All Things Autumn Challenge

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Autumn, I started adding shelves to keep track of where I bought books because when I had to reset my Kindle and lost my hard drive around the same time, I couldn't remember where to go to redownload books. :(

[Lisa Kay]

Good idea. I did that when I got a new computer by checking my confirmation emails from the sellers. But I like your idea better, Dhes.

[Autumn]

UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "Autumn, I started adding shelves to keep track of where I bought books because when I had to reset my Kindle and lost my hard drive around the same time, I couldn't remember where to go to redownlo..."

That sucks,Dhes. But It`s a great idea as matter of fact. I have been trying to borrow this book from a friend here, but no luck so far. I`m forbidden to spend more $$ on fiction books,lol! I had to buy $500 worth of medical books.. **sighs**. No fun..

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

No fun, indeed!!! Is it Kindle lendable?

[Autumn]

I think Kindle has the option to borrow books now. There are some titles however, that don't qualify. I don't know whats the story with the shades trilogy.

yeah, medical software its so expensive, but necessary. Im getting rid of almost all my romance/fiction books because I have no space for all the terrence books I have. I'm so sad about it.:(

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

That's what I was wondering about the Shades books.

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

That's what I was wondering about the Shades books.

[Autumn]

UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "That's what I was wondering about the Shades books."

I think you can check for the tab, "borrow" in your kindle library.The available books would have a button that says "lend me "or something along the lines.

[Gaynell]

Completed 15/15 - Done

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Way to go, Gaynell!!!

[Autumn]

Yay, congrats,Gaynell! :)

[Gaynell]

Thanks Dhes and Autumn

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Congrats, Gaynell!

[Lisa Kay]

Congrats, Gaynell!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

I didn't think I would finish in time, but I did, Thank God!

Danielle's WLLK All Things Autumn Challenge 2011
Duration: September 23-December 21, 2011
Goal: Read 20 or more books with aspects that relate in any way to the season of autumn, including words in the title, taking place in autumn, or character names. Even if the color suggests autumn, or they involve autumnal events.
Update: 12/16
Completed: 20/20 DONE!!!

1. The Boss's Inexperienced Secretary by Helen Brooks (part of book takes place in the autumn) 9/25
2. Zero Sight by B. Justin Shier (part of book takes place in the autumn) 10/8
3. Ghost Road Blues by Jonathan Maberry 10/18 (takes place during the autumn)
4.Foundling by DM Cornish (book takes place during the autumn) 10/26
5.Dark Gods by T.E.D. Klein (some of the stories take place in the autumn) 10/26
6.The House at Tyneford: A Novel by (the book takes place over a couple of years with the passing of all the seasons, including autumn) Natasha Solomons 10/29
7.The Cry of the Icemark by Stuart Hill (the book takes place over a year with the passing of all the seasons, including autumn) 11/2
8.Killer Crullers by Jessica Beck (takes place during the autumn) 11/7
9.The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie (takes place in part during autumn) 11/10
10.The Best Horror of the Year, volume 3 by Ellen Datlow (editor) (some take place in autumn, cover reminds me of Halloween) 11/11
11.Retribution Falls by Chris Wooding (title has 'fall' in it) 11/13
12.Shadow Heir by Richelle Mead 11/30 (Dorian is the King of the Oak Lands which is always autumn)
13.Equinox: Six Declinations by Richard Freeland ("Garbage Man" takes place in late autumn) 12/07
14.The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making by Cathrynne M. Valente 12/09 (MC's name is September and she goes to the Land of Autumn)
15.An Agreement with Hell by Dru Pagliassotti 12/10 (Set in December/Involves 'Fall'en Angels)
16.Hot November by Ann Charlton (takes place in November) 12/12
17. Moonbeams by Lakisha Spletzer (mentioned that it's almost fall when the book starts) 12/13
18. Anatomy of Murder by Imogen Robertson 12/14 (takes place in the autumn)
19. Unveiled by Courtney Milan (takes place in the autumn) 12/15
20. The Immortal Fire by Anne Ursu (people light fires in the fall to stay warm, fire in the title) 12/16

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

YAY!!!!!!!!!! Way to go, Danielle!!!!!!!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Thanks, D!

[BJ Rose]

Congratulations, Danielle!!

[Autumn]

All Things Autumn Challenge

Duration - September 23rd through December 21st, 2011


My excuse for getting hauls of books is because "they are on sale";how could i not take advantage of it??. Well,In This challenge, im allowed to only read books that i got ON SALE or by GIFT CARD ONLY. ^_^ i need to see how savvy i am when it comes to dealing with my weakness...

