December 2023 Mini Challenge

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

DECEMBER 2023 MINI CHALLENGES


RULES

** Books DO NOT all have to be mysteries. You can use any genres.

** A book can be used only once for this challenge, but can be used for other challenges (Seasonal, World Trip, Ultimate, etc.).

** You DO NOT have to choose books in advance, and can change your mind at any time if you do.

** Do as many as you are able and have fun!


I thought I’d have a little fun this month, with thanks to Clement Clarke Moore.


1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).


For those not familiar with this timeless poem, you can read the full text here: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poem...

🛷 🦌🎄🕯️❄️

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[Brenda]

December 2023 Mini Challenge
Duration: 1/12/23-31/12/23
5/5

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
Death by Demo by Callie Carpenter 5★s 4/12/23

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead 4★s 2/12/23 chimney

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Mystery of the Night Watchers by A.M. Howell 5★s 9/12/23 in the plot

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Murder on the Cornish Cliffs by Verity Bright 4★s 1/12/23 snowflakes

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
A Bean to Die For by Tara Lush 4★s 21/12/23 dog

[Phrynne]

December 2023 Mini Challenge
Duration: 1/12/23-31/12/23
5/5

1.Read a book with a house on the cover.
Death by Demo by Callie Carpenter 5 stars

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book a with chimney/on the cover.
The Body in the Castle Well by Martin Walker 5 stars

3. Read a book with candy/sweets as part of the plot.
Blood, Sweets and Tears by H.Y. Hanna 4 stars 22/12/2023

4. Read a book with snow on the cover.
Christmas Lights and Cat Fights: A Jules Keene Glamping Mystery by Heather Weidner 4 stars

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover
Evan's Gate by Rhys Bowen 5 stars

[Patrizia]

December 2023 Mini Challenge

5/5

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
Murder Sets the Stage by Thea Cambert 5 December; 4☆


2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
Knot a Game by Betty Hechtman 21 December; 4☆


3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Peanut Butter Panic by Amanda Flower 12 December; 4 1/2☆


4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Christmas, Criminals, and Campers by Tonya Kappes 22 December; 4☆


5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
A Deadly Chapter by Essie Lang 8 December; 4☆

[[deleted user]]

COMPLETED: 5/5

🏡Read a book with a “house” in the title. Murder in the 11th House. 12/5.
🧦Read a book with stockings or a fireplace on the cover. Silent Knit, Deadly Knit. 12/14.
🍬Read a book with candy on the cover. The Murder Before Christmas. 12/16.
❄️Read a book with snowflakes on the cover. Christmas, Criminals, and Campers. 12/5.
🐶Read a book with an animal on the cover. The Twelve Dogs of Christmas. 12/3.

[Linda]

Still working on that first one...

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Death of a Neighborhood Scrooge

The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Sugar Plum Poisoned

The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Stalking Around the Christmas Tree

When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Six Geese A-Slaying

[Michelle]

DECEMBER 2023 MINI CHALLENGE:

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or "house" in the title.
Dead of Winter by Annelise Ryan

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
A Christmas Peril by J.A. Hennrikus

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
A Christmas Candy Killing by Christina Romeril

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Snow Place for Murder by Diane Kelly

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover.
A Trip with Trouble by Diane Kelly

[Mary (Biblophile)]

December Mini Challenge

5/5

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.......The Body in the Annex.....12/9/2023

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover......Divine Christmas.....12/10/2023

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.....Six Sweets Under......12/5/2023

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover......Murder Under the Mistletoe......12/6/2023

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume)......Peg and Rose Stir Up Trouble.....12/3/2023

[Becky]

0/5

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).

[Tari]

December Mini Challenge
5/5

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
Julie Ecker 12/4/23

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
Closest I could get and it only took me a year lol Kathleen Suzette 12/19/24

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Laura Pauling 12/22/23

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Tonya Kappes 12/24/23

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
199738420] C.B. Wilson 12/9/23

[Julesy]

December 2023 mini challenge🎄🤶🏼🎅🏼⛄

Updated: Dec. 15
Progress: 4/5

🏡1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
My Old Kentucky Homicide by Gin Jones - Dec. 13

🔥2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
Death Of A Christmas Card Crafter by Peggy Ehrhart - Dec. 15

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.

