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For the "Black Eyed Peas" book - would a brewery owner be acceptable? They do serve food also.
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11/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
Navy Rules - Geri Krotow (HS #1786 - June 2012) 5/26/2012 (pilot)2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Real Men Will - Victoria Dahl (HQN - Nov 2011) 05/28/2012 (brewery/brewpub)5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
High Noon - Debra Webb (HI #1354 - June 2012) 05/28/2012 (obsession)8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.
Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis (Brava - Feb 2009) 05/23/2012 (outdoors)18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South
19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.
20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.
Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeMay 15th - August 14th, 2012
4/20 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots --Such a Rush by Jennifer Echols
3. Kings of Leon --Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter
4. Black Eyed Peas --Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
6. Green Day --Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
7. Incubus --Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead
8. Jane's Addiction --Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone
9. Muse --The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
10. Paramore --If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
11. Rage Against the Machine --The Syndicate by Shelena Shorts
12. Sublime --Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent
13. The White Stripes --Rapture by Lauren Kate
14. Big Time Rush --The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong
15. Jack Johnson --The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
17. Nirvana --My Life As a White Trash Zombie by Diana Rowland
19. Florence and the Machine --City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
20. Guns'N'Roses --The Blessed by Tonya Hurley
BATTLE OF THE BANDS QUARTERLY (MAY 15 - AUGUST 14)6/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots - TBA
3. Kings of Leon - Seduction of a Highland Lass
7. Incubus - Taken by Fire
8. Jane’s Addiction - Riding the Night
10. Paramore - Ecstasy Untamed
12. Sublime - Sevin
13. The White Stripes - All I Need Is You
14. Big Time Rush - Seduced by a Stallion
15. Jack Johnson - Savage Thunder
16. The Four Tops (4th in a Series) - The Scent of Jasmine
17. Rascal Flatts (has kids in the story) - TBA
18. Big & Rich (cowboys) - Corralled: A Blacktop Cowboys Novel
19. Three Dog Night (Night in the title) - Seize the Night
20. Sister Sledge (involves a family) - Forever Yours
Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012
Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.
3/15 "Regular" + 4/?? "Bonus" Completed
01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Falling For Gracie by Susan Mallery
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Bonus:
Boston:
The Cyrkle:
Florence + The Machine: Flowers On Main by Sherryl Woods
Foster the People:
The Moody Blues:
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Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
3/10 Read
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - BDSM Erotica- Sugar and Spice 5/19 4*
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction -- Joseph, Annabel- Fortune 5/28
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - Police Detective- A Matter of Time 5/19 3*
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - (white letters in title) Girl Walks into a Bar . . .: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle 5/23 3.5*
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 - 20. Bonus Books
12/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
Navy Rules - Geri Krotow (HS #1786 - June 2012) 5/26/2012 (pilot)2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Real Men Will - Victoria Dahl (HQN - Nov 2011) 05/28/2012 (brewery/brewpub)5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
High Noon - Debra Webb (HI #1354 - June 2012) 05/28/2012 (obsession)8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
The Last Boyfriend - Nora Roberts (Berkley - May 2012) 05/29/2012 (beautiful cover)13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.
Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis (Brava - Feb 2009) 05/23/2012 (outdoors)18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South
19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.
20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.
Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com
Battle of the Bands Quarterly ChallengeMay 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
6/15
Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon: How to Marry a Duke by Vicky Dreiling
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition:
Muse:
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime:
White Stripes:
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson:
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeMay 15th - August 14th, 2012
5/20 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots --Such a Rush by Jennifer Echols
3. Kings of Leon --Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter
4. Black Eyed Peas --Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
6. Green Day --Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
7. Incubus --Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead
8. Jane's Addiction --Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone
9. Muse --The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
10. Paramore --If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
11. Rage Against the Machine --The Syndicate by Shelena Shorts
12. Sublime --Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent
13. The White Stripes --Rapture by Lauren Kate
14. Big Time Rush --The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong
17. Nirvana --My Life As a White Trash Zombie by Diana Rowland
19. Florence and the Machine --City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
20. Guns'N'Roses --The Blessed by Tonya Hurley
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
3/20
1.Stone Temple Pilots:
3.Kings of Leon: a royal figure/war Lover Unbound by J.R. Ward
4.Black Eyed Peas:
6.Green Day: Green cover Alien in the Family by Gini Koch
7.Incubus: an incubus/dreams The Guardian by Sherrilyn Kenyon
8.Jane’s Addiction: J author’s Lover Enshrined by J.R. Ward
9.Muse: Greek Myth The Darkest Seduction by Gena Showalter
10.Paramore:
11.Rage Against the Machine: FBI agents Cut & Run by Madeleine Urban & Abigail Roux
12.Sublime:
13.The White Stripes: White cover First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones
15.Jack Johnson: takes place in Summer
Bonus:
16.Maroon 5: 5th in Series Alien Diplomacy by Gini Koch
17.Coldplay: sets in winter or word Ice, cold in title
18.Jon Bon Jovi: author name starts with J or B The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
19.Nirvana: takes place in Seattle Fifty Shades Freed by E.L. James
20.:Guns n' Roses guns on cover Alien Proliferation by Gini Koch
Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012
Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.
3/15 "Regular" + 5/?? "Bonus" Completed
01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Falling For Gracie by Susan Mallery
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Bonus:
Big Mountain: Just Over the Mountain by Robyn Carr
Boston:
The Cyrkle:
Florence + The Machine:
Foster the People:
The Moody Blues:
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I'm finally posting for this challenge (a little late). I may add bonus books a little later...Battle Of The Bands ~ Quarterly Challenge
Duration: May 15 ~ August 14 2012
6/15 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots: (archeological) Seduce Me by Robyn DeHart
2. Alice In Chains: (BDSM) A Little Harmless Submission by Melissa Schroeder
3. Kings of Leon: (battle/war)
4. Black Eyed Peas: (chef) Hot in Here by Sophie Renwick
5. Disturbed: (thriller) Warrior's Cross by Abigail Roux
6. Green Day: (green) A Cottage by the Sea by Ciji Ware
7. Incubus: (supernatural sci-fi)
8. Jane's Addiction: (addiction) Eternal Seduction by Jennifer Turner
9. Muse: (greek mythology)
10. Paramore: (adulterous affair) Broken by Megan Hart
11. Rage Against The Machine: (mystery)
12. Sublime: A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
13. The White Stripes: (white cover)
14. Big Time Rush: (YA) Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor
15. Jack Johnson: (summer)
4/ 151.Stone Temple Pilots: Desert Solitaire by Edward Abbey
2.Alice in Chains: Attachments by Rainbow Rowell Completed on 5/31
