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Duration Aug 1, 2012 - Aug 31, 2012
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2012 Summer Olympics in London - Read a book whose cover is one of the colors of the Olympic rings. "The symbol of the Olympic Games is composed of five interlocking rings, coloured blue, yellow, black, green, and red on a white field. This was originally designed in 1912 by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, the founder of the modern Olympic Games. According to de Coubertin, the ring colours with the white background stand for those colors that appeared on all the national flags that competed in the Olympic games at that time." - courtesy of wikipedia
Aug 9 - Book Lover's Day - Read a book by your favorite (cozy) author.
Aug 10 - Lazy Day - Read whichever book is on top of your physical TBR list. In other words, the one that's the easiest to find, reach, etc
Aug 17 - National Thriftshop Day - Read a book you bought used.
Aug 24 - Vesuvius Day - marks the date in 79 A.D. that Mount Vesuvius exploded. Read a book with any connection to Greece, anything exploding, reference to volcano's or any natural disaster or severe weather happening anywhere in the book. (Greek statue on the cover would count, etc.) As this category is tough, I'll also let you use any book title or author that starts with the letter "V".
Featured author: Carola Dunn
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Duration Sep 1, 2012 - Sep 30, 2012
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Sept 2 - National Beheading Day: Until Dark by Mariah Stewart (09/01/2012 - ★★★★)
Sept 6 - Fight Procrastination Day - Read the oldest book on your GR's TBR list.
Sept 11 - No News is Good News Day: Delusion in Death by J.D. Robb (09/12/2012 - ★★★★)
Sept 19 - International Talk Like A Pirate Day: Dark Water Dive by Kathy Brandt (09/23/2012 - ★★★★)
Sept 28 - Ask a Stupid Question Day: A Charming Crime by Tonya Kappes (09/19/2012 - ★★★★)
Featured author: Steve Hockensmith / Ellery Adams - J.B. Stanley
A Killer Collection (09/17/2012 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Sep 23 - Dec 21, 2012
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A.- A Killer Plot by Ellery <A>dams (09/28/2012 - ★★★★)
U.- <U>nderdog by Laurien Berenson (10/10/2012 - ★★★★)
T.- A Charming Cure by <T>onya Kappes (10/08/2012 - ★★★★)
U.- <U>neasy Relations by Aaron J. Elkins (12/09/2012 - ★★★★)
M.- The <M>ournful Teddy by John J. Lamb (10/18/2012 - ★★★★)
N.- Sharpshooter by <N>adia Gordon (12/04/2012 - ★★★)
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Duration: October, 1 - October, 31
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: In a Witch's Wardrobe by Juliet Blackwell (10/20/2012 - ★★★★)
Computer Learning Month: A Charming Cure by Tonya Kappes (10/08/2012 - ★★★★)
Oct 11 - Take Your Teddy Bear to Work Day and
Oct 28 - Plush Animal Lover's Day: The Mournful Teddy by John J. Lamb (10/18/2012 - ★★★★)
Oct 13 - International Skeptics Day: A Deadly Cliché by Ellery Adams (10/12/2012 - ★★★)
Oct 27 - National Tell a Story Day: Driving Mr. Dead by Molly Harper (10/22/2012 - ★★)
Featured author: Phyllis A. Whitney
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Duration: November, 1 - November, 30
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Nov 2 - Book Lovers Day: Falling Awake by Jayne Ann Krentz (2012/11/10 - ★★★★)
Nov 6 - Election Day: A Vote for Murder by Jessica Fletcher (22/11/29 - ★★★)
Nov 11 - Veteran's Day - Read a book where any character was or is a veteran, past or present. If you can't find a book that qualifies, then at least find a book with an american flag (any size) on the cover.
Nov 15 - America Recycles Day: Death Comes to Pemberley by P.D. James (2012/11/05 - ★★)
Nov 22 - Thanksgiving: Trick or Treachery by Jessica Fletcher (22/11/06 - ★★★)
Featured author: Valerie Wolzien
Marisa wrote: "November 2012Duration: November, 1 - November, 30
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Nov 2 - Book Lovers Day - Read a book by your favorite author.
