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Completed August. Previously submitted June and July so my 3 entires are complete, but I will try to finish the remainder of the categories (12 more prompts, probably won't finish but I'll try)August
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
Pompeii was a Roman city that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius on August 24, 79 CE. Because of the particular method of its destruction it is extremely well preserved and offers a unique look at life in the ancient Roman Empire.
√b. A book with red on the cover: Identity by Milan Kundera
2. Vacation Time
Fun fact: 60% of the Earth's lakes are located in Canada. Something to think about next time you're by a lake.
√c. A book set somewhere you would like to visit: London by Edward Rutherfurd
3. Let's Play a Game
Fun fact: In Chile the Clue character Mr. Green is named Chef Lettuce.
√c. A book in a series: The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie
4. Back to School Sales
Fun fact: in 2023 the average American household spent $890 on back to school shopping, according to an online survey. Ok, that one's not actually that fun.
√ a. A book borrowed from the library: The Chaos Machine by Max Fisher
√b. A nonfiction book: Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell
√c. A book with a character in an educational setting: Babel by R. F. Kuang
August1. The Destruction of Pompeii
b. A book with red on the cover - The Birthday Girl I hope that's enough red
2. Vacation Time
a. A book you've been meaning to read - The Only One Left
b. A book by a favorite author - Riley Sager
3. Let's Play a Game
c. A book in a series - Brisingr
4. Back to School Sales
a. A book borrowed from the library - In a Free State
Mod
A reminder: all books must be completed by the end of Aug 31st to count. This thread will remain open through Sept 4 for submitting entries and corrections. I'll close the thread and draw a winner on Sept 5.
July1. a. A book whose author's initials appear in CURVEBALL
Steamed Open by Barbara Ross 6/4/2024
2.c. A book published in the 1960s (1969)
The Fire Engine That Disappeared by Maj Sjöwall 8/2/2024
3. a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
Winterkill by C.J. Box 6/28/20244.c. An author's first book
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling 6/23/2024
Tracy S: JULY ENTRY
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
c. A book with a black main character
My Sister, the Serial Killer: I believe all the characters were black — but the MCs definitely were (finished June 25)
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
b. A book with the moon on the cover
How High We Go in the Dark:
(finished July 7)3. Let's Go on a Hike
c. A book with an element of survival
The Librarian's Vampire Assistant: survival from being a target of a drug cartel, and vampire avoiding sun in Phoenix, AZ (finished August 3)
4. Dog Days of Summer
b. A book with a hot setting
The Caliph's House: set in Morocco (finished July 23)
Thank you!
Hello!My entry for the month of July:
JULY
☑1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
b. A book featuring a sport
c. A book with a black main character
☑2. The Apollo Moon Landing
a. A book set in space
b. A book with the moon on the cover
Published in 1968.
☑3. Let's Go on a Hike
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
b. A book set in a rural area
Horror novel where the last 1/4 of the book deals with a group of people trying to survive.
☑4. Dog Days of Summer
a. A book with a dog on the cover
b. A book with a hot setting
Read:
All complete!JUNE
1c - The Library Book by Susan Orlean
2a - Drawing Conclusions by Donna Leon
3b - The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart by Holly Ringland
4a - Hot Milk by Deborah Levy
JULY
1a - Evan Help Us by Rhys Bowen
2b - Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel
3b - Outback Blaze by Rachael Johns
4c - Berries on the Heather by Kari Williamson
AUGUST
1b - All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien
2c - Remarkable Creatures by Tracy Chevalier
3c - Cold Earth by Ann Cleeves
4b - House of Kwa by Mimi Kwa
Summer Challenge completed (at least 1 prompt for each of the 4 themes each month)!I'm continuing to fill in some additional prompts between now and August as I keep reading.
June
1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
b. An author who has a pen name
Never Lie by Freida McFadden
4⭐
2. National Prune Day
b. A book with more than 400 pages
The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton, 432 pages
5⭐
3. Let's Catch a Movie
a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
3.5 ⭐
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover
First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston
5⭐
b. A translated book
The Refuge by Jérôme Loubry translated from French
4⭐
July
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
c. a book with a black main character
Blacktop Wasteland by S.A. Corey
5⭐
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
a. a book set in space
The End of All Things by John Scalzi
2.5⭐
3. Let's Go on a Hike
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
The Deal of a Lifetime and Other Stories by Fredrik Backman
4⭐
c. A book with an element of survival
Ceci n'est pas un fait divers by Philippe Besson (survivors of domestic abuse)
5⭐
4. Dog Days of Summer
An author's first book
The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley
2⭐
August
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
b. a book with red on the cover
Dark Matter by Blake Crouch
4⭐
2. Vacation Time
b. A book by a favourite author
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie
4⭐
3. Let's Play a Game
b. A book by an author whose initials appear in SCRABBLE
Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosby
4⭐
4. Back to School Sales
c. A book with a character in an educational setting
One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus
4⭐
Good morning! I haven't done a summer challenge before, and I was extremely glad to finish this one with time to spare. For the below prompts, the applicable requirements are bolded.June
1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
FINISHEDJune 10th, the anniversary of the patent filing. Fun fact: the world's most popular ball point is the Bic Crystal, which sells on average 57 pens per second.
