Romance Readers Reading Challenges discussion

2014 January Monthly Challenge

3/10 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 01/11/14
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

5/10 read

[4.1.] 1. 'J' is for January: John Doe by Tess Gerritsen
[6.1.] 3. Geography: Lick by Kylie Scott
[6.1.] 5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Inferno by Dan Brown
[11.1.] 4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day:Lost and Found by Nicole Williams
[11.1.] 8. In with the new: Theirs to Play by Kenya Wright

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2. Member of the Month: More Than Words by Karla Doyle
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6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Chain by Viola Grace

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.
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9. National Blood Donor Month: Blood Therapy by Lynda Hilburn

10. Reader's Choice: Resisting Her by Kendall Ryan
or
Exquisite Betrayal by A.M. Hargrove

2014 January Monthly Challenge

4 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)
Done - 01.06 - ★★★★

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)
Done - 01.08 - ★★★★★

✔9. National Blood Donor Month:
Exquisite – Ella Frank (doctor main character)
Done - 01.07 - ★★★★

10. Reader's Choice:
Burn – Maya Banks

Update (original post #59):

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge
Completed: 5/10

1. 'J' is for January: Jagged

2. Member of the Month: Barely a Lady (published in 2010) Jan. 6, 2014

3. Geography (book with a blue cover) A Certain Wolfish Charm

4. First book in a series: Texas Bride (Mail Order Brides, #1) Jan. 1, 2014

5. Epiphany (book set in a European country):
The Maiden Jan. 2, 2014

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (small yellow flowers on cover): The Velvet Promise Jan. 3, 2014

7. Out with the Old: Crux

8. In with the new: Sweet Revenge

9. National Blood Donor Month (read a book with vampires): Kiss of Midnight

10. Reader's Choice: Rock Hard Jan. 9, 2014

READ: 4/9

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) 1/10
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: Reaver - Larissa Ione (pub 12/17/13) 1/5
✔9. National Blood Donor Month: Nature Of The Beast - Hannah Howell (vampires) 1/8
10. Reader's Choice: Dreams of a Dark Warrior - Kresley Cole

Read: 5/10


1. 'J' is for January: My Rugby-Playing Twink by Jaime Simms

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 1/11/14 ★★★★☆

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 ★★★★☆

Read: 6/10


1. 'J' is for January: My Rugby-Playing Twink by Jaime Simms

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 1/11/14 ★★★★☆

7. Out with the Old: Guilty Pleasures

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

9. National Blood Donor Month: Winter Winds 1/11/14 ★★★☆☆

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

4/10


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.
Her Highland Protector - Ann Lethbridge (HH #1144 - July 2013) (Scotland) - Jan 11

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.

I'm in for this one:)

2014 January Monthly Challenge
Duration: 01.01.14 - 31.01.14

10 out of 10

1. 'J' is for January
✔ Rule (Marked Men #1) - Jay Crownover 29.01.14 ★★★★★

2. Book Published in 2010
✔ Nunca nadie mas - Lola Rey Gómez 14.01.14 ★★★★

3. Music
✔ Easy - Tammara Webber 13.01.14 ★★★★★

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day
✔ Rock Chick (Rock Chick #1) - Kristen Ashley 25.01.14 ★★★★★

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany
✔ The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1) by Rick Riordan31.01.14 ★★★★★

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest)
✔ Daimon (Covenant #0.5) - by Jennifer L. Armentrout 27.01.14 ★★★★★

7. Out with the Old
✔ Trouble at the Wedding (Abandoned at the Altar #3) - Laura Lee Guhrke 31.01.14 ★★★★

8. In with the new
✔ Sorpréndeme - Megan Maxwell 18.01.14 ★★★

9. National Blood Donor Month
✔ Billionaire, M.D. - Olivia Gates 27.01.14 ★★

10. Reader's Choice
✔ Opal (Lux #3) - Jennifer L. Armentrout 30.01.14 ★★★★★

2014 January Monthly Challenge

4/10 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 01/12/14
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 01/11/14
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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2/10 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 - 1/12
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

