The Wizard of Oz)
1. Read a book with a green cover
The Heretic Royal - G.A. Aiken 1/25
17. Adalind Schade (Grimm)
2. Read a book with a character who is a lawyer
Three Parts Dead - Max Gladstone 2/8
18. The Sanderson Sister (Hocus Pocus)
Read a book that has a 3 in the page count
Close Your Eyes - Iris Johansen 3/13
19. Jennifer Wooley (I Married a Witch)
Read a book with a witch’s hat on the cover.
Witch Hunt - Sara Bourgeois 4/8
20. Willow Rosenberg (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)
Read a book with an MPG of LBGTQ+
History Is All You Left Me - Adam Silvera 4/12
21. Willow Rosenberg (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)
Read a book with all the letters of WILLOW
Viking Warrior, Unwilling Wife - Michele Styles 4/13
22. The Scarlet Witch (The Avengers Movies)
Read a book that features a team of MCs.
Kingdoms at War - Lindsay Buroker 4/21
23. Lafayette Reynolds (True Blood)
Read a book with an MC you would love to meet in real life.
Magic Tides - Ilona Andrews 6/5
24. The Witches of The Craft
2. Read a book set in California.
Rainy Day Friends - Jill Shalvis 7/1
25. Regina / The Evil Queen (Once Upon a Time)
Read a book with an evil MC
The Dragon Republic - R.F. Kuang 7/16
26. Samantha Stevens (Bewitched)
2. Read a book where you can clearly see someone’s nose on the cover.
Here and Then - Linda Lael Miller 7/23
27. Angelique Collins (Dark Shadows)
Read a book with TWO of the numbers in 1967 in the publication date.
Ice Song - Kirsten Imani Kasai 7/24
28. Sabrina Spellman (Sabrina the Teenage Witch)
4. Read a book with an MC who is a teenager
Angels Defying - Harriet Carlton 8/8
29. Fiona Goode (American Horror Story: Coven)
Read a book in which ONE of the author's initials -- first or last -- is in COVEN.
Pineapple Lies - Amy Vansant 8/21
30. Endora (Bewitched)
Read a book with a character who has grandchildren.
Cold Blooded Liar - Karen Rose 9/13
International Day of Yoga
1. Sun Salutation or Surya Namaskar
1(a). Improves the functioning of the Digestive System:
Read a book showing the stomach area eg. abs, naval etc.
Backhand - Elise Faber 6/3
1(b). Surya namaskar benefits in Weight Loss:
Read a book with a title/series that has all the letters of LOSS in it
The Lost Treasure of Drakon - Nellie H. Steele 6/16
1(c). 3. Glowing Skin and Luscious Hair
Read a book that starts with the letters G or L
Lime Kiln Road - S.L. Shelton 6/20
1(d). Helps In Muscles And Joints Strength:
Read a book where someone is showing off their muscles
Impulse Control - Amanda Usen 6/21
1(e). Calming Your Body:
Read a book where author's both initials can be found in CALM
Wish You Were Here - Catherine Alliott 6/23
2. Asanas
2(a). Tadasana (Mountain Pose):
Read a book where you can see a person's back body
The Mages of Starsea - Kyle West 6/27
2(b). Marjariasana (Cow Cat Pose or Cat Pose):
Read a book where either of the Author's initials are M, C or P
Girl Two: Taken - Molly Black 6/28
2(c). Dhanurasana (Bow Pose):
Read a book with the title starts with a D or a B
Burn the Ship - Sarah Branson 7/6
2(d). Ustrasana (Camel Pose):
Read a book with a Camel on the cover or which is set in a place with a Desert
The Chosen of the Manifold - Kyle West 7/7
2(e). Padahastasana (Standing Forward Bend):
Read a book with the title starts with a P or an S
The Psion of Darkness - Kyle West 7/19
3. Pranayama
3(a). Decreases Stress:
Read a book with an MC whose personality stresses you out
What I'm Looking For - Karen Grey 7/27
3(b). Improves Sleep Quality:
Read a book where someone is dreaming
Angels Soaring - Harriet Carlton 8/5
3(c). Increases Mindfulness:
Read a book with the word Breathing in the text
The Sanatorium - Sarah Pearse 8/8
3(d). Enhances Cognitive Performance:
Read a book with the word Performance in the text
The Haunting at Bonaventure Circus - Jaime Jo Wright 8/13
3(e). Reduces High Blood Pressure
Read a book where someone is in great stress
Forever Neverland - Heather Killough-Walden 8/18
4. Dhyana (Meditation)
4(a). Guided Meditation
Read a book with the word Guide in the text
Ember X - Jessica Sorensen 8/30
(I guide her to the bed), p63
4(b). Mantra Meditation