3.Kings of Leon: The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
4.Black Eyed Peas: Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie
5.Disturbed: Surgeon / Thirteen tale
6.Green Day: Angela's Ashes (Frank McCourt #1)by Frank McCourt
7.Incubus: Hex Hall- Completed on 5/30
8.Jane’s Addiction: The Pact- Judi Piccolt
9.Muse:
10.Paramore: The Pillars of the Earth (The Pillars of the Earth, #1)
by Ken Follett
11.Rage Against the Machine: To kill a Mocking bird by Harper Lee Completed on 5/26
12.Sublime:
13.The White Stripes: Glass Castle
14.Big Time Rush: She can Run Completed on 5/17
15.Jack Johnson: summer sister by Blume
Battle of the Bands Quarterly ChallengeMay 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
7/15
Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon: How to Marry a Duke by Vicky Dreiling
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition:
Muse:
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime:
White Stripes:
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson:
The Cult:
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
2/10 Done
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot. Animal Magnetism Jill Shalvis
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana. Delicious Susan Mallery
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie Jennifer Ashley 5/31
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland. Tears of the Moon Nora Roberts 5/23
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
I'm in for 15! I'll start with these:Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
1/15 Read
4. Black Eyed Peas (the dad is a restaurant consultant) - What Happened to Goodbye by Sarah Dessen
6. Green Day (Green cover) - Love in a Nutshell by Janet Evanovich
7. Inubus (supernatural) - Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
11. Rage Against the Machine (Mystery/law enforcement) - Loyalty in Death by J.D. Robb
14. Big Time Rush (Young Adult) - Endure by Carrie Jones
Bonus:
1. Outkast - Dancing with the Devil by Laura Drewry
8/151. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism5/31
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death5/25
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever5/19
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted5/22
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road5/18
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight5/17
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound
BATTLE OF THE BANDS QUARTERLY (MAY 15 - AUGUST 14)8/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots - TBA
3. Kings of Leon - Seduction of a Highland Lass
7. Incubus - Taken by Fire
8. Jane’s Addiction - Riding the Night
10. Paramore - Ecstasy Untamed
12. Sublime - Sevin
14. Big Time Rush - Seduced by a Stallion
16. The Four Tops (4th in a Series) - The Scent of Jasmine
17. Rascal Flatts (has kids in the story) - TBA
18. Big & Rich (cowboys) - Corralled: A Blacktop Cowboys Novel
19. Three Dog Night (Night in the title) - Seize the Night
20. Sister Sledge (involves a family) - Forever Yours
READ: 6/201.Stone Temple Pilots: Borrower of the Night - Elizabeth Peters (archeological setting)
2.Alice in Chains: Ascension - Caris Roane (title starts with A)
♫ 3.Kings of Leon: Kiss of Fate - Deborah Cooke (war: Pyr vs Slayers) 5/20
♫ 4.Black Eyed Peas: A Necklace of Water - Cate Tiernan (set in Louisiana) 5/18
5.Disturbed: Sahara - Clive Cussler (thriller)
6.Green Day: Retribution - Sherrilyn Kenyon (green cover)
♫ 7.Incubus: Ship of Magic - Robin Hobb (supernatural:the ship is alive) 5/29
♫ 8.Jane’s Addiction: Ghostland - Jory Strong (J author) 5/23
♫ 9.Muse: Blood Will Tell - Samantha Young (mythology) 5/28
10.Paramore: Kushiel's Dart - Jacquelyn Carey (heroine is a courtesan spy)
11.Rage Against the Machine: On Ice - David Ramus (mystery)
12.Sublime: Host - Faith Hunter (sublime cover)
13.The White Stripes: Baby It's Cold Outside - Addison Fox (white cover)
♫ 14.Big Time Rush: A Feather of Stone - Cate Tiernan (young adult) 5/17
15.Jack Johnson: Weekend Warriors - Fern Michaels (chick lit)
16.Bonus: Neon Trees: Eyes Of Crow - Jeri Smith-Ready (trees on cover)