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

4/5 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) 1/11/14
4. New Years Day: Murder on the Rocks by Karen MacInerney 1/12/14
5. National Blood Donor's Month: Immortal Ever After by Lynsay Sands 1/7/14

Unread:

Read:

Read: 7/10


1. 'J' is for January: My Rugby-Playing Twink by Jaime Simms 1/12/14 ★★★☆☆

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 1/11/14 ★★★★☆

7. Out with the Old: Guilty Pleasures

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

9. National Blood Donor Month: Winter Winds 1/11/14 ★★★☆☆

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

2014 monthly challenge!!

5/10

1: J is for January: Wanted by J.kenner
2. Member of the month: Before I fall by Lauren Oliver
3. Geography: Breathe by Abbie Glines
4: New Years Day: Wanted by Kelly Elliot 12/1 ☆☆☆☆☆
5. Epiphany: Broken silence by Natasha Preston
6. Makara Sankranthi: Saved by Kelly Elliot reading
7. Out with the old: Little face 02/01 ☆☆☆
8. In with the new: Rome by Jay Crownover 6/01 ☆☆☆☆☆
9. National blood donor month: Ignite by Kaitlyn Davis 8/01 ☆☆☆
10: Readers choice: Sweet home by Tillie Cole 11/01 ☆☆☆☆☆

5/10


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.
My Notorious Gentleman - Gaelen Foley (Avon - Aug 2013) - Jan 12

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.
Her Highland Protector - Ann Lethbridge (HH #1144 - July 2013) (Scotland) - Jan 11

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.

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge

6/10 read

[4.1.] 1. 'J' is for January: John Doe by Tess Gerritsen
[6.1.] 3. Geography: Lick by Kylie Scott
[6.1.] 5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Inferno by Dan Brown
[11.1.] 4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day:Lost and Found by Nicole Williams
[11.1.] 8. In with the new: Theirs to Play by Kenya Wright
[12.1.] 6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Chain by Viola Grace

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2. Member of the Month: More Than Words by Karla Doyle
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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.
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9. National Blood Donor Month: Blood Therapy by Lynda Hilburn

10. Reader's Choice: Resisting Her by Kendall Ryan
or
Exquisite Betrayal by A.M. Hargrove

Romance Readers Reading Challenges
January Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1/1/14 - 1/31/14
10/10 Completed

1. 'J' is for January - Lover Reborn by J.R. Ward. 1/6/14 ★★★★★

2. Member of the Month: Courtney - The Christmas Knight by Michele Sinclair. 1/8/14 ★★★★

3. Geography: West Virginia - Christmas with The Alexanders by M. Malone. 1/10/14 ★★★★

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Simply Scandalous by Tamara Lejeune. 1/11/14 ★★★

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany - The Way You Look Tonight by Bella Andre. 1/2/14 ★★★★

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest) - Under the Mistletoe by Jill Shalvis. 1/7/14 ★★★

7. Out with the Old - Nothing More to Lose by Kathryn Shay. 1/10/14 ★★★★★

8. In with the new - Saved by Venom by Lolita Lopez. 1/4/14 ★★★★

9. National Blood Donor Month: Nice Girls Don't Date Dead Men by Molly Harper. 1/7/14 ★★★★

10. Reader's Choice: Total Rush by Deirdre Martin. 1/3/14 ★★

Finished: 3/10 30%

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...finished: 01.13.2014

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

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

5/7 finished

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

1. J is for January: Dark Seduction - 1/8/14 - ★ ★ ★

3. Geography: Smitten - 1/10/14 - ★ ★ ★ ★

4. New Year's Day: Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor - 1/13/14 - ★ ★ ★ ★

8. In with the new: No Good Duke Goes Unpunished - 1/12/14 - ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hina wrote: "Romance Readers Reading Challenges
January Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1/1/14 - 1/31/14
10/10 Completed

1. 'J' is for January - Lover Reborn by J.R. Ward.
1/6/14 ★★★★★


2. Mem..."

Congrats Hina! Great job!

