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July 2009 Reading Challenge
1. Vampires: 2. Werewolves: Wild Highland Magic byKendra Leigh Castle
3. Shifters: Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
4. Gods/Godesses: Naamah's Kiss by Jacqueline Carey
5. Angels: In the Blood by Adrian Phoenix
6. Witches/Mages:
7. Fae:
8. Aliens:
9. Psychics:
5/9 done
1 Vamps: Dayhunter 2 Werewolves: Skin Trade (READING NOW)
3 Shifters: Skinwalker A Jane Yellowrock Novel
4 Imortals: Curse the Dawn (FINISHED)7-1-09 ***
5 Demons: The Shadow Queen
6 Witches/Warlocks: Street Magic (FINISHED) 7/14/09****
7 Fae/Fairies: Faerie Tale
8 Alien/space: The Left Hand of Darkness
9 Night Rising(FINISHED 7-7-09) **
Liked Street Magic. Interested in others take on this. I have heard yuc, and wow, best book ever. I was not on either extreme on this one. Do like Jack and Pete though.
Street Magic
1.Vampire- 2.Werewolf- BloodLines - Eileen Wilks
3.Shifter-
4.God/Goddess/Immortal-
5.Demon/Angel-
6.Witch/Warlock/Sorcerer/Mage-
7.Fae/Faerie- BloodFever - Karen Marie Moning
8.Aliens/SpaceCowboys-
9.Psychics/Ghosts/Human with Abilities-
Michelle (Shelli_m)
Hey guys,I'm alive... I swear. I've been dealing with some drama. That friend of mine that was supposed to be getting married in September that Ann in VA mentioned? Well her fiancee up and stops talking/texting/emailing her on Wednesday and then she calls his work on Friday because he won't answer her and so he sends her a text message that says: Don't send out the invites. I'm busy. I'll call later. Then he cleared out the bank account their wedding money was in. And proceeded to NOT call until Monday night after being ordered to by his Master Sgt.
No kidding. SO needless to say that my last week? Crazy. This is on top of my husband having been in a hit and run the first week of the month(he's fine but his car is being repaired and I'm stressed trying to figure out what to do to make ends meet because of that lovely lovely expense).
So my reading? Yeah not happening. However I am proud of myself for not driving to Cherry Point and going Moron Hunting. Sad thing is that after reporting his dishonorable actions towards her and her children and family as well as finding out they suspected the same thing my friend did... that he was repeatedly lying to get out of work... it looks like the marines aren't going to do anything but dump a bunch of money on him and medically retire him. My personal opinion is dishonourable discharge and he needs to pay my friend some money back for the thousands of dollars she spent in wedding prep for a wedding he didn't even have the decency to call off in any way other than a TEXT message.
I gotta say, I love the new technology but to break off a marriage two months before the wedding in a TEXT???????? That's low. Makes me wish I could gather up all the characters from the books we are reading and just sic them on this guy. LOL I just read about a demon hunting soccor mom. I bet that guy is possessed by a demon.
OK, so seriously, rant off. I swear.
Here's my books for July... I'll figure out where to put them later after I figure out just where what should go... LOL
Extra: Finger licking Fifteen By Janet E.
1. Peeps by Scott Westerfield
2. Deja Demon by Julie Kenner
(pretty sure they are going to be vamp and demon. Or wacky people with powers and demon. I don't know... LOL)
vampire: werewolf: Full Moon by Rebecca York
shifter:
gods: Dance with the Devil by Sherrilyn Kenyon
demons:
witches: Street Magic by Caitilin Kittredge
fae: Darkfever by Karen Marie Moning
aliens:
psychics: Evermore by Alyson Noel
Lady Ozma wrote: "Hey guys,I'm alive... I swear. I've been dealing with some drama. That friend of mine that was supposed to be getting married in September that Ann in VA mentioned? Well her fiancee up and sto..."
Wwwwwwow.