a. A book with a writing utensil on the cover
b. A book written under a pen name
c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian
2. National Prune Day
FINISHEDJune 15th. Fun fact: prunes, the dried version of plums, were originally from China.
a. A book written by someone over the age of 60
b. A book with more than 400 pages
c. A book with purple on the cover
3. Let's Catch a Movie
FINISHEDThe term 'blockbuster' was originally used to describe especially destructive bombs, and then came to mean shocking news stories. It's current use as a movie with huge box office returns is often attributed to producer Max Youngstein
a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM
b. A book that has been adapted into a movie or series
c. A book published in the last two years
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
FINISHEDBorn on June 7th 1848 Gauguin was a French artist most known for his contributions to the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements. He lived in France, Peru, Martinique, Tahiti, and the Marquesas Islands.
a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover
b. A translated book
c. A book with a seven in the page count
July
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
FINISHEDBaseball pitcher Leroy R. (Satchel) Paige (1906-1982) was the first African American pitcher in the American League. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971.
a. A book whose author's initials appear in CURVEBALL
b. A book featuring a sport
c. A book with a black main character
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
FINISHEDApollo 11, the first manned landing on Earth's moon, touched down on the surface on July 20, 1969.
a. A book set in space
b. A book with the moon on the cover
c. A book published in the 1960s
3. Let's Go on a Hike
FINISHEDFun fact: Yellowstone National Park averages 1 bear attack per year, and there have only been 8 bear-caused fatalities in park history. For perspective that is 1 bear attack per 26.2 million park visits.
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
b. A book set in a rural area
c. A book with an element of survival
4. Dog Days of Summer
FINISHEDFun fact: this phrase refers to the time when Sirius the dog star is visible in the sky.
a. A book with a dog on the cover
b. A book with a hot setting
c. An author's first book
August
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
FINISHEDPompeii was a Roman city that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius on August 24, 79 CE. Because of the particular method of its destruction it is extremely well preserved and offers a unique look at life in the ancient Roman Empire.
a. A book featuring an ancient civilization
b. A book with red on the cover
c. A book set in a city
2. Vacation Time
FINISHEDFun fact: 60% of the Earth's lakes are located in Canada. Something to think about next time you're by a lake.
a. A book you've been meaning to read
b. A book by a favorite author
c. A book set somewhere you would like to visit
3. Let's Play a Game
FINISHEDFun fact: In Chile the Clue character Mr. Green is named Chef Lettuce.
a. A book with multiple points of view
b. A book by an author whose initials appear in SCRABBLE
c. A book in a series
4. Back to School Sales
FINISHEDFun fact: in 2023 the average American household spent $890 on back to school shopping, according to an online survey. Ok, that one's not actually that fun.
a. A book borrowed from the library
b. A nonfiction book
c. A book with a character in an educational setting
June1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
June 10th, the anniversary of the patent filing. Fun fact: the world's most popular ball point is the Bic Crystal, which sells on average 57 pens per second.
b. A book written under a pen name https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4...
2. National Prune Day
June 15th. Fun fact: prunes, the dried version of plums, were originally from China.
b. A book with more than 400 pages
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
3. Let's Catch a Movie
The term 'blockbuster' was originally used to describe especially destructive bombs, and then came to mean shocking news stories. It's current use as a movie with huge box office returns is often attributed to producer Max Youngstein
a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
Born on June 7th 1848 Gauguin was a French artist most known for his contributions to the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements. He lived in France, Peru, Martinique, Tahiti, and the Marquesas Islands.
b. A translated book
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
July
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
Baseball pitcher Leroy R. (Satchel) Paige (1906-1982) was the first African American pitcher in the American League. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971.
b. A book featuring a sport
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6...
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
Apollo 11, the first manned landing on Earth's moon, touched down on the surface on July 20, 1969.
a. A book set in space
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3...
3. Let's Go on a Hike
Fun fact: Yellowstone National Park averages 1 bear attack per year, and there have only been 8 bear-caused fatalities in park history. For perspective that is 1 bear attack per 26.2 million park visits.