31/x

- A Night to Surrender $4.99- (3.5*)-9/23
- Before I Fall $0.
- The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake $1.19
- F in Exams: The Funniest Test Paper Blunders $0.0
- Letters to a Secret Lover $4.99
- Rules of Attraction $0.0
-The Graveyard Book $0.0
- Chain Reaction $0.00
The Last Song $0.00
This I Believe: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable Men and Women $5.99
Dear John $0.00
Simply Irresistible $4.99
The Last Song $0.00 =>L
A Discovery of Witches $0.00 =>L
Angels' Blood $3.99
Archangel's Kiss $5.00
Archangel's Consort $5.00
Archangel's Blade $0.00 =>L
Wish List $1.99
Gone With the Wind $0.00 =>L
Speak $0.00 =>L
The Chronicles of Narnia $0.00 =>L
Delirium $0.00 =>L
The Truth about Forever $4.99
This Lullaby $0.00 =>L
Leaving Paradise $0.00 =>L
Return to Paradise $0.00 =>L
Daughter of Smoke and Bone $0.00 =>L
Just Listen $0.00 =>L
Beautiful Disaster $2.99
Comfort Food $0. Free E-book.
Dark Lover $0.00 =>L
Lover Eternal
When Food Is Love: Exploring the Relationship Between Eating and Intimacy

[Autumn]

Congrats Danielle!!!!!!! You are now officially my hero! :) xooxoxo

[Lisa Kay]

Congrats, Lady D!

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Autumn wrote: "Congrats Danielle!!!!!!! You are now officially my hero! :) xooxoxo"

What about me? *sniff, sniff*

[Autumn]

Now, now Dhes hold your horses. You already are my hero!:)

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Oh. Well, okay then. **huge smile**

You're my hero, too!

[Autumn]

UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "Oh. Well, okay then. **huge smile**

You're my hero, too!"

AWW! for that compliment alone, I will let you share my Santa. (look profile pic)

[E.]

Congratulations to everyone who had reached their goals!!!!

All Things Autumn Challenge
September 23rd to December 21st

5/?

1. Viscount Breckenridge to the Rescue - 9/30
2. A Werewolf in Manhattan - 10/23
3. The Deed - 10/27
4. Witch and Wizard - 11/22
5. The Lady Gambles - 12/18

[Lisa Kay]

W♥LK ~ All Things Autumn Challenge ~

Open ended on the number count. I want to discover how many books I can read are relating to autumn. Even if I have to peek at Autumn’s bookshelves.

Duration: September 23-December 21, 2011

Covers with fall covers:
GRs link to my "Fall Color Covers" challenge (duration the same)

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23/XX

1. ✔ it’s autumn, it’s about witches (good & bad), & they attend a Halloween Party
Ceremony in Death, by J.D. Robb ★★★★★ OD audio 9/25
2. from Autumn's bookshelf; cover is golden like autumn -- and Autumn! :o)
The Help, by Kathryn Stockett (PB & OD audio)
3. ✔ written by one of Autumn's favorite authors
The Peach Keeper, by Sarah Addison Allen ★★★★✩ library CD to iPod 10/19
4. one of Autumn's favorite author's; one Autumn hasn't read yet
Love Come to Me, by Lisa Kleypas (PB)
5. ✔ a book Autumn rated a five-star read; the start of one of Autumn's favorite series
Slave to Sensation, by Nalini Singh ★★★★★ PB 12/5
6. ✔ setting & cover Autumn
Heartstrings and Diamond Rings, by Jane Graves ★★★★✩ PB 10/16

[Lisa Kay]

23 is about all I have. I don't think I'll get to any more, but I'll check in again before the 21st.

Congrats to all who finished!

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

23 is more than respectable!!! Congrats, Lisa Kay!

[Lisa Kay]

Thanks, Dhes!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Congrats to everyone!

[Robin]

I'm not going to be able to finish the book(s) I'm currently reading in time to count it (them) on this challenge and unfortunately that means I only got half of my goal completed. Thinking about this Challenge and Others I seem to do better on the one's where I don't try to choose a specific number or select books ahead of time. Not sure what that says about me, hopefully something good. Anyway, Congrats to not only those of you who either met or exceeded your Goals but to all who participated regardless of the number achieved.

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Thank you, Robin!! You know... I almost NEVER succeed and reaching my goals, so that's why, if you noticed, I don't set them anymore. LOL! What's that say about ME, that I don't even try?

[Lisa Kay]

I didn't set a goal this time, though I usually do. I just went with the flow. . . ☺ For a stress-free holiday.

[Robin]

UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "Thank you, Robin!! You know... I almost NEVER succeed and reaching my goals, so that's why, if you noticed, I don't set them anymore. LOL! What's that say about ME, that I don't even try?"

