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Across the Universe Soundtrack ChallengeDuration: 10.1.11 - 10.15.12
Completed: 31/31 + 12/12 (Bonus)
Updated: 10.15.12
FINISHED!! :D
Girl
Hold Me Tight
All My Loving
I Want to Hold Your Hand
With a Little Help From My Friends
It Won’t Be Long
I’ve Just Seen a Face
Let It Be
Come Together
Why Don’t We Do It in the Road
If I Fell
I Want You (She’s So Heavy)
Dear Prudence
Flying
Blue Jay Way
I Am a Walrus
Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite
Because
Something
Oh! Darling
Strawberry Fields Forever
Revolution
While My Guitar Gently Weeps
Across the Universe
Helter Skelter
Happiness is a Warm Gun
Blackbird
Hey Jude
Don’t Let Me Down
All You Need is Love
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
Bonus
Thank you Lisa Kay!! It was a great challenge ;)
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Soundtrack Challenge: Across the Universe
Duration: 10/24/2012 - til finished!
Totally Committed – Deluxe Edition Track: 31 books
Progress: 31 out of 31
Girl performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with
Twenties Girl by Sophie Kinsella
Hold Me Tight performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with a cover showing someone hugging. Or
Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor
All My Loving performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with
Heart of a Desert Warrior by Lucy Monroe
I Want to Hold Your Hand performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book with a cover showing close-up of a hand(s). Or a novel where a woman has left an abusive relationship,
Blaze of Memory by Nalini Singh
With a Little Help From My Friends performed by Joe Anderson & Jim Sturgess
Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh
It Won’t Be Long performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book where a character is waiting for someone. (view spoiler) Or
Fair Game by Patricia Briggs
I’ve Just Seen a Face , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book where
Tempt Me at Twilight by Lisa Kleypas
Let It Be performed by Timothy T. Mitchum & Carol Woods
Read a book where
Urban Shaman by C.E. Murphy
Come Together performed by Joe Crocker
Read a book where someone goes to the airport, plays the guitar, is a hippy,
Lover Revealed by J.R. Ward
Why Don’t We Do It in the Road performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book with a road on the cover,
Fifty Shades Darker by E.L. James
If I Fell performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book were someone is running from the police or falls in love. Or the cover shows someone who appears to be falling, or
Insurgent by Veronica Roth
I Want You (She’s So Heavy) performed by Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs, & Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book has the word “want” in the title.
Cinder by Marissa Meyer
Dear Prudence
Read a book where someone “comes out of the closet,”
Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance by Barack Obama
Flying performed by the Secret Machines
Read a book with an airplane, spaceship or some type of machine on the cover.
Hunting Ground by Patricia Briggs
Blue Jay Way performed by The Secret Machines
Read a book with a predominantly blue cover, has a blue jay on it or
Magic Bleeds by Ilona Andrews
I Am a Walrus performed by Bono & The Secret Machines
Read a book about a sea mammal (fictional or real, so mermaids accepted), or has a cowboy hat or sunglasses on the cover:
Zoo Story: Life in the Garden of Captives by Thomas French
Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite! performed by Eddie Lizzard
Read a book about (or some attends) a circus.
The Alchemyst by Michael Scott
Because performed by Joe Anderson, Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, Jim Sturgess, and Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with “because” in the title.
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain
Something performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with the word “something” in the title. Or where a character is an artist:
Second Sight by Amanda Quick - *** - 5/13/2013 - Photographer
Oh! Darling performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the word “Oh!” or “darling” in the title.
Seraphina by Rachel Hartman
Strawberry Fields Forever , performed by Joe Anderson, Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a red cover, has a strawberry on it, or someone picks strawberries:
Grave Mercy by R.L. LaFevers
Revolution by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a revolution or someone gets in a fight:
Magic Slays by Ilona Andrews
While My Guitar Gently Weeps performed by Martin Luther McCoy & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with
An Enchanted Season by Maggie Shayne
Across the Universe performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book that is set in the future, involves space travel, or is from the genre of young adult:
The Host by Stephenie Meyer
Helter Skelter performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book where someone is crazy or someone is murdered:
Phantom Evil by Heather Graham
Happiness is a Warm Gun performed by Joe Anderson & Salma Hayek
Read a book with the word “happiness” or “warm” in the title. Or a has character who is an addict who goes into rehab.
