Romance Readers Reading Challenges discussion

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1. 'J' is for January: 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: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.

Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue

Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover.

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.

7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.
Lilly's Wedding Quilt - Kelly Long (Thomas Nelson - Apr 2011) (2011) - Jan 1

8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).
Colton Christmas Rescue - Beth Cornelison (HRS #1780 - Dec 2013) - Jan 3

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

1. 'J' is for January: Home for the Holidays by Jeaniene Frost

2. Member of the Month: Succubus Blues (Georgina Kincaid, #1) by Richelle Mead

3. Geography: Easy by Tammara Webber

4. Jan. 1 - New Year's Day: The Cupcake Diaries: Sweet on You (The Cupcake Diaries, #1) by Darlene Panzera

5. Jan. 6 - Epiphany: Naked (The Blackstone Affair, #1) by Raine Miller

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Sweet Surrender (Sweet Series, #1) by Maya Banks

7. Out with the Old: Scandalous (Scandalous, #1) by H.M. Ward

8. In with the New: Hope Flames (Hope Series,#1) by Jaci Burton

9. National Blood Donor Month: Up from the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

10. Reader's Choice: The Fallen King by T.A. Grey

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge
Duration: January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014
Read 0/10

1. 'J' is for January: something by Jill Shalvis

2. Member of the Month: Courtney Unearthly or Storm Born

3. Geography:

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day:

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany:

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest):

7. Out with the Old:

8. In with the new: (Dec 2013)

9. National Blood Donor Month:

10. Reader's Choice:

2014 January Monthly Challenge
Completed: 2/10

1. 'J' is for January: Julia Quinn’s An Offer From a Gentleman

2. Member of the Month: Courtney Daughter of Smoke & Bone

3. Geography:Mockingjay

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Grimspace

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: To Desire a Devil Read: 01/03

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Sweet Surrender

7. Out with the Old: Rampant

8. In with the new: The Professional: Part 1, The Professional: Part 2, The Professional: Part 3

9. National Blood Donor Month: Lover Reborn

10. Reader's Choice: Through the Zombie Glass Read: 01/04

2014 January Monthly Challenge

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✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14★ ★ ★ ★ ★
2. Member of the Month: Courtney 2010 Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord by Sarah MacLean
3. Geography: West Virginia. Street Game by Christine Feehan
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Laura's Big Break by Janet Elizabeth Henderson
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): TBD
7. Out with the Old: When You Dare by Lori Foster
8. In with the new:Forged In Ash by Trish McCallan
9. National Blood Donor Month: TBD
✓10. Reader's Choice: Blame It On Texas by Christie Craig - 03/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★

Elizabeth wrote: "Jojo wrote: "
2014 January Monthly Challenge
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✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14★ ★ ★ ★ ★"

What a nice way to start the year! A 5-star Kristen Ashle..."

It was still a 5 star but I don't think it was as good as the others in the series.

Jojo wrote: "Elizabeth wrote: "Jojo wrote: "
2014 January Monthly Challenge
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✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14★ ★ ★ ★ ★"

What a nice way to start the year! A 5-..."

I plan to read the whole series this year. I've just started reading The Gamble and loving it!

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge
Duration: January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014
Read 3/10

1. 'J' is for January: Jill Shalvis - Forever and a Day, 1/2/2014, 4*
2. Member of the Month: Courtney- Allegiant or The Girl in the Steel Corset
3. Geography: Allegiant or Sweet Seduction Sacrifice
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: (first book in a series) The Gamble
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: (body of water)Life Lessons
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): (plant in the title) The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.Paradise or At the Bride Hunt Ball
8. In with the new: (Dec 2013) Full Throttle or The Perfect Match
9. National Blood Donor Month: (vampires) Archangel's Legion, 1/2/2014, 4*
10. Reader's Choice: Frost Burned, 1/4/2014, 3.5*