Finished the Darkest Pleasure. Meh. Showalter has a really blunt, almost immature writing style that probably really works for YA but just lacks any kind of subtlety or nuance. Her stories and world building are great, so much potential, but there's just only so much of her writing I can take before I want to scream "is this over yet??"1. vampires: Ashes of Midnight by Lara Adrian
2. werewolves:
3. shifters:
4. gods/goddeses:
5. demons/angels: Passion Unleashed by Larissa Ione
6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages: Storm Born by Richelle Mead
7. fae: Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr
8. space jam: Gabriel's Ghost by Linnea Sinclair
9. ghosts: The Dead Girls' Dance by Rachel Cain
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4 down; 5 to go3. shifters:
4. gods/goddesses/immortals:
5. demons/angels:
7. fae/fairies:
9. psychics/ghosts/humans with paranormal abilities:
1.Vampire- 2.Werewolf- BloodLines - Eileen Wilks
3.Shifter-
4.God/Goddess/Immortal-
5.Demon/Angel-
6.Witch/Warlock/Sorcerer/Mage-
7.Fae/Faerie-
8.Aliens/SpaceCowboys-
9.Psychics/Ghosts/Human with Abilities-
Michelle (Shelli_m)
Nichole,You ain't kidding. I'm still reeling. And it wasn't even happening to me! I tell you what though, my husband ever had the audacity to send me a text message like that? His butt would be stomped into the ground.
All done - amazing what being forced to rest on maternity leave can do! Doubt I'll be able to keep this speed up once the baby arrives!!1.
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You go girl! And how much longer till the baby comes?
Three weeks - am absolutely terrified!
07.15.09 UPDATE1.
2. Werewolves | The Awakening by Kelley Armstrong
3. Shifters | Skin Trade by Laurell K Hamilton
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6. Witches |Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison
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9. Psychic |Living Dead in Dallas by Charlaine Harris
So I finished A Hunger Like No Other around 1:00 this morning. OMG, I'm so happy I joined this group, for several reasons one of which it has introduced me to to new authors. And another reason is, participating in challenges like this one, has provided the necessary kick in the behind to step out of my comfort zone and old stand bys and try something new.
Kresely Cole has quickly become a must read for me, after getting over the initial Scottish brogue (which I fell in love with after getting to know Lachlain) and I can't wait to start the next book!
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Lady Ozma wrote: "Nichole, You ain't kidding. I'm still reeling. And it wasn't even happening to me! I tell you what though, my husband ever had the audacity to send me a text message like that? His butt would be stomped into the ground. "Good for you! People amaze me. The kinds of things you think only happen in the movies or on soap operas... I'm continually surprised by the things people do.
1. vamps - One Foot in the Grave - Jeaniene Frost 7/1
2.werewolves - A Hunger like No Other - Kresley Cole 7/11
3.shifters - Destiny Kills - Keri Arthur 7/14
4.gods/immortals - The Warlord Wants Forever - Kresley Cole 7/10
5. demons/angels - Jacob - Jacquelyn Frank
6.witches/mages - Poison Study - Maria Snyder 7/3
7.fae - Storm Born - Richelle Mead 7/6
8.aliens - Kiss of Midnight - Lara Adrian 7/9
9. psychics/ghosts/paranormal - Evermore - Alyson Noel (currently reading)
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5. demons/angels - Jacob - Jacquelyn Frank
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9. psychics/ghosts/paranormal - Evermore - Alyson Noel (currently reading)
3 down. 6 to go1.
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3. shifters - Destiny Kills by Keri Arthur
4. gods/goddesses/immortals - The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter
5. demons/angels - Pleasure Unbound by Larissa Ione
6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages - Dime Store Magic by Kelley Armstrong
7. fae/fairies -Bloodfever by Karen Marie Moning
8. aliens/space cowboys - Gabriel's Ghost by Linnea Sinclair OR Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian
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I'm really falling in love with the Mercy Thompson series. I read Moon Called all over again before i started Blood Bound even though i read it for the June Challenge. This is fast becoming my favourite series.