17.Bonus: Zac Brown Band: My Give a Damn's Busted - Carolyn Brown
18.Bonus: Gloriana: Talk of the Town - Karen Hawkins (Glory, NC #1)
19.Bonus: Foster the People: Hard To Handle - Lori Foster
20.Bonus: Maroon 5: Three Weeks To Say Goodbye - C.J. Box (5 words in title)
Oh Barbara ★, I love the little notes! So cute! :)
Battle of the BandsDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
Complete:4/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots: (Archeology/Temple): Skykeepers by Jessica Andersen
2. Alice in Chains: (Author A & Erotica): Forbidden Embers by Tessa Adams
3. Kings of Leon: (Royalty): Lord of the Wolfyn by Jessica Andersen
4. Black Eyed Peas: (Louisiana): Unleash the Night by Sherrilyn Kenyon - ✔ (May 15) 5★'s
5. Disturbed: (Thriller): Sacred Evil by Heather Graham ✔ (May 27) 4★'s
6. Green Day: (Green Cover & Ireland): Earl of Darkness by Alix Rickloff
7. Incubus: Midnight Sins by Cynthia Eden
8. Jane’s Addiction: (J Title): Jane's Warlord by Angela Knight
9. Muse: (Greek Mythology): Marked by Elisabeth Naughton
10. Paramore: Affair by Amanda Quick
11. Rage Against the Machine: (Law enforcement): A Lot Like Love by Julie James
12. Sublime: (Beautiful Cover): The Wolf Who Loved Me by Lydia Dare
13. The White Stripes: (Ex-convict): About That Night by Julie James
14. Big Time Rush: (Single mom): Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh ✔ (May 20) 4★'s
15. Jack Johnson: (Summer):
16. The Police: (Detective or FBI Agent)
17. Coldplay: (Winter in title) Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
18. Nirvana: (Angelic character): The Darkest Passion by Gena Showalter - ✔ (May 18) 3★'s
19. Earth, Wind & Fire: (4 Elements motif): Bound by Light by Anna Windsor
20: Lady Antebellum: (Southern US or Regency England)
13/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
Navy Rules - Geri Krotow (HS #1786 - June 2012) 5/26/2012 (pilot)2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Real Men Will - Victoria Dahl (HQN - Nov 2011) 05/28/2012 (brewery/brewpub)5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
High Noon - Debra Webb (HI #1354 - June 2012) 05/28/2012 (obsession)8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
The Last Boyfriend - Nora Roberts (Berkley - May 2012) 05/29/2012 (beautiful cover)13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.
Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis (Brava - Feb 2009) 05/23/2012 (outdoors)18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South
19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.
The Fireman Who Loved Me - Jennifer Bernard (Avon - May 2012) 06/02/2012 (California)20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.
Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com
BATTLE OF THE BANDS QUARTERLY (MAY 15 - AUGUST 14)10/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots - TBA
3. Kings of Leon - Seduction of a Highland Lass
7. Incubus - Taken by Fire
8. Jane’s Addiction - Riding the Night
10. Paramore - Ecstasy Untamed
12. Sublime - Sevin
14. Big Time Rush - Seduced by a Stallion
16. The Four Tops (4th in a Series) - The Scent of Jasmine
17. Rascal Flatts (has kids in the story) - TBA
20. Sister Sledge (involves a family) - Forever Yours
Battle of the Bands Quarterly ChallengeMay 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
8/15
Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon:
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed: Vengeance in Death by J.D. Robb
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition:
Muse:
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime:
White Stripes:
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson:
The Cult:
Message 125 updated.This is going to be tough.
#3 royalty or war (neither are really my thing)
#7 incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi. (I don't even know what an incubus is -- but I bet Tammy Faye does it. Still I should be able to do something with the supernatural)
#10 Historical or adulterous (neither are really my thing).
Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012
Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.