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge
Duration: January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014
Read 6/10

1. 'J' is for January: Jill Shalvis - Forever and a Day, 1/2/2014, 4*
2. Member of the Month: Courtney- Allegiant, 1/10/2014, 2.5*
3. Geography: Sweet Seduction Sacrifice
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: (first book in a series) The Gamble
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: (body of water)Loving Evangeline, 1/14/2013, 3*
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*

January Monthly Challenge ~ 2014
Duration: Jan 1 ~ Jan 31, 2014
6/10 Read

1. 'J' is for…: J.A. Redmerski, The Edge of Never 1/11 ✯✯✯✯✯
2. Hi Courtney!: Divergent by Veronica Roth 1/5/14 ✯✯✯½
3. West Virginia Gold: The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts
4. Happy New Year!: Beauty Touched the Beast by Skye Warren
5. Epiphany: That Summer in Cornwall by Ciji Ware
6. Makara Sankranthi: From This Moment On by Bella Andre 1/6 ✯✯½
7. Out With the Old: Wanderlust by Ann Aguirre 1/13 ✯✯✯✯½
8. In With the New: World After by Susan Ee
9. Blood Donor Month: Shadow's Claim by Kresley Cole 1/3/14
10. It's My Party!: Love and Lists by Tara Sivec 1/8 ✯✯✯½

6/10


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 Surprise Holiday Dad - Jacqueline Diamond (HAR #1483 - Jan 2014) - Jan 14

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.
My Notorious Gentleman - Gaelen Foley (Avon - Aug 2013) - Jan 12

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.
Her Highland Protector - Ann Lethbridge (HH #1144 - July 2013) (Scotland) - Jan 11

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.

2014 January Monthly Challenge
Completed: 5/10

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 Read: 01/13

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

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Sweet Surrender Read: 01/11

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

finished my challenge...happy reading!

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'.
His Last Letter: Elizabeth I and the Earl of Leicester by Jeane Westin 01/10/14 ***

2. Member of the Month: Courtney
The Queen's Handmaiden by Jennifer Ashley 01/01/14 ****

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.
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.
The Dry Grass of August by Anna Jean Mayhew 01/02/14 ****

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Read the first book in a series OR a book by a new to you author:
Dragon's Child by M K Hume 01/04/14 ***

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Read a book set in a European country OR a book with a body of water on the cover.
. On the Island by Tracey Garvis-Graves 01/05/14 ****

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.
Original Sin by Allison Brennan 01/03/14 ****

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.
Scorched by Laura Griffin 01/03/14 ****

8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).
The In-Between Hour by Barbara White 01/14/14 **** (Dec 31, 2013)

9. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.
A Heart of Gold by Jessica Matthews 01/13/14 ***

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Snapped by Laura Griffin 01/06/14 ****

Romance Readers Reading Challenges
2014 January Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1/1/2014 - 1/31/2014

Progress: 8 out of 8

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:
Pretty Little Liars by Sara Shepard - ***** - 1/14/2014

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia. 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:
Chose the Wrong Guy, Gave Him the Wrong Finger by Beth Harbison - ***** - 1/16/2014 - 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:
Melissa Explains It All: Tales from My Abnormally Normal Life by Melissa Joan Hart - ***** - 1/10/2014

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:
Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls by David Sedaris - **** - 1/14/2014

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:
Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah - ***** - 1/15/2014

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:
Nobody's Baby But Mine by Susan Elizabeth Phillips - ***** - 1/8/2014

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:
When Beauty Tamed the Beast by Eloisa James - *** - 1/9/2014

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice:
Not Becoming My Mother: and Other Things She Taught Me Along the Way by Ruth Reichl - **** - 1/12/2014

NayNay wrote: "finished my challenge...happy reading!

