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The Ivory Coast is one of the world's largest producers of Robusta coffee, which is strongly aromatic with a light body and acidity. This variety is ideally suited for a darker roast, so they’re often used in espresso blends.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with at least three Ss in the title, like ESPRESSO.
☕️ 2. Read a book with a cover that looks and feels "light."
☕️ 3. Read a book with a subtitle that starts with the word THE.
☕️ 4. Read a book with a strong MC.
Prompt #15: West Africa - The Ivory CoastBook: The Night Whistler by Greg Woodland
Date: 28/7 4.5★
Pages: 385
Task: 4
Fit: strong MC
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In the country where coffee was first commercially cultivated, coffee is still grown in the age-old, century-proven manner. Within the small, terraced gardens of family farms, you can almost always find a few coffee trees. Since water is scarce in this arid land, coffee beans grown here tend to be smaller, and more irregular in size and shape. Lack of water also means that the coffee cherries will be dry processed after harvest. The result is that Yemeni coffee has a distinctive taste that is deep, rich and like no other.
In ancient times, when coffee was shipped from the famous Yemeni port of Mocha to destinations all over the world, the word Mocha became synonymous with Arabian coffee. The Dutch combined Arabian coffee with coffee grown on the island of Java to make the first coffee blend -- and one that is still well-known today -- Mocha Java.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book set in a dry, arid location.
☕️ 2. Read a book where the author's first AND last initials are found in CULTIVATED.
☕️ 3. Read a book with a place-name in the title, like Mocha or Java.
☕️ 4. Read a book with something on the cover that is irregular in size and shape.
Prompt #16: The Arabian Peninsula - YemenBook: The Colonel's Lady by Patricia Oliver
Date: 29/7 3★
Pages: 224
Task: 4
Fit: people on cover, irregular in size & shape
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Indonesia, one of the world's largest countries, is composed of thousands of islands. Several of the larger islands — Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi — are known throughout the world for fine quality coffee. The coffee plant was introduced to Indonesia by Dutch colonists in the 17th century, and the country soon led the world's production. Today, small coffee farms of 1-2 acres predominate and most of it’s dry processed. Indonesian coffees are noted for a pronounced rich, full body and mild acidity.
Indonesia is also known for its fine aged coffees, which were held over a period of time by farmers who wanted to sell them at higher prices. Warehousing gently ages the coffee in Indonesia's warm, damp climate and results in a coffee prized for even deeper body and less acidity. This process cannot be matched — even with today’s technology.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with a full-bodied character.
☕️ 2. Read a book with a large item on the cover. {Your discretion.}
☕️ 3. Read a book where an action is performed using technology of some sort.
☕️ 4. Read a book with four syllables in the title, which is the number howmanysyllables.com says In-do-ne-sia has. {Word count does not matter.}
Prompt #17A: Asia - IndonesiaBook: Double Deception by Patricia Oliver
Date: 30/7 3.5★
Pages: 224
Task: 2
Fit: boat
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Coffee originally came to Vietnam in the mid-nineteenth century when French missionaries brought Arabica trees from the island of Bourbon and planted them around Tonkin. More recently, coffee has been re-introduced and the coffee industry is growing so rapidly that Vietnam is quickly becoming one of the world's largest producers. Today, small plantations, located in the southern half of the country, produce mostly Robusta coffee. With light acidity and mild body with good balance, Vietnamese coffee is frequently used for blending.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book set in a location known for being home to a major war.
☕️ 2. Read a book where the title starts with a letter found in BOURBON.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the MC's first initial does NOT start with a letter found in TONKIN.
☕️ 4. Read a book where the Southern half of the cover is darker than the Northern half. {Approximately.}
Prompt #17B: Asia - VietnamBook: Lady of Spirit by Edith Layton
Date: 1/8 3.5★
Pages: 270
Task: 3
Fit: MC Victoria
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In a review of 21 prospective studies totaling over 10 million participants, drinking one cup of coffee (whether decaf or with caffeine) per day was associated with a 3% reduced risk of death, and drinking 3 cups of coffee was associated with a 13% reduced risk of death.