It doesn't say anything bad as a matter of fact I think I figured it out after reading Lisa Kay's comment that comes directly after yours that I'm replying to. I'm thinking I don't read well under pressure and maybe the same applies to you. Since reading is suppose to be a leisure, stress relieving activity then IMHO Lisa Kay has the right idea and in actuality we do to. So that's a good thing, we know how to eliminate, reduce and avoid stress.

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Robin (RBBR) wrote: "I'm thinking I don't read well under pressure and maybe the same applies to you."

That's it exactly! As soon as I know I have to read something, I freak out and don't want to read it at all!

[E.]

Last day & I accomplished reading my last book for the challenge.

All Things Autumn Challenge
September 23rd to December 21st

6/6

1. Viscount Breckenridge to the Rescue - 9/30
2. A Werewolf in Manhattan - 10/23
3. The Deed - 10/27
4. Witch and Wizard - 11/22
5. The Lady Gambles - 12/18
6. The Lady Forfeits - 12/21

Let me tell you, it was a tough last hours of reading as I wanted to finish the last book.

Phew.

[E.]

Oh, and Congratulations to everyone who had finished this challenge!!!!!

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Fantastic, E!!!

[Lisa Kay]

Thanks, E! "Phew!" I know that feeling. There have been times I just didn't look at the clock, and I know I finished after midnight. ☺

Congrats to all who finished - and those who managed to pick up a book and take time for themselves in this busy season!

Fun challenge, as usual, Dhes!

[Danielle The Book Huntress , Certifiable St. Vinnie's Ninny]

Congrats to everyone who finished and those who participated, even if they didn't finish.

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Thanks, Lisa Kay! I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

[Jennifer]

I'm at 14.

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Thanks, Jennifer! I'll update your final stats as this challenge is now closed.

[Dina]

Soooo... I didn't make it. I managed to read ONE single "autumn" book during the whole season. *hangs head in shame*

Congrats to everyone who participated. I envy you. ;)

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

Chin up, little bucko!! You didn't fail, you were just very selective!!

[Dina]

Haha, Dhes, I like the way you think. ;)

[Autumn]

Ok I forgot to update it ontime,but I think this will be it ;) 33 not bad ..

Thank you, Dhes for hosting this challenge. :)



All Things Autumn Challenge

Duration - September 23rd through December 21st, 2011


My excuse for getting hauls of books is because "they are on sale";how could i not take advantage of it??. Well,In This challenge, im allowed to only read books that i got ON SALE or by GIFT CARD ONLY. ^_^ i need to see how savvy i am when it comes to dealing with my weakness...

33/x

- A Night to Surrender $4.99- (3.5*)-9/23
- Before I Fall $0.
- The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake $1.19
- F in Exams: The Funniest Test Paper Blunders $0.0
- Letters to a Secret Lover $4.99
- Rules of Attraction $0.0
-The Graveyard Book $0.0
- Chain Reaction $0.00
The Last Song $0.00
This I Believe: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable Men and Women $5.99
Dear John $0.00
Simply Irresistible $4.99
The Last Song $0.00 =>L
A Discovery of Witches $0.00 =>L
Angels' Blood $3.99
Archangel's Kiss $5.00
Archangel's Consort $5.00
Archangel's Blade $0.00 =>L
Wish List $1.99
Gone With the Wind $0.00 =>L
Speak $0.00 =>L
The Chronicles of Narnia $0.00 =>L
Delirium $0.00 =>L
The Truth about Forever $4.99
This Lullaby $0.00 =>L
Leaving Paradise $0.00 =>L
Return to Paradise $0.00 =>L
Daughter of Smoke and Bone $0.00 =>L
Just Listen $0.00 =>L
Beautiful Disaster $2.99
Comfort Food $0. Free E-book.
Dark Lover $0.00 =>L
Lover Eternal
When Food Is Love: Exploring the Relationship Between Eating and Intimacy
Lover Awakened =>L
Father Mine: Zsadist and Bella's Story 3.99

[UniquelyMoi ~ BlithelyBookish, Your Humble Servant]

OOoh, Autumn, great reads there! Are you a BDB addict now, too?

[Autumn]

UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "OOoh, Autumn, great reads there! Are you a BDB addict now, too?"

thank you,Dhes.

Not sure if I am an addict yet. I dont really think Ward`s writing is that compelling nor is the amount of airtime she gives the lessers (annoys me the crap out) But her characters are interesting enough for me to want to find out what happens to them. I like the way she designs the plot, but how she executes it it`s the reason i cant give her the 5 stars still. Only "lover awakened`s" story deserved the 5 stars for the hero alone. I will definitely read the entire series, or as long as the characters remain interesting. :)

Besides, I do get obsessed with finishing a series once i give it a go. You can see that when i make challenges that i always read all the books one after the other till im finished.