Read a book where someone does some task repeatedly
Earth Bound - Christine Feehan 9/15
4(c). Mindfulness Meditation
Read a book where someone feels overwhelmed
Fire Bound - Christine Feehan 9/18
4(d). Transcendental Meditation
Read a book where the MC feels unsettled
You'd Be Home Now - Kathleen Glasgow 9/24
4(e). Tai Chi:
Read a book where someone learns self-defense or defends themselves in a bad situation
Death, Taxes, and Hot-Pink Leg Warmers - Diane Kelly 10/6
5. Savasana (Rest)
5(a). Improves Concentration:
Read a book with the word Concentration in the text
Ledge - Stacey McEwan 10/9
5(b). Cures Insomnia
Read a book with the word Sleep or Insomnia in the text
Unnatural Causes - Dawn Eastman 10/11
5(c). Promotes Relaxation
Read a book where a character feels relaxed
Gone with the Whisker - Laurie Cass 10/15
5(d). Relaxes Muscles:
Read a book with the word Relax in the text
Swamp Spirits - Jana Deleon 10/19
5(e). Treat Neurological Problems:
Read a book where someone is getting on someone else's nerves
Classics Mutilated - Jeff Conner 10/31
Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?Start Date: March 1, 2023
End Date: November 27, 2023
1. Welcome to your very own dinner party!
Read a book that has more than 3 people on the cover.
Saber Tooth - Lou Cadle 3/4
2. Booze or No Booze
Read a book in which the MC drinks an alcoholic beverage
Boogie Beach - Winnie Winkle 3/6
3. Party Location
Outdoors at home - read a book with an outdoor setting on the cover.
Island of the Lost: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World - Joan Druett 3/8
4. Part Style
Casual buffet - read a book with a cover model standing, not sitting, where you can see their full body — head to toe.
Moment of Tooth - Lindsay Buroker 3/12
5. What time will you start?
use any numbers from the page count and publication date to determine the start time of your party. In your completion post, include both the page count and publication date as well as the party’s start time
Wanted by the Werewolf Prince - Kara Lockharte 3/14
6. Pick a party theme.
Margaritaville - read a book with the word “salt” in the text.
It takes an Oni - Scott Rhine 3/16
7. Choice: hire a caterer or cook yourself
HIRE A CATERER - read a book in which a character hires someone to do work or a book in which any of the following are mentioned in the text: caterer, truck, delivery, tray, menu (state location and brief passage)
Cross Cowboy - Elana Johnson 3/20
8. Decorations
Lots of flowers — read a book with flowers on the cover
A Spell for Trouble - Esme Addison 3/22
9. Help From A Friend
read a book with the letters of YES (in any order) in the title.
And the Rest is History - Jodi Taylor 3/24
10. Problem
Read a book with a black or grey cover.
The Forgotten Child - Melissa Erin Jackson 3/26
11. Guest List
read a book that is a part of a series or has “list” in the text
Spooky Business - Addison Creek 3/28
12. Problem
Read a book with a title that has all the letters of CALL or REPAIR in the title.
The Laughing Policeman - Elizabeth J. Brown 4/3
13. Your First Guest
Read a book that’s first in a series.
Fall For Me - Ann Lister 4/5
14. Guest – your Boss
PSYCHOTIC — read a book with a serial killer character
Let Me Go - Kate Bold 4/6
15. Guest – Nosy Neighbor
read a book with a house or building on the cover
The Ice House - Minette Walters 4/11
16. Party Gossip
Read a book with an MPG of Romance, Family or Contemporary.
Viking Warrior, Unwilling Wife - Michelle Styles 4/13
17. Special Guest
Read a book in which the MC fights crime.
A Dirty Shame - Liliana Hart 4/14
18. Majority of Guests
Read a book in which the MC has a job they go to regularly in the story.
Midnight Crystal - Jayne Castle 4/16
19. Uninvited Guest!!
Read a book from a series that has concluded.
Kingdoms at War - Lindsay Buroker 4/21
20. Mystery Guest #1
Read a book with a very likable female MC.
Find Her Alive - Diane Saxon 4/27
21. Mystery Guest #2
Read a Romantic Comedy book -- or a Romance.
Caught in the Flames - Kacey Shea 4/29
22. Party Gossip! Dirty secret!!
read a book in which a secret is revealed or kept and state why you are choosing to spread gossip or keep the secret!