Only 2 down . Hey at least I still have some time to read! :)1.
2. werewolves - Blood Lines by Eileen Wilks
3. shifters - The Smoke Thief by Shana Abé
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5. demons/angels - Pleasure Unbound by Larissa Ione
6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages - Bound by Flame by Anna Windsor
7. fae/fairies - Storm Born by Richelle Mead
8. aliens/space cowboys/ space story - Grimspace by Ann Aguirre
9.humans with paranormal abilities - Red-Headed Stepchild by Jaye Wells
Nichole wrote: "Finished the Darkest Pleasure. Meh. Showalter has a really blunt, almost immature writing style that probably really works for YA but just lacks any kind of subtlety or nuance. Her stories and world building are great, so much potential, but there's just only so much of her writing I can take before I want to scream "is this over yet??""I completely agree. I read Heart Of The Dragon and I couldn't believe how horrible it was. Probably one of the worst romances I've ever read. And you're right about the worlds she creates - they're wonderful but it's just like everything else falls flat inside them. So much potential wasted!
2 done, 7 to go...1. vampires -
2. werewolves - The Darkest Kiss, Keri Arthur - done, 07/05/2009
3. shifters
4. gods/goddesses/immortals - Morrigan's Cross, Nora D. Roberts - done, 07/14/2009
5. demons/angels
6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages
7. fae/fairies – A Kiss of Shadows, Laurell K. Hamilton
8. aliens/space cowboys
9. psychics/ghosts/humans with paranormal abilities
Actually, the Circle trilogy, which I started with Morrigan's Cross can cover a few of these categories. Can I do that?
Angie: So soon! YAY!!! Boy or girl? Names? Nichole: Tell me about it. I mean I've heard about it...I thought that is the sort of thing to happen in a movie but no one would be that lame in real life. No way. But apparently not only do people do it, I KNOW people who do it. My goodness.
And people wonder why I read "brain candy" as they pretty much lump all scifi/fantasy into. You know what? I do NOT want to read about people being losers and sending their fiancee a text message to break off a 5+ year relationship. That's real life and it is not only lame but it's depressing.
Give me ghosts and demons and witches and aliens thank you very much.
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I went to the dentist today--I HATE going to dentist, it always hurts, hurts hurts.
However--I'm passing on a brand new series that I just read and loved. Its by D. D. Barant and called Dying Bites. LOVE the world premis, good writing (even for a first in a series book) and can't wait for the next one. Its a UF, not PNR, but still. . . Basically a profiler from our world gets pulled into a parallel one where there is no mental illness because--99% of the population is Para--vamps, weres and golems. And one of the few humans has gone nuts and is killing vamps and weres. Ssssoooooo. . .
Ann in VA
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Sure, you can put all three books in three different categories.
How did you like the Circle trilogy? The last one is my fave, and Cian is just wonderful.
Update 7/15/09 6/9 done A few changes made.1. vampires Love Bites by Lynsay Sands or
2. werewolves
3. shifter Hell's Belles by Jackie Kessler or
4.Gods/goddesses/Immortals
5.Witches/Warlocks/Mages BloodringbyFaith Hunter orMagic to the BonebyDevon Monk
6.demons /angelsThe Demon You KnowbyChristine Warrenor Accidental Demon Slayer by Angie Fox
7.fae/Faeries Fragile Eternity byMelissa Marr or Valiant by Holly Black
8.Aliens/space cowboys
9.Pyschics/Ghost Odd Thomas by Dean Koontz(Ghost)or
Lady Ozma wrote: "Angie: So soon! YAY!!! Boy or girl? Names? Nichole: Tell me about it. I mean I've heard about it...I thought that is the sort of thing to happen in a movie but no one would be that lame in r..."
