2011 February Monthly Reading Challenge: Participants' Lists Thread

[Ai]

4. Second Month - Twice As Hot by Gena Showalter
5. Second Chances - Chains of Fire by Christina Dodd

[Becky]

Book starting with "F" Frostbite by Richelle Mead
Happy Birthday to ME! When Beauty Tamed the Beast by Elosia James
Brazil Hot Rio Nights by Stella Price
2 word title Dark Prince by Christine Feehan
Second Chance Ransom by Julie Garwood
Anthology The Lady Most Likely...: A Novel in Three Parts by Julia Quinn et al
Valentine's Day Love Letters From a Duke by Elizabeth Boyle
Black History Month Irresistible Forces by Brenda Jackson
LOL Are You There Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea by Chelsea Handler
Reader's Choice Passions of a Wicked Earl (London's Greatest Lovers, #1) by Lorraine Heath
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[chasey]

Hi, I'm in for three. But if i have more time I'll add more to it.2/3
1. F for february:Full tilt by Janet Evanovich
2. Happy Birthday Jennifer: Eat, pray and love by Elizabeth Gilbert. 2/6-2/11
3.Two word title. "Pet Sematary" by Stephen King
4. Second Month: Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold 2/11-
5. Readers choice:"My sweet audrina" by VC andrews.

[Roberta]

Im in .

4. Second Month - Archangel's Kiss (Guild Hunter, Book 2)"

5. Second Chances - Midnight Awakening

10. Readers Choice - Archangel's Consort (Guild Hunter)"

[Twila Marie]

I'm in!!! I soooo L-O-V-E these challenges! I don't think I can finish 5 or 10 though coz' I'm still so busy at school. I'll do 3 again ;)

1/3

2. Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell (from Christine's shelf)
7. Eat,Pray,Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
10. Bridget Jones' Diary by Helen Fielding **** 02/10/11

[Wan]

Sandra wrote: "Wan "Artemis", the Dark-Hunters' Goddess wrote: "I'm in.

Duration: February 1 – February 28, 2011
0/5 Completed

2. Birthday:Lori R.(8th June) my fellow Gemini - [book:Halfway to the Grave|142199..."

Oh, I read it wrong. -- same date in Feb. "k got it. I 'll change it.

[Wan]

OBTW - I think Andriah's, that was born on Feb 8th, profile was deleted. so I'll go with Anna, Feb 7th.

[Ceej]

February Monthly Reading Challenge

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1.February: Finding Perfect
2. Birthday: (Happy Birthday MoutainKat) My Outlaw
3. Geography: Charm School
4. Second Month: Silver Borne
5. Second Chances: The Best of Friends
6. Shortest Month: Maverick
7. Valentine's Day: Simon Says
8. Black History Month: In My Father's House: A Novel
9. National Laugh-Friendly Month: Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man: What Men Really Think About Love, Relationships, Intimacy, and Commitment
10. Reader's Choice: Strong, Silent Type

[Titta]

I'm in.

Will post the list later. :)

[[deleted user]]

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1. Starts with F - Faking It
4. 2 word title - Just Listen
5. Second Chance - Riding the Night
6. Anthology - Immortal In Death
7. Valentine's Day - Anna and the French Kiss
8. African-American - Gone Too Far
9. Funny book - A Royal Mess
10. My Choice - The Book Thief

[Judithe]

I'm planning on 5 for right now.

0/5 Read


2. Birthday: Happy Birthday, Amanda & Michelle! The Hunger Games

4. Second Month: Sea Glass

6. Shortest Month: Haunted by Your Touch

7. Valentine's Day: Shadowfever

10. Reader's Choice: Archangel's Consort

[Kerstin]

I'm going for 3 again.

February Monthly Reading Challenge
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1.February: Fearless Fourteen by Janet Evanovich
4. Second Month: The Leopard Prince by Elizabeth Hoyt
10. Reader's Choice:Lost in a Good Book by Jasper Fforde

[Abby]

RRRC 2011 February Reading Challenge
Challenge Duration: February 1-29, 201

4/5 Complete.

