Mineola Library's 2012 FALL Reading Challenge discussion
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I thought this a cute story.
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I like this cover!
tsk 1.10The Raven and Other PoemsI thought his poems are about sadness and loss of loved ones. I think his poetry is about lonesomely in his life.
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I thought his poems are about sadness and loss of loved ones. I think his poetry is about lonesomely in his life.
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This is a nice collection of poetry, but it doesn't fit the choice of options assigned for this task.
You could move it to 6.5 and use it for option 1. There are the letters O,R,E,O in the title.
If you move it there, you will still need to read one more book from either options 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 .... this task would give you more tickets and a greater chance of winning the grand prize. Let me know if you decide to move this book.
Task 1.1 277 pages re-read Ugly Ways
I first read this book in 1997. I still have it and realized that the silhouettte on the cover fits the challenge so I re-read it. My overall take remains the same; this story "challenges the stereotypical image of the African-American mother"
1.5"Chasing Amanda" by Melissa Foster-pages 378 I have had this on my reading list since December. Great read.This story is about every parent's nightmare-the abduction of one of their children. Molly witnessed the abduction of Amanda,first as a vision, then an actuality. She moves with her family to a small town of Boyds to escape the memories and rebuild her marriage. However, she may have jumped out of the fry pan only to land in the fire. For soon after another young girl is missing and this time Molly is resolved to find her. It has a most unusual ending.
task 1.2Three Stories You Can Read to Your Cat I thought it was a cute book . It was a entertaining book for kids to read.pgs.48
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What were the stories about? I read to my cat all the time ... he likes most anything I guess. :)
Suzanne wrote: "Susan wrote: "task 1.2Three Stories You Can Read to Your Cat I thought it was a cute book . It was a entertaining book for kids to read.pgs.48"
What were the stories about? I read to my cat all ..."
1.3 Possession The Lover's Knot (Someday Quilts Mystery, #1) O'Donohue, Clare 293
This was a story about a woman making a life-changing decision in her life. It's complicated with a murder but it's a nice story - easy and quick to read. I think Jennifer Chiaverini's quilting books go a bit more in depth about the characters and that makes them a bit more interesting. Good to read in between more intense books. I’ll probably read the next in this series but hope a little bit more happens.
It is a mystery more than a quilt book. The chapters are short so it is easy to read and put down but as the book went on I found it hard to put it down as I wanted to know what happened. It was an enjoyable read.
1.6 Let's Hear it for the Boys Read a book from the shelves of any male member.
20. Catching Fire
Collins, Suzanne 400 pages
This was on Kevin’s list.
Picking up where book one ended, Katniss and Peeta return home to their district as victors.
While The Hunger Games focuses on Katniss's struggles to survive, Catching Fire is more focused on her efforts to save the lives of others.
The physical violence is slighltly less pronounced than in "Hunger Games," but psychological violence takes its place.
Another stay-up-all-night-to-finish selection.. I enjoyed this one even more than the first one, since I was already familiar with and attached to the characters. It really took will-power to get some sleep instead of immediately beginning Mocking Jay!
1.9 - Communing With NatureRead a book that has a tree on the cover
The Mostly True Story of Jack Barnhill, Kelly 323
Jack has been ingnored all his life – not only by his parents by most other people as well. He is sent to stay with his aunt and uncle in Hazlewood, Iowa during his parent’s seperation. After he arrives, he suddenly has friends – and enemies. He witnessed strange occurrences but doesn’t know what to make of them until he finds out about the magical forces at work and begins to understand his role in the struggle between good and evil .
1.8 Good Minds Suggest Good Minds Suggest read a book by one of the authors featured or a book that they recommend..
In Bed" with Harlan Coben
Kinsey Millhone series by Sue Grafton
"F" is for Fugitive Grafton, Sue 261 pages
Kinsey find herself in Floral Beach, California when a father hires her to find the real killer of the teenager is sons is ac-cused of murdering seventeen years ago. As she investigates, the dirty secrets of the town are unearthed, and the killer is willing to kill again to keep the past buried.
1.7 The Devil Made Me Do ItRead a book with the word "devil" or "hell" in the title or subtitle OR a book with the devil as a significant character or set in hell.
Required: If the connection is not obvious in the GR description, please explain how your book fits the task when you post.
The first book I’ve read by Paul Coelho.
This book is a story about temptation, choices, and the forces of Good and Evil inside each person
Coelho has you guessing until the end about what the protagonist will do, and guessing what you would do if you were in the situation.