Read: 4/10


1. 'J' is for January: Aaron by JP Barnaby

2. Member of the Month: Man Down (2010) 1/1/14 ★★★☆☆

3. Geography: Catch My Breath

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Training Season 1/3/14 ★★★★☆

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Under Contract

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Bayou Moon

7. Out with the Old: Guilty Pleasures

8. In with the new: Different Strokes 1/1/14 ★★★★☆

9. National Blood Donor Month: Winter Winds

10. Reader's Choice: Love in the Afternoon 1/1/14 ★★★★☆

Elizabeth wrote: "Jojo wrote: "Elizabeth wrote: "Jojo wrote: "
2014 January Monthly Challenge
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✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14★ ★ ★ ★ ★"
What a nice way to start t..."

It's my favourite series - can't wait for Kaleidoscope

January 2014 RRRC Monthly Challenge
Goal: 2/8 Completed

1. "J" Read: Jodi Redford~The Seven Year Witch ★★★☆☆ 1/3
2. MotM-Courtney: Strands of Bronze and Gold by Jane Nickerson
3. West Virginia Colors: Breaking Out by Lydia Michaels
4. New Years: TBD
7. Out with the Old: Seduce Me by Robyn DeHart
8. In with the New: Crash into You by Katie McGarry ★★★★☆ 1/4
9. Blood Donor Month: Bloodshot by Cherie Priest
10. Reader's Choice: TBD

TBD TBD

3/10 Completed

1. J is for January: Jaded
2. Member of Month: Entangled
3. Geography: Love's Rhythm
4. New Year's Day: Reaching Out For You
5. Epiphany: Avengement1/2
6. Festival of Harvest: Tragic
7. Out with the Old: Unleashed
8. In with the New: Fallen Crest Public1/1
9. National Blood Donor Month: A Shade of Vampire
10. Reader's Choice: Nothing's Shocking1/3

RRRC - Monthly Challenges
~ 2014 January Monthly Challenge ~
Duration: January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014

Read:


1. 'J' is for January: 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: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.

Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue

Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover.

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.

7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.

8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

2/10 Completed


1. 'J' is for January:
2. Member of the Month: Unholy Ghosts by Stacia Kane (Jan 5 - Published in 2010)
3. Geography:
4. New Year’s Day: Until November by Aurora Rose Reynolds (Jan 3 - First in a series and new to me author)
5. Epiphany:
6. Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest):
7. Out with the Old:
8. In with the New:
9. National Blood Donor Month:
10. Reader's Choice:

Update...I'm going for all 10! :)

Romance Readers Reading Challenges - 2014 January Monthly Challenge 6/10 read

1. 'J' is for January: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'. Jingle My Bells finished 1/3/2014

2. Member of the Month: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year. The Bastard Prince

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.

Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue

Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover.
American Love Songs

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author : The Knight and The Prince finished 1/4/2014

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover . Boys of Summer

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.
The Ten Days of Newton finished 1/1/2014

7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR . Noticed Me Yet? finished 1/1/2014

8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer) . A Possum Christmas finished 1/2/2014

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession .
Collusion

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice . Paper Cuts and Mistletoe finished 1/2/2014

Rissa wrote: "Update...I'm going for all 10! :)

Romance Readers Reading Challenges - 2014 January Monthly Challenge 6/10 read

1. 'J' is for January: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author'..."

OMG, you should definately go for 10, already read 6/10!
You'll probably end the challenge before the 10th!

RRRC - Monthly Challenges
~ 2014 January Monthly Challenge ~
Duration: January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014

READ: 8/8...COMPLETED!!