⛄4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Christmas, Criminals, and Campers by Tonya Kappes - Dec. 10

🐻5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
Bear by Ben Queen - Dec. 11

[JennH]

December 2023 Mini Challenge

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen 12/31/23

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
How the Finch Stole Christmas! by Donna Andrews 12/9/23


3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Candy Cane Crime by Amanda Flower 12/31/23

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Duck the Halls by Donna Andrews 12/20/23

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume). Witches of Brooklyn: S'More Magic by Sophie Escabasse 12/3/23

[Alice]

Alice's spot

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title. Twelve Slays of Christmas by Jacqueline Frost

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot. Murder at the Christmas Cookie Bake-Off by Darci Hannah

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).

[Lali & Michelle]

December 2023 Mini Challenge
5/5 Completed + Bonus 😊


1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
A Good Day to Buy by Sherry Harris 12/6 4☆

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
We Wish You a Murderous Christmas by Vicki Delany 12/2 3☆

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Chocolate à la Murder by Kirsten Weiss 12/5 4☆

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Twelve Slays of Christmas by Jacqueline Frost 12/10 4.5☆

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
It Came upon a Midnight Shear by Allie Pleiter 12/20 4☆

[Meg]

🎄❄️🎄December 2023 mini challenge ❄️🎄❄️

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
The Worst Noel, Amy M. Reade 12/20

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
Christmas Stalkings: Tales of Yuletide Murder 12/06

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover ==> candy canes
Sugar and Sliced, C A Phipps 12/19

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
The Case of the Ghost of Christmas Morning 12/19

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume) ==> Tilly has a santa cap
The Christmas Visitor 12/04

[Paula]

December 2023 Mini Challenge
0/5 Completed

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
The Burning Issue of the Day
2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
Thread the Halls
3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Sugar and Sliced
4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Murder at the Snowed Inn
5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume)
Dachshund Through the Snow

[Barb]

COZY MYSTERIES DECEMBER 2023 MINI CHALLENGES
5/5 COMPLETE

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse…
* Read a book with a house on the cover
A Nutcracker Nightmare (Killer Chocolate #2), by Christina Romeril, finished 12/1 ★★★.5


2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there…
* Read a book with a chimney/fireplace on the cover
Inherit the Wool (Yarn Retreat #6), by Betty Hechtman, finished 12/7 ★★★★


3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads…
* Read a book with candy/sweets as part of the plot
The Silence of the Elves (Holly Hopewell #1), by Meg Muldoon, finished 12/10 ★★★.5
Holly makes sweets at the North Pole

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below…
* Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover
Murder at the Snowed Inn (Claire Anderson Murder for All Seasons #1), by Imogene Plimp, finished 12/7 ★★★


5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick.
* Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
non-mystery, holiday hat on dog : Dear Santa, by Debbie Macomber, finished 12/3 ★★★.5
mystery : Decked in the Hall (Finch & Fischer #1), by J. New, finished 12/16 ★★★.5

[Trish]

Nice challenge! Thank you.

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.

Murder in Midwinter - Cecily Gayford (ed) - 17/12/23

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

Note in the Nutcracker, Kathi Daley – 03/12/23

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.

Lethal Licorice, Amanda Flower – 21/12/23
Book 2 of the Amish Candy Shop series

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.

Blizzard in the Bay, Kathi Daley – 04/12/23

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).

Six Geese A-Slaying, Donna Andrews – 11/12/23
Yep, I'm claiming the virtual bonus :-)

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[Caraina]

December 2023 Mini Challenge
Duration: December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Completed: 0/5

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).

[Genevieve]

4/5

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
by Adriana Licio 12/10/2023

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover.
by Lyndsey Cole 12/27/2023

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
by Cynthia Hickey 12/17/2023

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
by Amy Boyles 12/16/2023

[sophie . ݁₊]

DECEMBER MINI 2023
12/1/23 - 12/31/23

Books Read : 0/5

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
The Mistletoe Bet by Maren Moore

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Salted Caramel Dreams by Jackie Nastri Bardenwerper

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
The Slippery Slope by Lemony Snicket

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne

[Elizabeth]

Cozy Mysteries Reading Challenges
December 2023 Mini Challenge
Duration: 12/1-31/23
Based upon Clement Clarke Moore's Twas the Night Before Christmas
Goal 0/10

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or "house" in the title:

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover:

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot:

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover:

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it's wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume):

[Karen]

DECEMBER 2023 MINI CHALLENGE 12/1/23 - 12/31/23

Progress: 5/5


1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
The House without a Christmas Tree by Gail Rock (12/16/23)

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
The Sugarplum Ladies by Carrie Fancett Pagels (12/26/23)

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Latkes for Santa Claus by Janie Emaus (12/7/23)

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
The Yuletide Rescue by Margaret Daley (12/16/23)

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
The Last Christmas Puppy by Roxanne Rustand (12/24/23)

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).