A study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) looked at over 500,000 people, and found that drinking coffee, whether decaf or with caffeine, was associated with reduced risk for death from various causes.
A study of over 500,000 people, spanning a decade, found that drinking coffee, whether caffeinated or decafeinated, was inversely associated with mortality, including among those drinking 8 or more cups per day
In a large study looking at over 400,000 people, coffee consumption was associated with lower likelyhood of death from disease.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with a 3 OR a 13 intact in the publication date.
☕️ 2. Read a book with an 8 in the page count.
☕️ 3. Read a book with between 400,000 and 500,000 ratings.
☕️ 4. Read a book with at least 21 letters in the title.
Prompt #18A: Coffee & Health - LongevityBook: 4:50 from Paddington by Agatha Christie
Date: 2/8 4.5★
Pages: 288
Task: 2
Fit: 8 in page count
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A meta analysis of human prospective studies showed that drinking both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee was associated with reduced risk of liver cancer.
Coffee consumption may offer protective benefits for post-menopausal breast cancer. Consumption of four cups per day was associated with a 10% reduction in postmenopausal cancer risk.
Coffee drinking is associated with a lower risk of colon cancer in women. A study showed that there was a 20% reduced risk of colon cancer in women who drank more than 3 cups of coffee day, compared to those who drank less than one or less.
Drinking coffee may prevent recurrence of liver cancer in adults.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book where a lot of coffee is drank. {Your discretion.}
☕️ 2. Read a book with a lot of black and white on the cover.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the MC is dealing with a major disease, like cancer.
☕️ 4. Read a book with all letters of L-I-V-E-R found in the title/subtitle.
Prompt #18B: Coffee & Health - CancerBook: Gunshot Road by Adrian Hyland
Date: 4/8 4★
Pages: 437
Task: 1
Fit: lots of awful, stewed, cop-shop coffee
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Studies show that coffee drinkers are at a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, which accounts for 90-95% of diabetes cases in the world. They also show that people who drink four or more cups of coffee daily have a 50% lower risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Cafestol, a compound found in coffee, could help to stave off Type 2 diabetes. The compound has been found to increase insulin secretion, reduce fasting glucose levels and improve insulin sensitivity in mice.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in CAFESTOL.
☕️ 2. Read a book with a diabetic character.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the MC's first initial is found in GLUCOSE.
☕️ 4. Read a book where the author's first AND last initials are NOT found in INSULIN.
Prompt #18C: Coffee & Health - DiabetesBook: Away with the Penguins by Hazel Prior
Date: 5/8 4★
Pages: 352
Task: 1
Fit: title starts with a letter in CAFESTOL
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The results of a survey looking at over 83,000 women over many years showed that coffee consumption may modestly reduce the risk of stroke among women.
A study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer looked at over 500,000 people, and found that coffee drinking was associated with reduced risk for death from various causes, including stroke.
A large-scale study in Japan found that higher green tea and coffee consumption was inversely associated with risk of CVD and stroke in the general population.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with all the letters of S-T-R-O-K-E found in the title.
☕️ 2. Read a book with a female author.
☕️ 3. Read a book with over 83,000 ratings.
☕️ 4. Read a book set in Japan.
Prompt #18D: Coffee & Health - StrokeBook: Memory in Death by J.D. Robb
Date: 6/8 4★
Pages: 320
Task: 2
Fit: female author
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Coffee is one of the most researched components of the diet and research suggests that a moderate intake of coffee may reduce incidences of cardiovascular diseases (CVD), and CVD mortality risk.
Several studies have shown a potential 'protective effect' of coffee consumption on a number of cardiovascular diseases, including coronary heart disease, atrial fibrillation, cholesterol, hypertension, and stroke.
In 2021, the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) included coffee for the first time in its updated guidelines on CVD prevention in clinical practice, stating that ‘moderate coffee consumption (3-4 cups per day) is probably not harmful, perhaps even moderately beneficial.'
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with a heart on the cover.
☕️ 2. Read a book you rated 3 - 4 stars.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the MC goes to a clinic or a hospital for care or just to visit.
☕️ 4. Read a book with some type of "Society" in the storyline, like the European Society of Cardiology.
Prompt #18E: Coffee & Health - Cardiovascular HealthBook: The Renegades of Pern by Anne McCaffrey
Date: 11/8 3★
Pages: 384
Task: 2
Fit: rated 3★
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Coffee consumption is associated with reduced risk of chronic kidney disease.
Coffee is staple for more than 5 out of 10 Americans who drink it daily. When people find out they have kidney disease and must make dietary changes, one of the first questions they ask is, “Do I need to give up my coffee?”
The bottom-line answer is “No.” Coffee is not bad for coffee-lovers with kidney disease, but here are a few things to think about:
The Amount of Coffee You Drink
First thing to consider is the nutritional content of coffee. An 8 oz. cup of black coffee has 116 mg of potassium. This is considered a low potassium food. However, many people drink more than one cup of coffee each day. Three to four cups of coffee a day is considered high in potassium and could raise your potassium levels. Adding creamers or milk can further raise your coffee’s potassium content. Drinking less than three cups of coffee/day is generally considered safe. Phosphorus, sodium, calories, carbohydrates and protein are minimal in black coffee and not of nutritional consideration.
Your Blood Pressure
Caffeine causes a short but sudden increase in blood pressure. Research has not shown that drinking 3-4 cups of coffee a day increases the risk of kidney disease or increases rate of decline of kidney function. However, moderating how much coffee you drink is a good idea. Those struggling with blood pressure control should especially drink less than three cups per day.
Additives
What is added to coffee can often be more of a problem than the coffee itself. For example, an 8 oz. cup of cafe latte, made without flavored syrup, rolls in at 183 mg of phosphorus and a whopping 328 mg of potassium. Creamers can also be a problem. Manufacturers add chemical phosphates to coffee creamers. These chemical phosphates are easily absorbed by the body and should be limited for anyone with kidney disease.
Your Fluid Intake
Coffee counts as fluid. If you are on a restricted fluid diet, you should include drinking coffee in your daily allowance.
In summary, coffee is an acceptable beverage for kidney disease. If consumed in moderation it poses little risk for those with kidney disease. Additives to coffee such as milk and many creamers increase the potassium and phosphorus content of coffee. Individuals with questions about their coffee intake should talk to a registered dietitian or physician about how much is appropriate for them.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in POTASSIUM.
☕️ 2. Read a book with between 183 and 328 pages.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the MC's first initial is NOT found in KIDNEY.
☕️ 4. Read a book with a scientific or medical theme, like the ones from the Medicine and Literature List.
Prompt #18F: Coffee & Health - Kidney DiseaseBook: Paradise by Patricia Wolf
Date: 12/8 4★
Pages: 357
Task: 1
Fit: starts with a letter in POTASSIUM
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The U.S. National Organic Program finalized and issued the Strengthening Organic Enforcement (“SOE”) rule. The new rule strengthens oversight and enforcement of the production, handling, and sale of organic agricultural products. Compliance is required by March 19, 2024.
While certain operators may be exempt from organic certification, the National Organic Program (NOP) encourages all operators involved in organic to be certified as they will still need to follow the rules for producing and handling organic products, and many downstream customers may require operators to be certified anyway.
If a business is considering getting USDA organic certification, an important first step to take is learning more about the standards, such as those provided by USDA’s Becoming a Certified Operation. Then, the business can contact a third-party organic certifying agency. Third-party USDA-accredited certifying agencies work to certify and re-certify businesses. A list of available organic certifiers is available in the Organic INTEGRITY database. The organic certifier can help a business through the certification process, such as by providing guidance on audit requirements, guidance on making label claims and certification marks, and meeting standards required for the certification.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book published in 2024.
☕️ 2. Read a book where the title does NOT start with a letter in ORGANIC.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the author's first OR last initial is found in INTEGRITY.
☕️ 4. Read a book from the Being "Green" List. Minimum book requirements do not apply here.
Prompt #19: Organic CoffeeBook: Murder in G Major by Alexia Gordon
Date: 18/8 4★
Pages: 280
Task: 2
Fit: title does NOT start with a letter in ORGANIC
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Move over pumpkin spice––make room for this maple bacon latte! Sweet with a hint of saltiness, this easy DIY pick-me-up screams sweater weather. Just when you thought you weren’t a morning person, this latte might change your mind.
Ingredients for 1 serving
MAPLE BACON SYRUP
6 strips bacon
1 cup pure maple syrup
MAPLE BACON LATTE
1 cup whole milk
2 oz espresso
ground cinnamon, for garnish
PREPARATION
Make the maple bacon syrup: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
Arrange the bacon in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15–17 minutes, until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a cutting board, blot with a paper towel to absorb any excess grease, and roughly chop.
Transfer the bacon to a small saucepan, along with the maple syrup. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until thickened slightly. Remove the pot from the heat and let the syrup sit for 15–20 minutes. (The longer it sits, the more bacon flavor the syrup will have.) Strain the syrup into an airtight container, reserving the candied bacon bits. The syrup will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Make the maple bacon latte: Working in batches if needed, add the milk to a milk frother and set to the steam setting. Steam until hot. (Alternatively, warm the milk on the stove in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until beginning to steam. Using a handheld immersion blender, blend on low speed until frothy.)
In a coffee mug, stir together the espresso and 2 tablespoons of maple bacon syrup. Pour in steamed milk until the mug is ¾ full, then top with foam. Garnish with some of the candied bacon bits and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon. Serve immediately.
Enjoy!
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book tagged FOOD.
☕️ 2. Read a book that includes a recipe.
☕️ 3. Read a book set in Canada or by a Canadian author.
☕️ 4. Read a book where the word BACON is found in the text.
Prompt #20A: Recipes - Maple Bacon LatteBook: Wicked Pleasure by Nina Bangs
Date: 20/8 1★
Pages: 315
Task: 4
Fit: "that last piece of bacon?" p.128
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This coffee drink recipe, which went viral at the onset of the pandemic in 2020, achieves its iconic whipped cream by whisking together hot water, instant coffee powder, and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. It helped all of us get through a dark period of life, and it continues to get me excited about my mornings.
Ingredients for 1 serving
2 tablespoons hot water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons instant coffee powder
milk, to serve
ice, to serve
PREPARATION
Add the hot water, sugar, and instant coffee to a bowl.
Either hand whisk or use an electric mixer until the mixture is fluffy and light.
To serve, spoon a dollop over a cup of milk with ice in it and stir.
Enjoy!
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book set during a real or fictional pandemic.
☕️ 2. Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in DALGONA.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the MC finds themself in "hot water."
☕️ 4. Read a book that you would call "fluffy," or that doesn't have a lot of substance.
Prompt #20B: Recipes - Whipped Coffee, or DalgonaBook: Grumpy Old Men: The Secret Diary by Stuart Prebble
Date: 21/8 3★
Pages: 253
Task: 2
Fit: title that starts with a letter in DALGONA
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Finally, you can learn exactly how to make the martini recipe that's sweeping the nation. And you won't even have to catch an Uber to the bar to taste it.
Ingredients for 1 serving
ice, for shaking
2 oz vodka
1 oz fresh espresso
½ oz coffee liqueur
¼ cup simple syrup
3 espresso beans, for garnish
PREPARATION
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, and simple syrup. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
Strain the cocktail into a 6-ounce martini glass and garnish with the espresso beans.
Enjoy!
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book where a character has a cocktail.
☕️ 2. Read a book where the MC takes an Uber, or the like.
☕️ 3. Read a book with the word ICE found in the text.
☕️ 4. Read a book from the Books with Drinks on the Cover List.
Prompt #20C: Recipes - Classic Espresso MartiniBook: Staying at Daisy's by Jill Mansell
Date: 23/8 3.5★
Pages: 500
Task: 3
Fit: "lobbed a couple of ice cubes into a tumbler" p.4
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Meaning "drowned" in Italian, an affogato is essentially a scoop of ice cream swimming in hot espresso. It's an indulgent way to satisfy your caffeine craving and sweet tooth at the same time.
This recipe makes 1 affogato dessert. It's written out that way intentionally so you can scale up it easily. The ratio is 1 shot (1 oz) of espresso per 1 scoop of ice cream.
Ingredients for 1 serving
1 scoop vanilla ice cream, (or vanilla gelato)
1 oz espresso, (1 shots), or strong brewed coffee
PREPARATION
Use an ice cream scooper to add 1 scoop of ice cream to a serving bowl or glass.
Add chocolate shavings or other toppings, if desired.
Pour over 1 shot of hot espresso or strong brewed coffee and serve right away.
Enjoy!
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book set in Italy or by an Italian author.
☕️ 2. Read a book where someone drowns.
☕️ 3. Read a book where the MC eats ice cream.
☕️ 4. Read a book where the title starts with a letter in AFFOGATO.
Prompt #20D: Recipes - AffogatoBook: The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson
Date: 27/8 4.5★
Pages: 432
Task: 4
Fit: title starts with a letter in AFFOGATO
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A flat white is a smaller version of a latte that contains virtually no foam. It's perfect for those days when you want a milky caffeinated drink to sip on, but need the boost of caffeine pronto!
Ingredients for 1 serving
1 shot espresso or strongly brewed coffee
2 teaspoons honey
½ cup almond milk
cinnamon for garnish
PREPARATION
Add the espresso and honey to your desired mug and stir to combine.
Froth the almond milk.
Pour frothed almond milk over the espresso, garnish with a pinch of cinnamon, and serve immediately.
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book with a mostly white cover. {Your discretion.}
☕️ 2. Read a book where the word HONEY is found in the text.
☕️ 3. Read a book with all the letters of F-R-O-T-H are found in the title.
☕️ 4. Read a book where the MC's first name does NOT start with a letter found in ALMOND.
Prompt #20E: Recipes - Honey Almond Milk Flat WhiteBook: The Black Moth by Georgette Heyer
Date: 29/8 4★
Pages: 368
Task: 4
Fit: MC Jack
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I'm so happy I live in a world where we can combine a few of the greatest libations in life — Irish whiskey, coffee, and chocolate — into a single drink. Cheers!
Ingredients for 2 servings
2 cups strong black coffee, cooled
1 ½ cups sweetened cream
3 oz irish whiskey
1 bar chocolate, melted
PREPARATION
Pour coffee into ice molds and freeze.
Pour sweetened cream into ice molds and freeze.
Whip the remaining sweetened cream and set aside.
Take 4 cubes of frozen coffee and place in a blender, add 1.5 oz whiskey and blend until foamy.
Add 2 cubes of frozen sweetened cream and 1 tablespoon of chocolate, blend.
Top with whip cream and drizzle with more chocolate.
Enjoy!
Complete ONE of the following:
☕️ 1. Read a book set in Ireland or by an Irish author.
☕️ 2. Read a book with something frozen on the cover.
☕️ 3. Read a book where a character eats chocolate.
☕️ 4. Read a book with double letters in the title, like CHEERS and DRIZZLE.
Prompt #20F: Recipes - Frozen Irish CoffeeBook: Lost Hills by Lee Goldberg
Date: 31/8 3★
Pages: 240
Task: 4
Fit: lost hiLLs
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☕️CONGRATULATIONS!! You made it! Pat yourself on the back and go enjoy a fresh cup of your favorite coffee. ☕️
I hope you enjoyed the challenge and I'll see you again soon! 😊
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Book: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
Date: 26/7 3★
Pages: 458
Task: 3
Fit: set in USA