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'.
[bookcover:His Last Letter: Elizabeth I ..."

Yay, Nay Nay! Congrats!

finished a while back. a bit too lazy to post. :D
congrats to fellow finishers!


10/10

1. J is for January: My Fair Captain - J.L. Langley - 1/6
2. Member of the Month: Sticks & Stones - Urban & Roux - 1/5
3. Geography: The Tinder Box - Minette Walters - 1/7
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s Day: The I-5 Killer - Ann Rule - 1/3
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Until Fountain Bridge - Samantha Young - 1/9
6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): A to Z - Marie Sexton - 1/9
7. Out with the Old: Shadow and Bone - Leigh Bardugo - 1/7
8. In with the new: Frigid - J. Lynn - 1/7
9. National Blood Donor Month: Fangirl - Rainbow Rowell - 1/4
10. Reader's Choice: Flesh - Kylie Scott - 1/8

2014 January Monthly Challenge
Completed: 6/10

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 Read: 01/13

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

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Sweet Surrender Read: 01/11

7. Out with the Old: Rampant Read: 01/14

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 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 01/12/14
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 01/15/14
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 01/11/14
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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Ty wrote: "finished a while back. a bit too lazy to post. :D
congrats to fellow finishers!


10/10

1. J is for January: My Fair Captain - J.L. Langley - 1/6
2. Member of the Month: [book:Stick..."

Wow, Ty! You're a machine! Congrats!

January Monthly Challenge
7/? Read

1. 'J' is for January:

2. Member of the Month: Courtney - 2010-Catch Me If You Can

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: Provoke Me 1/15

Read: 8/10


1. 'J' is for January: My Rugby-Playing Twink by Jaime Simms 1/12/14 ★★★☆☆

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

3. Geography: A Kiss at Midnight 1/15/14 ★★★★☆

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 1/11/14 ★★★★☆

7. Out with the Old: Guilty Pleasures

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

9. National Blood Donor Month: Winter Winds 1/11/14 ★★★☆☆

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

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

1. 'J' is for January: (Jodi Thomas) When a Texan Gambles 1/20

2. Member of the Month: (August) Extreme Exposure 1/21

3. Geography: (musician) Wicked Beat 1/3

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: (first book in a series) Comanche Moon 1/19

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: (set in Europe) No Good Duke Goes Unpunished 1/18

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): (farmer) The Texan's Wager 1/13

7. Out with the Old: (tbr since 2012) When You Dare 1/23

8. In with the new: (Nov 2013) The Fiery Heart 1/5

9. National Blood Donor Month: (vampires and medical profession) Reaver 1/15

10. Reader's Choice: The Last Boyfriend 1/3

January Monthly Challenge
Complete: 8/10

1. 'J' is for January: A Heart So Wild by Johanna Lindsey 01/15/2014

2. Member of the Month: Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater

3. Geography: Touch and Go by Lisa Gardner 01/07/2014

4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Wallbanger by Alice Clayton 01/11/2014

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: The Silver Devil by Teresa Denys 01/02/2014

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): The Raven and the Rose by Virginia Henley 01/05/2014

7. Out with the Old: When You Dare by Lori Foster

8. In with the new: Last Hit by Jessica Clare 01/03/2014

9. National Blood Donor Month: I'll Be Slaying You by Cynthia Eden 01/09/2014

10. Reader's Choice: Broken by Kelley Armstrong 01/13/2014

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge

Congrats to all the finishers so far! :)

7/10 read

[4.1.] 1. 'J' is for January: John Doe by Tess Gerritsen
[6.1.] 3. Geography: Lick by Kylie Scott
[6.1.] 5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Inferno by Dan Brown
[11.1.] 4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day:Lost and Found by Nicole Williams
[11.1.] 8. In with the new: Theirs to Play by Kenya Wright
[12.1.] 6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Chain by Viola Grace
[16.1.] 2. Member of the Month: More Than Words by Karla Doyle