1. 'J' is for January: Reverse Cowgirl by Jaden Wilkes...1/12
2. Member of the Month: The Business of Pleasure...1/14
3. Geography: Heat in the Kitchen...1/6
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Offside...1/4
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Just Breathe...1/22
7. Out with the Old: Big Girls Do It Better...1/4
9. National Blood Donor Month: Darkest Embrace...1/1
10. Reader's Choice: My Nights With Kate...1/3

January Monthly Challenge
4/? Read

1. 'J' is for January:Josephine Myles,Handle with Care

2. Member of the Month: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

3. Geography: Blue Cover-Love on a Wing and a Prayer 1/4 (4.5*)

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:The Proposition

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): trees on cover- Unexpected Gifts 1/4 (3.5*)

7. Out with the Old:on tbr since 1/2012- Beauty Touched The Beast 1/5

8. In with the new:Released 12/2013-Holy Frigging Matrimony: A Tangled Series Short Story 1/5 (4*)

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

2014 January Monthly Challenge

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✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14★ ★ ★ ★ ★
2. Member of the Month: Courtney 2010 Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord by Sarah MacLean
3. Geography: West Virginia. Street Game by Christine Feehan
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Laura's Big Break by Janet Elizabeth Henderson
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): TBD
✓7. Out with the Old: When You Dare by Lori Foster - 05/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★
8. In with the new:Forged In Ash by Trish McCallan
9. National Blood Donor Month: TBD
✓10. Reader's Choice: Blame It On Texas by Christie Craig - 03/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★

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1. 'J' is for January: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'...THE MAID'S DAUGHTER by Janice Maynard...

2. Member of the Month: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year...SKIP

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.

Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue

Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover...Cover..DRAGOS TAKES A HOLIDAY...Thea Harrison...1-3-14

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:....FAR STAR BY Anne Avery

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover. (body of water on cover)..FOR THE LOVE OF MAGIC by Janet Chapman

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character...SKIP

7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR...THE HAWK by Monica McCarty

8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer)...THE PIRATE BRIDE by Sandra Hill...

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice

1/7 finished

10. Reader's Choice: Making Promises - 1/5/14 - ★ ★ ★ ★

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1. 'J' is for January: 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: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.

Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue

Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover.

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:
Happy New Year, Baby Fortune! - Leanne Banks (HSE #2305 - Jan 2014) (first book) - Jan 5

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.

7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.
Lilly's Wedding Quilt - Kelly Long (Thomas Nelson - Apr 2011) (2011) - Jan 1

8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).
Colton Christmas Rescue - Beth Cornelison (HRS #1780 - Dec 2013) - Jan 3

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

January 2014 Reading Challenge:

1. 'J' is for January: Home for the Holidays by Jeaniene Frost

2. Member of the Month: Succubus Blues (Georgina Kincaid, #1) by Richelle Mead

3. Geography: Easy by Tammara Webber

* 4. Jan. 1 - New Year's Day: The Cupcake Diaries: Sweet on You (The Cupcake Diaries, #1) by Darlene Panzera - finished 1/5/14

5. Jan. 6 - Epiphany: Naked (The Blackstone Affair, #1) by Raine Miller

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Sweet Surrender (Sweet Series, #1) by Maya Banks

7. Out with the Old: Scandalous (Scandalous, #1) by H.M. Ward

8. In with the new: Hope Flames by Jaci Burton

9. National Blood Donor Month: Up from the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

10. Reader's Choice: The Fallen King (Bellum Sisters, #4) by T.A. Grey

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge

3/10 read

[4.1.] 1. John Doe by Tess Gerritsen
[6.1.] 3. Geography: Lick by Kylie Scott
[6.1.] 5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Inferno by Dan Brown

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2. Member of the Month: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

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4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Lost and Found by Nicole Williams

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6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.

7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.

8. In with the new: Theirs to Play by Kenya Wright
or
Exquisite Betrayal by A.M. Hargrove

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.