Nov 6 - Election Day - Read a book with a red, white, or blue cover. Bonus..."
I just finished a great book that I think would be a perfect suggestion for the Election Day challenge. The book is "Sneaky Pie for President" by Rita Mae Brown. Great read!
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Duration: December, 1 - December, 31
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Dec 5 - Repeal Day: Sharpshooter by Nadia Gordon (12/04/2012 - ★★★)
Dec 6 - Put on your own Shoes Day: Shoe Done ItGrace Carroll (12/14/202 - ★★)
Dec 18 - Bake Cookies Day: Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke (12/19/2012 - ★★★)
Dec 21 - Mayan Calendar Ends: Uneasy Relations by Aaron J. Elkins (12/09/2012 - ★★★★)
Dec 27 - Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day: Stake & Eggs by Laura Childs (12/11/2012 - ★★★★)
Featured Author: Joanne Fluke
Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder (12/19/2012 - ★★★)
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Duration: Dec 21, 2012 - Mar 20, 2013
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W.- Wicked Eddies by Beth Groundwater (12/25/2012 - ★★★★)
I.- If Mashed Potatoes Could Dance by Paige Shelton (12/22/2012 - ★★★)
N.- Nemesis by Agatha Christie (01/11/13 - ★★★★)
T.- Splitsville.com by Tonya Kappes (01/06/13 - ★★★)
E.- The Dead Sea Cipher by Elizabeth Peters (01/27/13 - ★★★)
R.- The Bat by Mary Roberts <R>inehart (03/12/2013 - ★★)
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Duration: January, 1 - January, 31
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Jan 2 - Run up the Flagpole and See if Anyone Salutes Day: A Pedigree To Die For by Laurien Berenson (01/24/13 - ★★★★)
Jan 6 - Cuddle Up Day: Dream Eyes by Jayne Ann Krentz (01/11/10 - ★★★★)
Jan 10 - Peculiar People Day: Splitsville.com by Tonya Kappes (01/06/13 - ★★★)
Jan 16 - National Nothing Day: Nemesis by Agatha Christie (01/11/13 - ★★★★)
2nd Week of Jan is Letter Writing Week: : The Dead Sea Cipher by Elizabeth Peters (01/27/13 - ★★★)
Featured Author: Elizabeth Peters
The Dead Sea Cipher (01/27/13 - ★★★)
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Duration: February, 1 - February, 28
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3rd Week of Feb is International Flirting Week: Cat Trick by Sofie Kelly (02/15/13 - ★★★★).
Feb 2 - Candlemas: Pride and Prescience by Carrie Bebris (02/11/13 - ★★★★).
Feb 3 - The Day the Music Died - Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper died in a plane crash in 1959. Read a book that has something to do with music. From a radio or sheetmusic or an instrument on the cover, to a character that sings or plays music, etc.
Feb 13 - Get a Different Name Day: Pies and Prejudice by Ellery Adams (02/08/13 - ★★★★).
BONUS: Read 2 books by the same author, each book under a different penname.
Feb 27 - No Brainer Day: Due or Die by Jenn McKinlay (02/25/13 - ★★★★).
Featured Author: Ben Rehder
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Duration: March, 1 - March, 31
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2nd Week of March is Crochet Week: Last Wool and Testament by Molly MacRae (03/20/2013 - ★★★) [With Bonus ]
Mar 2 - Old Stuff Day: A Catered Birthday Party by Isis Crawford (03/28/2013 - ★★★)
Mar 8 - Be Nasty Day: The Bat by Mary Roberts Rinehart (03/12/2013 - ★★)
Mar 10 - Middle Name Pride Day: Knot What It Seams by Elizabeth Spann Craig (03/14/2013 - ★★★★)
Mar 20 - Extraterrestrial Abductions Day: Eternity in Death by J.D. Robb (03/18/2013 - ★★★★)
Featured Author: Mary Roberts Rinehart
The Bat (03/12/2013 - ★★)
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Duration: Mar 21, 2013 - Jun 20, 2013
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S.- <S>omething's Cooking by Joanne Pence (05/10/2013 - ★★★★).