The Protector - Donna Grant 5/3
23. Problem! Can I bring my dog?
Read a book with an MC who has a pet.
Flames of Love - Erin Wright 5/5
24. Mystery Guest Couple
Read a book where the title begins with a letter in THE VOICE
The Vanquisher of Water - Logan Young 5/7
25. Choice: invite anyone — living or dead
read a book with your favorite Genre as MPG and state who your guest will be :)
Come Get Me - Molly Black 5/10
26. All RSVPs are in — clean the house to prepare!
read a book in which any time of cleaning is mentioned in any way
Death Runs Adrift - Karen MacInerney 5/16
27. Choose what you will wear
read a book with the word "CASUAL" in the text
Marked - Rebecca Zanetti 5/22
28. Guests arrive!!
Read a book with the word WELCOME in the text
The Cleaner, the Cat and the Space Station - Fay Abernethy 5/25
29. Welcome drink - Cheers!!
read a book with any type of drink in the text
The Priestess and the Dragon - Nicolette Andrews 5/27
30. Party Gossip
Read a book in which someone is murdered.
Abandoned in Death - J.D. Robb 5/28
31. Appetizers — Choice of prompts decides
read a short book (100-250 pages).
Believe Me - Molly Black 5/30
32. Hungry Guest
Read a book in which someone hides from someone else or someone looks for someone.
Magic Tides - Ilona Andrews 6/5
33. Call guests to the table
In which the characters gather to eat
Dastardly Deeds at St Bride's - Debbie Young 6/16
continued...34. Problem! -- Guest locked in the bathroom!!
read a book with one of these words in the text -- LOCK, OPEN, ESCAPE
Never Let You Go - Katy Regnery 6/17
35. Choice: grace or toast
Read a book with "TOAST", "GRACE" or "CHOICE" in the text
Too Hot to Hold - Stephanie Tyler 6/19
36. Kudos!
read a book that that makes you happy
Encore in Death - J.D. Robb 6/30
37. First course — Salad
Read a book with "SALAD" in the text
Burn the Ship - Sarah Branson 7/6
38. Problem!
Read a book in which any kind of silverware is mentioned in the text
Charmed and Dangerous - Lindsay Buroker 7/9
39. Choice: who is flirting with whom?
read a book with a title starting with a letter in RANDOM
The Dragon Republic - R.F. Kuang 7/16
40. Main course -- Choice of prompts decides
Read a book with a title that starts and ends with a letter in "NOODLES"
Life in the Dead Lane - Lucy Quinn 7/20
41. Kudos!
Read a book with a title that begins AND ends with a letter in COMPLIMENT.
Too Late - Rylie Dark 7/21
42. Side dish – vegetables — Choice of prompts decides
Read a book with an orange cover.
Here and Then - Linda Lael Miller 7/23
43. Problem
Read a book with "carpet" in the text
The Murder Code - Ava Strong 7/28
44. Party gossip!
read a book with an MC who is "innocent"
Angels Defying - Harriet Carlton 8/8
45. Dessert
Read a book with all the letters of CAKE in the title.
Fractured Oak - Dannie Boyd 8/12
46. Choice: which guest had too much to drink
choose any one of your celebrity guests and read a book with an author or MC who has the same initials
Blake Shelton, Gwen Stephani, Hugh Grant, Reese Witherspoon,
You Are Not Alone - Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen 9/4
47. Kudos!
Read a book in which the MC is paid a compliment
Cold Blooded Liar - Karen Rose 9/13
48. Coffee -- Choice of prompts decides
Read a book set in Italy
Fire Bound - Christine Feehan 9/18
49. Problem! Lost Earring!!
Read a book with an ear on the cover
Sweep with Me - Ilona Andrews 10/10
50. Guests start to leave
Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in GOOD and ends with a letter in BYE
Death Overdue - Allison Brook 11/9
51. Problem! Guest who won't leave
Read a book with "Get out" in the text
City of Ruin - Charissa Weaks 11/15
52. Choice: Everyone is gone -- clean up or go to bed
Read a book in which the MC does something they really don't want to do.
Intimate Enemies: A Novel - Shana Abe 11/23
53. Good Morning
Read a book with an MPG of Historical Fiction.
An Argumentation of Historians - Jodi Taylor 11/25
54. Kudos -- thanks for a great time!
read a book in which BOTH of the author's initials are in GREAT TIME
Spotted at the Cemetery - Addison Moore & Bellamy Bloom 11/27
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