1. February - Forever by Judy Blume Finished: 02.05.11 Rating: *** (3 stars)
2. Second Month (2nd in Series) - A Hunger Like No Other (Immortals After Dark #2) by Kresley Cole Finished: 02.03.11 Rating: *** (3 stars)
3. Second Chances - Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks Finished: 02.16.11 Rating: ** (2 stars)
4. Valentine's Day - Love The One You're With by Emily Giffin Finished: 02.22.11 Rating: **** (4 stars)
5. Reader's Choice - Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson


I can't find a copy of Bridge to Terabithia. :( Guess I won't be able to read the last book on my challenge. Tsk.

[Tina on the Hill]

Tina on the Hill wrote: "I am in for all ten! I look forward to finishing... :)"

Updated:




1.February: Read a book which title starts with “F”.

*2. Birthday:

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, setting or character is from Brazil.

*4. Second Month Read:

5. Second Chances Read I have tried to read this one a few other times. This time I hope to get past the second chapter!

done *6. Shortest Month Read a novella, or an anthology (a book with several novellas). Sheltering Hearts

7. Valentine's Day Read a book with a predominantly red cover, has a Valentine theme title or cover, or has the word (kiss, love, heart) as part of the title.

8. Black History Month: Read a book written by an African-American or has an African-American as one of its main characters

9. National Laugh-Friendly Month Read a 'funny' book, or a book written by a comedian or a comic.

10. Reader's Choice

[Amanda A]

I'm in and will post as I read.

[BJ Rose]

Going for 8 again

February 2011 Romance Readers
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1.Book starts with “F”: Frostfire by Lynn Viehl

2. Birthday: Xeni: Blue Bloods by Melissa de la Cruz

3. Geography: Brazil: Heart of Fire by Linda Howard

4. Second Month: two-word title: By Possession OR Black Sheep

5. Second Chances Read a book by an author you have given up, or a book whose plot involves a 'second chance' storyline (Ex. divorced/separated couple coming book together, etc). - SKIP

6. Shortest Month Read an anthology: Wish List OR The Lady Most Likely

7. Valentine's Day:red cover: Dance of the Gods OR Don't Tempt Me OR Into Temptation

8. Black History Month: African-American main characters: Cross (Alex Cross, #12) by James Patterson

9. National Laugh-Friendly Month: Read a 'funny' book - SKIP (unless something good pops up)

10. Reader's Choice: Ruthless Game by Christine Feehan

[Katharina]

February Monthly Challenge
0/3 done

1. F Book: Fanta C by Sandra Brown
4. Second Month: Adam's Fall by Sandra Brown
10. Reader's Choice: Honor's Splendour by Julie Garwood

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

BJ Rose wrote: "Going for 8 again

February 2011 Romance Readers
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1.Book starts with “F”: Frostfire by Lynn Viehl

2. Birthday: Xeni: Blue Bloods by Melissa de la Cruz

3. Geograp..."

Hey BJ - when I hover over Frostfire (which I did 'cos I am interested in Lynn Viehl's books), it says it is 'Doctor Who The Companion Chronicles' by Marc Platt?? What the??

[BJ Rose]

Jane (PS) ~ The Fabulous in February wrote: "Hey BJ - when I hover over Frostfire (which I did 'cos I am interested in Lynn Viehl's books), it says it is 'Doctor Who The Companion Chronicles' by Marc Platt?? What the?? "

Thanks for the heads-up, Jane! Apparently, I took the shortcut of just typing it in. Usually, I verify to make sure it came out right, but guess I didn't this time. Here's what it should be - Frostfire - and I'm correcting my post now.

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

So what's your rec BJ? Have you read any of her other work? I really liked If Angels Burn (except for the ironing bit) but I've never taken the next step...