P.- <P>rescription For Murder by Jessica Fletcher (04/23/2013 - ★★★)
R.- Read and Buried by Erika Chase (05/30/2013 - ★★★★)
I.- A Catered Birthday Party by <I>sis Crawford (03/28/2013 - ★★★)
N.- There Goes Santa Claus by <N>ancy Mehl (04/22/2013 - ★★★★)
G.- Earthly Delights by Kerry <G>reenwood (04/13/2013 - ★★★★)
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Duration: April, 1 - April, 30
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April is Keep America Beautiful month: A Killer Read by Erika Chase (04/09/2013 - ★★★★)
Library Week: Prescription For Murder by Jessica Fletcher (04/23/2013 - ★★★)
Apr 14 - International Moment of Laughter Day: Murder With Peacocks by Donna Andrews (04/19/2013 - ★★★)
Apr 15 - Titanic Remembrance Day: Dangerous Depths by Kathy Brandt (04/27/2013 - ★★★★)
Apr 26 - Hug an Australian Day: Earthly Delights by Kerry Greenwood (04/13/2013 - ★★★★)
Featured Author: Donna Andrews
Murder With Peacocks (04/19/2013 - ★★★)
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Duration: May, 1 - May, 31
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May 1 - May Day: The Big Kitty by Claire Donally (05/17/2013 - ★★★★).
May 1 - Mother Goose Day: Wild Goose Chase by Terri Thayer(05/16/2013 - ★★★) (BONUS point)
May 6 - No Diet Day: Kneading to Die by Liz Mugavero (05/19/2013 - ★★★★).
May 18 - No Dirty Dishes Day: Something's Cooking by Joanne Pence (05/10/2013 - ★★★★).
May 30 - Water a Flower Day: Flowerbed of State by Dorothy St. James (05/25/2013 - ★★).
Featured Author:Joanne Pence
Something's Cooking (05/10/2013 - ★★★★).
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Duration: Jun, 1 - Jun, 30
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June is Aquarium Month and the first week of June is Fishing Week and the 18th is Go Fishing Day: Death By CashmereSally Goldenbaum (06/27/2013 - ★★★★)
June 13 - Sewing Machine Day: Deadly Patterns by Melissa Bourbon Ramirez (06/12/2013 - ★★★★)
June 18 - International Panic Day: One Book in the Grave by Kate Carlisle (06/09/2013 - ★★★★)
June 21 - Finally Summer Day - Summer Solstice: Mine to Take by Cynthia Eden (06/22/2013 - ★★★★★)
June 28 - Paul Bunyan Day: Mew Is for Murder by Clea Simon (06/17/2013 - ★★★★)
Featured Author: Deborah Sharp
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Duration: Jun 21, 2013 - Sep 20, 2013
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S.- Death By Cashmere by <S>ally Goldenbaum (06/27/2013 - ★★★★)
U.- <U>nder Pressure by Kathy Brandt (09/13/2013 - ★★★★)
M.- A Custom-Fit Crime by <M>elissa Bourbon Ramirez (07/17/2013 - ★★★★)
M.- <M>urder of the Cat's Meow by Denise Swanson (08/08/2013 - ★★★)
E.- Pall in the Family by Dawn <E>astman (08/16/2013 - ★★★★)
R.- <R>aining Cats & Dogs by Laurien Berenson (09/06/2013 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Jul, 1 - Jul, 31
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July - National Anti-Boredom Month: Tulle Death Do Us Part by Annette Blair (07/16/2013 - ★★★★)
July 4 - Sidewalk Egg Frying Day: Assaulted Pretzel by Laura Bradford (07/30/2013 - ★★)
July 11 - Cheer up the Lonely Day: Woof at the Door by Laura Morrigan (07/08/2013 - ★★★★)
July 20 - Ugly Truck Day: A Custom-Fit Crime by Melissa Bourbon Ramirez (07/17/2013 - ★★★★)
July 26 - Aunt and Uncle Day, and July 30 Father-in-Law Day: Final Sentence by Daryl Wood Gerber (07/14/2013 - ★★★★)
Featured Author: Diane Mott Davidson
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Duration: Aug, 1 - Aug, 31
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August - Admit You're Happy Month: Deception Cove by Jayne Castle (08/28/2013 - ★★★★) BONUS as it's a new release.