4/15 "Regular" + 5/?? "Bonus" Completed
01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Bonus:
Big Mountain: Just Over the Mountain by Robyn Carr
Boston:
The Cyrkle:
Florence + The Machine:
Foster the People:
The Moody Blues:
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Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
4/15 read
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war. Game of Thrones
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland. Ireland - Faefever
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy. white cover Head over Heels
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad. The Hunger Games
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 - 20. Bonus Books
Read:
To Read:
I'm in for 15! I'll start with these:Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
2/15 Read
4. Black Eyed Peas (the dad is a restaurant consultant) - What Happened to Goodbye by Sarah Dessen
6. Green Day (Green cover) - Love in a Nutshell by Janet Evanovich
7. Inubus (supernatural) - Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
11. Rage Against the Machine (Mystery/law enforcement) - Loyalty in Death by J.D. Robb
14. Big Time Rush (Young Adult) - City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare
Bonus:
1. Outkast - Dancing with the Devil by Laura Drewry
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
3/10 Done
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot. Animal Magnetism Jill Shalvis
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana. Delicious Susan Mallery
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie Jennifer Ashley 5/31
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland. Tears of the Moon Nora Roberts 5/23
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book. Unleashed Cherrie Lynn 6/4
2/151. Stone Temple Pilots:
2. Alice in Chains:
3. Kings of Leon:
4. Black Eyed Peas:
5. Disturbed:
6. Green Day:
7. Incubus:
8. Jane’s Addiction:
9. Muse: Marked by P.C Cast (June 4th)
10. Paramore:
11. Rage Against the Machine:
12. Sublime:
13. The White Stripes:
14. Big Time Rush:
15. Jack Johnson: The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks (May 23rd)
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
I'm definitely in for 15, and hope to finish all 20 - but I'm really dating myself by some of the bonus bands I'm using! :)
12/20 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots - Strong and Sexy
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
✔3. Kings of Leon - Storm's Heart 5/21/12
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - Echoes at Dawn
✔6. Green Day - Irish Heat 5/21/12
✔7. Incubus - Succubus Heat 5/31/12
✔8. Jane’s Addiction - Lucky in Love 6/3/12
✔9. Muse - Rainshadow Road 6/3/12
10. Paramore - One Real Thing
✔11. Rage Against the Machine - Seducing Simon 5/21/12
✔12. Sublime - Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor 5/26/12
✔13. The White Stripes - After Dark 5/19/12
✔14. Big Time Rush - One Small Thing 6/4/12
15. Jack Johnson - The Mane Attraction
Bonus Books
✔16. Bryan Adams (Set in Canada) - Guarding Suzannah 5/26/12
✔17. Huey Lewis and the News (newspaper reporter) - Saving Grace 5/30/12
✔18. John Denver (Set in Colorado) - Skin Deep 5/31/12
Finished:
Read: 7/201. Stone Temple Pilots - After Dark archeological
2. Alice in Chains - A Thread of Deepest Black BDSM
3. Kings of Leon - Scales And A Tail royalty √ 3 Jun
4. Black Eyed Peas - Sweet Talk Baker
5. Disturbed - The Girl Who Played With Fire thriller
6. Green Day - Ghost Hunter green cover √ 23 May
7. Incubus - Touched by an Alien or Para Sci-fi
8. Jane’s Addiction - Fatal Shadows J author √ 24 May
9. Muse - Catch Me If You Can art gallery
10. Paramore - One Real Thing cheating husband
11. Rage Against the Machine - Shades of Gray law enforcement
12. Sublime - Visible Friend pretty!
13. The White Stripes - Not Knowing Jack criminal? or Starch Contrast white cover
14. Big Time Rush - For Gom's Sake YA √ 23 May
15. Jack Johnson - Timing Summer
16. Faith No More - Lies and Consequences lies
17. Crowded House - Tommy's Story big family √ 19 May
18. Blue October - Bloodlines depression/tear-jerker
19. Ben Folds Five - Bulletproof 5th in series √ 18 May
20. Regurgitator - The Letter Z Ask me if you really want to know ;) but trust me, it fits in beautifully! (And it is nothing to do with being sick.) √ 19 May
RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
Books read: 10/20
This quarterly challenge is a Battle of the Bands! The categories are based on bands or musicians.
2. Alice in Chains: a bondage/ S&M/erotica story ~ Willing Victim ☆☆ 05.06.
4. Black Eyed Peas: a story that has a chef & restaurant owner as the main character ~ Hot in Here ☆☆☆☆☆ 01.06.
8. Jane’s Addiction: main character’s name starts with J ~ Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs ☆☆☆ 19.05.
