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2012 January - Pick It For Me! Challenge
I debated about whether I should join the Jan 2012 PIFM. Just thinking about how much school/class work I'm going to be doing next year is enough to make me want to run off to Aruba & never come back. But I've never been very good at resisting temptation. So...I'm in & a Snake.
bout spit out my coke when I was Gigi was a cock...that was just uber-funny for some reason
It's not just me then. I too found it funny - dunno why.Dee wrote: "bout spit out my coke when I was Gigi was a cock...that was just uber-funny for some reason"
Dee wrote: "bout spit out my coke when I was Gigi was a cock...that was just uber-funny for some reason"LOL!!! I know! However, I'm sure its not the first time I've been referred to as a cock! LOL
i have never done this challenge before, so please bear with me. I would like to give it a go and I am a cock
Oh no cocks are getting ahead of us, I think our pack should attack :)
We dragons are above these petty issues. ;)
OK! All done and accounted for in post #2. If I've missed anyone, please let me know ;) 10 hours to go for those (not) counting.
i hate to wait when it's already 29th here. aghhrr hate te time difference, now have to wait 9 more hours awake and working!!!
So I am a fire snake which I didn't know and it says that "I am persuasive and especially good at convincing others that my ways are best". I apparently get along with all you cocks. Kind of funny that I am incompatible with Pigs and Monkeys. My mother is a pig and my son is a monkey.
Vi wrote: "We dragons are above these petty issues. ;)"Word!
2 hours till the sign-ups close. I'll post the rules early.. maybe in an hour.
well yay! sign-ups close in 2 hours...which means I can do my picks as work as well!! whee!!
no, because I am as well!! I love this time of the month
lol...I must have been typing my comment as Vi was
No more excited than me!! The clock doesn't seem to move any faster.
I can't keep the US times straight. Especially with the DST. I could have sworn PST was 12 hours behind me but now it seems it is 15 hours behind.
aaghhhh i am in the middle somewhere and in the middle of the working day checking constantly to see if it is time already! but noooo still almost 2hours to go!!! it's not sad at all christine, we all are as you can see, i love this part of the challenge the most.
i just use timeanddate.com (i think it is)...plug in your location, and where you need the time for and you'll be good to go
Yep, I use that website to find the time as well.
Do your signs mention anything about being impatient ladies? Cause I'm very patient..... yup..... that's me...... waiting patiently, cause I don't have that problem... not at all...
You know, funnily enough it doesn't mention for Dogs. You'd have thought dogs would have had patience in abundance, right?Christine, I imagine you're NOT a water Ox, right? 'Cos they're supposed to be patient. They're the only ox that seems to be patient though.
I am a Fire Horse- seems I am very opinionated and always eager for change. Well, my opinion is I can't wait to see the picks in 15 short minutes!
Fran wrote: "I am a Fire Horse- seems I am very opinionated and always eager for change. Well, my opinion is I can't wait to see the picks in 15 short minutes!"LOL Fran!
Actually, it turns out I am a water ox!!
Sign-Ups are now closed. Randomizer all ready-to-go. Pairings will be up in 5 mins!
Diane, I'll do your picks now if I can or tomorrow morning (it's about 11:20 pm here), say, in about 12 hours.
Woohoo! I'm picking for you Vi!You'll have your recs within an hour or so (if nothing comes up at work!)
Great, DG! I love waking up to PIFM recs but no pressure. :P
My post disappeared - but LOL, Christine. So the other way to look at is: the PIFM will make even the most patient of all oxen to be impatient??Christine wrote: "Actually, it turns out I am a water ox!!"
Vi wrote: "My post disappeared - but LOL, Christine. So the other way to look at is: the PIFM will make even the most patient of all oxen to be impatient??Christine wrote: "Actually, it turns out I am a wat..."
Hey! I think I've been quite patient. Just a little excited is all. : P
Hi, Jojo. Here are your picks for January. I hope you find something you enjoy. I will be happy to repick if you want. :)
Welcome the New Year
1. First Day: The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty by A.N. Roquelaure This one's pretty much out of everyone I know who's read its comfort zone! :)
2. Second Day:Caressed by Ice by Nalini Singh. I saw you gave 5 stars to the first two books in the Psy-changeling series. So I'm thinking you'll love Judd and Brenna's story too!