August - Back to School Month: Murder of the Cat's Meow by Denise Swanson (08/08/2013 - ★★★)
Aug 4 is U.S. Coast Guard Day and Aug 7 National Lighthouse Day - Read a book that takes place near or on the ocean, or has an ocean on the cover. Or read a book that has anything to do with a lighthouse: in the story, the title, or the cover.
Aug 17 - National Thriftshop Day: Witches' Bane by Susan Wittig Albert (08/22/2013 - ★★★★)
Aug 28 - Race Your Mouse Day: Pall in the Family by Dawn Eastman (08/16/2013 - ★★★★)
Featured Author: Denise Swanson
Murder of the Cat's Meow (08/08/2013 - ★★★)
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Duration: Sep, 1 - Sep, 30
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Sep - Self Improvement Month: Unhinged by Sarah Graves (09/30/2013 - ★★★)
Sep 6 - Read a Book Day: Plainly Murder by Isabella Alan (09/06/2013 - ★★★)
Sep 13 is Blame Someone Else Day - first Friday the 13th of the year. Read a book where someone is superstitious or blames someone else.
Sep 19 - International Talk Like A Pirate Day: Under Pressure by Kathy Brandt (09/13/2013 - ★★★★)
Sep 28 is Ask a Stupid Question Day - Read a book where at least one character would qualify for this.
Featured Author: Sarah Graves
Unhinged (09/30/2013 - ★★★)
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Duration: Sep 22, 2013 - Dec 20, 2013
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A.- Old Bones by Aaron Elkins (11/11/2013 - ★★★★)
U.- <U>nhinged by Sarah Graves (09/30/2013 - ★★★)
T.- <T>rouble at High Tide by Donald Bain (10/02/2013 - ★★★★)
U.- <U>nleashed by Laurien Berenson ] (12/03/2013 - ★★)
M.- Wicked Witch Murder by Leslie <M>eier (10/07/2013 - ★★★)
N.- Bury the Lead by Mary <N>ealy (11/22/2013 - ★★★★)
F.- Devil's Food Cake Murder by Joanne <F>luke (10/15/2013 - ★★★)
A.- The <A>lpine Xanadu by Mary Daheim (12/12/2013 - ★★★★)
L.- A Finder's Fee by Joyce <L>avene and Jim Lavene (11/29/2013 - ★★★★)
L.- Gilt Trip by <L>aura Childs (12/14/2013 - ★★★)
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Duration: Oct, 1 - Oct, 31
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October - Clergy Appreciation Month: Devil's Food Cake Murder by Joanne Fluke (10/15/2013 - ★★★)
October - Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Cropped to Death by Christina Freeburn (10/25/2013 - ★★★)
Oct 17 - Wear Something Gaudy Day: Dying to Retire by Jessica Fletcher (10/23/2013 - ★★★★)
Oct 30 - Mischief Night: Murder On Monday by Ann Purser (10/20/2013 - ★★★)
Oct 31 - Frankenstein Friday and Halloween: Wicked Witch Murder by Leslie Meier (10/07/2013 - ★★★) Bonus as it is centered around Halloween.