Gunmetal Magic by Ilona Andrews - ***** - 2/15/2013
Blackbird performed by Rachel Wood
Read a book with a predominately black cover or has a black bird on the front:
The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner by Stephenie Meyer
Hey Jude performed by Joe Anderson
According to Wiki: This ballad evolved from "Hey Jules," widely accepted as being written to comfort John Lennon's son, Julian during his parents’ divorce. Read a book
Thanksgiving by Janet Evanovich
Don’t Let Me Down performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the words “Don’t” or “Down” in the title. Or where someone attends a rock concert:
Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs by Molly Harper - ***** - 6/28/2013
All You Need is Love performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with “love” in the title. Or where someone falls in love for the first time.
The Inn At Eagle Point by Sherryl Woods
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds performed by Bono & The Edge
Read a book with diamonds on the cover,
Skipping Christmas by John Grisham - ***** - 1/24/2013
Neat, Suzanne! Welcome to the challenge.
I give up on restraining myself, I wanna do this one too!Goal: 30/31
June 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
✓1.
A book with "girl" in the title
Or one about someone who makes promises
Character named: Jim
If You Stay - read 08/14/13Pax makes multiple promises to Mila
✓2.
On the cover: someone hugging
Or one where someone attends a dance
Lola and the Boy Next Door - read 06/17/13Lola attends a dance
✓3.
On the cover: someone kissing
Or a book where people correspond via the written word
Dash & Lily's Book of Dares - read 06/02/13Dash and Lily correspond through a red notebook
✓4.
On the cover: a close-up of a hand(s)
Or where a woman has left a abusive relationship
Or is on the way to New York
Character named: Theresa or Victoria
Where You Are - read 07/10/13A close-up of hands on the cover
✓5.
A book about a group of friends
Or someone who gets "high"
Or is a student
Character named: Joe or Max
Dare You To - read 07/02/13A book about friends; someone gets "high"; main characters are students
✓6.
A book where a character is waiting for someone
Or knows someone who was/is in the Vietnam War
Ruined - read 07/20/13Main characters are waiting for each other
✓7.
A book where someone falls in love at first sight or goes bowling
Or the word "fall" or "falling" appears in the title
I'll Be Here - read 08/08/13Willow has a memory of going bowling with Alex
✓8.
A book where someone is notified of someone's death
Or there is a riot
Or a character is a younger brother or gospel singer
Character named: Timothy, Mitch, or Carol
Under the Never Sky - read 06/13/13A character is notified of someone's death; riots are mentioned; Perry is a younger brother
✓9.
A book where someone goes to the airport
Or plays the guitar
Is a hippy, insane, or a pimp
Character named: Joe
Good For You - read 08/04/13Someone goes to the airport
✓10.
On the cover: a road
Erotica genre
Has a character that is a landlady
Character named: Dana
How My Summer Went Up in Flames - read 10/19/13On the cover is a road
✓11.
A book where someone is running from the police
Or falls in love
On the cover: someone who appears to be falling
Or reminds you of autumn
Losing Hope - read 07/17/17A book were the main characters fall in love
✓12.
A book that has the word "want" in the title
Someone is drafted, gets a physical, drives a taxi, or learns French
Anna and the French Kiss - read 06/04/13Anna learns to speak French
✓13.
A book where someone "comes out of the closet"
Or attends a protest
Character named: Prudence
Finding Cinderella - read 10/15/13The main characters literally "come out of the maintenance closet"
✓14.
On the cover: an airplane, spaceship, or some type of machine
Or a book where someone is a pilot
Scarlet - read 06/07/13Scarlet and Thorne are pilots
✓15.
A book with a predominantly blue cover
On the cover: a blue jay
Or someone has a secret
The Guise of a Gentleman - read 07/04/13Someone has a secret
16. I Am a Walrus
A book about a sea mammal (fictional or real/mermaids count)
On the cover: a cowboy hat or sunglasses
✓17.
A book about a circus (or someone attends one)
Fantasy genre
Or where a character flies a kite
Character named: Eddie
The Night Circus - read 07/31/13Fantasy genre; a book about a circus
✓18.
A book with the word "because" in the title
Or where characters skinny dip
Fall Guy - read 09/28/13A book where the characters skinny dip
✓19.
A book with the word "something" in the title
Or where a character is an artist
Saving Face - read 07/13/13Brent is a photographer
✓20.
A book with the word "Oh!" or "darling" in the title
Or a character is a singer
Jet - read 06/11/13Jet is the lead singer in a rock band
✓21.