9. Muse: a character that inspires someone to be a better person ~ Silent Blade ☆☆☆☆ 17.05.
10. Paramore: a historical book involving a paramour/mistress ~ Claiming the Courtesan ☆☆☆ 20.05.
11. Rage Against the Machine: a political setting (hero is running for president of vampire nation) ~ High Stakes ☆☆☆ 23.05.
13. The White Stripes: a predominately white cover ~ Single White Vampire ☆☆☆ 25.5.
16. Within Temptation: characters succumb to temptation ~ Passion ☆☆☆ 24.5.
17. Bullet For My Valentine: hero is intentionally cruel to the person he loves ~ Sinful ☆☆☆ 28.5.
18. The Beastie Boys: hero is a fighter/boxer and has a violent nature ~ Simple Need ☆☆☆ 05.06.
3/151. Stone Temple Pilots:
2. Alice in Chains:
3. Kings of Leon:
4. Black Eyed Peas:
5. Disturbed:
6. Green Day:
7. Incubus:
8. Jane’s Addiction:
9. Muse: Marked by P.C Cast (June 4th)
10. Paramore:
11. Rage Against the Machine:
12. Sublime:
13. The White Stripes:
14. Big Time Rush: Betrayed by P.C Cast (June 5th)
15. Jack Johnson: The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks (May 23rd)
READ: 7/20
1.Stone Temple Pilots: Borrower of the Night - Elizabeth Peters (archeological setting)
2.Alice in Chains: Ascension - Caris Roane (title starts with A)
♫ 3.Kings of Leon: Kiss of Fate - Deborah Cooke (war: Pyr vs Slayers) 5/20
♫ 4.Black Eyed Peas: A Necklace of Water - Cate Tiernan (set in Louisiana) 5/18
♫ 5.Disturbed: Sahara - Clive Cussler (thriller) 6/5
6.Green Day: Retribution - Sherrilyn Kenyon (green cover)
♫ 7.Incubus: Ship of Magic - Robin Hobb (supernatural:the ship is alive) 5/29
♫ 8.Jane’s Addiction: Ghostland - Jory Strong (J author) 5/23
♫ 9.Muse: Blood Will Tell - Samantha Young (mythology) 5/28
10.Paramore: Kushiel's Dart - Jacquelyn Carey (heroine is a courtesan spy)
11.Rage Against the Machine: On Ice - David Ramus (mystery)
12.Sublime: Host - Faith Hunter (sublime cover)
13.The White Stripes: Baby It's Cold Outside - Addison Fox (white cover)
♫ 14.Big Time Rush: A Feather of Stone - Cate Tiernan (young adult) 5/17
15.Jack Johnson: Weekend Warriors - Fern Michaels (chick lit)
16.Bonus: Neon Trees: Eyes Of Crow - Jeri Smith-Ready (trees on cover)
17.Bonus: Zac Brown Band: My Give a Damn's Busted - Carolyn Brown
18.Bonus: Gloriana: Talk of the Town - Karen Hawkins (Glory, NC #1)
19.Bonus: Foster the People: Hard To Handle - Lori Foster
20.Bonus: Maroon 5: Three Weeks To Say Goodbye - C.J. Box (5 words in title)
RRRC Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
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*Read: 10/15
✔ Alice in Chains: At the Bride Hunt Ball ★★★★★ 5/18
The title starts with A.
✔ Kings of Leon: Dragon Bound ★★★★★ 6/2
Dragos is almost royalty and they battle with the Dark Faë king.
Black Eyed Peas: Delicious
A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Alternates: Donovan Brewery
✔ Disturbed: The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie ★★★★★ 6/5
Lord Ian has Asperger's syndrome and spent a big part of his life in an asylum.
Incubus: Soulless
A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
✔ Jane’s Addiction: Cowgirl Up and Ride ★★★★ 6/2
Colt is an alcoholic (and James starts with a J).
✔ Muse: Silk Is for Seduction ★★★★★ 5/23
The heroine is a dress-maker and an artist.
✔ Rage Against the Machine: Good Girls Don't ★★★★ 5/17
The hero is a detective.