3. Third Day: Q is for Quarry by Sue Grafton (618 pages, whew!)
During the New Year
4. Goodbye, Rabbit!:A Heart to Mend by Myne Whitman. Wow! You're one of the few people I know who has heard of A Heart to Mend!! That is so cool! Set in Lagos, Nigeria.
5. Welcome, Dragon!: No Place to Run by Maya Banks
6. Poor Cat: Ruthless I really enjoyed this one.
7. Pass the Luck Around: Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison
Celebrate The New Year (Buddy Reads)
8. Spread The Love:
Bitten by Kelley Armstrong
Blood Bound by Rachel Vincent
Touch the Dark by Karen Chance
9. Lantern Festival:
The Queen's Bastard by C.E. Murphy
Bewitching the Werewolf by Caroline Hanson
Mia's Scandal by Michelle Reid
Hi Dawn (Kat N Hat)!I will have your picks up later this afternoon- I've already started looking through your shelves and it seems we share a love for PNR :)
Hi Vi!Among all my friends, you have the highest compatibility rating with me: 87%!! So I think you will be bound to find something below you like. :)
WELCOME THE NEW YEAR
1. First Day (Out of comfort zone): Even though you seem to read many genres, you don't seem to have many classics or m/m in your shelves.
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury - Here I recommend one of my absolute favorites, a classic dystopia written in the 50s which is just timeless.
One of Those Days by Zathyn Priest - Just in case you are open to try some m/m romance, here's a short freebie which is very funny and touching at the same time. It's graphic, though.
2. Second Day (Favorite well-rated on-going series): Next books in two very good series that we both enjoy. :) Lover Unbound by J.R. Ward OR Hexed by Kevin Hearne
3. Third Day (Long Book from TBR): Two different books but very good in their own way:
Outlander by Diana Gabaldon (850 pgs) - A mix of Time Travel, Historical Fiction and like a million other genres, this is a must read. The beginning is very slow and I sort of hated Claire during most of it but she makes up for her behavior in the rest of the series.
The Host by Stephenie Meyer (619 pgs) - I know you didn't like the Twilight series (me neither) but this is a very different book and sooo good! I wanted to re-read it the moment I finished it.
DURING THE NEW YEAR
4. Goodbye, Rabbit! (Book set in different country than pickee):
In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez - I figured I should recommend you a book set in my country. Based on real historical events with 3 very strong women as main characters.
Ready Player One by Ernest Cline - One of my favorite books of this year! If you can please try it in audio!
5. Welcome, Dragon! (HOT cover/Hot Book):
Wicked Burn by Beth Kery - Very hot but also have a very good plot
Nothing Ever Happens by Sue Brown - This is another M/M romance which a bunch of us will be buddy reading this month. Let me know if you want to join us!
6. Poor Cat (Neglected Book from TBR):
Don't be concerned these books won't live up to the hype. They are both very gooood, specially the first one (which was my favorite book of 2010 and one I'm planning to re-read soon.)
The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss OR The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
7. Pass the Luck Around (recommended to me):
Both are fantasy, recommended recently by friends. Loved them both and can't wait to read the next in the series. The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch OR The Battle Sylph by L.J. McDonald
CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR (BUDDY READS)
8. Spread The Love (books/series I'm psyched to read in the New Year):
I've heard great things about both of these books and can't wait to read them.
Angelfall by Susan Ee OR Beast by Judith Ivory
9. Lantern Festival (books from your TBR that caught my eye):
I've heard recently of both of these books and took it as a sign when I saw you had them on your shelves. Lord of Snow and Shadows by Sarah Ash OR Heart Of Stone by C.E. Murphy
Just let me know if you are interested in doing any of the buddy reads.
Hi Suzanne. I’ve got your picks ready. I just noticed that they are very heavy in urban fantasy and paranormal romance, so if you want me to take another shot at it and pick some different genres, just let me know. There’s plenty to pick from on your TBR shelf!
1. First Day: This ‘comfort zone’ category is always hard for me. I’m going to recommend The Scent of Shadows by Vicki Pettersson or Nightlife by Rob Thurman, just because they are so different from other UF series I’ve read and I really like them both.
2. Second Day: You’ve given great ratings to J.D. Robb and Jim Butcher, so how about continuing with Conspiracy in Death or Small Favor? (I just started Small Favor myself last night!). I also noticed that you’ve started one of my absolute favorite series, so you could continue with Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs.
3. Third Day: At 1276 pages, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas is certainly long.
During the New Year
4. Goodbye, Rabbit!: In Bed with a Highlander by Maya Banks. I did a buddy read of this one in November and really enjoyed it.