A book with a red cover
On the cover: a strawberry
Or someone picks strawberries
Crash into You - read 12/08/13A book with a red cover
✓22.
A book with a revolution
Or someone gets in a fight
Obsidian - read 08/17/13There is a fight scene
✓23.
A book with a blue cover
On the cover: picture of a guitar or other musical instrument
Or one that makes you weep
My Unexpected Forever - read 09/19/13A book that makes me weep
✓24.
A book that is set in the future
Involves space travel
Young adult genre
Through the Ever Night - read 06/15/13Set in the future; young adult novel
✓25.
A book where someone is crazy
Or someone is murdered
Gone Girl - read 06/23/13The main characters are crazy; someone is murdered
✓26.
A book with the word "happiness" or "warm" in the title
Or has a character who is an addict that goes to rehab
On the cover: a gun
Between the Lines - read 06/30/13Has a character who is an addict that goes to rehab
✓27.
A book with a predominantly black cover
On the cover: a black bird
Opal - reada 08/20/13A book with a predominantly black cover
✓28.
A book with a child/children in it
Or where a couple is divorcing
Character named: Jude, Jules, or Julian
My Everything - read 06/30/13A book with a child in it
✓29.
A book with the words "don't" or "down" in the title
Or where someone attends a rock concert
Down London Road - read 09/05/13The "down" is in the title
✓30.
A book with "love" in the title
Or where someone falls in love for the first time
On the cover: a rooftop
On Dublin Street - read 06/23/13Someone falls in love for the first time
✓31.
On the cover: diamonds
Has a night sky that looks like diamonds
Character named: Lucy
Here Without You - read 08/08/13Character named Lucy - Reid's mother
Also adding this one in to the big fat mix of challenges I'm doing =)
It is! I'm glad you can't resist them, Kat. Welcome.
Start Date:6/8/20130/31
Girl:
Read a book with “girl” in the title. Or one about someone who makes “promises.” Or has a character named Jim.
Hold Me Tight:
Read a book with a cover showing someone hugging. Or one when some attends a dance.
All My Loving:
Read a book with a cover that showing someone kissing. Or a book where people correspond via the written word.
I Want to Hold Your Hand:
Read a book with a cover showing close-up of a hand(s). Or a novel where a woman has left an abusive relationship, is on the way to New York, or has a character named Teresa (various spellings) or Victoria.
With a Little Help From My Friends:
Read a book about a group of friends. Or some who gets “high,” is a student, or has a character named Joe or Max.
It Won’t Be Long:
Read a book where a character is waiting for someone. (view spoiler) Or knows someone who was/is in the Vietnam War.
I’ve Just Seen a Face:
Read a book where someone falls in love at first sight or goes bowling. Or the word “fall” or “falling” appears in the title.
Let It Be:
Read a book where someone if notified of someone’s death or there is a riot. A character is a younger brother or a gospel singer. Or is named Timothy, Mitch, or Carol.
Come Together:
Read a book where someone goes to the airport, plays the guitar, is a hippy, insane, or a pimp or named Joe.
Why Don’t We Do It in the Road:
Read a book with a road on the cover, the genre is erotica, has a character that is a landlady, or named Dana.
If I Fell:
Read a book were someone is running from the police or falls in love. Or the cover shows someone who appears to be falling, or it reminds you of autumn.
I Want You (She’s So Heavy):
Read a book has the word “want” in the title. Or where someone is drafted, gets a physical, drives a taxi, or learns French.
Dear Prudence:
Read a book where someone “comes out of the closet,” attends a protest, or is Prudence.
Flying:
Read a book with an airplane, spaceship or some type of machine on the cover. Or one where someone is a pilot.
Blue Jay Way:
Read a book with a predominantly blue cover, has a blue jay on it, or someone has a secret.
I Am a Walrus:
Read a book about a sea mammal (fictional or real, so mermaids accepted), or has a cowboy hat or sunglasses on the cover.
Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!:
Read a book about (or some attends) a circus. Or choose a book from the fantasy genre. Or where a character flies a kite, or is named Eddie.
Because:
Read a book with “because” in the title. Or where characters skinny dip.
Something:
Read a book with the word “something” in the title. Or where a character is an artist.
Oh! Darling:
Read a book with the word “Oh!” or “darling” in the title. Or where a character is a singer.
Strawberry Fields Forever:
Read a book with a red cover, has a strawberry on it, or someone picks strawberries.
Revolution:
Read a book with a revolution or someone gets in a fight.
While My Guitar Gently Weeps:
Read a book with a blue cover, has a picture of guitar or other musical instrument on the cover, or one that makes you weep.
Across the Universe:
Read a book that is set in the future, involves space travel, or is from the genre of young adult.
Helter Skelter:
Read a book where someone is crazy or someone is murdered.
Happiness is a Warm Gun:
Read a book with the word “happiness” or “warm” in the title. Or a has character who is an addict who goes into rehab. Or book with a gun on the cover.
Blackbird:
Read a book with a predominately black cover or has a black bird on the front.
Hey Jude:
According to Wiki: This ballad evolved from "Hey Jules," widely accepted as being written to comfort John Lennon's son, Julian during his parents’ divorce. Read a book with a child or children in it, or has a character named Jude, Jules, or Julian, or where a couple is divorcing.
Don’t Let Me Down:
Read a book with the words “Don’t” or “Down” in the title. Or where someone attends a rock concert.
All You Need is Love:
Read a book with “love” in the title. Or where someone falls in love for the first time. Or the cover shot is of a rooftop.
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds:
Read a book with diamonds on the cover, with a night sky that looks like diamonds, or has a character named Lucy.
Neat, Amanda! Welcome to the challenge.
Soundtrack Challenge: ~Across the Universe~Duration: Let It Be whatever you want.
Levels:
Totally Committed – Deluxe Edition Track: 31 books
Girl , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with “girl” in the title. Or one about someone who makes “promises.” Or has a character named Jim.
Hold Me Tight , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with a cover showing someone hugging. Or one when some attends a dance.
All My Loving , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a cover that showing someone kissing. Or a book where people correspond via the written word.
I Want to Hold Your Hand , performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book with a cover showing close-up of a hand(s). Or a novel where a woman has left an abusive relationship, is on the way to New York, or has a character named Teresa (various spellings) or Victoria.
With a Little Help From My Friends , performed by Joe Anderson & Jim Sturgess
Read a book about a group of friends. Or some who gets “high,” is a student, or has a character named Joe or Max.
It Won’t Be Long , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book where a character is waiting for someone. (view spoiler) Or knows someone who was/is in the Vietnam War.
I’ve Just Seen a Face , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book where someone falls in love at first sight or goes bowling. Or the word “fall” or “falling” appears in the title.
Let It Be , performed by Timothy T. Mitchum & Carol Woods
Read a book where someone if notified of someone’s death or there is a riot. A character is a younger brother or a gospel singer. Or is named Timothy, Mitch, or Carol.
Come Together , performed by Joe Crocker
Read a book where someone goes to the airport, plays the guitar, is a hippy, insane, or a pimp or named Joe.
Why Don’t We Do It in the Road , performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book with a road on the cover, the genre is erotica, has a character that is a landlady, or named Dana.
If I Fell , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book were someone is running from the police or falls in love. Or the cover shows someone who appears to be falling, or it reminds you of autumn.
I Want You (She’s So Heavy) , performed by Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs, & Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book has the word “want” in the title. Or where someone is drafted, gets a physical, drives a taxi, or learns French.
Dear Prudence
Read a book where someone “comes out of the closet,” attends a protest, or is Prudence.
Flying , performed by the Secret Machines
Read a book with an airplane, spaceship or some type of machine on the cover. Or one where someone is a pilot.
Blue Jay Way , performed by The Secret Machines
Read a book with a predominantly blue cover, has a blue jay on it, or someone has a secret.
I Am a Walrus , performed by Bono & The Secret Machines
Read a book about a sea mammal (fictional or real, so mermaids accepted), or has a cowboy hat or sunglasses on the cover.
Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite! , performed by Eddie Lizzard
Read a book about (or some attends) a circus. Or choose a book from the fantasy genre. Or where a character flies a kite, or is named Eddie.
Because , performed by Joe Anderson, Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, Jim Sturgess, and Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with “because” in the title. Or where characters skinny dip.
Something , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with the word “something” in the title. Or where a character is an artist.
Oh! Darling , performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the word “Oh!” or “darling” in the title. Or where a character is a singer.
Strawberry Fields Forever , performed by Joe Anderson, Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a red cover, has a strawberry on it, or someone picks strawberries.
Revolution , by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a revolution or someone gets in a fight.
While My Guitar Gently Weeps , performed by Martin Luther McCoy & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a blue cover, has a picture of guitar or other musical instrument on the cover, or one that makes you weep.
Across the Universe , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book that is set in the future, involves space travel, or is from the genre of young adult.
Helter Skelter , performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book where someone is crazy or someone is murdered.
Happiness is a Warm Gun , performed by Joe Anderson & Salma Hayek
Read a book with the word “happiness” or “warm” in the title. Or a has character who is an addict who goes into rehab. Or book with a gun on the cover.
Blackbird , performed by Rachel Wood
Read a book with a predominately black cover or has a black bird on the front.
Hey Jude , performed by Joe Anderson
According to Wiki: This ballad evolved from "Hey Jules," widely accepted as being written to comfort John Lennon's son, Julian during his parents’ divorce. Read a book with a child or children in it, or has a character named Jude, Jules, or Julian, or where a couple is divorcing.
Don’t Let Me Down , performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the words “Don’t” or “Down” in the title. Or where someone attends a rock concert.
All You Need is Love , performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with “love” in the title. Or where someone falls in love for the first time. Or the cover shot is of a rooftop.
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds , performed by Bono & The Edge
Read a book with diamonds on the cover, with a night sky that looks like diamonds, or has a character named Lucy.
I'm in!Level: Totally Committed - Deluxe Edition Track: 31 books
Start: 3/8/2015
End: 8/14/2015
Read: 31/31
Girl , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with “girl” in the title. Or one about someone who makes “promises.” Or has a character named Jim. Brisingr
Hold Me Tight , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with a cover showing someone hugging. Or one when someone attends a dance. OCD Love Story
All My Loving , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a cover that showing someone kissing. Or a book where people correspond via the written word. Inheritance
I Want to Hold Your Hand , performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book with a cover showing close-up of a hand(s). Or a novel where a woman has left an abusive relationship, is on the way to New York, or has a character named Teresa (various spellings) or Victoria. The Girl on the Train
With a Little Help From My Friends , performed by Joe Anderson & Jim Sturgess
Read a book about a group of friends. Or some who gets “high,” is a student, or has a character named Joe or Max.
Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy
It Won’t Be Long , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book where a character is waiting for someone. Or knows someone who was/is in the Vietnam War. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
I’ve Just Seen a Face , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book where someone falls in love at first sight or goes bowling. Or the word “fall” or “falling” appears in the title. Left behind: A Novel of the Earth's Last Days
Let It Be , performed by Timothy T. Mitchum & Carol Woods
Read a book where someone is notified of someone’s death or there is a riot. A character is a younger brother or a gospel singer. Or is named Timothy, Mitch, or Carol. Red Mist
Come Together , performed by Joe Crocker
Read a book where someone goes to the airport, plays the guitar, is a hippy, insane, or a pimp or named Joe. The Profiler
Why Don’t We Do It in the Road , performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book with a road on the cover, the genre is erotica, has a character that is a landlady, or named Dana. Go Ask Alice
If I Fell , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book were someone is running from the police or falls in love. Or the cover shows someone who appears to be falling, or it reminds you of autumn.
The Count of Monte Cristo
I Want You (She’s So Heavy) , performed by Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs, & Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book has the word “want” in the title. Or where someone is drafted, gets a physical, drives a taxi, or learns French. As Chimney Sweepers Come to Dust
Dear Prudence
Read a book where someone “comes out of the closet,” attends a protest, or is Prudence. The Bonfire of the Vanities
Flying , performed by the Secret Machines
Read a book with an airplane, spaceship or some type of machine on the cover. Or one where someone is a pilot. The Golden Compass
Blue Jay Way , performed by The Secret Machines
Read a book with a predominantly blue cover, has a blue jay on it, or someone has a secret.
This Doesn't Happen In The Movies
I Am a Walrus , performed by Bono & The Secret Machines
Read a book about a sea mammal (fictional or real, so mermaids accepted), or has a cowboy hat or sunglasses on the cover. September Girls
Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite! , performed by Eddie Lizzard
Read a book about (or some attends) a circus. Or choose a book from the fantasy genre. Or where a character flies a kite, or is named Eddie. Eldest
Because , performed by Joe Anderson, Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, Jim Sturgess, and Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with “because” in the title. Or where characters skinny dip. The Probability of Miracles
Something , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with the word “something” in the title. Or where a character is an artist. Something Real
Oh! Darling , performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the word “Oh!” or “darling” in the title. Or where a character is a singer. If You're Reading This, It's Too Late
Strawberry Fields Forever , performed by Joe Anderson, Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a red cover, has a strawberry on it, or someone picks strawberries. Cruel Beauty
Revolution , by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a revolution or someone gets in a fight. Only the Good Spy Young
While My Guitar Gently Weeps , performed by Martin Luther McCoy & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a blue cover, has a picture of guitar or other musical instrument on the cover, or one that makes you weep. Out of Sight, Out of Time
Across the Universe , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book that is set in the future, involves space travel, or is from the genre of young adult.
Cinder
Helter Skelter , performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book where someone is crazy or someone is murdered. United We Spy
Happiness is a Warm Gun , performed by Joe Anderson & Salma Hayek
Read a book with the word “happiness” or “warm” in the title. Or a has character who is an addict who goes into rehab. Or book with a gun on the cover. Sure Signs of Crazy
Blackbird , performed by Rachel Wood
Read a book with a predominately black cover or has a black bird on the front. Confessions of a Murder Suspect
Hey Jude , performed by Joe Anderson
According to Wiki: This ballad evolved from "Hey Jules," widely accepted as being written to comfort John Lennon's son, Julian during his parents’ divorce. Read a book with a child or children in it, or has a character named Jude, Jules, or Julian, or where a couple is divorcing.
The Devil's Arithmetic
Don’t Let Me Down , performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the words “Don’t” or “Down” in the title. Or where someone attends a rock concert. Don't Judge a Girl by Her Cover
All You Need is Love , performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with “love” in the title. Or where someone falls in love for the first time. Or the cover shot is of a rooftop. The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender
Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds , performed by Bono & The Edge
Read a book with diamonds on the cover, with a night sky that looks like diamonds, or has a character named Lucy.
The Bone Bed
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Welcome to the challenge Kim and Lisa Marie ☺
Mod
I'm
Totally Committed
to this challenge!
**COMPLETED LATE 11/1/24)Completed: 24
Levels:
Holding Hands: 5 books-2/26/23***
First Kiss: 6 - 12 books
Groovy – Standard Edition Track: 13-20 books.
Out of This World: 21-30 books
Totally Committed – Deluxe Edition Track: 31 books
Rules: Audiobooks, anthologies, and re-reads are fine. Post as you go, or all at once. Indicate your total near the top of your post, preferably in bold. Thanks! Example: 3/5 for three books read out of a planned five.
Spell It Out option: Choose one of the following song titles to spell out with book titles, series titles and authors. Or choose your favorite soundtrack to spell!
With a Twist: Choose from the categories below, but spell out a song title.
**Girl , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with “girl” in the title. Or one about someone who makes “promises.” Or has a character named Jim-Girls Just Wanna Have Funds: A Feminist Guide to Investing-7/25/23
**Hold Me Tight , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with a cover showing someone hugging. Or one when some attends a dance-Blaze-2/26/23
**All My Loving , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a cover that showing someone kissing. Or a book where people correspond via the written word.-The Kiss Quotient-3/9/23
**I Want to Hold Your Hand , performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book with a cover showing close-up of a hand(s). Or a novel where a woman has left an abusive relationship, is on the way to New York, or has a character named Teresa (various spellings) or Victoria-Love in the Time of Serial Killers-5/1/23
**With a Little Help From My Friends , performed by Joe Anderson & Jim Sturgess
Read a book about a group of friends. Or some who gets “high,” is a student, or has a character named Joe or Max-The Unlikeable Demon Hunter-4/15/23
**It Won’t Be Long , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book where a character is waiting for someone. (view spoiler) Or knows someone who was/is in the Vietnam War-It Ends with Us-2/23/24
**I’ve Just Seen a Face , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book where someone falls in love at first sight or goes bowling. Or the word “fall” or “falling” appears in the title-Love on the Brain-11/1/24
**Let It Be , performed by Timothy T. Mitchum & Carol Woods
Read a book where someone if notified of someone’s death or there is a riot. A character is a younger brother or a gospel singer. Or is named Timothy, Mitch, or Carol.-Rogue's Passion-2/16/23
**Come Together , performed by Joe Crocker
Read a book where someone goes to the airport, plays the guitar, is a hippy, insane, or a pimp or named Joe- (airport)-Devil in a Black Suit-3/17/23
**Why Don’t We Do It in the Road , performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book with a road on the cover, the genre is erotica, has a character that is a landlady, or named Dana-Long Road Home-4/9/23
**If I Fell , performed by Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book were someone is running from the police or falls in love. Or the cover shows someone who appears to be falling, or it reminds you of autumn-Dark Witch-6/9/23
**I Want You (She’s So Heavy) , performed by Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs, & Teresa Victoria Carpio
Read a book has the word “want” in the title. Or where someone is drafted, gets a physical, drives a taxi, or learns French-Devious Minds-6/12/23