✔ Sublime: Almost ★★★★★ 5/20
A book with a beautiful cover.
✔ The White Stripes: A Week to Be Wicked ★★★★★ 6/4
A predominately white cover.
✔ Big Time Rush: That Boy 5+ stars 5/18
A wonderful young adult novel.
Jack Johnson: See Jane Score
Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Alternates: A Girl Like You, A Week At The Beach
Bonus bands:
✔ Sugar Ray: Sugar Creek ★★★★ 6/2
A happy book with "Sugar" in the title.
Backstreet Boys: Hard and Fast
A book about a musician, a book about brothers or a book with a hot man on the cover.
Gun's and Roses: The Proposition
A book with guns or roses on the cover, or a book about Valentine's day or a military hero.
Alternates: The Trouble With Valentine's Day
Alternatives:
Green Day: Catching Jordan
A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
*Black Sabbath: A Hunger Like No Other
A book with a black cover, a title involving sin or a book with a vampire.
9/151. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism5/31
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death5/25
6. Green Day:(Green Cover)The Gamble6/6
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever5/19
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted5/22
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road5/18
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight5/17
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound
Battle of the Bands Quarterly ChallengeMay 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
9/15
Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon:
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition:
Muse:
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime:
White Stripes:
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson:
The Cult:
13/20 finished!!!I'm going to try for these but might change them around a bit if they don't fit as nicely after I read them. Hope the bonus ones are done right.
1. Stone Temple Pilots-archeological/temples: Atlantis Unleashed by Alyssa Day [5/22]
2. Alice in Chains-erotica:Tempting the Beast by Lora Leigh [5/26]
3. Kings of Leon - Royalty: Wicked in Your Arms by Sophie Jordan []
4. Black Eyed Peas - Chef: The Sweetest Thing by Jill Shalvis [5/25]
5. Disturbed - crazy characters:My Soul to Steal by Rachel Vincent [5/16]
6. Green Day - Green cover: Nauti Intentions by Lora Leigh [5/15]
7. Incubus - If I Die by Rachel Vincent [5/17]
8. Jane’s Addiction - New York to Dallas by JD Robb [5/19] (can also be hotel)
9. Muse -Greek mythology: Atlantis Unmasked by Alyssa Day []
10. Paramore - Courtesan: Kismet by Monica Burns []
11. Rage Against the Machine - Law enforcement: Head Over Heels by Jill Shalvis [5/28]
12. Sublime -Beautiful cover:
13. The White Stripes - White title: Whispering Rock by Robyn Carr [6/6]
14. Big Time Rush -single parent: Shelter Mountain by Robyn Carr [6/5]
15. Jack Johnson - Summer/beach/lake/chick lit: Lucky in Love by Jill Shalvis []
Bonus Books
16. All American Rejects (kicked out of coven): Dime Store Magic by Kelley Armstrong [5/24]
17. Carbon Leaf (nature):River Marked by Patricia Briggs [5/21]
18. Parachute: adrenaline junkie-
19. Drowning Pool:let the bodies hit the floor-Nauti Deceptions by Lora Leigh [6/4]
20. 3 Doors Down: hero/heroine are neighbors, stay at a hotel
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
6/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting
5/192. Alice in Chains - A bondage/ S&M/erotica story
5/203. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 - 20. Bonus Books
14/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
Navy Rules - Geri Krotow (HS #1786 - June 2012) 5/26/2012 (pilot)2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Real Men Will - Victoria Dahl (HQN - Nov 2011) 05/28/2012 (brewery/brewpub)5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
High Noon - Debra Webb (HI #1354 - June 2012) 05/28/2012 (obsession)8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
The Last Boyfriend - Nora Roberts (Berkley - May 2012) 05/29/2012 (beautiful cover)13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.
Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis (Brava - Feb 2009) 05/23/2012 (outdoors)18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South
19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.