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7. Out with the Old: A Lot Like Love by Julie James
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9. National Blood Donor Month: Blood Therapy by Lynda Hilburn

10. Reader's Choice: Resisting Her by Kendall Ryan
or
Exquisite Betrayal by A.M. Hargrove

2014 January Monthly Challenge

9/10

✓1. 'J' is for January: Jagged by Kristen Ashley - 02/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
✓2. Member of the Month: Courtney Silent Scream by Karen Rose - 10/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
✓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 - 13/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★
✓5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: Laura's Big Break by Janet Elizabeth Henderson - 07/01/14 ★ ★ ★
✓6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi: Sweet Tea and Secrets by Nancy Naigle - 11/01/14 ★ ★ ★
✓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: Kiss of Crimson by Lara Adrian ★ ★ ★ ★
✓10. Reader's Choice: Blame It On Texas by Christie Craig - 03/01/14 ★ ★ ★ ★

2014 January Monthly Challenge

COMPLETED 10/10!


1. 'J' is for January: Take What You Want by Jeanette Grey done 1/1/14

2. Member of the Month - Courtney: Temporary Bliss (published in August 2013) done 1/4/14

3. Geography: Worth the Scandal (blue cover) done 1/11/14


4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: Fixed on You done 1/7/14

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: A Matter of Time, Vol. 1 (Hudson River on cover) done 1/11/14

6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Killer Cupcakes (cherry on cover) done 1/4/14


7. Out with the Old: Beyond Complicated (been on TBR since May 3, 2012) done 1/2/14

8. In with the new: Takedown Twenty (November 19, 2013) done 1/6/14

9. National Blood Donor Month: Who's Your Daddy? (one of the MC's in a Pediatrician) done 1/3/14

10. Reader's Choice: Submission done 1/14/14

7/10


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 Surprise Holiday Dad - Jacqueline Diamond (HAR #1483 - Jan 2014) - Jan 14

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.
My Notorious Gentleman - Gaelen Foley (Avon - Aug 2013) - Jan 12

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.
Her Highland Protector - Ann Lethbridge (HH #1144 - July 2013) (Scotland) - Jan 11

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.
The Surprise Holiday Dad - Jacqueline Diamond (HAR #1483 - Jan 2014) (doctor) - Jan 14

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

6/10 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): One Bad Apple by Sheila Connolly (Jan 16 - Apples on cover)
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: Darkhouse by Karina Halle (Jan 13)

Duration: 1/1/14 - 1/31/14

4/8

1. 'J' is for January:(JD Robb) Salvation in Death1/12/14 3.5 ★

3. Geography (West Virginia):The Dream Thief

4. Jan. 1 -Another Chance to Dream

5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: The Maiden's Hand1/11/14 3 ★

7. Out with the Old: The Betrayal of the Blood Lily

8. In with the new: Reaver1/16/14 4.5 ★

9. National Blood Donor Month:Kiss of Midnight

10. Reader's Choice: Cry Wolf1/8/14 5 ★

RRRC January


Goal: 5/5

✓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'
      Rome by Jay Crownover (01/15/14)

✓4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day
Read the first book in a series
Or a book by a new to you author
      Crash by Nicole Williams (01/09/14)

✓5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany
Read a book set in a European country
Or a book with a body of water on the cover
      Before Jamaica Lane by Samantha Young (01/30/14)

✓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
      Specials by Scott Westerfeld (01/07/14)

✓10. Reader's Choice
Read any book of your choice
      The Perfect Game by J. Sterling (01/25/14)

I finished last night, and actually managed to get all 10 done. Hoooray!!