1.5 Too Long To-Do List Read one of the books that have been on your to-read pile for too long.
42. Mister Monday (Keys to the Kingdom #1) Nix. Garth
Arthur Penhaligon is given possession of a clock hand that draws him into a conflict between supernatural agents battling for control of the “will” the governs the realm. He embarks on a strange journey which takes him to differ-ent realms and dangerous adventures with mysterious creatures
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Read a book with the word "devil" or "hell" in the title or subtitle OR a book with the devil as a significant character or set in hell.
Required: If the connection is ..."
You are referring to The Devil and Miss Prym, I believe.
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Mineola Library's 2012 FALL Reading Challenge
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Comeback: A Mother and Daughter's Journey Through Hell and Back (other topics)I, Lucifer (other topics)
The Devil and Miss Prym (other topics)
Three Stories You Can Read to Your Cat (other topics)
Ugly Ways (other topics)
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1.2 Get Caught Reading May is Get Caught Reading month. Read a book with an image of a book on the cover or the word "book" or "read" in the title or subtitle. Plurals, possessives, variations (booked, reading, reader, etc.) and compound words (cookbook, bookworm, bookshop, handbook, proofread, etc.) all work. ex. The Book of Lost Fragrances, Just My Type A Book about Fonts, The Bookshop, The Reader, Reading Lolita in Tehran
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1.3 Possession- Read a book with a word in the possessive form Examples: The Handmaid's Tale The French Lieutenant's Woman Someone Else's Life The Dead Girl's Dance Mallory's Choice
1.4 I Love Paris in the Spring Time I love Paris in the fall.... Read a book set in France, written by a French author or a book originally written in French. Ex: The Paris Wife, Revolution, Around the World in Eighty Days The Last Brother
These resources may help Best French Literature, Books About Paris, France in Contemporary Fiction, French Authors Francophone Literature. As with all GR lists, not all books that appear may work for this task.
1.5 Too Long To-Do List The first week of March is National Procrastination Week, but since it's been postponed until next season...work on that to-read pile. Read one of the books that has been on your to-read pile for too long.
1.6 Let's Hear it for the Boys Read a book from the shelves of any male member. The “boys” in our group are certainly outnumbered, but they have read some interesting books. Checkout the books posted by past male competitors and read one of the books they have listed on their “read” shelf. Be sure to include whose shelf you chose your book from. If they haven't posted yet for this season be sure to leave them a message inviting them to rejoin. Choose from this list of male members who have posted in previous challenges.
D.M.
Robert
Kevin
Lance
George
Evan
1.7 The Devil Made Me Do It: Read a book with the word "devil" or "hell" in the title or subtitle OR a book with the devil as a significant character or set in hell. Common synonyms work- Lucifer, Satan, "Prince of Darkness", infernal, underworld, Hades, purgatory, etc. Ex. Blue-Eyed Devil, I Lucifer Finally the Other Side of the Story, Satan's Stone, The Infernals, Come Back A Mother and Daughter's Journey Through Hell and Back, The Hades Factor, The Master and Margarita Less common synonyms may work- please check at the help thread. Plurals and possessives work.
Required: If the connection is not obvious in the GR description, please explain how your book fits the task when you post.
1.8 Good Minds Suggest Using the Goodreads Newsletter column Good Minds Suggest read a book by one of the authors featured or a book that they recommend. If the author recommends a series you may read any book in the series.
Required: Please indicate the author who recommended your choice when you post
1.9 - Communing With Nature
In 2012, the 27th of April will bring the celebration of Arbor Day. Yes, this is a holiday we've all heard of but probably never celebrated much. Go out and commune with nature like our ancient ancestors did and while you enjoy the shade of a nice tree read a book that has a tree on the cover, or a book that has a type of tree in its title .. Here are some links to help you: Trees on Covers and Tree Index Although it's cliche, if you want to plant a tree in the backyard (or a dozen!) feel free to do so. Nature lovers, this is the holiday you've been waiting for!
1.10 - April is National Poetry Month
Choose one of the following options:
Option 1: Visit the Poetry & Literature page online at The Library of Congress. There are many interesting things to learn here. Read a book of poetry by one of the Library's Poet Laureates. The Poet Laureate is appointed annually by the Librarian of Congress and serves from October to May. This year's Poet Laureate is Philip Levine. You will see a link to past Poet Laureates and there are many to choose from. I wish I had time to read them all!
Option 2: Poetry for children can be fun for all ages, especially when accompanied by beautiful illustrations. Choose a book from Lee Bennett Hopkins Poetry Award List