10. Reader's Choice: Resisting Her by Kendall Ryan

January 2014 RRRC Monthly Challenge
Goal: 3/8 Completed

1. "J" Read: Jodi Redford~The Seven Year Witch ★★★☆☆ 1/3
2. MotM-Courtney: Strands of Bronze and Gold by Jane Nickerson
3. West Virginia Colors: Breaking Out by Lydia Michaels ★★★☆☆ 1/6
4. New Years: TBD
7. Out with the Old: Seduce Me by Robyn DeHart
8. In with the New: Crash into You by Katie McGarry ★★★★☆ 1/4
9. Blood Donor Month: Bloodshot by Cherie Priest
10. Reader's Choice: TBD

TBD TBD

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge
Duration: January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014
Read 4/10

1. 'J' is for January: Jill Shalvis - Forever and a Day, 1/2/2014, 4*
2. Member of the Month: Courtney- Allegiant or The Girl in the Steel Corset
3. Geography: Allegiant or Sweet Seduction Sacrifice
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: (first book in a series) The Gamble
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: (body of water)Life Lessons
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): (plant in the title) The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, 1/6/2014, 4*
7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.Paradise or At the Bride Hunt Ball
8. In with the new: (Dec 2013) Full Throttle or The Perfect Match
9. National Blood Donor Month: (vampires) Archangel's Legion, 1/2/2014, 4*
10. Reader's Choice: Frost Burned, 1/4/2014, 3.5*

I'm in for 5 please

Finished: 1/10 10% updated: 01.06.2014

1. 'J' is for January: Animal Magnetism, jill shalvis

2. Member of the Month: Courtney Cress, marissa meyer

3. Geography: Read a book set during the American Civil War One Wore Blue, heather graham

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:
Fifty Shades of Grey, e.l. james

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: The Red Queen, philippa gregory

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Thyme of Death, susan wittig albert

7. Out with the Old: The French Blue: A Novel of the 17th Century, richard w wise

8. In with the new: Takedown Twenty, janet evanovich

9. National Blood Donor Month: Some Girls Bite, chloe neill...finished: 01.06.2014

10. Reader's Choice: Chihuahua Confidential, waverly curtis

4/10 Completed

1. J is for January: Jaded
2. Member of Month: Entangled
3. Geography: Love's Rhythm
4. New Year's Day: Reaching Out For You1/6
5. Epiphany: Avengement1/2
6. Festival of Harvest: Tragic
7. Out with the Old: Unleashed
8. In with the New: Fallen Crest Public1/1
9. National Blood Donor Month: A Shade of Vampire
10. Reader's Choice: Nothing's Shocking1/3

2014 January Monthly Challenge

1 of 10

1. 'J' is for January:
Jesse's Brother – Wendy Ely
done - ★ - 01.04 - awful book - don't read!

2. Member of the Month - Courtney:
Kiss an Angel – Susan Elizabet Phillips

3. Geography:
Sultry with a Twist – Macy Beckett (blue and gold cover)

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day:
It Had to Be You – Susan Elizabeth Phillips (Chicago Stars series)

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany:
Rush – Maya Banks (water on cover)

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest):
Uncertain Loyalties – Patricia Watters (farmer as main character)

7. Out with the Old:

A Lot Like Love – Julia James (on TBR since April 2012)

8. In with the New:
Worth the Fight – L.D. Davis (Dec 27, 2013)

9. National Blood Donor Month:
Exquisite – Ella Frank (doctor main character)

10. Reader's Choice:
Burn – Maya Banks

Finished: 2/10 20% update: 01.06.2014

1. 'J' is for January: Animal Magnetism, jill shalvis...finished: 01.06.2014

2. Member of the Month: Courtney Cress, marissa meyer

3. Geography: Read a book set during the American Civil War One Wore Blue, heather graham

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:
Fifty Shades of Grey, e.l. james

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: The Red Queen, philippa gregory

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Thyme of Death, susan wittig albert

7. Out with the Old: The French Blue: A Novel of the 17th Century, richard w wise

8. In with the new: Takedown Twenty, janet evanovich

9. National Blood Donor Month: Some Girls Bite, chloe neill...finished: 01.06.2014

10. Reader's Choice: Chihuahua Confidential, waverly curtis

January monthly Challenge
COMPLETED!

