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2. Member of the Month - D.G.: Beautiful Mess by Lucy V. Morgan
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Maggie Osborne: Touching Scars by Stacy Borel
4. National Blueberry Month:
5. National Hot Dog Month: Coming in from the Cold by Sarina Bowen
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Rusty Nailed by Alice Clayton
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Melody's Wolf by Mina Carter
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Taste Test by L.B. Dunbar
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: Assets by Shannon Dermott
10. Reader's Choice: The Road to Forgiveness by Justine Elvira
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01. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
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Love After All by Jaci Burton
02. Member of the Month ~ D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
Night's Honor by Thea Harrison
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When Beauty Tamed the Beast by Eloisa James
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~ Maggie Osborne: Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirement or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
The Wives of Bowie Stone by Maggie Osborne
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Suddenly Last Summer by Sarah Morgan
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Gimme Some Sugar by Kimberly Kincaid
04. National Blueberry Month: July is National Blueberry month in the US. The blueberry is also the official fruit in the states of Maine, New Jersey and North Carolina. It is also considered the official provincial berry of Nova Scotia.
Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
Pelican Point by Donna Kauffman
OR
Not So New In Town by Michele Summers
05. National Hot Dog Month: July is National Hot Dog month in the US. A hot dog is a processed meat often eaten during spectator sports games. A person is also considered a hot dog when doing crazy, often physical, stunts for attention or just being a ‘show-off.’
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
Hot Wheels and High Heels by Jane Graves
OR
A New Hope by Robyn Carr
OR
Chasing Stanley by Deirdre Martin
06. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day (July 1): Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day gives you the chance to create a new flavor of ice cream. Maybe, your new creation will be a hit, and become wildly popular.
Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
The Reasons to Stay by Laura Drake
OR
A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
OR
Currant Creek Valley by RaeAnne Thayne
07. World UFO Day (July 2): World UFO Day seeks to get governments to fess up to the existence of UFOs. Many people believe that UFOs from outer space have already visited us, and a big, government cover-up is hiding the facts from the public. The date for this special day was chosen because it is the date of the Roswell Incident, a historical event leading to wide speculation and belief that aliens have indeed visited us.
Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
Unmasked by C.J. Barry
OR
Contact by Susan Grant
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
08. Bastille Day (July 14): Bastille Day commemorates modern France and French democracy. Bastille Day symbolizes the end of the constitutional monarchy, and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. To Frenchmen, Bastille Day is viewed as their liberation.
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
One Good Earl Deserves a Lover by Sarah MacLean
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Scandal And The Duchess by Jennifer Ashley
09. Amelia Earhart Day (July 24): Amelia Earhart Day honors a famous aviation pioneer who broke many early aviation records. Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, were lost during a difficult leg of the journey towards Howell Island in the Pacific.
Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or considered an expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
A Match for the Single Dad by Gina Wilkins
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Just For You by Rosalind James
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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2/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Here is the link to D.G.'s shelves - D.G.'s Shelves.... Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
The Cowboy SEAL's Triplets - Tina Leonard (HAR #1553 - July 2015) - July 13. Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirment or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
4. National Blueberry Month: Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
5. National Hot Dog Month: Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
7. July 2 – Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
9. July 24 – Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
The Missing Heir - Barbara Dunlop (HD #2343 - Dec 2014) (pilot) - July 1 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
2015 July Monthly ChallengeREAD 7/7
1. 'J' is for July: John Mantooth - The Year of the Storm (07/25) ★★★★
2. Member of the Month - D.G.:
3. FAC author- Maggie Osborne:
4. National Blueberry Month: Blue Dahlia - Nora Roberts (07/28) ★★★★
5. National Hot Dog Month: Hot Blooded - Lisa Jackson (07/15) ★★★★
6. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day:
7. World UFO Day: Abandon - Meg Cabot (07/03) ★★★
8. Bastille Day: The Secret History of the Pink Carnation - Lauren Willig (07/02) ★★★★
9. Amelia Earhart Day: In Perfect Time - Sarah Sundin (07/18) ★★★★
10. Reader's Choice: Death Wish - Megan Tayte (07/31) ★★★★
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3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Maggie Osborne: Touching Scars by Stacy Borel