RRRC: January 2014 Monthly Challenge
Date: 01/01/14 - 01/31/14
10/10 Completed

✔1. 'J' is for January: Read a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Visions of Sugar Plums by Janet Evanovich - 01/04/14

✔2. Member of the Month - Courtney: - Courtney Read a book from any of Courtney's shelves.
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank

✔3. Geography - West Virginia: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from West Virginia.
The Glass Castle: A Memoir by Jeannette Walls - 01/13/14

✔4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day:
Read the first book in a series.
All-American Girl by Meg Cabot

✔5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany:
Read a book with a body of water on the cover.
The Crossing Places by Elly Griffiths - 01/03/14


✔6. Jan. 14 - Makara Sankranthi (Festival of Harvest): Read a book with some kind of plant or fruit on the cover
Black Rose by Nora Roberts - 01/02/14


✔7. Out with the Old:
Read a book read one of the 10 oldest books in your TBR. (#2)
Zodiac Unmasked by Robert Graysmith - 01/15/14

✔8. In with the new: Read a book that is recently released (since Nov 1st or newer).
No Good Duke Goes Unpunished by Sarah MacLean - 01/01/14

✔9. National Blood Donor Month:
Read a book with a main character with a medical profession.
Baby, Drive South by Stephanie Bond - 01/14/14

✔10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Ice Man by Philip Carlo - 01/06/14

✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿CHALLENGE COMPLETED 01/16/14✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿

Congrats to all the early finishers! Moving up to 8.

6/8 Read

1. J is for January: A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James 1/16/14
2. Hi Courtney! Silent in the Grave by Deanna Raybourn 1/5/14
3. West Virginia: Northern Lights by Nora Roberts (blue cover) 1/11/14
4. New Years Day: Murder on the Rocks by Karen MacInerney 1/12/14
5. Out with the Old: Rendezvous by Amanda Quick
6. In with the New: Reaver by Larissa Ione 1/14/14
7. National Blood Donor's Month: Immortal Ever After by Lynsay Sands 1/7/14
8: My Choice: TBD

Unread:

Read:

2014 January Monthly Challenge

5 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)
Done - 01.17 - ★★★★

✔4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day:
It Had to Be You – Susan Elizabeth Phillips (Chicago Stars series)
Done - 01.06 - ★★★★

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)
Done - 01.08 - ★★★★★

✔9. National Blood Donor Month:
Exquisite – Ella Frank (doctor main character)
Done - 01.07 - ★★★★

10. Reader's Choice:
Burn – Maya Banks

jingles wrote: "I finished last night, and actually managed to get all 10 done. Hoooray!!


RRRC: January 2014 Monthly Challenge
Date: 01/01/14 - 01/31/14
10/10 Completed

✔1. 'J' is for January: Read a book whose..."

Yay jingles! Well done!

Sassafrass wrote: "2014 January Monthly Challenge

COMPLETED 10/10!


1. 'J' is for January: Take What You Want by Jeanette Grey done 1/1/14

2. Member of the Month - Courtney: [boo..."

Hooray Sassafrass!!

RRRC 2014 January Monthly Challenge
Duration: January 1, 2014 - January 31, 2014
Read 7/10

1. 'J' is for January: Jill Shalvis - Forever and a Day, 1/2/2014, 4*
2. Member of the Month: Courtney- Allegiant, 1/10/2014, 2.5*
3. Geography:Sweet Seduction Sacrifice
4. Jan. 1 - New Year’s day: (first book in a series) The Gamble, 1/18/2014, 4*
5. Jan. 6 – Epiphany: (body of water)Loving Evangeline, 1/14/2013, 3*
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*

2014 January Monthly Challenge

6/10 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 01/12/14
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 01/15/14
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 01/11/14
09. National Blood Donor Month: Read a book with vampires or a main character with a medical profession.
The Family Plan by Susan Gable 01/18/14
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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January 2014 RRRC Monthly Challenge
Goal: 4/8 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: No Good Duke Goes Unpunished by Sarah MacLean ★★★★☆ 1/18

TBD