Featured Author: Robert Barnard
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Duration: Nov, 1 - Nov, 31
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November - National Novel Writing Month: A Novel Way to Die by Lynda Wilcox (11/17/2013 - ★★★★)
Nov 2 - Book Lovers Day: Miss Zukas and the Raven's Dance by Jo Dereske (11/13/2013 - ★★★★)
Nov 11 - Veteran's Day: Bury the Lead by Mary Nealy (11/22/2013 - ★★★)
Nov 15 - America Recycles Day: Puzzles of the Black Widowers by Isaac Asimov (11/26/2013 - ★★★★)
Nov 21 - False Confession Day: A Finder's Fee by Joyce Lavene & Jim Lavene (11/29/2013 - ★★★★)
Featured Author: Joyce Lavene & Jim Lavene
A Finder's Fee (11/29/2013 - ★★★★)
As part of November's National Novel Writing Month, don't miss The French De Ception By Jennifer Girardin. A spectacular modern British Cozy Mystery mixing the style of Agatha Christie and the laughs of Oscar Wilde, featuring ambitious British journalist and Queen of Crime Marjorie Branell-Markson, who might not be able to spell the word journalist, but who certainly knows how to spell the word crime!
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Duration: Dec 21, 2013 - Mar 19, 2014
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W.- <W>alking Into Murder by Joan Dahr Lambert (03/13/2014 - ★★★★)
I.- <I>f Bread Could Rise to the Occasion by Paige Shelton (03/04/2014 - ★★★★)
N.- <N>ashville Noir by Donald Bain(03/09/2014 - ★★★★)
T.- The Tell-Tale Con by Aimee Gilchrist (01/12/2014 - ★★★★)
E.- Quilt Trip by Elizabeth Spann Craig (12/24/2013 - ★★★★)
R.- Clammed Up by Barbara Ross (01/08/2014 - ★★★)
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Duration: Jan, 1 - Jan 31
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Jan 1 - Happy New Year!: Clammed Up by Barbara Ross (01/08/2014 - ★★★)
Jan 6 - Cuddle Up Day: River Road by Jayne Ann Krentz (01/08/2014 - ★★★★)
Jan 11 - Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friend's Day: Any Port in a Storm by Elaine Orr (01/28/2014 - ★★★)
Jan 12 - Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day: Rocky by Bianca D'Arc (01/02/2014 - ★★★★)
Jan 23 - Measure Your Feet Day: Murder on the Rocks by Karen MacInerney (01/12/2014 - ★★★★)
Featured author: Barbara Ross
Clammed Up (01/08/2014 - ★★★)
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Duration: Feb, 1 - Feb 28
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BLUE: Murder Buys a T-shirt by Christy Fifield (02/25/2014 - ★★★★)
YELLOW: Dying on the Vine by Aaron Elkins (02/18/2014 - ★★★★)
BLACK: Hero's Journey by J.J. Cook (02/25/2014 - ★★★)
GREEN: Mrs. Jeffries and the Feast of St. Stephen by Emily Brightwell (02/14/2014 - ★★★★)
RED: The Sayers Swindle by Victoria Abbott (02/09/2014 - ★★★★)
WHITE: Cats Can't Shoot by Clea Simon (02/23/2014 - ★★★)
Bonus: Read a book with an athlete in it, any book taking place in Russia, or having anything to do with the Olympics.
Featured author: Christy Fifield
Murder Buys a T-Shirt (02/25/2014 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Mar, 1 - Mar, 31
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Mar 2 - Old Stuff Day Read: The Purloined Letter by Edgar Allan Poe (03/02/2014 - ★★★)
Mar 10 - Middle Name Pride Day: Looming Murder by Carol Ann Martin (03/21/2014 - ★★★)
Mar 12 - Plant a Flower Day - Read a book with a flower(s) on the cover, a flower in the title, or the author's name or the books main character's name matches that of a flower (for example, author's first name is Lily, Rose, etc.): The Good the Bad and the Witchy
Mar 15 - Everything You Think is Wrong Day: Walking Into Murder by Joan Dahr Lambert (03/13/2014 - ★★★★)
Mar 29 - National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day - Read a book where a main or semi-main character owns their own business.: Murder, Plain and Simple
Featured author: Julie Wray Herman
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Duration: Mar 20, 2014 - Jun 20, 2014
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S.- Thrones, Dominations by Dorothy L. <S>ayers (04/10/2014 - ★★★★)
P.- A Dollhouse to Die For by Cate <P>rice (05/18/2014 - ★★★★)
R.- <R>ock Bottom by Jerusha Jones (05/12/2014 - ★★★)
I.- Murder, Plain and Simple by <I>sabella Alan (03/30/2014 - ★★★)
N.- The <N>itrogen Murder by Camille Minichino (03/27/2014 - ★★★★)
G.- Fatal Descent by Beth <G>roundwater (05/10/2014 - ★★★★)
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Duration: May, 1 - May, 31
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Second week in May - National Wildflower Week, May 8th - Iris Day and May 30th Water a Flower Day: A Killing Notion by Melissa Bourbon (05/15/2014 - ★★★★).