I agree whole hearted with that statement lol.
6 down. 3 to go Made a few changes again.1.
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3. shifters - Destiny Kills by Keri Arthur
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6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages - Dime Store Magic by Kelley Armstrong
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8. aliens/space cowboys - Gabriel's Ghost by Linnea Sinclair OR Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian
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Just realised that the Katie MacAlister and Dark Elves book can count as well :)
5 down 4 to go.1.Vampire:
2.Werewolves:
3.Shifters:
4.God/Goddess: Morrigan's Cross By Nora Roberts
5.Demons/Angels: Working for the Devil By Lilith Saintcrow
6.Witches/Warlocks:
7.Fae/Fairies:
8.Aliens/Space: Savor Me Slowly by Gena Showalterby Gena Showalter
9.Humans with paranormal abilities Dead and Gone By Charlaine Harris
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1. Vampire Lover Unbound - J.R. Ward 7/6
2.Werewolves Blood Bound - Patricia Briggs 7/7
3. Shapeshifter Touch Of Darkness - Christina Dodd
4. God/Goddess Morrigan's Cross - Nora Roberts
5.emons Kiss Of A Demon King - Kresly Cole 7/10
6. Witches Under Your Spell - Lois Greiman
7. Fae/Fairies/Unseelie Dream Warrior - Sherrilyn Kenyon
8.Aliens/Space Awaken Me Darkly - Gena Showalter 7/12
9.Psychics/Ghosts/Humans with paranormal abilities Dead As A Doornail - Charlaine Harris 7/16
Also read:
Lover Revealed - J.R. Ward 7/1
Beneath A Midnight Moon - Madeline Baker 7/8
Vampire Kisses: Blood Relatives Vol 1 & 2 - Ellen Schreiber 7/8, 7/10
One Silent Night - Sherrilyn Kenyon 7/11
Lover Enshrined - J.R. Ward 7/14
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3. Shapeshifter Touch Of Darkness - Christina Dodd
4. God/Goddess Morrigan's Cross - Nora Roberts
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6. Witches Under Your Spell - Lois Greiman
7. Fae/Fairies/Unseelie Dream Warrior - Sherrilyn Kenyon
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Also read:
Lover Revealed - J.R. Ward 7/1
Beneath A Midnight Moon - Madeline Baker 7/8
Vampire Kisses: Blood Relatives Vol 1 & 2 - Ellen Schreiber 7/8, 7/10
One Silent Night - Sherrilyn Kenyon 7/11
Lover Enshrined - J.R. Ward 7/14
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Yz wrote: "Ronelle wrote: Actually, the Circle trilogy, which I started with Morrigan's Cross can cover a few of these categories. Can I do that?..."Sure, you can put all three books in three different ca..."
I've finished Morrigan's Cross, which really whetted my appetite for the entire series, and I'm starting Dance of the Gods. I'm also sneaking a peek at Valley of Silence because I read in a review that that is Moira and Cian's story, and I'm such a sucker for romantic vampires...
How do I like the Circle Trilogy? I'm loving it, so much that I have borrowed both print and audio versions of all three from my library... you know, I listen to it in the car on my drive to and from work, then when when I'm home, I continue where I left off in the print version... Kinda obsessive, but what can I say? When I like something, I get a bit intense.
Lady Ozma wrote: "Nichole,You ain't kidding. I'm still reeling. And it wasn't even happening to me! I tell you what though, my husband ever had the audacity to send me a text message like that? His butt would ..."
You don't say! If that happened to me, he wouldn't have a butt to speak of, much less stomp into the ground!
Lady Ozma wrote: "Angie: So soon! YAY!!! Boy or girl? Names? Nichole: Tell me about it. I mean I've heard about it...I thought that is the sort of thing to happen in a movie but no one would be that lame in r..."