[Suzanne (Under the Covers Book blog)]

Febuary Challenge

0/8 Complete

Febuary:
Birthday:
Brazil:
Second Month:
Second Chance:
Valentine's DayL:
Black History Month:
Laugh Friendly:
Reader's Choice:

[Macwolf01 [Elise]]

February Participants Challenge
Feb 1st to 28th
~Completed ~ Books~

1.February:

2. Birthday:

3. Geography:

4. Second Month:

5. Second Chances:

6. Shortest Month:

7. Valentine's Day:

8. Black History Month:

9. National Laugh-Friendly Month:

10. Reader's Choice

I'll post as I go, as work & union stuff have been keeping me really busy I'm not sure how I'll do.

[Shellbelle]

This is my very first Reading Challenge! I'm super excited. I have started my list and will post it as soon as it's done. If anyone has any tips to navigate this challenge more easily please share!

[BJ Rose]

Jane (PS) ~ The Fabulous in February wrote: "So what's your rec BJ? Have you read any of her other work? I really liked If Angels Burn (except for the ironing bit) but I've never taken the next step..."

I've really enjoyed her Darkyn/Kindred books - they were all 4/5* reads for me. They're all on my keeper shelf. Since you liked the first one, I say go for it! And it looks like it's time for a reread for me, 'cause I'm drawing a blank on 'the ironing bit'!!

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

BJ Rose wrote: "Jane (PS) ~ The Fabulous in February wrote: "So what's your rec BJ? Have you read any of her other work? I really liked If Angels Burn (except for the ironing bit) but I've never ta..."

LOL! Eeek - how could you forget!! *shocker face* It was gruesome!

[Anthi]

I'm in
#4 Archangel's Consort
#10 Patience

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Shellbelle wrote: "This is my very first Reading Challenge! I'm super excited. I have started my list and will post it as soon as it's done. If anyone has any tips to navigate this challenge more easily please share!"

Welcome Shelly! :)

My main rec would be to NOT overcommit on your list, otherwise it could become a chore rather then a bit of fun. You can always read more books toward the end of the month and add them at that time. Enjoy!

[Lynne]

I'm in!

FEBRUARY
0 of 10 Complete!

1. Starts with “F”: Fancy Pants by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
2. Happy Birthday PhotoJim (25th): Breathing Room by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
3. Brazil: The Charm School by Susan Wiggs
4. 2nd Month: The Elusive Bride by Stephanie Laurens (2nd in Series)
5. 2nd Chance: Mona Lisa Craving by Sonny (gave up on author)
6. Short: Haunted by Your Touch by Jeaniene Frost et al. (anthology)
7. Valentine’s Day: The Heart of Christmas: A Handful of Gold\ The Season for Suitors\ This Wicked Gift by Mary Balogh et al. (heart)
8. Black History Month: The Mane Squeeze or Beast Behaving Badly by Shelley Laurenston
9. Funny: Last Dragon Standing by G. A. Aiken
10. Reader's Choice: The Bride by Julie Garwood

To Read:
or

Complete:

[Lynne]

Jane (PS) ~ The Fabulous in February wrote: "BJ Rose wrote: "Jane (PS) ~ The Fabulous in February wrote: "So what's your rec BJ? Have you read any of her other work? I really liked If Angels Burn (except for the ironing bit) b..."

I'm so intrigued by "the ironing bit" that I'm going to have to read this series...I'm assuming it's not sure a pile of shirts with extra starch.

[[deleted user]]

Hey, if I post my list and say I'm doing 8 categories. Can I change and do 9 or 10 if I find the right book?

[Titta]

1.February: From Dead to Worse

2. Birthday (Lacey Williams, happy birthday :)): Old Magic

4. Second Month: Wuthering Bites

5. Second Chances: Vince and Joy

7. Valentine's Day: Eat, Pray, Love

10. Reader's Choice: Ransom My Heart

[Kim]

Completed 5/5 - DONE!!!

2. Birthday (Happy Birthday Jessica!): Pretty Little Liars By:Sara Shepard 2/7

4. Two-Word Title: Club Dead By: Charlaine Harris 2/12

8. Black History Month: Along Came a Spider By: James Patterson 2/23

9. Laugh-Friendly Month: Is It Just Me?: Or it is Nuts Out There? By: Whoopi Goldberg 2/28

10. Reader's Choice: Dead Witch Walking By: Kim Harrison 2/28

[Yz the Whyz, Moderator]

Rena wrote: "Hey, if I post my list and say I'm doing 8 categories. Can I change and do 9 or 10 if I find the right book?"