The Fireman Who Loved Me - Jennifer Bernard (Avon - May 2012) 06/02/2012 (California)20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.
Fortune's Perfect Match - Allison Leigh (HSE #2191 - June 2012) 06/07/2012 (large family)Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
8/10 Read
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - BDSM Erotica- Sugar and Spice 5/19 4*
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - Joseph, Annabel- Fortune 5/28
9. Muse - (H helps convince H to lead more authentic life, be happier)- Out in the Field 6/7
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - Police Detective- A Matter of Time 5/19 3*
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover- You and a Billion Blue Tiles 6/4
13. The White Stripes - (white letters in title) Girl Walks into a Bar . . .: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle 5/23 3.5*
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Bonus Books-
16. Guns-N-Roses- (U.S. Marshal and sweet innocent woman)Completely Smitten 6/4
18. Men at Work- (Australian and office setting) Office Affair 6/5
I'm in for 15! I'll start with these:Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
3/15 Read
4. Black Eyed Peas (the dad is a restaurant consultant) - What Happened to Goodbye by Sarah Dessen
6. Green Day (Green cover) - Love in a Nutshell by Janet Evanovich
11. Rage Against the Machine (Mystery/law enforcement) - Loyalty in Death by J.D. Robb
14. Big Time Rush (Young Adult) - City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare
Bonus:
1. Outkast - Dancing with the Devil by Laura Drewry
I was scared to host my first challenge, but I'm having a lot of fun! We have almost reached the one month mark and many people are close to being finished already! I hope everyone is enjoying themselves. Read on and rock on!
Lacy wrote: "I was scared to host my first challenge, but I'm having a lot of fun! We have almost reached the one month mark and many people are close to being finished already! I hope everyone is enjoying th..."I think it is a great challenge Lacy - THANKS! I am halfway there.
Thanks Lacy - I'm loving this challenge!! I'm not quite halfway through yet :)
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeMay 15th - August 14th, 2012
7/20 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots --Such a Rush by Jennifer Echols
3. Kings of Leon --Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter
4. Black Eyed Peas --Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
6. Green Day --Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
8. Jane's Addiction --Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone
9. Muse --The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
10. Paramore --If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
11. Rage Against the Machine --The Syndicate by Shelena Shorts
12. Sublime --Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent
13. The White Stripes --Rapture by Lauren Kate
14. Big Time Rush --The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong
17. Nirvana --My Life As a White Trash Zombie by Diana Rowland
20. Guns'N'Roses --The Blessed by Tonya Hurley
I'm in for 10 bands! I'll post the list a little later. *****************6/10 completed*********************
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
This quarterly challenge is a Battle of the Bands! The categories are based on bands or musicians.
Join up to read 10, 15 or 20 books over the next 90 days.
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot. BELOVED TRAVELER by Janet Miller....6-9
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.THE BRIDEMAKER by Rexanne Becnel...6-11
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war...THE HAWK by Monica McCarty
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi. SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME by Judith McNaught
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.ALWAYS MINE by Sophia Johnson...6-14
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist...THE DEVIL'S OWN by Sandra Brown...6-21
10. Paramore-Historical paramour/mistress....NO MAN'S MISTRESS by Mary Balogh
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement...THE PERILS OF PERSUING A PRINCE by Julia London
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.TEMPTATION RIDGE by Robyn Carr...6-21
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy...BORDER BRIDE by Arnette Lamb
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.WHAT NATHAN WANTS by Ruth Ann Nordin
************Bonus*********************
16 - 20. Bonus Books
Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed above, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.
You may post your list in advance, but no reading before May 15
Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012
Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.
5/15 "Regular" + 5/?? "Bonus" Completed
01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Bonus:
Big Mountain: Just Over the Mountain by Robyn Carr
Boston:
The Cyrkle:
Florence + The Machine:
Foster the People:
The Moody Blues:
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