Ann,
I'm reading Dying Bites too. I agree that it's really good. Very hard to put down. Glad the author has a second in the series
1.vampires- 2. werewolf-
3. shifter-
4. gods/goddesses/immortals-
5. demons/angels- Working for the Devil by Lilith Saintcrow or Iron Hunt by Marjorie M. Liu
6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages-
7. fae/fairies- Thorn Queen by Richelle Mead
8. aliens/space cowboys-
9. psychics/ghosts/humans with abilities - Ice Cold Grave by Charlaine Harris
I really liked Poison Study by Maria Snyder. From the first page, I was hooked. There were a few moments while reading that I thought "this is so predictable" just to keep reading and see how far off I was, and I love it when that happens. The world building in this book is excellent. If any of you love rooting for the under dog, then I think you'll really like Yelena, the heroine. This book has all the elements, fantasy/magic, political intrigue, romance etc. I can't wait to get my hands on the sequel Magic Study.
Michelle in TN
Changing my Gods/Goddesses book from Tall Dark and Dead to Dying BitesGods/Goddesses - Dying Bites by D.D. Barant
Aso read:
Murder Under a Mystic Moon by Yasmin Galnorn
Southern Peril by T. Lynn Ocean
Ampihigorey Too by edward Gorey
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2. Werewolves -
3. Shifters - Kiss of Fate by Deborah Cooke
4. Gods/Immortals - Red Fire A Gods of Midnight Novel by Deidre Knight
5. Demons/Angels -
6. Witches/Wizards -
7. Fae/Fairies - Lord of the Fading Lands by C.L. Wilson
8. aliens/space cowboys - Hope's Folly by Linnea Sinclair
9. psychics/ghosts - Wake by Lisa McMann
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So far we have 53 participants.
Shazzy - 6 books done
Nichole - 3 books done
Ann(from VA) - 8 books done
Michelle(shelli_m) - 8 books done
UniquelyMoi
Angie - 9 books done - Complete - Congratulations!
DarkHeart - 5 books done
Christine
Jael - 6 books done
Barbara
Lori(metamorphosis) - 7 books done
Melissa - 6 books done
Annvelwis - 9 books done - Complete - Congratulations!
Gail - 5 books done
Mary - 4 books done
Vicki
LadyOzma - 2 books done
Lily - 3 books done
Mel - 2 books done
Diana - 5 books done
Michelle(karenshell) - 2 books done
Kristen - 1 book done
BarbaraVanCor - 5 books done
Ann(fromCA)
Lenore - 4 books done
Clerah - 5 books done
BJ Rose - 3 books done
Michelle(from TN) - 6 books done
Sandy - 8 books done
Nita - 5 books done
colleen - 9 books done - Complete - Congratulations!
Jan - 7 books done
Nozomi
K - 6 books done
Delitealex - 2 books done
Melinda - 4 books done
Amber - 2 books done
Laura - 5 books done
Yz - 4 books done
Jennie - 2 books done
Daisyj
Vicci - 5 books done
rebeccaj - 3 books done
Ronelle - 2 books done
Elli - 5 books done
Trish - 1 book done
Stephanie - 2 books done
Lu - 1 book done
Shannon - 2 books done
Kyle - 9 books done - Complete - Congratulations!
The following have signed up since the last update.
Tricia
Natalia - 2 books done
Jackie - 9 books done - Complete - Congratulations!
Group's Running Total: 209 books read.
Five participant had completed all 9 books.
Signing up will remain open throughout the whole month.
Note: For ease of tracking, please repost your official list with your progress after every update. Striking out the title and/or a finished date after the book's name will be best.
Next update will be July 21.
Happy reading, everyone!
Completed 4/9
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1. vampires: Dark Hunger by Sara Reinke
2. werewolves: Wolf at the Door by Christine Warren
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6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages: Spell of the Highlander by KM Moning
7. fae/fairies: Darkfever by KM Moning
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9. psychics/ghosts/humans with paranormal abilities: Hidden Currents by Christine Feehan
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Also read this month:
Don't Look Down by Suzanne Enoch
Billionaires Prefer Blondes by S. Enoch
The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay
Jeeves and the Mating Season by P.G. Wodehouse
Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys
5/9 four to go!!*vampire:
*werewolf: Full Moon by Rebecca York
*shifter:
*gods: Dance with the Devil by Sherrilyn Kenyon
*demons:
*witches: Street Magic by Caitlin Kittridge
*fae: Darkfever by Karen Marie Moning
*aliens:
*psychics:
I don't think I am going to get Branded By Fire in time for this challenge so I am replacing it with Desire Untamed1. Vampires:
2. Werewolves: Wild Highland Magic byKendra Leigh Castle
3. Shifters:
4. Gods/Godesses: Naamah's Kiss by Jacqueline Carey
5. Angels: In the Blood by Adrian Phoenix
6. Witches/Mages:
7. Fae:
8. Aliens:
9. Psychics:
6/9 done
Hey, I just had a question. This is my first challenge, and I've enjoyed it so much that I want to keep doing them. I am just wondering at what point during the current month is the theme for the next's month's challenge posted? I just happened to stumble upon this one somehow. I'm off today, and it's pay day, which usually means I'll end up at Borders and/or on Amazon for hours, (used books are great!). I've learned about so many great series and authors while doing this challenge like Nalini Singh's Psy/ Changeling series, and Melanie Nowak's Almost Human! I just thought I'd check before I went out and spent too much money.
Michelle in TN
Yz wrote: "1. Vampires - Marked by P.C. Cast 7/16
2. Werewolves - The Untamed One by Ronda Thompson 7/11
3. Shifters - Kiss of Fate by Deborah Cooke
4. Gods/Immorta..."
Angie wrote: "Three weeks - am absolutely terrified!"My friend in literature, I’m not certain if it’s childbirth or imminent motherhood which has you terrified. I wanted to reassure you on both counts.
While experiencing labor, remember your doctor won’t allow anything dangerous happen to you or your baby. So, labor will never continue to a point where you and your baby physically can’t handle. Therefore, labor ends whether you naturally birth a baby or your doctor performs a cesarean. When you think you can’t continue, remember the birthing process will end.
If your fears stem from becoming a mother, the answer isn’t so easy. Children don’t come with a manual and you will make mistakes. On the positive note, fill the children with love and they should forgive you the mistakes. The journey is amazing. I’m only in my 8th year as a parent, of a 8 and 4 year old, and every day they’ve made me a better person.
I wish you the best.
Yz usually posts the next month's challenge about a week before the end of the month. Then everybody scrambles to sign up because picking the books is almost more fun than actually reading them. :)
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Hey, I just had a question. This is my first challenge, and I've enjoyed it so much that I want to keep doing them. I am just wondering at what point during the current month is the theme for t..."
Michelle,
I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed your first challenge.
I usually post the new challenge between the 20th-25th of the month, in order to give everyone the chance to plan their lists, and purchase, reserve or borrow their books.
I wish I can tell you now, but I'm still in the process of refining next month's challenge.
Postpone that book-buying spree yet..LOL..that is if you have the strength to resist temptation..LOL...I swear book stores just call to us readers, stronger than any siren's song..LOL
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Come ON Yz--you know that resisting a book-buying spree calls for super human powers. Any of us that can actually DO that deserve canonization. (For non-Catholic's that means being named a saint.)
Angie--a manual for kids won't work--cause you'd have to have a new--and different--one for every single kid. Even identical twins aren't the same. I've been a Mum for 34 years now, and STILL feel like a beginner sometimes. Of course, now I'm in Motherhood 2.0 aka Grandmotherhood. :o) My "boys" are a delight, even when they are fighting and getting on my nerves. But that's the nice thing about grandkids, they get to that point and you can sent them home to Mum and Dad. LOL--isn't that right Oz??? (for our new members Lady Ozma is my daughter.)