Yes, you can change, add and/or subtract from your list.

[Crystal S]

I'm in for 8 and will post my list later when I have time. :-)

[Shellbelle]

This is my first Challenge! Seems like fun!!!!
(RR) Re-Read during this time period

1. Starts with F - First Grave on the Right by Darynda completed 2/7/11 ★★★★★
2. Birthday - Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley Cole completed 2/20/11 ★★★★★ #Iwanttogivemorestars!
4. 2 word title - Eternity Embraced by Larissa Ione ★★★★
6. Anthology - On the Hunt by Gena Showalter completed 2/7/11 ★★★★★
7. Red Cover – Call Me Irresistible by Susan Elizabeth Phillips 2/28/11 ★★★★★
9. Funny book - How to flirt with a Warewolf by Molly Harper 2/27/11 ★★★★★
10. My Choice – This Side of the Grave by Jeaniene Frost 2/24/11 ★★★★★

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[Alycia]

Shellbelle wrote: "This is my first Challenge! Seems like fun!!!!
1. Starts with F - First Grave on the Right by Darynda
2. Birthday - Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley
3. Brazil - TBD
4. 2 word title - Animal ..."

I can't wait to read First Grave on the Right and How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf

[BJ Rose]

Jane (PS) ~ The Fabulous in February wrote: "I really liked If Angels Burn (except for the ironing bit) b..."

LOL! Eeek - how could you forget!! *shocker face* It was gruesome!

It's definitely been too long (and too many books) since I read it, so I've just pulled it off the shelf for a reread - and as a bonus, it will fit the 'Aquarius' challenge.

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Lynne wrote: "I'm so intrigued by "the ironing bit" that I'm going to have to read this series...I'm assuming it's not sure a pile of shirts with extra starch...."

LOL! Correct - nothing to do with clothing! ...But - remember you were warned! (I do have a weak stomach for gruesome, but still, YUK.)

BJ & Lynne - you have to get back to me on your thoughts!!

[Dina]

I'm in, but I don't know if I'll be able to do all categories. I'll post as I go.


2011 February Monthly Reading Challenge
Duration: February 1 - February 28

0/10 completed

1.February: For the Roses by Julie Garwood

2.Birthday: Read a book from a February B-day celebrant’s GR bookshelf whose “day” falls on the same “day” as yours. If no one has the exact same day, then go for the closest date.

3.Geography: Read a book whose author, setting or character is from Brazil.

4.Second Month: Blood Bound by Patricia Briggs

5.Second Chances: Read a book by an author you have given up, or a book whose plot involves a 'second chance' storyline (Ex. divorced/separated couple coming book together, etc).

6.Shortest Month: Naughty and Nice by Jaci Burton, Lauren Dane, Megan Hart & Shannon Stacey

7.Valentine's Day: Read a book with a predominantly red cover, has a Valentine theme title or cover, or has the word (kiss, love, heart) as part of the title.

8.Black History Month: Barenaked Jane by Deanna Lee

9.National Laugh-Friendly Month: Random Acts of Senseless Kindness by Graham Parke

10.Reader's Choice:

[Tiffany]

I'll try for it. Don't know how many I'll be able to do. I'll try for 3 to start and hopefully be able to do more than that. ;)

1. February:
6. Shortest:
10. Reader's:

[Shellbelle]

Alycia wrote: "Shellbelle wrote: "This is my first Challenge! Seems like fun!!!!
1. Starts with F - First Grave on the Right by Darynda
2. Birthday - Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley
3. Brazil - TBD
4. 2 word ..."

First Grave on the Right seems to have a lot of buzz around it, I'm excited to read a new author!!! And I LOVE Molly Harper, so I can't wait for her new series. She is so funny. Feb is a good month for new releases.....