Bonus: Get outside and go on a nature walk.
May 11th - Mother’s Day: Fatal Descent by Beth Groundwater (05/10/2014 - ★★★★).
Third week in May - National Police Week, May 15th - National Police Officers Memorial Day: A Tiger's Tale by Laura Morrigan (05/08/2014 - ★★★★) (H's boyfriend is a policeman).
May - National Bike Month, third week -National Bike Week, May 16th - National Bike to Work Day: A Dollhouse to Die For by Cate Price (05/18/2014 - ★★★★) (h rides a bike sometimes to save money).
May 18th - International Museum Day: Rock Bottom by Jerusha Jones (05/12/2014 - ★★★).
BONUS: Visit a museum this month!
BONUS (Museum): Museo de Santa Cruz, in Toledo, Spain
Featured author: Victoria Laurie
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Duration: Jun, 1 - Jun, 30
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June is National Adopt a Cat Month and June 4th is Hug Your Cat Day - Read a book with a cat as a character, shown on the cover, or listed in the title.
June 3rd - Repeat Day: Absolutely, Positively by Jayne Ann Krentz (06/02/2014 - ★★★★).
June 4th - Old Maid's Day: Hunter's Moon by Helen Haught Fanick (06/08/2014 - ★★★★).
June 26 is Beautician's Day: Hairspray and Homicide by Cindy Bell (06/07/2014 - ★★★). Extra-credit: The dead woman is the rival owner of the other parlor in the village.
June 27 is Sun Glasses Day - Read a book that takes place on or near a beach, shows a beach on the cover, or if sunglasses are specifically mentioned in the title or anyone on the cover is wearing a pair.
Featured author: Avery AamesVictoria Laurie / Daryl Wood Gerber
OK. So I'm totally going to miss most of these. But I'm sure I can find a book with a cat on the cover. I read
earlier in the year, but would try to find another for June 26. Will work on the Sun Glasses Day.
Hi Luann ~ I can't guarantee the cover, but check out the Pet Sitter Mysteries and the Pet Rescue series by Linda O. Johnston.LuAnn wrote: "OK. So I'm totally going to miss most of these. But I'm sure I can find a book with a cat on the cover. I read
earlier in the year, but would try to find anoth..."
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Duration: Jun 21, 2014 - Sep 22, 2013
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S.- Gaudy Night by Dorothy L. <S>ayers (08/24/2014 - ★★½)
U.- Undead By Morning by Joyce Lavene and Jim Lavene (09/16/2014 - ★★★)
M.- <M>altipoos Are Murder by Jacqui Lane (06/23/2014 - ★★★★)
M.- Cloche and Dagger by Jenn <M>cKinlay (06/25/2014 - ★★★★)
E.- Written in Stone by <E>llery Adams (07/06/2014 - ★★★★)
R.- <R>um & Razors by Donald Bain (08/26/2014 - ★★★☆)
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Duration: Aug, 1 - Aug, 31
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WWI 100th anniversary: Gaudy Night by Dorothy L. Sayers (08/24/2014 - ★★½)
National Mustard Day first Saturday: Majoring In Murder by Donald Bain (08/20/2014 - ★★★)
Wiggle Your Toes Day: Murder Strikes a Pose by Tracy Weber (08/20/2014 - ★★★) (Bonus: bare foot)
Book Lover's Day: The Cat, the Vagabond and the Victim by Leann Sweeney (08/10/2014 - ★★★★)
Aug 21 - Senior Citizen's Day: Rum & Razors by Donald Bain (08/26/2014 - ★★★☆)
Featured author: Laura Childs
Eggs in a Casket (08/12/2014 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Sep, 1 - Sep, 30
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Sep 5 - Be Late for Something Day - Read a book that you missed or were late for another (any)
challenge.
Fight Procrastination Day: Do or Diner by Christine Wenger (09/20/2014 - ★★★★)
Read a Book Day / International Literacy Day: Death of a Mad Hatter by Jenn McKinlay (09/07/2014 - ★★★★) (Bonis: Reading at Sep, 6)
Sep 19 - International Talk Like A Pirate Day - Always a favorite. Read a book that takes place on the high seas, has a pirate or parrot in it, or at the very least, the book starts with the letter P.
Ask a Stupid Question Day: Mission to Murder by Lynn Cahoon (09/04/2014 - ★★★★)
Bonus points for sharing it with the group:
"But am I really the best suspect?”
Greg smiled, but his grin was sad. “You fought with him twice in front of witnesses hours before his death. He was trying to undercut the marketing funding for any business besides The Castle. And there are rumors he was working with Josh to get the mission wall project blackballed by the historical commission.”
Featured author: Jenn McKinlay | Josie Belle | Lucy Lawrence
Death of a Mad Hatter (09/07/2014 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Sep 22, 2013 - Dec 20, 2014
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A.- Expedition Indigo by Stacy <A>llen (09/29/2014 - ★★★★)
U.- <U>ndeniably Yours by Heather Webber (11/06/2014 - ★★★★)
T.- At Wicks End by <T>im Myers (11/17/2014 - ★★★★)
U.- The <U>nwanted by Shiloh Walker (12/10/2014 - ★★★★)
M.- A biscuit, a casket by Liz <M>ugavero (10/17/2014 - ★★★)
N.- Aunt Dimity: Detective by <N>ancy Atherton (10/18/2014 - ★★★★)
F.- The Highland Fling Murders by Jessica <F>letcher (10/11/2014 - ★★★)
A.- A Deceptive Clarity by <A>aron Elkins (10/03/2014 - ★★★★)
L.- Death al Dente by <L>eslie Budewitz (11/08/2014 - ★★★★)
L.- <L>ethal Letters by Ellery Adams (12/12/2014 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Oct, 1 - Oct, 31
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1.- Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A biscuit, a casket by Liz Mugavero (10/17/2014 - ★★★)
2.- World Card Making Day: Dyeing Wishes by Molly MacRae (10/21/2014 - ★★★★)
3. Take Your Teddy Bear to Work Day / Plush Animal Day: Aunt Dimity: Detective by Nancy Atherton (10/18/2014 - ★★★★)
4.- Visit a Cemetery Day / Create a Great Funeral Day: The Cold Light of the Mourning by Elizabeth Duncan (10/29/2014 - ★★★★)
5.- Halloween / Carve a Pumpkin Day: The Highland Fling Murders by Donald Bain (10/11/2014 - ★★★)
Featured author: Livia J. Washburn
Killer on a Hot Tin Roof (10/06/2014 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Nov, 1 - Nov, 30
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1. National Novel Writing Month / Book Lovers Day: The Huckleberry Murders by Patrick F. McManus (13/11/2014 - ★★★)
2. Marooned without a Compass Day: Undeniably Yours by Heather Webber (06/11/2014 - ★★★★)
3. Deviled Egg Day (2), Sandwich Day (3), Cook Something Bold Day (8), Clean Your Refrigerator Day (15), Homemade Bread Day (17), National Cashew Day and Eat a Cranberry Day (23), National Parfait Day (25), and US Thanksgiving (27): Death al Dente by Leslie Budewitz (08/11/2014 - ★★★★)
4. Go For a Ride Day: Off Kilter by Hannah Reed (18/11/2014 - ★★)
5. Shopping Reminder Day / Black Friday: At Wicks End by Tim Myers (17/11/2014 - ★★★★)
Featured author: Tim Myers
At Wicks End (17/11/2014 - ★★★★)
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Duration: Dec, 1 - Dec, 31
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1. December 4 is Santa’s List Day, December 7 Letter Writing Day and December 9 Christmas Card Day: Lethal Letters by Ellery Adams (12/13/2014 - ★★★★)
BONUS: I still send Christmas card, so I think I can get it ;).