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
4. Dog Days of Summer
Fun fact: this phrase refers to the time when Sirius the dog star is visible in the sky.
a. A book with a dog on the cover
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
August
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
Pompeii was a Roman city that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius on August 24, 79 CE sometime in the autumn, based on recent archaeological finds. Because of the particular method of its destruction it is extremely well preserved and offers a unique look at life in the ancient Roman Empire.
b. A book with red on the cover
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
2. Vacation Time
Fun fact: 60% of the Earth's lakes are located in Canada. Something to think about next time you're by a lake.
a. A book you've been meaning to read
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
3. Let's Play a Game
Fun fact: In Chile the Clue character Mr. Green is named Chef Lettuce.
a. A book with multiple points of view
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6...
4. Back to School Sales
Fun fact: in 2023 the average American household spent $890 on back to school shopping, according to an online survey. Ok, that one's not actually that fun.
a. A book borrowed from the library
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9...
Mary T.
Thanks for sharing those fun facts, Mary. I enjoyed them.
July completed (June and August done earlier)1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
a. A book whose author's initials appear in CURVEBALL: Craft: Stories I Wrote for the Devil by Ananda Lima
b. A book featuring a sport
c. A book with a black main character
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
a. A book set in space
b. A book with the moon on the cover: Temple Folk by Aaliyah Bilal
c. A book published in the 1960s
3. Let's Go on a Hike
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people: The Gift of Rain by Tan Twan Eng
b. A book set in a rural area
c. A book with an element of survival
4. Dog Days of Summer
a. A book with a dog on the cover
b. A book with a hot setting
c. An author's first book: Pageboy by Elliot Page
Finished July (and my final month)July
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
b. A book featuring a sport
Ladies' Day by Lisa Williams Kline
Focus on golf - finished 29/6/2024
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
b. A book with the moon on the cover
Marks on the Moon by T.D. Colbert
- finished 19/7/2024
3. Let's Go on a Hike
b. A book set in a rural area
Gold Digger by Tyler Mahoney
Set in Australian outback - finished 7/8/2024
4. Dog Days of Summer
c. An author's first book
The Big Smoke by Cally Jackson
finished 27/6/2024
Finally FinishedJUNE
1c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian
Listen for the Lie - Main character is a published author.
2b. A book with more than 400 pages
A Step Past Darkness
3c. A book published in the last two years
No One Can Know
4a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover
JULY
1a. A book whose author's initials appear in CURVEBALL
Arch-Conspirator by Veronica Roth
2b. A book with the moon on the cover
3a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
4c. An author's first book
Annie Bot
AUGUST
1b. A book with red on the cover
2a. A book you've been meaning to read
She's Not Sorry
3a. A book with multiple points of view
The Cartographers
4b. A nonfiction book
In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl's Journey to Freedom
JUNE:1c A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian (Jack is a writer)- The Shining
2c A book with purple on the cover -
3b A book that has been adapted into a movie or series - The Talented Mr. Ripley
4a A book with at least 4 colors on the cover -
JULY:
1a A book with a black main character - The Violin Conspiracy
2b A book with the moon on the cover (the words "the" and "moon" are on the cover) - The Honeymoon
3c A book with an element of survival - Iron Flame
4a A book with a dog on the cover -
AUGUST:
1b A book with red on the cover (red hair) -
2b A book by a favorite author (Gillian Flynn) - Sharp Objects
3a A book with multiple viewpoints (Violet Jessop and Daphne Chaundanson) - Unsinkable
4a A book borrowed from the library - Black Cake
Mod
June
1. Natio..."
Ashlea help me out here, what's the survival element of Joy Luck Club?
Mod
Jackie wrote: "Ashlea help me out here, what's the survival element of Joy Luck Club?"One example I can think of: in the grandmother's generation. One of the women is ostracized from her family due to an incident that she had not control over. She then has to choose to accept a role that I think everyone would agree is uncomfortable (not trying to spoil anything or say anything triggering) in order to ensure that she and her daughter can survive.
Jackie wrote: "Ashlea wrote: "Good morning! I haven't done a summer challenge before, and I was extremely glad to finish this one with time to spare. For the below prompts, the applicable requirements are bolded...."It's been a long time since I read the book but I believe all the older generation survived bad situations in China. I guess its a matter of interpretation of the word "survival"
JUNE1b. A book written under a pen name
What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher
2 c. A book with purple on the cover
3a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM
I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai
4a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover
August Complete1. The Destruction of Pompeii
c. A book set in a city - July 6, 2024 (Detroit)
2. Vacation Time
c. A book set somewhere you would like to visit - June 15, 2024 (Seoul, South Korea)
3. Let's Play a Game
c. A book in a series - July 7, 2024
4. Back to School Sales
a. A book borrowed from the library - June 28, 2024
Rose W. July Completion 1a - Minority Rule: The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People―and the Fight to Resist It by Ari Berman - AB
2a - Orbital by Samantha Harvey
2c - Revolutionary Road by Richard Yates - 1961
3c - The Women by Kristin Hannah - nurses in the Vietnam war and later angry protesters and the shame of this war
4c - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Thank you. This was fun.