In reply to message 308 by Lily written on July 14th....Liked Street Magic. Interested in others take on this. I have heard yuc, and wow, best book ever. I was not on either extreme on this one. Do like Jack and Pete though.
Street Magic is actually going to go down as one of my quirky favorite new series reads. I love Caitlin Kittredge and her Nocturne City series but actually think that am going to like "The Black" series better, it is gritty and raw and very colorful... The funny part is bought the book from Barnes and Nobles and have had it couple weeks and started reading yesterday afternoon and am almost finished and cannot wait for the next one to come out now that have new characters to keep up with. I would recommend it to others and some may like it and some may not depending on what they normally read on any given day... I like the wierd bump in the night stuff and love to read about paranormal creatures and magic is fascinating stuff to me....
Update 7/17/09 7/9 done 1. vampires Love Bites by Lynsay Sands or
2. werewolves
3. shifter Hell's Belles by Jackie Kessler or
4.Gods/goddesses/Immortals
5.Witches/Warlocks/Mages BloodringbyFaith Hunter or
6.demons /angelsThe Demon You KnowbyChristine Warrenor Accidental Demon Slayer by Angie Fox
7.fae/Faeries Fragile Eternity byMelissa Marr or Valiant by Holly Black
8.Aliens/space cowboys
9.Pyschics/Ghost Odd Thomas by Dean Koontz(Ghost)or
Thanks Nichole!Nichole wrote: "Yz usually posts the next month's challenge about a week before the end of the month. Then everybody scrambles to sign up because picking the books is almost more fun than actually reading them. :)"
Thanks Yz..... I'll do my best, when it comes to books, it's very hard to resist temptation. I'm so excited to see what next month's challenge will be.Yz wrote: "Michelle wrote: "
Hey, I just had a question. This is my first challenge, and I've enjoyed it so much that I want to keep doing them. I am just wondering at what point during the current month i..."
Updates: 1. vampires - Valley of Silence, Nora Roberts
2. werewolves - The Darkest Kiss, Keri Arthur - done, 07/05/2009
3. shifters - Dance of the Gods, Nora Roberts
4. gods/goddesses/immortals - Morrigan's Cross, Nora D. Roberts - done, 07/14/2009
5. demons/angels
6. witches/warlocks/sorcerers/mages
7. fae/fairies – A Kiss of Shadows, Laurell K. Hamilton
8. aliens/space cowboys
9. psychics/ghosts/humans with paranormal abilities
1 Vamps: Dayhunter 2 Werewolves: Skin Trade (FINISHED)***
3 Shifters: Skinwalker A Jane Yellowrock Novel
4 Imortals: Curse the Dawn (FINISHED)7-1-09 ***
5 Demons: The Shadow Queen
6 Witches/Warlocks: Street Magic (FINISHED) 7/14/09****
7 Fae/Fairies: Faerie Tale (NOW READING)
8 Alien/space: The Left Hand of Darkness
9 Night Rising(FINISHED 7-7-09) **
Paranormal Romance & Urban Fantasy
Books mentioned in this topic
The Untamed One (other topics)Lord of the Fading Lands (other topics)
Hope's Folly (other topics)
Kiss of a Demon King (other topics)
Once Upon Stilettos (other topics)
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Authors mentioned in this topic
Kresley Cole (other topics)Kelley Armstrong (other topics)
Kim Harrison (other topics)
Laurell K. Hamilton (other topics)
Elizabeth Lowell (other topics)
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1. Vampires -
Zen and the Art of Vampires by Katie MacAlister02-072. Werewolf -
Blood and Chocolate by Annette Curtis Klause04-073. Shifter -
The Smoke Thief by Shana Abé05-074. Immortal -
Dance With The Devil by Sherrilyn Kenyon08-075. Demon -
Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead12-076. Witch -
The Kitchen Witch by Annette Blair05-077. Fairies -
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