[Katie]

1/10 read


1. February: Fish & Chips
2. Happy Birthday Natsroshan!: Trusted Bond
3. Geography: Hot Rio Nights
4. Second Month: A to Z
5. Second Chances: Instinct
6. Shortest Month: A Spring Tradition
7. Valentine's Day: Sammy Dane
8. Black History Month: It Takes A Hero
9. National Laugh-Friendly Month: When He Was Bad
10. Reader's Choice: The Bonding - 2/1

[Abha]

February Challenge

Trying for 6 again.

4. Second Month: Trust Me by Brenda Novak
5. Second Chances:
6. Shortest Month:
7. Valentine's Day:
8. Black History Month: The Help by Kathryn Stockett
10. Reader's Choice: The English Patient by Michael Ondaatie

[Alycia]

Shellbelle wrote: "Alycia wrote: "Shellbelle wrote: "This is my first Challenge! Seems like fun!!!!
1. Starts with F - First Grave on the Right by Darynda
2. Birthday - Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley
3. Brazi..."

I agree about Feb. I've been waiting on several new releases as well. First Grave definitely looks good and I love Molly Harper as well

[Courtney]

February 2011 Monthly Reading Challenge
Challenge Duration: February 1 – February 28, 2011

1.February: Flora Segunda

2. Birthday: (Christine) Glass Houses

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, setting or character is from Brazil.

4. Second Month: The Burning Bridge

5. Second Chances: Before I Fall

6. Shortest Month Read: Kisses From Hell

7. Valentine's Day: Low Red Moon

8. Black History Month: Read a book written by an African-American or has an African-American as one of its main characters

9. National Laugh-Friendly Month: Pippi Longstocking

10. Reader's Choice

[Suzanne (Under the Covers Book blog)]

Febuary Challenge

1/8 Complete

Febuary:
Birthday: Happy Birthday LibraryLass! A Highlander Christmas by Janet Chapman Finished 01 Febuaray
Brazil: Rough, Raw and Ready by Lorelei James
Second Month:
Second Chance:
Shortest Month: Strong, Silent Type by Lorelei James
Valentine's Day:
Black History Month:
Laugh Friendly:
Reader's Choice:

[Toni]

I'm in. Trying for 5 books this month.

0/5 completed

Starts with "F" - Feast of Fools by Rachel Caine
Second Month - Blue Moon by Alyson Noel
Black History Month - Tears of the Giraffe by Alexander McCall Smith
National Laugh Friendly Month - Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie
Readers Choice - Eragon by Christopher Paolini

[AlbertaJenn]

I'm in! I think I can totally do better on this one than on the Paranormal Romace Challenge (only got 4/10). I think I will start with five.

A. Second Chances - Undercover by Lauren Dane

B. Shortest Month - Holiday Heat by Jaci Burton & Lauren Dane

C. Valentine's Day - Hunted By The Others by Jess Haines

D. National Laugh-Friendly Month - How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper

E. Reader's Choice - The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton

[Patricia]

I'm in for 7
1/7

1.February: First Lord's Fury Jim Butcher

2. Birthday:Happy BD Amanda Iron Crowned Richelle Mead

4. Second Month Read a two-word title.Archangel's Consort Nalini Singh 2/1

6. Shortest Month Read a novella, or an anthology.On the Hunt

7. Valentine's Day Read a book with a predominantly red cover Night Betrayed Joss Ware

9. National Laugh-Friendly Month Read a 'funny' book,
Sizzling Sixteen Janet Evanovich

10. Reader's Choice Dreams of a Dark Warrior Kresley Cole


read

[Katie]

2/10 read


1. February: Fish & Chips
2. Happy Birthday Natsroshan!: Trusted Bond
3. Geography: Hot Rio Nights
4. Second Month: A to Z
5. Second Chances: Instinct
6. Shortest Month: A Spring Tradition
7. Valentine's Day: Sammy Dane
8. Black History Month: It Takes A Hero - 2/1
9. National Laugh-Friendly Month: When He Was Bad
10. Reader's Choice: The Bonding - 2/1