June1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
b. A book written under a pen name
Julia Quinn is a pen name for Julie Pottinger
On the Way to the Wedding
2. National Prune Day
b. A book with more than 400 pages
The Foxglove King
3. Let's Catch a Movie
a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM
The Way of Kings
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
c. A book with a seven in the page count
It's in His Kiss
July
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
c. A book with a black main character
Sing Me to Sleep
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
b. A book with the moon on the cover
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches
3. Let's Go on a Hike
c. A book with an element of survival
The book is about both a town surviving a curse on the land and the resulting famine, sickness, and creatures killing citizens. The main character is also trying to survive with people trying to kill them.
Silver in the Bone
4. Dog Days of Summer
b. A book with a hot setting
Set in the Bahamas
People to Follow
August
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
c. A book set in a city
Set in Shanghai
Foul Lady Fortune
2. Vacation Time.
a. A book you've been meaning to read
I preordered this book after loving Fourth Wing but I got discouraged after reading other people's reviews and put off picking it up.
Iron Flame
3. Let's Play a Game
a. A book with multiple points of view
Sword Catcher
4. Back to School Sales
a. A book borrowed from the library
My Lady Jane
August1. The Destruction of Pompeii
b) A book with red on the cover: Shaping a Faithful Life: Discernment and Discipleship for Young Adults
2. Vacation Time
b) A book by a favorite author: Magic Lessons
3. Let's Play a Game
a) A book with multiple points of view The Inquisitor's Tale: Or, The Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog
4. Back to School Sales
b) A nonfiction book Seeking God: The Way of St. Benedict
Mod
July1a. A book whose author's initials appear in CURVEBALL The Regatta Mystery and Other Stories by Agatha Christie
2c. A book published in the 1960s The Owl Service by Alan Garner [1967]
3c. A book with an element of survival White Fang by Jack London
4c. An author's first book The Benefits of Being an Octopus by Ann Braden
August1b. A book with a red cover
Micro by Michael Crichton2c. A book set somewhere you would like to visit The Great Silence by Doug Johnstone [Edinburgh]
3c. A book in a series Murder on the French Riviera by Helena Dixon [Miss Underhay 16]
4b. A nonfiction book A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson
AUGUST1. The Destruction of Pompeii
b. A book with red on the cover
One To Watch by Kate Stayman-London
2. Vacation Time
b. A book by a favorite author
Good As Gold by Sarina Bowen
3. Let's Play a Game
b. A book by an author whose initials appear in SCRABBLE
Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score
4. Back to School Sales
a. A book borrowed from the library
The Next Best Thing by Jennifer Weiner
Thank you!
caterspotaters’ ATY Summer Reading Challenge (3/3)
🥳all monthly challenges completed 12 August
✅August (4/4)
🥳completed 12 August
✔️1. The Destruction of Pompeii [a. A book featuring an ancient civilization/b. A book with red on the cover]: The Red Tent
✔️2. Vacation Time [a. A book you've been meaning to read/b. A book by a favorite author]: The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood
✔️3. Let's Play a Game [a. A book with multiple points of view/c. A book in a series]: Children of Blood and Bone
✔️4. Back to School Sales [a. A book borrowed from the library/c. A book with a character in an educational setting]: Old School
Faith S.'s July
✔ 1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
🌿 ● c. A book with a black main character - A Soul to Heal by Opal Reyne - 556p, 6/30/24, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🖤
✔ 2. The Apollo Moon Landing
🌿 ● b. A book with the moon on the cover - The Moonfire Bride by Sylvia Mercedes - 291p, 8/12/24, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
✔ 3. Let's Go on a Hike
🌿 ● b. A book set in a rural area
🌿 ● c. A book with an element of survival - A Soul to Keep by Opal Reyne - 544p, 6/12/24, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🖤
✔ 4. Dog Days of Summer
🌿 ● b. A book with a hot setting - Lights Out by Navessa Allen - 455p, 6/24/24, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 😻 (view spoiler)
I'm finished!This is my thread. I didn't add July entry in time here, but here is the message where I posted that I finished July in July in my thread: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/... July 27 and the actual list is in the top message in my thread with all three months
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
If I messed up and am not eligible for the draw because I missed the list on time, so be it.
I just saw your request for the list now after I'd posted this here https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
This is the entire list
🎺June
1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
🎺c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian - or Messy loves book people The Messy Lives of Book People
🎺2. National Prune Day
a. A book written by someone over the age of 60 An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed
🎺3. Let's Catch a Movie
🎺b. A book that has been adapted into a movie or series Round Ireland with a Fridge by Tony Hawks I hadn't realized this was made into a movie)
🎺4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover
The Pursuit of LoveJuly
🥁1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
c. A book with a black main character Brown Girl in the Ring by Nalo Hopkinson
🥁2. The Apollo Moon Landing
Apollo 11, the first manned landing on Earth's moon, touched down on the surface on July 20, 1969.
c. A book published in the 1960s To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
🥁3. Let's Go on a Hike
b. A book set in a rural area Under a Painted Sky by Stacey Lee
🥁4. Dog Days of Summer
c. An author's first book Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon
August
🎷1. The Destruction of Pompeii
Pompeii was a Roman city that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius on August 24, 79 CE.
c. A book set in a city I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue is set entirely in Calgary, Alberta
🎷2. Vacation Time
Fun fact: 60% of the Earth's lakes are located in Canada. Something to think about next time you're by a lake.
a. A book you've been meaning to read An American Marriage by Tayari Jones
🎷3. Let's Play a Game
b. A book by an author whose initials appear in SCRABBLE
When in Rome by Sarah Adams
🎷4. Back to School Sales
a. A book borrowed from the library Gilead by Marilynne Robinson
Mod
Here's my August!August
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
Pompeii was a Roman city that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius on August 24, 79 CE. Because of the particular method of its destruction it is extremely well preserved and offers a unique look at life in the ancient Roman Empire.
√ b. A book with red on the cover - 888 Love and the Divine Burden of Numbers
√ c. A book set in a city - 888 Love and the Divine Burden of Numbers (New York City)
2. Vacation Time
Fun fact: 60% of the Earth's lakes are located in Canada.
√ a. A book you've been meaning to read - Vroom with a View (on my TBR since 2014)
√ c. A book set somewhere you would like to visit - Vroom with a View (Italy)
3. Let's Play a Game
Fun fact: In Chile the Clue character Mr. Green is named Chef Lettuce.
√ a. A book with multiple points of view - The Children's Book
√ b. A book by an author whose initials appear in SCRABBLE - The Children's Book
4. Back to School Sales
Fun fact: in 2023 the average American household spent $890 on back to school shopping, according to an online survey. Ok, that one's not actually that fun.
√ a. A book borrowed from the library -M Train
√ b. A nonfiction book - M Train
Mod
1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian
Seven-Year Witch , Angela. M. Sanders – 08/07/24
The MC is a librarian and one of the people she works with at the library is a romance writer
2. National Prune Day
b. A book with more than 400 pages
Translation State, Ann Leckie – 24/06/24
Page length: 422pg
3. Let's Catch a Movie
c. A book published in the last two years
The Mimicking of Known Successes, Malka (Ann) Older – 06/06/24
Last two years: it was first published on 7 March 2023
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover
A Summer Thing, Kathi Daley – 01/08/24
According to TinEye, the cover includes Brown, Grey, Blue, Pink, Green, Yellow and Violet
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June finished!June
1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
June 10th, the anniversary of the patent filing. Fun fact: the world's most popular ball point is the Bic Crystal, which sells on average 57 pens per second.
c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian - You Should Be So Lucky by Cat Sebastian
2. National Prune Day
June 15th. Fun fact: prunes, the dried version of plums, were originally from China.
a. A book written by someone over the age of 60 - A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds by Scott Weidensaul
3. Let's Catch a Movie
The term 'blockbuster' was originally used to describe especially destructive bombs, and then came to mean shocking news stories. It's current use as a movie with huge box office returns is often attributed to producer Max Youngstein
c. A book published in the last two years - Damaged: The Protectors by Sloane Kennedy
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
Born on June 7th 1848 Gauguin was a French artist most known for his contributions to the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements. He lived in France, Peru, Martinique, Tahiti, and the Marquesas Islands.
b. A translated book - Drive Your Plow over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk
4/4
Mod
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
c. A book with a black main character
Abeni’s Song, P. Djèlí Clark
The MC is a young African girl, trying to save her village – her picture is on the cover
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
a. A book set in space
Shards of Earth, Adrian Tchaikovsky – 19/06/24
Good old-fashioned space opera
3. Let's Go on a Hike
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
c. A book with an element of survival
Finding Destiny, Kathi Daley – 16/06/24
Okayed by Emily here: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
4. Dog Days of Summer
Fun fact: this phrase refers to the time when Sirius the dog star is visible in the sky.
a. A book with a dog on the cover
b. A book with a hot setting
Rose/House, Arkady Martine – 08/06/24
Set in a house in the Mojave Desert
Or if that doesn’t work for some reason, then
Kiss 'N Tell, Kathi Daley – 22/07/24
Dog on the cover
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Here's my entry for the 3 months: June
√ 1 b. A book written under a pen name - Nora Roberts writing as J D Robb - Abandoned in Death by J D Robb - read June 2024 - 3/5 stars
√ 2. a. A book written by someone over the age of 60 Billy Summers by Stephen King - read June 2024 - 5/5 stars
√ b. A book with more than 400 pages Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson - read June 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ 3.a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM - EM - The Starless Sea by Erin Morganstern - read June 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ c. A book published in the last two years Maybe This Time by Cara Bastone - read June 2024 - 3/5 stars
√ 4. a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover Murdle: Volume 3, 100 Elementary to Impossible Mysteries to Solve Using Logic, Skill, and the Power of Deduction by G T Barber - read June 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ c. A book with a seven in the page count - 375 - Because of Miss Bridgerton by Julia Quinn - read June 2024 - 4/5 stars
July
√ 1 b. A book featuring a sport (son played baseball) The Housemaid Is Watchingby Frieda McFadden - read July 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ c. A book with a black main character The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon - read July 2024 - 2/5 stars
√ 2. a. A book set in space All Systems Red by Martha Wells - read July 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ 3 b. A book set in a rural area Virgin River by Robyn Carr - read July 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ c. A book with an element of survival The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix - read July 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ 4 b. A book with a hot setting Agatha Raisin and the Terrible Tourist by M C Beaton - read July 2024 - 3/5 stars
√ c. An author's first book Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee by Casey Cep - read July 2024 - 3/5 stars
August
√ 1 b. A book with red on the cover Red Rising by Pierce Brown - read August 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ c. A book set in a city - London - 1984 by George Orwell - read August 2024 - 5/5 stars
√ 2. a. A book you've been meaning to read The Brass Verdict by Michael Connolly - read August 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ 3 c. A book in a series Winnie-the-Pooh by A A Milne - read August 2024 - 4/5 stars
√ 4 c. A book with a character in an educational setting Beartown by Fredrik Backman - read August 2024 - 4/5 stars
Mod
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
b. A book with red on the cover
c. A book set in a city
By The Book, Liz Hedgecock – 18/06/24
The cover is mostly red and the book is set primarily in London
2. Vacation Time
b. A book by a favourite author
Liberty's Daughter, Naomi Kritzer – 12/07/24
A favourite author – I’ve really liked everything I’ve read by her, including all three of her Hugo/Lodestar nominees this year.
3. Let's Play a Game
a. A book with multiple points of view
c. A book in a series
Game of Scones, Kim M. Watt – 07/06/24
The chapters switch between four POVs (Alice, Miriam, Mortimer and DI Adams), plus it is #4 in the Beaufort Scales series: https://www.goodreads.com/series/2501...
4. Back to School Sales
c. A book with a character in an educational setting
To Shape a Dragon's Breath, Moniquill Blackgoose – 11/07/24
The setting is an academy for young dragon riders to learn how to be riders and the subjects that goes with it.
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Here's completed entryThe Summer Challenge
June
1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
June 10th, the anniversary of the patent filing. Fun fact: the world's most popular ball point is the Bic Crystal, which sells on average 57 pens per second.
c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian:
The main characters mother and daughter have just opened a new bookstore in a small town.
2. National Prune Day
June 15th. Fun fact: prunes, the dried version of plums, were originally from China.
b. A book with more than 400 pages:
432 pages
3. Let's Catch a Movie
The term 'blockbuster' was originally used to describe especially destructive bombs, and then came to mean shocking news stories. It's current use as a movie with huge box office returns is often attributed to producer Max Youngstein
a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM:
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
Born on June 7th 1848 Gauguin was a French artist most known for his contributions to the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements. He lived in France, Peru, Martinique, Tahiti, and the Marquesas Islands.
b. A translated book see FAQ
This book has been translated from Swedish into English
July
1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
Baseball pitcher Leroy R. (Satchel) Paige (1906-1982) was the first African American pitcher in the American League. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971.
a. A book whose author's initials appear in CURVEBALL
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
Apollo 11, the first manned landing on Earth's moon, touched down on the surface on July 20, 1969.
b. A book with the moon on the cover
3. Let's Go on a Hike
Fun fact: Yellowstone National Park averages 1 bear attack per year, and there have only been 8 bear-caused fatalities in park history. For perspective that is 1 bear attack per 26.2 million park visits.
c. A book with an element of survival
This is a time travel book set in London during World War 2. The characters had to survive the blitz in London and find their way back to their present time.
4. Dog Days of Summer
Fun fact: this phrase refers to the time when Sirius the dog star is visible in the sky.
a. A book with a dog on the cover
August
1. The Destruction of Pompeii
Pompeii was a Roman city that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius on August 24, 79 CE sometime in the autumn, based on recent archaeological finds. Because of the particular method of its destruction it is extremely well preserved and offers a unique look at life in the ancient Roman Empire.
b. A book with red on the cover
2. Vacation Time
Fun fact: 60% of the Earth's lakes are located in Canada. Something to think about next time you're by a lake.
a. A book you've been meaning to read
3. Let's Play a Game
Fun fact: In Chile the Clue character Mr. Green is named Chef Lettuce.
c. A book in a series
This is the 4th book in DI Nikki Galena Series
4. Back to School Sales
Fun fact: in 2023 the average American household spent $890 on back to school shopping, according to an online survey. Ok, that one's not actually that fun.
a. A book borrowed from the library
I don't think that I have posted at all in this thread, but, if I did, forgive me for doing so again.June
National Ballpoint Pen Day: writing implement on cover
National Prune Day: over 400 pages (464p)
Elegy for Eddie
Let's Catch a Movie: Author initials in Blockbuster Film (RC)
Suspect by Robert Crais
Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin: 7 in page count (372p)
The Friday Night Knitting Club
I don't think that I have posted yet in this thread, but, if I did, it would have been June. So, since my brain is old, I am going to post June again as a search did not bring it up...and ask forgiveness if already done.June
1. National Ballpoint Pen Day
June 10th, the anniversary of the patent filing. Fun fact: the world's most popular ball point is the Bic Crystal, which sells on average 57 pens per second.
a. A book with a writing utensil on the cover
Read 6/16/24 - 4*b. A book written under a pen name
c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian
2. National Prune Day
June 15th. Fun fact: prunes, the dried version of plums, were originally from China.
a. A book written by someone over the age of 60
b. A book with more than 400 pages (464p)
Elegy for Eddie by Jacqueline Winspear Read 6/4/24 - 4*
c. A book with purple on the cover
3. Let's Catch a Movie
The term 'blockbuster' was originally used to describe especially destructive bombs, and then came to mean shocking news stories. It's current use as a movie with huge box office returns is often attributed to producer Max Youngstein.
a. Author's initials can be found in BLOCKBUSTER FILM (RC)
Suspect by Robert Crais Read 6/24/24 - 4*
b. A book that has been adapted into a movie or series
c. A book published in the last two years
4. Happy Birthday Paul Gauguin
Born on June 7th 1848 Gauguin was a French artist most known for his contributions to the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements. He lived in France, Peru, Martinique, Tahiti, and the Marquesas Islands.
a. A book with at least 4 colors on the cover
b. A translated book see FAQ
c. A book with a seven in the page count (372p)
The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs Read 6/18/24 - 5*
July1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
Baseball pitcher Leroy R. (Satchel) Paige (1906-1982) was the first African American pitcher in the American League. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971.
a. A book whose author's initials appear in CURVEBALL
b. A book featuring a sport
c. A book with a black main character (Zachary Reid)
Sea of Poppies by Amitav Ghosh Read 7/17/24 - 3*
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
Apollo 11, the first manned landing on Earth's moon, touched down on the surface on July 20, 1969.
a. A book set in space [GN - 288p]
Firefly: Legacy Edition Book One by Zack Whedon Read 7/7/24 - 3*
b. A book with the moon on the cover
c. A book published in the 1960s
3. Let's Go on a Hike
Fun fact: Yellowstone National Park averages 1 bear attack per year, and there have only been 8 bear-caused fatalities in park history. For perspective that is 1 bear attack per 26.2 million park visits.
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people
b. A book set in a rural area (farm in Virginia mountains)
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life by Barbara Kingsolver Read 7/12/24 - 5*
c. A book with an element of survival
4. Dog Days of Summer
Fun fact: this phrase refers to the time when Sirius the dog star is visible in the sky.
a. A book with a dog on the cover
b. A book with a hot setting (desert)
Black Powder War by Naomi Novik Read 7/22/24 - 4*
c. An author's first book
August1. The Destruction of Pompeii
Pompeii was a Roman city that was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mt Vesuvius on August 24, 79 CE sometime in the autumn, based on recent archaeological finds. Because of the particular method of its destruction it is extremely well preserved and offers a unique look at life in the ancient Roman Empire.
a. A book featuring an ancient civilization
b. A book with red on the cover
Read 8/5/24 - 4* c. A book set in a city
2. Vacation Time
Fun fact: 60% of the Earth's lakes are located in Canada. Something to think about next time you're by a lake.
a. A book you've been meaning to read (on TBR since 2020)
Walden by Henry David Thoreau Read 8/8/24 - 3*
b. A book by a favorite author
c. A book set somewhere you would like to visit
3. Let's Play a Game
Fun fact: In Chile the Clue character Mr. Green is named Chef Lettuce.
a. A book with multiple points of view
b. A book by an author whose initials appear in SCRABBLE
c. A book in a series (Mrs. Murphy #2)
Rest in Pieces by Rita Mae Brown Read 8/8/24 - 4*
4. Back to School Sales
Fun fact: in 2023 the average American household spent $890 on back to school shopping, according to an online survey. Ok, that one's not actually that fun.
a. A book borrowed from the library
A Tale of the Secret Saint (Light Novel) Vol. 1 by Touya Read 8/9/24 - 4*
b. A nonfiction book
c. A book with a character in an educational setting
Completed all 3 month as follows- June
1.
c. A book about a writer, bookseller, or librarian Forever, Interrupted- main character is a librarian ✅
2.
b. A book with more than 400 pages The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of U.S. History -has 596 pages✅
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c. A book published in the last two years Expiration Dates - published in 2024✅
4.
b. A translated book see FAQ - Vertigo- originally published in French in 1954 ✅
July
1.
b. A book featuring a sport Games of Deception: The True Story of the First U.S. Olympic Basketball Team at the 1936 Olympics in Hitler's Germany- features basketball ✅
2.
b. A book with the moon on the cover-
The Decagon House Murders- moon on cover ✅3.
b. A book set in a rural area The River We Remember- rural Minnesota ✅
4.
a. A book with a dog on the cover
Just for the Summer dog on cover✅August
1.
b. A book with red on the cover
Little Women read kindle edition that has red cover✅2.
a. A book you've been meaning to read Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly -on TBR for YEARSSSSS✅
3.
c. A book in a series The Guncle Abroad - number 2 in series✅
4.
b. A nonfiction book Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood memoir non fiction✅
Mod
Finished:1. C A Book about a writer
Erasure
2. C Purple on the cover
3. C Published in the last two years
The Last Murder at the End of the World
4. A Four colours on the cover
5 C Black main character
The Ballad of Black Tom
6 B Moon on the cover
7 B A rural area
The Trees
8 C Author's first book
Der falsche Inder
9 B Red on the cover
10 B Favorite author
Echo of Worlds
11 B A book in a series
Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands
12 C Educational setting
Trust Exercise
July Completed! - Jane J.1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
A book featuring a sport - Fangirl Down - Tessa Bailey
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
A book published in the 1960s - The Bell Jar - Sylvia Plath
3. Let's Go on a Hike
a. A book with a cover of a nature scene without people - The Paradise Problem - Christina Lauren
b. A book set in a rural area - This Summer Will Be Different - Carley Fortune (set in PEI)
c. A book with an element of survival - The God of the Woods - Liz Moore
4. Dog Days of Summer
An author's first book - How to End a Love Story - Yulin Kuang
Joyce MJULY
1B. A book featuring a sport - Carrie Soto Is Back
2C. A book published in the 1960s - Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
3B. A book set in a rural area - Where The Wild Cherries Grow (Norfolk, UK and Cebere, France)
4C. An author’s first book - Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi
Vicki O: Finished!AUGUST
1a. featuring an ancient civilization Origin: A Genetic History of the Americas, by Jennifer Raff
1b. red on cover Mind Games
, by Nora Roberts1c. set in a city (Venice) A Refiner’s Fire
by Donna Leon2a. book I've been meaning to read Ishmael
by Daniel Quinn2b. by a favorite authorFirst Frost
by Craig Johnson2c. set somewhere I'd like to visit (Italy) A Long Time Coming
by Aaron Elkins3a. multiple points of view (heroine, hero, villain, and another)
People in Glass Houses by Jayne Castle3b. author initials in SCRABBLE Stuart Woods' Smolder
by Brett Battles3c. book in a series (InCryptid)
Aftermarket Afterlife by Seanan McGuire4a. borrowed from library Pitch Dark by Paul Doiron
4b. nonfiction The Great River: The Making and Unmaking of the Mississippi by Boyce Upholt
4c. character in educational setting The Year of Miss Agnes by Kirkpatrick Hill
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1. Happy Birthday Satchel Paige
c. A book with a black main character :
The Emperor's Babe by Bernardine Evaristo
2. The Apollo Moon Landing
b. A book with the moon on the cover :
3. Let's Go on a Hike
c. A book with an element of survival :
Okavango by Caryl Férey (a thriller about rangers trying to protect endangered animals, who end up fighting for their own survival)
4. Dog Days of Summer
c. An author's first book :
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