Read: 5 out of 5

1. 'J' is for January: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Last Hit by Jessica Clare ❤❤❤ (10.1.14)

2. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:
If you Stay by Courtney Cole ❤❤❤ (7.1.14)

3. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.
Ceaseless by Abbi Glines ❤❤❤❤❤ (13.1.14)

4. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).
Kissed by a Dark Prince by Felicity E. Heaton ❤❤❤1/2 (26.1.14)

5. Read any book of your choice.
The Governess Affair by Courtney Milan ❤❤❤❤ (11.1.14)

2014 January Monthly Challenge

1/10 Completed

01. 'J' is for January: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Brighter Than the Sun by Julia Quinn 01/06/14
02. Member of the Month: Courtney ~ Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.
Midnight Kiss by Robyn Carr
OR
She's the One by Kay Stockham
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.
Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue
Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover.
Unearthed by C.J. Barry
04. New Year’s Day (Jan. 1): Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new-to-you author.
Duchess in Love by Eloisa James
05. Epiphany (Jan. 6): Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries ~ Read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.
The Hero by Robyn Carr
06. Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest) (Jan. 14): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.
A Rogue in Texas by Lorraine Heath
OR
Far Star by Anne Avery
07. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.
Another Chance to Dream by Lynn Kurland
08. In with the New: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).
Snow Day: Heart of the Storm\Seeing Red\Land's End by Shannon Stacey
09. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.
The Family Plan by Susan Gable
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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2014 January Monthly Challenge

4/10

✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14★ ★ ★ ★ ★
2. Member of the Month: Courtney 2010 Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord by Sarah MacLean
✓3. Geography: West Virginia. Street Game by Christine Feehan - 06/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Laura's Big Break by Janet Elizabeth Henderson
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): TBD
✓7. Out with the Old: When You Dare by Lori Foster - 05/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★
8. In with the new:Forged In Ash by Trish McCallan
9. National Blood Donor Month: TBD
✓10. Reader's Choice: Blame It On Texas by Christie Craig - 03/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★

I'll start with 5. May bump it up to 8.

2/5 Read

1. J is for January: A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James
2. Hi Courtney! Silent in the Grave by Deanna Raybourn 1/5/14
3. West Virginia: Northern Lights by Nora Roberts (blue cover)
4. New Years Day: TBD
5. National Blood Donor's Month: Immortal Ever After by Lynsay Sands 1/7/14

Unread:

Read:

READ: 1/8

1. 'J' is for January: The Janus Affair - Philippa Ballantine
✔2. Member of the Month: Degrees of Wrong - Anna Scarlett (pub Aug 2012) 1/4
3. Geography: Shadow Walker - Allyson James (blue cover)
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: First to Kill - Andrew Peterson (Nathan McBride #1)
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Never Seduce a Scot - Maya Banks (Scotland)
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi: SKIP
7. Out with the Old: Dark Stranger - Susan Sizemore (on TBR since 9/2009)
8. In with the new: SKIP
9. National Blood Donor Month: Nature Of The Beast - Hannah Howell (vampires)
10. Reader's Choice: Dreams of a Dark Warrior - Kresley Cole

I'm in for 5 this month
2014 January Monthly Challenge

1/5 Done

1. 'J' is for January: 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: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.

Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue

Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover.

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.

7. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.

8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).