4. National Blueberry Month:
5. National Hot Dog Month: Coming in from the Cold by Sarina Bowen
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Rusty Nailed by Alice Clayton
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Melody's Wolf by Mina Carter
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Taste Test by L.B. Dunbar
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: Assets by Shannon Dermott
10. Reader's Choice: The Road to Forgiveness by Justine Elvira
I'm in, but I think I'll make merely 5 books this month. Read 5/5
1. 'J' is for July:
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: Something About You by Julie James 7/06
3. FAC author Maggie Osborne (name George): The Wallbanger by Renee George 7/11
4. National Blueberry Month (blue cover): Risking the Field by Jean McGray 7/15
5. National Hot Dog Month:
6. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day:
7. World UFO Day: Late Night Snack by Lou Harper 7/10
8. Bastille Day:
9. Amelia Earhart Day:
10. Reader's Choice: Keep Swimming by Kade Boehme 7/08
4/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Here is the link to D.G.'s shelves - D.G.'s Shelves.... Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
The Cowboy SEAL's Triplets - Tina Leonard (HAR #1553 - July 2015) - July 13. Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirment or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
4. National Blueberry Month: Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
5. National Hot Dog Month: Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
Her Red-Carpet Romance - Marie Ferrarella (HSE #2409 - June 2015) (movie producer) - July 67. July 2 – Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
The Cowboy's Little Surprise - Barbara White Daille (HAR #1543 - Apr 2015) (New Mexico) - July 28. July 14 – Bastille Day: Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
9. July 24 – Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
The Missing Heir - Barbara Dunlop (HD #2343 - Dec 2014) (pilot) - July 1 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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4. National Blueberry Month:
5. National Hot Dog Month: Coming in from the Cold by Sarina Bowen
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Rusty Nailed by Alice Clayton
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Melody's Wolf by Mina Carter
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Taste Test by L.B. Dunbar
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: Assets by Shannon Dermott
10. Reader's Choice: The Road to Forgiveness by Justine Elvira
I'm a little late but in for 8 this month. I'm still figuring some out.1/8 Read
1. J for July:
2. Hi D.G.! Burn for Me by Ilona Andrews
3. Blueberry Month: Love a Little Sideways by Shannon Stacy (Maine)
4. Hot Dog Month: TBD
5. Ice Cream Flavor Day: TBD
6. UFO Day: Of Silk and Steam by Bec McMaster
7. Bastille Day: TBD
8. My Choice: TBD
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread1/10 COMPLETED
1. 'J' is for July - Where I Belong by J. Daniels 07/04/15
2. Member of the Month - D.G. -
3. FAC author- Maggie Osborne -
4. National Blueberry Month -
5. National Hot Dog Month -
6. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day -
7. World UFO Day -
8. Bastille Day -
9. Amelia Earhart Day -
10. Reader's Choice -
2015 July Monthly Challenge2/10 Completed
01. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
OR
Love After All by Jaci Burton
02. Member of the Month ~ D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~ Maggie Osborne: Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirement or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
The Wives of Bowie Stone by Maggie Osborne
OR
Suddenly Last Summer by Sarah Morgan
OR
Gimme Some Sugar by Kimberly Kincaid
04. National Blueberry Month: July is National Blueberry month in the US. The blueberry is also the official fruit in the states of Maine, New Jersey and North Carolina. It is also considered the official provincial berry of Nova Scotia.
Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
Pelican Point by Donna Kauffman
OR
Not So New In Town by Michele Summers
05. National Hot Dog Month: July is National Hot Dog month in the US. A hot dog is a processed meat often eaten during spectator sports games. A person is also considered a hot dog when doing crazy, often physical, stunts for attention or just being a ‘show-off.’
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
Hot Wheels and High Heels by Jane Graves
OR
A New Hope by Robyn Carr
OR
Chasing Stanley by Deirdre Martin
06. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day (July 1): Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day gives you the chance to create a new flavor of ice cream. Maybe, your new creation will be a hit, and become wildly popular.
Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
The Reasons to Stay by Laura Drake
OR
A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
OR
Currant Creek Valley by RaeAnne Thayne
07. World UFO Day (July 2): World UFO Day seeks to get governments to fess up to the existence of UFOs. Many people believe that UFOs from outer space have already visited us, and a big, government cover-up is hiding the facts from the public. The date for this special day was chosen because it is the date of the Roswell Incident, a historical event leading to wide speculation and belief that aliens have indeed visited us.
Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
Unmasked by C.J. Barry
OR
Contact by Susan Grant
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
08. Bastille Day (July 14): Bastille Day commemorates modern France and French democracy. Bastille Day symbolizes the end of the constitutional monarchy, and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. To Frenchmen, Bastille Day is viewed as their liberation.