**Dear Prudence
Read a book where someone “comes out of the closet,” attends a protest, or is Prudence-Bright Young Women-1/1/24
**Flying , performed by the Secret Machines
Read a book with an airplane, spaceship or some type of machine on the cover. Or one where someone is a pilot-The Bride Test-4/5/23
**Blue Jay Way , performed by The Secret Machines
Read a book with a predominantly blue cover, has a blue jay on it, or someone has a secret-The Office BFFs: Tales of The Office from Two Best Friends Who Were There
**I Am a Walrus , performed by Bono & The Secret Machines
Read a book about a sea mammal (fictional or real, so mermaids accepted), or has a cowboy hat or sunglasses on the cover-The Black Witch-2/17/23 (Selkie)
**Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite! , performed by Eddie Lizzard
Read a book about (or some attends) a circus. Or choose a book from the fantasy genre. Or where a character flies a kite, or is named Eddie-The Crown of Gilded Bones-4/2/23
**Because , performed by Joe Anderson, Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, Jim Sturgess, and Evan Rachel Wood
Read a book with “because” in the title. Or where characters skinny dip-Book Lovers-2/19/23
**Something , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with the word “something” in the title. Or where a character is an artist-River Woman, River Demon-3/17/23
**Oh! Darling , performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the word “Oh!” or “darling” in the title. Or where a character is a singer-Satisfaction Guaranteed-7/28/23
**Strawberry Fields Forever , performed by Joe Anderson, Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a red cover, has a strawberry on it, or someone picks strawberries-One of Us Is Next-5/4/23
**Revolution , by Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a revolution or someone gets in a fight-Light Mage-3/12/23
**While My Guitar Gently Weeps , performed by Martin Luther McCoy & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with a blue cover, has a picture of guitar or other musical instrument on the cover, or one that makes you weep-The Becoming-3/17/23
**Across the Universe , performed by Jim Sturgess
Read a book that is set in the future, involves space travel, or is from the genre of young adult-Wandfasted-2/23/23
**Helter Skelter , performed by Dana Fuchs
Read a book where someone is crazy or someone is murdered-Mexican Gothic-3/8/23
**Happiness is a Warm Gun , performed by Joe Anderson & Salma Hayek
Read a book with the word “happiness” or “warm” in the title. Or a has character who is an addict who goes into rehab. Or book with a gun on the cover.-The House Across the Lake-5/22/23
**Blackbird , performed by Rachel Wood
Read a book with a predominately black cover or has a black bird on the front-The Shadow Wand-4/26/23
**Hey Jude , performed by Joe Anderson
According to Wiki: This ballad evolved from "Hey Jules," widely accepted as being written to comfort John Lennon's son, Julian during his parents’ divorce. Read a book with a child or children in it, or has a character named Jude, Jules, or Julian, or where a couple is divorcing-Finlay Donovan Is Killing It-5/4/23
**Don’t Let Me Down , performed by Dana Fuchs & Martin Luther McCoy
Read a book with the words “Don’t” or “Down” in the title. Or where someone attends a rock concert-Good Girls Don’t Die-1/28/24
**All You Need is Love , performed by Teresa Victoria Carpio, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy, & Jim Sturgess
Read a book with “love” in the title. Or where someone falls in love for the first time. Or the cover shot is of a rooftop-The Iron Flower-4/2/23
**Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds , performed by Bono & The Edge
Read a book with diamonds on the cover, with a night sky that looks like diamonds, or has a character named Lucy-The House in the Cerulean Sea-5/2/23
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Love on the Brain (other topics)It Ends with Us (other topics)
Good Girls Don’t Die (other topics)
Bright Young Women (other topics)
Satisfaction Guaranteed (other topics)
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Authors mentioned in this topic
Molly Harper (other topics)Amanda Quick (other topics)
Rachel Hartman (other topics)
Barack Obama (other topics)
John Grisham (other topics)
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