[Catsalive]

December Mini
5/5

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
by Alice Kimberly 3/12 2.5★

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
by Marie Force 7/12 1★

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot - Ash kept feeding it to Dash whenever he got irritated with her... he ate a lot!
by Debbie Macomber 9/12 1★

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
by Charles Dickens 6/12 5★

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
by Shelby Van Pelt 3/12 3★

[Gemma]

1/5

2✅

SILENT NIGHT
Christmas Mysteries
EDITED BY MARTIN EDWARDS

[Meghana]

December 2023 Mini Challenge - COMPLETED
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Duration: 12/1/23 - 12/31/23

5/5

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title Slaughter{house}-Five by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. 12/26/23 3★

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover. - 12/7/23 2★

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot. - 12/12/23 3★

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover. - 12/26/23 3★

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume). - 12/11/23 4.5★

[Diana]

December 2023 Mini Challenge
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Duration: 12/1/23 - 12/31/23

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.

Legacy of Murder by Connie Berry
(houses on the cover)

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.

A Stolen Heart by Amanda Cabot
(one of the main characters runs a candy/sweets shop)

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).

A Steadfast Man by Leigh Greenwood
(horses on the cover)

[writer...]

0“…have a little fun this month, with thanks to Clement Clarke Moore.”


1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
Merry and Bright

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
The Christmas Candle CHRISTMAS CANDLE -OS

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Christmas Caramel Murder

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
An Amish Family Christmas


5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
Candy Cane Crime

[Barb]

Finished

COZY MYSTERIES DECEMBER 2023 MINI CHALLENGES
5/5 COMPLETE

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse…
* Read a book with a house on the cover
A Nutcracker Nightmare (Killer Chocolate #2), by Christina Romeril, finished 12/1 ★★★.5


2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there…
* Read a book with a chimney/fireplace on the cover
Inherit the Wool (Yarn Retreat #6), by Betty Hechtman, finished 12/7 ★★★★


3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads…
* Read a book with candy/sweets as part of the plot
The Silence of the Elves (Holly Hopewell #1), by Meg Muldoon, finished 12/10 ★★★.5
Holly makes sweets at the North Pole

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below…
* Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover
Murder at the Snowed Inn (Claire Anderson Murder for All Seasons #1), by Imogene Plimp, finished 12/7 ★★★


5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick.
* Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
non-mystery, holiday hat on dog : Dear Santa, by Debbie Macomber, finished 12/3 ★★★.5
mystery : Decked in the Hall (Finch & Fischer #1), by J. New, finished 12/16 ★★★.5

[Amber]

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
Murder on the House 12.06.23

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
12.12.23

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
12.18.23

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
12.19.23

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover
12.20.23

[Linda]

Finished this one up!

’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… A Crossworder's Holiday 12/15/23

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Death of a Neighborhood Scrooge 12/13/23

The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Sugar Plum Poisoned 12/1/23

The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Stalking Around the Christmas Tree 12/10/23

When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Six Geese A-Slaying 12/7/23

[Phrynne]

Finished
December 2023 Mini Challenge
Duration: 1/12/23-31/12/23
5/5

1.Read a book with a house on the cover.
Death by Demo by Callie Carpenter 5 stars

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book a with chimney/on the cover.
The Body in the Castle Well by Martin Walker 5 stars

3. Read a book with candy/sweets as part of the plot.
Blood, Sweets and Tears by H.Y. Hanna 4 stars 22/12/2023

4. Read a book with snow on the cover.
Christmas Lights and Cat Fights: A Jules Keene Glamping Mystery by Heather Weidner 4 stars

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover
Evan's Gate by Rhys Bowen 5 stars

[Brenda]

Well done Phrynne!

[Brenda]

Finished :)

December 2023 Mini Challenge
Duration: 1/12/23-31/12/23
5/5

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
Death by Demo by Callie Carpenter 5★s 4/12/23

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead 4★s 2/12/23 chimney

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Mystery of the Night Watchers by A.M. Howell 5★s 9/12/23 in the plot

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Murder on the Cornish Cliffs by Verity Bright 4★s 1/12/23 snowflakes

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
A Bean to Die For by Tara Lush 4★s 21/12/23 dog

[Patrizia]

Done!

December 2023 Mini Challenge

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
Murder Sets the Stage by Thea Cambert 5 December; 4☆


2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
Knot a Game by Betty Hechtman 21 December; 4☆


3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Peanut Butter Panic by Amanda Flower 12 December; 4 1/2☆


4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
Christmas, Criminals, and Campers by Tonya Kappes 22 December; 4☆


5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
A Deadly Chapter by Essie Lang 8 December; 4☆

[Julie]

Julie R.‘s December Challenge 6/5

1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.



2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.



3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.



4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.



5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).

[Rhonda]

I finally made it

1. Read a book with a house on the cover. 12th Months to Live-
James Patterson

2. Read a book with stocking or socks or chimney/fireplace on the cover. The Walled Flower - Lorraine Bartlett

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot. Dying for Devils Food - Jenn McKinlay

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover. Stalking around the Christmas Tree - Jacqueline Frost

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if its wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume) Jingle Bell Bark - Laurien Berenson

[Karen]

FINISHED!!!

Progress: 5/5


1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
The House without a Christmas Tree by Gail Rock (12/16/23)

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.
The Sugarplum Ladies by Carrie Fancett Pagels (12/26/23)

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot.
Latkes for Santa Claus by Janie Emaus (12/7/23)

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
The Yuletide Rescue by Margaret Daley (12/16/23)

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
The Last Christmas Puppy by Roxanne Rustand (12/24/23)

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Congrats to all who have finished!

[Meg]

Done in message 15! Hoping you had a fun Christmas/holiday. Happy New Year 🎉🍾

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Finished a couple days ago….


1. Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title. Deck the Hallways by Kate Carlisle

2. Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover. Christmas Stalkings: Tales of Yuletide Murder by Charlotte MacLeod (and others — short story collection)

3. Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover or as part of the plot. The Christmas Pig by J.K. Rowling (It’s hard to see in the thumbnail, but there is a candy cane in upper left corner.)

4. Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover. Brian's Winter by Gary Paulsen

5. Read a book with an animal on the cover. Murder at the Bookstore by Sue Minix

[Genevieve]

FINISHED

4/5

1. ’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Read a book with a house on the cover or “house” in the title.
by Adriana Licio 12/10/2023

2. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… Read a book with stockings/socks or a chimney/fireplace on the cover.

3. The children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads… Read a book with candy/sweets on the cover.
by Lyndsey Cole 12/27/2023

4. The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below… Read a book with snow or snowflakes on the cover.
by Cynthia Hickey 12/17/2023

5. When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. Read a book with an animal on the cover (bonus if it’s wearing a holiday hat/outfit/costume).
by Amy Boyles 12/16/2023

[Brenda]

Well done Heather!

[Marisa, Cozy Mysteries Assistant Moderator]

Mini-Challenge December 2023
Duration: Dec 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023
Done

1.- ’Twas the night before Christmas,when all through the house,Not a creature was stirring,not even a mouse: Owl Be Home for Christmas by Rosie A. Point (09/12/2023 - ★★★★)
2.- The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there: Hand Caught in the Christmas Cookie Jar by Virginia K. Bennett (10/12/2023 - ★★★☆)
3.- The children were nestled all snug in their beds,While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads…: Secret in the Santa by Kathi Daley (20/12/2023 - ★★★★)
4.- The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow,Gave a lustre of midday to objects below…: Have a Jolly Collie Christmas by Rosie A. Point (09/12/2023 - ★★★★)
5.- When what to my wondering eyes did appear,But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer,With a little old driver so lively and quick,I knew in a moment he must be St Nick: Dachshund Through the Snow by Rosie A. Point (07/12/2023 - ★★★☆)

[Marisa, Cozy Mysteries Assistant Moderator]

Congrats to everybody who has finished it! And to everybody who has tried it.

[Tari]

Msg. 10, I was determined to finish lol

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Tari — I admire your determination. 😉

[Tari]

Heather L wrote: "Tari — I admire your determination. 😉"

Thanks Heather, lol. I've written off some as lost causes but a Christmas one I just can't not finish rotfl