2. December 6 is Mitten Tree Day: A Killer's Christmas in Wales by Elizabeth J. Duncan (12/18/2014 - ★★★★)
3. December 13 is Violin Day and December 20 is Go Caroling Day: Murder in a Minor Key by Donald Bain (12/24/2014 - ★★★)
BONUS: I was at a Flamenco concert on Friday 12 and the last part were Flamenco carols... quite, quite beautiful. Anyway, it was a beautiful music.
4. December 21 is National Flashlight Day: La librería de los finales felices by Katarina Bivald (12/09/2014 - ★★★★) I think every character learns something about life and himself/herself.
5. December 27 is Make Cut Out Snowflakes Day: Antiques Slay Ride by Barbara Allan (12/21/2014 - ★★)
Featured author: P. D. James
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Duration: Dec, 21 2014 - Mar, 20 2015
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W.- Where There's a Will by Aaron Elkins (17/03/2015 - ★★★★)
I.- <I>n the Beginning...Was the Command Line by Neal Stephenson (01/17/2015 - ★★)
N.- <N> or M? by Agatha Christie (03/13/2015 - ★★★★)
T.- <T>owards Zero by Agatha Christie (01/06/2015 - ★★★)
E.- A Tine to Live, A Tine to Die by <E>dith Maxwell (10/25/2015 - ★★★★)
R.- <R>oom with a Clue by Kate Kingsbury (03/09/2015 - ★★★★)
B.- A Seamless Murder by Melissa <B>ourbon (01/10/2015 - ★★★★)
L.- A Tale of Two Biddies by Kylie <L>ogan (01/18/2015 - ★★★)
I.- Glossed and Found by <I>ndia Ink (12/27/2014 - ★★★)
Z.- A <Z>en For Murder by Leighann Dobbs (12/25/2014 - ★★★★)
Z.- <Z>ero-Degree Murder by M.L. Rowland (02/01/2015 - ★★★)
A.- <A>ntiques Slay Ride by Barbara Allan (12/21/2014 - ★★)
R.- Obsession in Death by J.D. Robb (02/14/2015 - ★★★)
D.- Murder in a Minor Key by <D>onald Bain (12/24/2014 - ★★★)
Cozy Mysteries
Books mentioned in this topic
Where There's a Will (other topics)N or M? (other topics)
A Tine to Live, A Tine to Die (other topics)
Zero-Degree Murder (other topics)
In the Beginning...Was the Command Line (other topics)
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Authors mentioned in this topic
Aaron Elkins (other topics)Kate Kingsbury (other topics)
J.D. Robb (other topics)
Neal Stephenson (other topics)
M.L. Rowland (other topics)
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Duration: Jul 1, 2012 - Sep 30, 2012
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Red: Quilt or Innocence by Elizabeth Spann Craig (07/28/2012 - ★★★★)
Orange: The Hydrogen Murder by Camille Minichino (07/10/2012 - ★★★★)
Yellow: Bedeviled Eggs by Laura Childs (09/13/2012 - ★★★)
Green: A Wicked Slice by Aaron J. Elkins (07/21/2012 - ★★★★)
Blue: Endangered by Pamela Beason (07/12/2012 - ★★)
Purple/Violet: A Charming Crime by Tonya Kappes (09/19/2012 - ★★★★)