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
One Good Earl Deserves a Lover by Sarah MacLean
OR
Scandal And The Duchess by Jennifer Ashley
09. Amelia Earhart Day (July 24): Amelia Earhart Day honors a famous aviation pioneer who broke many early aviation records. Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, were lost during a difficult leg of the journey towards Howell Island in the Pacific.
Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or considered an expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
A Match for the Single Dad by Gina Wilkins
OR
Just For You by Rosalind James
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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2015 July Monthly Challenge - 7/81. 'J' is for July: Jacob 7/7
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: The Rosie Project
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirment or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
4. National Blueberry Month: (Maine) Come Home to Me 7/4
5. National Hot Dog Month: (MC ate a hot dog in book) After the Kiss 7/10
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Too Wilde to Tame by Janelle Denison 7/57. July 2 – World UFO Day: Precious Sacrifice
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Under the Covers 7/5
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: (just loves their job) Friend-Zoned 7/9
10. Reader's Choice: Watch Me 7/11
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread1/5 Read
1. 'J' is for July:Emma Jay- Her Perfect Getaway 7/4
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Maggie Osborne:
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirment or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
4. National Blueberry Month: Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
5. National Hot Dog Month:
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: art gallery assistant with an Italian restaurant owning family- Trust Me If You Dare
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Sci-fi/Fantasy-The Once and Future Love
8. July 14 – Bastille Day:
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day:
Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or considered an expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Rusty Nailed by Alice Clayton
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8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Taste Test by L.B. Dunbar
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: Assets by Shannon Dermott
10. Reader's Choice: The Road to Forgiveness by Justine Elvira
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4. National Blueberry Month -
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6. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day -
7. World UFO Day -
8. Bastille Day -
9. Amelia Earhart Day -
10. Reader's Choice -
Ethel, Fran, Tina Teresa, Bookchaser, Morgan, KarenF, Susan, MelissaExcellent start to month!! Keep going!!
6/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Here is the link to D.G.'s shelves - D.G.'s Shelves.... Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
The Cowboy SEAL's Triplets - Tina Leonard (HAR #1553 - July 2015) - July 13. Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirment or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
Dylan's Daddy Dilemma - Tracy Madison (HSE #2411 - June 2015) (mountains) - July 74. National Blueberry Month: Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
A Forever Kind of Family - Brenda Harlen (HSE #2403 - May 2015) (NC) - July 75. National Hot Dog Month: Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
Her Red-Carpet Romance - Marie Ferrarella (HSE #2409 - June 2015) (movie producer) - July 67. July 2 – Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
The Cowboy's Little Surprise - Barbara White Daille (HAR #1543 - Apr 2015) (New Mexico) - July 28. July 14 – Bastille Day: Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
9. July 24 – Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
The Missing Heir - Barbara Dunlop (HD #2343 - Dec 2014) (pilot) - July 1 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread1. 'J' is for July: The World's Strongest Librarian: A Memoir of Tourette's, Faith, Strength, and the Power of Family by Josh Hanagarne 7/27
2. Member of the Month - Captive in the Dark by C.J. Roberts 7/16
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- A Wanted Man by Lee Child 7/21
4. National Blueberry Month: July is National Blueberry month in the US. The blueberry is also the official fruit in the states of Maine, New Jersey and North Carolina. It is also considered the official provincial berry of Nova Scotia.
Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersery or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
5. National Hot Dog Month: July is National Hot Dog month in the US. A hot dog is a processed meat often eaten during spectator sports games. A person is also considered a hot dog when doing crazy, often physical, stunts for attention or just being a ‘show-off.’
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: The Main Corpse by Diane Mott Davidson 7/14
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Pale Demon by Kim Harrison 7/7
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Bastille Day commemorates modern France and French democracy. Bastille Day symbolizes the end of the constitutional monarchy, and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. To Frenchmen, Bastille Day is viewed as their liberation.
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: O is for Outlaw by Sue Grafton 7/29
10. Reader's Choice: Abducted by T.R. Ragan 7/9
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I'm a little late, but I'm in! Hopefully I'll be able to do all 10, but haven't been having a lot of luck so far this month! :D
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread2/10 COMPLETED
1. 'J' is for July - Where I Belong by J. Daniels 07/04/15
2. Member of the Month - D.G. -
3. FAC author- Maggie Osborne -
4. National Blueberry Month -
5. National Hot Dog Month - (sports themed) All Lined Up 07/08/15
6. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day -
7. World UFO Day -
8. Bastille Day -
9. Amelia Earhart Day -
10. Reader's Choice -
2015 July Monthly Challenge3/10 Completed
01. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
02. Member of the Month ~ D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~ Maggie Osborne: Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirement or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
Suddenly Last Summer by Sarah Morgan
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Gimme Some Sugar by Kimberly Kincaid
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Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. National Blueberry Month: July is National Blueberry month in the US. The blueberry is also the official fruit in the states of Maine, New Jersey and North Carolina. It is also considered the official provincial berry of Nova Scotia.
Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
Pelican Point by Donna Kauffman
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Not So New In Town by Michele Summers
05. National Hot Dog Month: July is National Hot Dog month in the US. A hot dog is a processed meat often eaten during spectator sports games. A person is also considered a hot dog when doing crazy, often physical, stunts for attention or just being a ‘show-off.’
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
Hot Wheels and High Heels by Jane Graves
OR
A New Hope by Robyn Carr
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Chasing Stanley by Deirdre Martin
06. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day (July 1): Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day gives you the chance to create a new flavor of ice cream. Maybe, your new creation will be a hit, and become wildly popular.
Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
The Reasons to Stay by Laura Drake
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A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
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Currant Creek Valley by RaeAnne Thayne
07. World UFO Day (July 2): World UFO Day seeks to get governments to fess up to the existence of UFOs. Many people believe that UFOs from outer space have already visited us, and a big, government cover-up is hiding the facts from the public. The date for this special day was chosen because it is the date of the Roswell Incident, a historical event leading to wide speculation and belief that aliens have indeed visited us.
Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
Unmasked by C.J. Barry
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Contact by Susan Grant
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The Skypirate by Justine Davis
08. Bastille Day (July 14): Bastille Day commemorates modern France and French democracy. Bastille Day symbolizes the end of the constitutional monarchy, and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. To Frenchmen, Bastille Day is viewed as their liberation.
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
One Good Earl Deserves a Lover by Sarah MacLean
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Scandal And The Duchess by Jennifer Ashley
09. Amelia Earhart Day (July 24): Amelia Earhart Day honors a famous aviation pioneer who broke many early aviation records. Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, were lost during a difficult leg of the journey towards Howell Island in the Pacific.
Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or considered an expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
A Match for the Single Dad by Gina Wilkins
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Just For You by Rosalind James
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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July Monthly Challenge
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✓1. 'J' is for July: - Secrets by Jordan Castillo Price - 02/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: Iced by Karen Marie Moning
✓3. FAC author- Maggie Osborne: Dead Even by Mariah Stewart - 08/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
✓4. Nat. Blueberry Month: Beast Behaving Badly by Shelly Laurenston - 04/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
5. National Hot Dog Month: One Sweet Ride by Jsci Burton
✓6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavours : Color of Grace by A.M. Arthur - 05/07/15 ★ ★ ★
✓7. July 2 – World UFO Day: B785 by Eve Langlais - 01/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Her Imperfect Groom by Rose Gordon
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: No Turning Back by Kaylea Cross
10. Reader's Choice: Gideon by Cherry Adair
Romance Readers Reading Challenges2015 July Monthly Challenge
Duration: 7/1/2015 - 7/31/2015
Progress: 10 out of 10
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J':
The Line by J.D. Horn - ***** - 7/21/2015
2. Member of the Month - D.G.:
Once Burned by Jeaniene Frost - ***** - 7/18/2015
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Maggie Osborne:
The Seduction of Samantha Kincade by Maggie Osborne - **** - 7/22/2015
4. National Blueberry Month: July is National Blueberry month in the US. The blueberry is also the official fruit in the states of Maine, New Jersey and North Carolina. It is also considered the official provincial berry of Nova Scotia.
Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersery or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
Girls Day Out by Anna Banks - **** - 7/7/2015 - 32 Pages - New Jersey
5. National Hot Dog Month: July is National Hot Dog month in the US. A hot dog is a processed meat often eaten during spectator sports games. A person is also considered a hot dog when doing crazy, often physical, stunts for attention or just being a ‘show-off.’
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention:
I'm Not the Biggest Bitch in This Relationship: Hilarious, Heartwarming Tales About Man's Best Friend from America's Favorite Hu morists by Wade Rouse - ***** - 7/31/2015
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day gives you the chance to create a new flavor of ice cream. Maybe, your new creation will be a hit, and become wildly popular.
Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book:
The Moth in the Mirror by A.G. Howard - *** - 7/16/2015 - 40 Pages - Creative MC
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: World UFO Day seeks to get governments to fess up to the existence of UFOs. Many people believe that UFOs from outer space have already visited us, and a big, government cover-up is hiding the facts from the public. The date for this special day was chosen because it is the date of the Roswell Incident, a historical event leading to wide speculation and belief that aliens have indeed visited us.
Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title:
Of Neptune by Anna Banks - *** - 7/9/2015 - 330 Pages - Starts with an O
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Bastille Day commemorates modern France and French democracy. Bastille Day symbolizes the end of the constitutional monarchy, and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. To Frenchmen, Bastille Day is viewed as their liberation.
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday:
Night Myst by Yasmine Galenorn - *** - 7/10/2015 - 317 Pages - Starting over in a new town
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: Amelia Earhart Day honors a famous aviation pioneer who broke many early aviation records. Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, were lost during a difficult leg of the journey towards Howell Island in the Pacific.
Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or considered an expert) in their profession or just loves their job:
Demonglass by Rachel Hawkins - **** - 7/20/2015 - 359 Pages - Travels by plane
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice:
Inkdeath by Cornelia Funke - **** - 7/8/2015 - 663 Pages
7/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
A Lover's Vow - Brenda Jackson (Mira - May 2015) - July 92. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Here is the link to D.G.'s shelves - D.G.'s Shelves.... Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
The Cowboy SEAL's Triplets - Tina Leonard (HAR #1553 - July 2015) - July 13. Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirment or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
Dylan's Daddy Dilemma - Tracy Madison (HSE #2411 - June 2015) (mountains) - July 74. National Blueberry Month: Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
A Forever Kind of Family - Brenda Harlen (HSE #2403 - May 2015) (NC) - July 75. National Hot Dog Month: Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
Her Red-Carpet Romance - Marie Ferrarella (HSE #2409 - June 2015) (movie producer) - July 67. July 2 – Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
The Cowboy's Little Surprise - Barbara White Daille (HAR #1543 - Apr 2015) (New Mexico) - July 28. July 14 – Bastille Day: Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
9. July 24 – Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
The Missing Heir - Barbara Dunlop (HD #2343 - Dec 2014) (pilot) - July 1 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Took quite a while to get this month's list together!RRRC Monthly Challenges
July 1-31, 2015
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1. Starts with J: Jana DeLeon: Trouble in Mudbug
2. Member of the Month or published in Aug. 2009: A Slice of Murder by Chris Cavender
3. FAC or published in 2004: Murder List by Julie Garwood
4. National Blueberry Month: Blue cover: Twice Tempted by a Rogue by Tessa Dare
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7. UFO in title: One Touch of Scandal by Liz Carlyle
√ 8. MC is in aristocracy: MC is a duke: Dukes to the Left of Me, Princes to the Right by Kieran Kramer - 7.06
9. SKIP
10. Reader's Choice: TBD
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10. Reader's Choice: The Road to Forgiveness by Justine Elvira
~KarenH~, Shelley, BJ Rose, Suzanne: Welcome to the challenge ladies!You're almost there, Ethel and Susan - Keep going!!
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread2/5 Read
1. 'J' is for July:Emma Jay- Her Perfect Getaway 7/4
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Maggie Osborne:
4. National Blueberry Month:
5. National Hot Dog Month:
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day:caterer with a restaurant- Trust Me If You Dare7/9
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Sci-fi/Fantasy-The Once and Future Love
8. July 14 – Bastille Day:
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day:
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
July 2015 Monthly Reading ChallengeTotal Read: 1
3. FAC Maggie Osborne: Silver Lining Maggie Osborne 7/10
2015 July Monthly Challenge - progress: 10/10COMPLETE
✓1. 'J' is for July: - [last name with J] - Royal Street by Suzanne Johnson - 15/07/07 ★★★½
✓2. Member of the Month - D.G.: - [book from D.G.'s shelf] - The Importance of Being Wicked - 15/07/11 ★★★
✓3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Maggie Osborne: - [last name George] - Healing the Soldier's Heart by Lily George - 15/07/01 ★★
✓4. National Blueberry Month: - [blue cover] - As an Earl Desires - 15/07/04 ★★
✓5. National Hot Dog Month: - [character does crazy stuff just for the attention] - The Damsel and the Daggerman - 15/07/01 ★★★★