5. Welcome, Dragon!:
You’ve read the first book from my favorite yummy hot series, so how about trying book 2, Visions of Heat by Nalini Singh
Or since it is the Year of the Dragon, how about Dragon Actually by G.A. Aiken (I actually haven’t read this one myself, but plan to get to it sometime in January.)
6. Poor Cat:
I’m going to recommend some of my favorites that you haven’t gotten to yet:
Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews (This first book starts out slowly but about 60 or so pages in, it really takes off.)
Mark of the Demon by Diana Rowland
Tempting Danger by Eileen Wilks
(The last two are good choices if you like mysteries and/or police procedurals.)
7. Pass the Luck Around:
Two books that were recommended by friends and that have become series that I just love are Hammered by Kevin Hearne and Queen of Shadows by Dianne Sylvan.
Celebrate The New Year (Buddy Reads)
8. Spread The Love: Two series that I’m excited to start in January, and that I see you have in your TBR shelf also, are Spider's Bite by Jennifer Estep and First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones.
9. Lantern Festival: I’ve been meaning to explore some historical romance so how about Wicked Intentions by Elizabeth Hoyt?
Or a series that I’ve heard so much about, but haven’t gotten around to myself:
A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole (A few folks have recommended to me to skip the prequel The Warlord Wants Forever)
I’m up for buddy reads of any of the four I’ve recommended.
Happy Holidays, Cathy (US)! I must say, it was a little difficult picking for you. You've rated 4 & 5 stars to almost every (234) books we have read that are in common. It made it a little hard for me to figure out which genre/author you enjoyed more or if you liked them all. Anyway, here are my picks for you. Excluding #2, every book I'm rec'ing is on your TBR shelf. I hope that you'll find something you're interested in reading. ^_^Welcome the New Year
1. First Day: Sleeping with Strangers by Eric Jerome Dickey~The only genre you seem to have read little of is Fiction. Therefore, I'm recommending one of my favorite Urban Fiction novels to you.
2. 2nd Day: Immortal Rider by Larissa Ione
3. 3rd Day: The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger~This book made me cry buckets.
During the New Year
4. Goodbye, Rabbit: The Prize by Julie Garwood~Garwood is one my absolute favorite old school romance authors. How many times have I re-read her historicals? Enough that almost all of them are falling apart. ^_^
5. Welcome, Dragon: Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison~Don't let the cheesy cover fool you-this book is HOT.
6. Poor Cat: Unholy Ghosts by Stacia Kane
7. Pass the Luck Around: On the Edge by Ilona Andrews~A caveat: I am utterly & unashamedly in love with the incredible duo, Ilona Andrews. I would happily have their babies if only they'd give me a chance! Our love affair (that no one understands & everyone believes I'm delusional because of) started with this book that a friend rec'd to me last year.
Celebrate the New Year
8. Spread the Love: Lothaire by Kresley Cole
9. Lantern Festival: A Lady's Lesson in Scandal by Meredith Duran
Hi Cacophony! I was a little worried when I first delved into your shelves because it seemed as if you'd already read all the books I'd recommend to you. Thankfully, however, I found plenty more :) I'm not to good at rec'ing only one book per category so here's your extended list...Welcome The New Year
1. First Day: You're like me and don't really have a defined comfort zone, so here are a few you might not choose on your own... Comfort Food by Kitty Thomas, I think this book would be out of everyone's comfort zone, but it's well worth the read. It was a 5-star for me. Also just outside the romance genre is The Last Werewolf by Glen Duncan. Although there is a romance in the story, this is definitely not PNR. What it is is a very entertaining read.
2. Second Day: I'm a huge Ilona Andrews fan, so since you enjoyed the Magic Bites series, try some of their other work. Silent Blade and Silver Shark are two short stories that read like full length novels. You also have On the Edge on your tbr, it's the first of another great series.
3. Third Day: Outlander by Diana Gabaldon, I try to recommend this for every PIFM and pretty much every chance I get. It's my all time fav!
During The New Year
4. Goodbye, Rabbit!: Archangel isn't even in this realm so I guess it works for not set in your country :) If you're looking for something more reality based, my other all time favorite read is Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden.
5. Welcome, Dragon!: Dragon Down Under, Hot cover with a dragon to boot. A hot read from your tbr, Naked by Megan Hart. A hot read that's new to you, Midnight Man by Lisa Marie Rice. (I still think about the first sex scene in that book)
6. Poor Cat: You still have two of my favorite Judith McNaught books on your tbr, A Kingdom of Dreams and Once and Always. Get on it!