9. National Blood Donor Month: Blood Bound Finished 1/6/14 *****

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

2014 January Monthly Challenge

2/10 Completed

01. 'J' is for January: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Brighter Than the Sun by Julia Quinn 01/06/14
02. Member of the Month: Courtney ~ Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.
Midnight Kiss by Robyn Carr
OR
She's the One by Kay Stockham
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.
Facts about West Virginia:
★It was one of two states formed during the American Civil War
★Several Appalachian music festivals take place in the state.
★The state’s colors are old gold and blue
Alternatively, you may read a book set during the American Civil War, a book with a musician main character OR a book with a gold or blue cover.
Unearthed by C.J. Barry
04. New Year’s Day (Jan. 1): Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new-to-you author.
Duchess in Love by Eloisa James
05. Epiphany (Jan. 6): Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries ~ Read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.
The Hero by Robyn Carr 01/07/14
06. Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest) (Jan. 14): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover or the title OR with a farmer main character.
A Rogue in Texas by Lorraine Heath
OR
Far Star by Anne Avery
07. Out with the Old: Read a book that you’ve had on your TBR since last year (2012) or longer OR read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR.
Another Chance to Dream by Lynn Kurland
08. In with the New: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).
Snow Day: Heart of the Storm\Seeing Red\Land's End by Shannon Stacey
09. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.
The Family Plan by Susan Gable
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge

READ 5/10

1. 'J' is for January:
✔ An Introduction to Pleasure by Jess Michaels - 01.06.2014 (★★★★★)
2. Member of the Month: Courtney
✔ Alice in Zombieland by Gena Showalter - 01.08.2014 (★★★)
3. Geography: Blue cover
Unleashing the Storm by Sydney Croft
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s Day:
✔ Love's Rhythm by Lexxie Couper - 01.02.2014 (★★★★)
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany:
The Naked Duke by Sally MacKenzie is set in London, England.
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest):
✔ Giant by Abigail Barnette - 01.08.2014 (★★★)
7. Out with the Old:
✔ Riding the Storm by Sydney Croft has been TBR since 2011. - 01.04.2014 (★★★★)
8. In with the New: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).

9. National Blood Donor Month:
Oliver's Hunger by Tina Folsom
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

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January Monthly Challenge
5/? Read

1. 'J' is for January:Josephine Myles,Handle with Care

2. Member of the Month: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

3. Geography: Blue Cover-Love on a Wing and a Prayer 1/4 (4.5*)

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:The Proposition

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): trees on cover- Unexpected Gifts 1/4 (3.5*)

7. Out with the Old:on tbr since 1/2012- Beauty Touched The Beast 1/5

8. In with the new:Released 12/2013-Holy Frigging Matrimony: A Tangled Series Short Story 1/5 (4*)

9. National Blood Donor Month: The Vampire Affair 1/7

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

2014 January Monthly Challenge
Completed: 3/10

1. 'J' is for January: Julia Quinn’s An Offer From a Gentleman Read: 01/08

2. Member of the Month: Courtney Daughter of Smoke & Bone

3. Geography:Mockingjay

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Grimspace

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: To Desire a Devil Read: 01/03

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Sweet Surrender

7. Out with the Old: Rampant

8. In with the new: The Professional: Part 1, The Professional: Part 2, The Professional: Part 3

9. National Blood Donor Month: Lover Reborn

10. Reader's Choice: Through the Zombie Glass Read: 01/04

2014 January Monthly Challenge

5/10

✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14★ ★ ★ ★ ★
2. Member of the Month: Courtney 2010 Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord by Sarah MacLean
✓3. Geography: West Virginia. Street Game by Christine Feehan - 06/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Kiss of Midnight by Lara Adrian
✓5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Laura's Big Break by Janet Elizabeth Henderson - 07/01/14 ★ ★ ★
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): TBD
✓7. Out with the Old: When You Dare by Lori Foster - 05/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★
8. In with the new:Forged In Ash by Trish McCallan
9. National Blood Donor Month: TBD
✓10. Reader's Choice: Blame It On Texas by Christie Craig - 03/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★

January Monthly Challenge
6/? Read

1. 'J' is for January:Josephine Myles,Handle with Care

2. Member of the Month: Courtney - Courtney has been a member of the RRRC since August, 2010. Here is the link to Courtney's shelves. Please read a book from any of Courtney's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in August of any year.