✓6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: - [MC is a sculpturer] - The Secrets of Mia Danvers - 15/07/03 ★★★★
✓7. July 2 – World UFO Day: - [scifi theme] - Tin Swift - 15/07/10 ★★★
✓8. July 14 – Bastille Day: - [MC is part of the aristocracy] - How to Deceive a Duke - 15/07/10 ★★★
✓9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: - [character is pilot of a spaceship] - Girl From Above: Betrayal - 15/07/07 ★★★
✓10. Reader's Choice: - Longing - 15/07/03 ★★★★½
Congrats on finishing so quickly, Mai ❣❣❣
8/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
A Lover's Vow - Brenda Jackson (Mira - May 2015) - July 92. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Here is the link to D.G.'s shelves - D.G.'s Shelves.... Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
The Cowboy SEAL's Triplets - Tina Leonard (HAR #1553 - July 2015) - July 13. Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirment or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
Dylan's Daddy Dilemma - Tracy Madison (HSE #2411 - June 2015) (mountains) - July 74. National Blueberry Month: Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
A Forever Kind of Family - Brenda Harlen (HSE #2403 - May 2015) (NC) - July 75. National Hot Dog Month: Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day: Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
Her Red-Carpet Romance - Marie Ferrarella (HSE #2409 - June 2015) (movie producer) - July 67. July 2 – Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
The Cowboy's Little Surprise - Barbara White Daille (HAR #1543 - Apr 2015) (New Mexico) - July 28. July 14 – Bastille Day: Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
Royal Heirs Required - Cat Schield (HD #2359 - Mar 2015) (prince) - July 119. July 24 – Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
The Missing Heir - Barbara Dunlop (HD #2343 - Dec 2014) (pilot) - July 1 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
I'm a little late but in for 8 this month. I'm still figuring some out.4/8 Read
1. J for July:
2. Hi D.G.!
3. Blueberry Month: Love a Little Sideways by Shannon Stacy (Maine)
4. Hot Dog Month: TBD
5. Ice Cream Flavor Day: TBD
6. UFO Day: Of Silk and Steam by Bec McMaster
7. Bastille Day:
8. My Choice:
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4. National Blueberry Month: Come Away with Me by Kristen Proby
2015 July Monthly Challenge4/10 Completed
01. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
02. Member of the Month ~ D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~ Maggie Osborne: Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirement or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
Suddenly Last Summer by Sarah Morgan
OR
Gimme Some Sugar by Kimberly Kincaid
OR
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. National Blueberry Month: July is National Blueberry month in the US. The blueberry is also the official fruit in the states of Maine, New Jersey and North Carolina. It is also considered the official provincial berry of Nova Scotia.
Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
Pelican Point by Donna Kauffman
OR
Meet Me at the Beach by V.K. Sykes
OR
Not So New In Town by Michele Summers
05. National Hot Dog Month: July is National Hot Dog month in the US. A hot dog is a processed meat often eaten during spectator sports games. A person is also considered a hot dog when doing crazy, often physical, stunts for attention or just being a ‘show-off.’
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
Hot Wheels and High Heels by Jane Graves
OR
A New Hope by Robyn Carr
OR
Chasing Stanley by Deirdre Martin
06. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day (July 1): Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day gives you the chance to create a new flavor of ice cream. Maybe, your new creation will be a hit, and become wildly popular.
Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
The Reasons to Stay by Laura Drake
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A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
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Currant Creek Valley by RaeAnne Thayne
07. World UFO Day (July 2): World UFO Day seeks to get governments to fess up to the existence of UFOs. Many people believe that UFOs from outer space have already visited us, and a big, government cover-up is hiding the facts from the public. The date for this special day was chosen because it is the date of the Roswell Incident, a historical event leading to wide speculation and belief that aliens have indeed visited us.
Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
Unmasked by C.J. Barry
OR
Contact by Susan Grant
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
08. Bastille Day (July 14): Bastille Day commemorates modern France and French democracy. Bastille Day symbolizes the end of the constitutional monarchy, and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. To Frenchmen, Bastille Day is viewed as their liberation.
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
09. Amelia Earhart Day (July 24): Amelia Earhart Day honors a famous aviation pioneer who broke many early aviation records. Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, were lost during a difficult leg of the journey towards Howell Island in the Pacific.
Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or considered an expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
A Match for the Single Dad by Gina Wilkins
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Just For You by Rosalind James
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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RRRC Monthly ChallengesJuly 1-31, 2015
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1. Starts with J: Jana DeLeon: Trouble in Mudbug
2. Member of the Month or published in Aug. 2009: A Slice of Murder by Chris Cavender
3. FAC or published in 2004: Murder List by Julie Garwood
√ 4. National Blueberry Month: Blue cover: Twice Tempted by a Rogue by Tessa Dare - 7.11
5. SKIP
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7. UFO in title: One Touch of Scandal by Liz Carlyle
√ 8. MC is in aristocracy: MC is a duke: Dukes to the Left of Me, Princes to the Right by Kieran Kramer - 7.06
9. SKIP
10. Reader's Choice: TBD
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread3/10 COMPLETED
1. 'J' is for July - Where I Belong by J. Daniels 07/04/15
2. Member of the Month - D.G. -
3. FAC author- Maggie Osborne -
4. National Blueberry Month -
5. National Hot Dog Month - (sports themed) All Lined Up 07/08/15
6. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day -
7. World UFO Day -
8. Bastille Day -
9. Amelia Earhart Day - (MC is a pilot) Low Pressure 07/13/15
10. Reader's Choice -
Completed! Fun Challenge (although I think July 1 should have been Canada Day not Creative Ice Cream Flavours Day ;) LOL
2015 July Monthly Challenge
Read 10/10 ✔ 'J' is for July: Jagged - 03/07/2015
✔ Member of the Month - D.G (D.G. list) Blood Bound - 13/07/2015
✔ Featured Author Challenge (FAC) (set in mountains): Kaleidoscope - 04/07/2015
✔ National Blueberry Month (blue cover): Breathe - 03/07/2015
✔ National Hot Dog Month (sports/MMA fighter) - No Limits - 05/07/2015
✔ July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day (‘wildly popular’ due to the contraversy) - Grey - 08/07/2015
✔ July 2 – World UFO Day (Fantasy): Moon Called 13/07/2015
✔ July 14 – Bastille Day (out of jail): Lady Luck - 02/07/2015
✔ July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day (loves their job): Rock Addiction - 11/07/2015
✔ Reader's Choice: Bengal's Quest - 07/07/2015
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread4/5 Read
1. 'J' is for July:Emma Jay- Her Perfect Getaway 7/4
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Maggie Osborne:
4. National Blueberry Month:
5. National Hot Dog Month:
6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day:caterer with a restaurant- Trust Me If You Dare7/9
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Sci-fi/Fantasy-The Once and Future Love
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: starting over in a new town- Second Chances 7/13
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day:
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
2015 July Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread4/10 COMPLETED
1. 'J' is for July - Where I Belong by J. Daniels 07/04/15
2. Member of the Month - D.G. -
3. FAC author- Maggie Osborne -
4. National Blueberry Month - (blue in title) Deep Blue 07/14/15
5. National Hot Dog Month - (sports themed) All Lined Up 07/08/15
6. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day -
7. World UFO Day -
8. Bastille Day -
9. Amelia Earhart Day - (MC is a pilot) Low Pressure 07/13/15
10. Reader's Choice -
July Monthly Challenge
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✓1. 'J' is for July: - Secrets by Jordan Castillo Price - 02/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
✓2. Member of the Month - D.G.: Iced by Karen Marie Moning - 14/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
✓3. FAC author- Maggie Osborne: Dead Even by Mariah Stewart - 08/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
✓4. Nat. Blueberry Month: Beast Behaving Badly by Shelly Laurenston - 04/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
5. National Hot Dog Month: One Sweet Ride by Jsci Burton
✓6. July 1 – Creative Ice Cream Flavours : Color of Grace by A.M. Arthur - 05/07/15 ★ ★ ★
✓7. July 2 – World UFO Day: B785 by Eve Langlais - 01/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
✓8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Her Imperfect Groom by Rose Gordon - 11/07/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: No Turning Back by Kaylea Cross
10. Reader's Choice: Gideon by Cherry Adair
RRRC Monthly ChallengesJuly 1-31, 2015
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1. Starts with J: Jana DeLeon: Trouble in Mudbug
2. Member of the Month or published in Aug. 2009: A Slice of Murder by Chris Cavender
3. FAC or published in 2004: Murder List by Julie Garwood
√ 4. National Blueberry Month: Blue cover: Twice Tempted by a Rogue by Tessa Dare - 7.11
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7. UFO in title: One Touch of Scandal by Liz Carlyle
√ 8. MC is in aristocracy: MC is a duke: Dukes to the Left of Me, Princes to the Right by Kieran Kramer - 7.06
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√ 10. Reader's Choice: Miss Julia Throws a Wedding by Ann B. Ross
2015 July Monthly Challenge5/10 Completed
01. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
02. Member of the Month ~ D.G.: D.G. has been a member of the RRRC since July 2009. Please read a book from any of D.G.'s shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in July of any year.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~ Maggie Osborne: Read one book written by Maggie Osborne or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set at a resort or in the mountains. You may read a book by an author whose first or last name is Margaret or George (or St. George, of course). You can also read a book that has an MC that serves as a president (of anything). You can also read any book published in 2004, or has a character currently in retirement or has retired from one career but moved on to something new (i.e. retired military).
Suddenly Last Summer by Sarah Morgan
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Gimme Some Sugar by Kimberly Kincaid
04. National Blueberry Month: July is National Blueberry month in the US. The blueberry is also the official fruit in the states of Maine, New Jersey and North Carolina. It is also considered the official provincial berry of Nova Scotia.
Read a book that is set in Maine, New Jersey or North Carolina; or a book set in Canada; or read a book that has blue on either the cover or in the title.
Meet Me at the Beach by V.K. Sykes
OR
Not So New In Town by Michele Summers
05. National Hot Dog Month: July is National Hot Dog month in the US. A hot dog is a processed meat often eaten during spectator sports games. A person is also considered a hot dog when doing crazy, often physical, stunts for attention or just being a ‘show-off.’
Read a book with the word Hot or Dog in the title; or has a dog or hot dog on the cover; or read a book that has a sports theme; or read a book where a character does crazy stuff just for the attention.
06. Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day (July 1): Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day gives you the chance to create a new flavor of ice cream. Maybe, your new creation will be a hit, and become wildly popular.
Read a book where someone is eating ice cream or ice cream is on the cover; or where the MC is creative or artistic; or a book where food plays a major theme; or read a ‘wildly popular’ book.
The Reasons to Stay by Laura Drake
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A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
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Currant Creek Valley by RaeAnne Thayne
07. World UFO Day (July 2): World UFO Day seeks to get governments to fess up to the existence of UFOs. Many people believe that UFOs from outer space have already visited us, and a big, government cover-up is hiding the facts from the public. The date for this special day was chosen because it is the date of the Roswell Incident, a historical event leading to wide speculation and belief that aliens have indeed visited us.
Read a science fiction, fantasy or PNR book; or a book where there is (or believed to be) a government conspiracy or cover-up; or a book set in New Mexico (where the Roswell Incident took place); or read a book with the letters U, F, O somewhere in the title.
Unmasked by C.J. Barry
OR
Contact by Susan Grant
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The Skypirate by Justine Davis
08. Bastille Day (July 14): Bastille Day commemorates modern France and French democracy. Bastille Day symbolizes the end of the constitutional monarchy, and the beginning of the democratic republic of France. To Frenchmen, Bastille Day is viewed as their liberation.
Read a book set in France; or a book where a monarchy plays a major role or the MC is part of the aristocracy (has a title); or read a book where a character celebrates a personal freedom (out of jail, divorce, starting over in a new town, new job); or read a book where there is any kind of celebration of a national holiday.
09. Amelia Earhart Day (July 24): Amelia Earhart Day honors a famous aviation pioneer who broke many early aviation records. Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, were lost during a difficult leg of the journey towards Howell Island in the Pacific.
Read a book about a pilot or where there is travel by plane or a plane on the cover; or read a book set in the Pacific Islands; or a book where the MC is a pioneer (or considered an expert) in their profession or just loves their job.
A Match for the Single Dad by Gina Wilkins
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Just For You by Rosalind James
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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Well done, Christine! Congrats on finishing the challenge❣❣❣We're halfway through the month - keep reading - have fun - keep reading❣❣❣
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1. 'J' is for July: Precarious by Bella Jewel✔
2. Member of the Month - D.G.: The Scribe by Elizabeth Hunter✔
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Maggie Osborne: Loving Lo by Winter Travers✔
4. National Blueberry Month: Center Mass by Lani Lynn Vale✔
5. National Hot Dog Month: Stealing His Heart by Ella Jade✔
7. July 2 – World UFO Day: Highland Wolf Pact Compromising Positions: A Scottish Werewolf Shifter Romance by Selena Kitt✔
8. July 14 – Bastille Day: Tyler's Undoing by L.P. Dover✔
9. July 24 – Amelia Earhart Day: Virgin River by Robyn Carr✔
10. Reader's Choice:Under the Cowboy's Control by Lynda Chance