Plotline Pathfinders Book Quest

[Richard]

Shan ~A~ wrote: "I'll have to see what kind of books people like, but I won't participate if it's absolutely something I wouldn't usually consider reading."

Same here, Shan. And I'd only do it if it was a non-fiction, like a memoir...which I know isn't everyone's cup of tea.

[Jessica]

If it's okay with you guys, shall I wait until you all make your own picks for the month, then discuss a few options with my team?

If someone really doesn't want to participate even if it's their pick, let me know and I'll avoid them :)

[Shan ~A~]

Jessica wrote: "If it's okay with you guys, shall I wait until you all make your own picks for the month, then discuss a few options with my team?

If someone really doesn't want to participate even if it's their ..."

I myself read a lot of romance with some other things sprinkled in.

I do read memoirs and some non-fiction, but it's few and far between and has to be about something or someone that I'm interested in and not just to do it for a challenge.

I'll wait to see what you guys come up with and if it's something I like I'll participate.

[Anastasia]

I'm the same except I mainly read mysteries and thrillers. Will read the occassional memoir if it interests me but my nonfiction are more self help and medical or if it relates to crime such as forensics or poisons.

[Anastasia]

I'll throw this one into the ring and see if anyone is interested
Around the World in 80 Trains: A 45,000-Mile Adventure by Monisha Rajesh. I think it would fit a few prompts

[Shan ~A~]

Ashley suggested a book in the lord of highlights thread for us, but Anastasia, I think you should post yours there as well so both our team and theirs can see it.

[Richard]

I finished my 10 for this month. Not all high-scoring books, but the main thing is that I enjoyed the books.

[Anastasia]

Richard wrote: "I finished my 10 for this month. Not all high-scoring books, but the main thing is that I enjoyed the books."
I wouldn't worry too much about the book scores as most of the points seemed to be geared towards buddy reads which don't really suit our group as we have a too diverse range of what we enjoy. More important that you enjoy the book

[Anastasia]

Finished my books for the month

[Shan ~A~]

Same, just need to write my review once I finish by race to finish my other books by the end of the month

[Anastasia]

Hi Richard and Jayme, Shan and I are teaming up for the Escape Room challenge. Just wondering if you two wanted to make up a team of 4

[Anastasia]

Finished my books for July

[Shan ~A~]

Anastasia wrote: "Finished my books for July"

Way to go! I have 4 left to find. I've been hoping some of these books that are due back at the library soon would fit.

[Richard]

Anastasia wrote: "Hi Richard and Jayme, Shan and I are teaming up for the Escape Room challenge. Just wondering if you two wanted to make up a team of 4"

Ah...I would, but I've already invited a new person to HOB & suggested that she invite 2 others. Next time though, for sure!

[Jayme(theghostreader)]

Sure, i will join you.

[Anastasia]

Jayme(theghostreader) wrote: "Sure, i will join you."

That will be great, you will need to sign up and mention that that you are joining Shan and me

[Shan ~A~]

Yay, Jayme!!!

[Ashley, The Tipsy Challenger]

Please welcome Shannon to your team!

[Shannon]

Hi everyone!

[Anastasia]

Shannon wrote: "Hi everyone!"

Hi Shannon, nice to have you here

[Shan ~A~]

Hi Shannon!

[Richard]

Welcome Shannon!

[Shannon]

What is the Q3 Book Title challenge? I can't find anything about it in the chat

[Richard]

Shannon wrote: "What is the Q3 Book Title challenge? I can't find anything about it in the chat"

Possibly this? No idea.

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[Shan ~A~]

🎉 Q3 MINI-CHALLENGE: BOOK TITLE CHALLENGE
Starting July 1, earn 10 points per book by reading titles that begin with the same letter as your first name (e.g., “Matilda” for Michael). Unlimited entries—as long as the books fit this month’s tasks!

Ready? Let’s bridge those bookshelves and build some bonds! 💬📚🫶

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[Richard]

Thanks Shan

[Shannon]

Thank you!

[Shan ~A~]

You're both welcome!!

[Richard]

I've finished my 10 for August

[Anastasia]

Richard wrote: "I've finished my 10 for August"

Well done! Have two to go which hopefully should get done this weekend.

[Shan ~A~]

I need to see where I am & find books that work for the missing ones.

[Anastasia]

Finished my August books

[Richard]

I'm sorry about this...I have to leave this challenge.

I'm struggling a lot with life at the moment, having a lot of mental & emotional issues. I'm finding it hard to read one page, let alone a whole book. I'm normally a big reader, so this is a distressing & depressing time for me.

I won't even be able to contribute 1 book a week....

All the best, team. I'm rooting for you. I'm just unable to participate. 😢

[Anastasia]

Take care of yourself Richard and don't worry about the challenges. Sending hugs and good wishes.

[Richard]

💜💛💙

[Jayme(theghostreader)]

So sorry to hear that. No worries Richard.

[Anastasia]

Hi Team, I am so sorry but I have decided to make this my last month with this challenge. This is not one that I enjoy as I feel it is too much geared towards buddy reads which does not work when we have a group with such diverse readers. I know that it is geared towards getting people to read outside their comfort zones, but I feel that there are already enough challenges that do that. I have found a lot of the prompts too specific and difficult to find making planning difficult to fit in with other challenges which I enjoy more. The thing that tipped me over the edge was the Magical Realism genre for next month which I particularly detest and struggle with. I have too many books that I want to read and I really don't want to add more to what I know I won't enjoy. I saw that there was another group leaving the challenge and with all the others leaving through the year I have decided to call it quits with this one as well.

[Shan ~A~]

Anastasia wrote: "Hi Team, I am so sorry but I have decided to make this my last month with this challenge. This is not one that I enjoy as I feel it is too much geared towards buddy reads which does not work when w..."

I think I will do the same at this point.