7. Pass the Luck Around: When Dee was my PIFM partner way back when, she recommended Faith & Fidelity, it was a great read and I try to pay it forward whenever I get the chance. Thanks Dee! First Grave on the Right was a book club pick and I also like to pass it on as well.
Celebrate The New Year
8. Spread the Love: January 19th, Fifty Shades Freed, 'nuf said!
9. Lantern Festival: Two books I've been wanting to read, but haven't added to my tbr... Cut & Run and High Stakes. Maybe I should get on that.
Ok, I hope you find something on this list you'll want to read. It was certainly a pleasure playing in your shelves. Happy Reading!!
Hi Karen H!Here are your picks, hopefully you like them. If not I will try again!
Happy Reading!
Welcome the New Year
1. First Day: Twice Loved by Lori Copeland. This is a very sweet Christian-fiction book. I was pleasantly surprised that I liked it, it was not preachy what so ever!
2. Second Day: Whispers in the Dark by Maya Banks. You rated the first 2 in the series very high! I am definitely adding these to my TBR!
3. Third Day: The Host by Stephanie Meyer. This is one of your longest books..619 pages.
During the Year
4. Goodbye, Rabbit!: Darkfever by Karen Moning. Very good book to a great series set in Ireland!
5. Welcome, Dragon!: Giving Chase by Lauren Dane. All around HOT book and the rest of the series is the same!!
6. Poor Cat: Too Much Temptation by Lori Foster. One of my all time faves, both author and book!
7. Pass the Luck Around: Backstage Pass by Olivia Cunning. Don't remember who or why this book was recommended to me...but I am glad it was!
Celebrate the New Year
8. Spread the Love: Beyond the Highland Mist by Karen Moning. Read her Fever series, now I was thinking of starting the Higlander one!
9. Lantern Festival: Surrender by Pamela Clare. Looks very interesting!
**Let me know soon if you decide in either of the buddy reads!**
hi LauraHere are some picks for you, hopefully one of them works, if not, lemme know and i'll see what else I can do
Welcome the New Year
1. First Day
it was hard figuring out if you had a comfort zone because you didn't have a lot on your read shelves...so I figured a few...
From the classics - Agnes Grey - I have a love/hate relationship with the Bronte sisters and plan on listening to this one this month
The Name of the Star - I saw you read a lot of UF, but this apparently also has a horrow twist and you only had a few of those on your shelf
Nothing Ever Happens - this is probably wayyy out of your comfort zone, but we have been doing a m/m buddy read each month and this is going to be the book for January
2. Second Day
Looking at your read list, I saw you had quite a few Richelle Mead on your self, so how about either Bloodlines which is a spin-off of her VA series, or Succubus Blues which is the first book in her Georgina Kincaid series
You could also try Poison Study - the first in Maria Snyder's study series, since I saw you liked her Glass series or Black Ice since I saw you had previously read and liked anne stuart (this one is a contemp, not a historical however)
3. Third Day
I love long books, becuase I feel like I get to know the characters so well...so here are some long books for you...i've only read 1 of these, but the other 2 are on my to-read lists
A Clash of Kings
The Bronze Horseman (I just finished this up the other week and loved it and plan to read the second one in January)
Kushiel's Chosen
During the New Year
4. Goodbye Rabbit
I love find books set in different countries, 2 that I've read in the last year and really enjoyed were: Between Shades of Gray (Lithuania and Siberia during WW2) or The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (Sweden)
5. Welcome Dragon
or
- need I say any more...6. Poor Cat
Sunshine - i've heard good things about this book, but haven't read it
Room - this was an interesting book, I actually listened to the audio which was narrated by a kid which was interesting
7. Pass the Luck Around
Two of my favorite books this year were recommended to me by a friend in another group, Beautiful Disaster and Letters From Home
Celebrate the New Year
8. Spread the Love
I have these 2 on the pile for January if you are interested in reading them with me - When She Woke (futuristic dystopia) or Daughter of Smoke and Bone (YA Fantasy)
9. Lantern Festival
Ohh lots of books on your shelf that i'm interested in, specifically, Sinful or Leviathan
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Dee ~ I can't speak for the other 2 goats but I'm a goat in the "regular" zodiac too as..."
nope, I'm a libra :)