3. Geography: Blue Cover-Love on a Wing and a Prayer 1/4 (4.5*)

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: New to me author- Deep In The Count 1/8

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Since it commemorates the baptism of Jesus Christ and is an official holiday in many European countries, read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): trees on cover- Unexpected Gifts 1/4 (3.5*)

7. Out with the Old:on tbr since 1/2012- Beauty Touched The Beast 1/5

8. In with the new:Released 12/2013-Holy Frigging Matrimony: A Tangled Series Short Story 1/5 (4*)

9. National Blood Donor Month: The Vampire Affair 1/7

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

I am in. Going to try for 10. While putting this list together I realized that I have a bit of a theme going.

Read 7/10

1. 'J' is for January: Just One Day by Gayle Forman 1/8/2014
2. Member of the Month(Courtney): Scarlet by Marissa Meyer 1/11/2014
3. Geography (West Virginia): Alternate:musician The Last Days by Scott Westerfeld
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Gone by Michael Grant 1/15/2014
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Iced by Karen Marie Moning 1/6/2014
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest) : Hunger by Michael Grant 1/19/2014
7. Out with the Old: Annabel by Lauren Oliver 1/16/2014
8. In with the new: Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
9. National Blood Donor Month: Angels' Flight by Nalini Singh
10. Reader's Choice: Just One Year by Gayle Forman 1/9/2014

Im in for all 10 will do my list and post asap read 2 already! I love this my first challenge on here and its fab!

Going to try for 9 of these. Hopefully it will work.

8/9

1. The Killing Season--William W. Johnstone--1/23
2. Christmas UnPlugged--Joy Nash--1/10
3.
4. Amethyst--Lauren Royal--1/6
5. The Captain of Her Heart--Anita Stansfield--1/16
6. A Home in the West--Lori Copeland, Virginia Smith--1/17
7. Finger Lickin' Fifteen--Janet Evonovich
8. Nightmaster--Susan Krinard--1/26
9. Cursed Kiss--Helen Scott Taylor--1/20
10. Murdered By Music--Barbra Graham--1/7

January 2014 Monthly Reading Challenge
1/?

1. 'J'anuary Defy Not the Heart Johanna Lindsey

2. Courtney TBD

3. West Virginia (Blue) Joining Johanna Lindsey

4. New Year's Day The Return of Rafe MacKade Nora Roberts

5. Epiphany (Germany) A Bed of Spices Barbara Samuel or

6. Harvest (Farmer) The Fall of Shane MacKade Nora Roberts

7. Out with the old The Pride of Jared MacKade Nora Roberts

8. In with the new The Luckiest Lady in London Sherry Thomas

9. Blood Donor Month (Doctor) When Beauty Tamed the Beast Eloisa James 01/09

10. My Pick The Heart of Devin MacKade Nora Roberts

Carla wrote: "Books 3/3 Bools Done

4.Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: first book in a series: Lexi, Baby 1-5-14

8. In with the new: recently released 12-30-13 Finding My Forever 1-8-14
..."

Well done Carla!!
Plenty of time to add more books, if you like!

1/10 read


1. J is for January - Jane Davitt - Accidentally In Love
2. Member of the Month: Courtney - Lights and Sirens
3. Geography - Beautiful Harmony
4. New Year's Day - My Cowboy Heart
5. Epiphany - Magic & Mischief
6. Makara Sankranthi - Quiet Erp
7. Out with the Old - The 51st Thursday
8. In with the New - Old Loyalty, New Love - 1/10
9. National Blood Donor Month - And the Two Shall Become One
10. Reader's Choice - Touch & Geaux

4/10 Completed


1. 'J' is for January:
2. Member of the Month: Unholy Ghosts by Stacia Kane (Jan 5 - Published in 2010)
3. Geography:
4. New Year’s Day: Until November by Aurora Rose Reynolds (Jan 3 - First in a series and new to me author)
5. Epiphany: Guilty Pleasures by Laura Lee Guhrke (Jan 7 - Set in England)
6. Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest):
7. Out with the Old:
8. In with the New:
9. National Blood Donor Month: Shadow of the Vampire by Meagan Hatfield (Jan 10 - Vampires)
10. Reader's Choice: