Romance Readers Reading Challenges discussion

March 2016 Pick-it-for-Me Challenge

What is the Pick-it-for-Me Challenge?
The Pick-It-For-Me (PIFM) Challenge is a reading challenge where each participant gives and receives book recommendations based on a given a set of rules. The assignment method and book selection rules change each month so it’s always new and always different.

The idea of the PIFM challenge is that you will get new-to-you books and authors selected for you, as well as a push to read some books that have been lingering on your shelves. You may not be interested in the new books recommended, which is why you also get a minimum of four books from your shelf.

You only have to read ONE book to complete this challenge!

After signups are closed, your names and any extra info will go into the super secret PIFM randomizer and it will select someone for you to recommend books to and someone to give you recommendations. This list will be posted along with any specific picking rules for the month.

In order to participate you need to either HAVE YOUR PROFILE SET TO PUBLIC (preferable), or FRIEND the person giving you recommendations. PLEASE NOTE: if you choose to keep your profile private, it is your responsibility to send a friend request to the person picking for you as soon as possible after the matchups are posted. Whether your profile is private or not, it is also very important that your profile be set to receive Private Messages (PMs) in case anyone needs to reach out to you (mods, organizer etc.)

Everything gets done in this thread so be sure to come back often!!!


Repicks
You may ask for repicks if:
☘ The book(s) picked for you are not yet released.
☘ You have already read chosen book(s) and they are on your ‘read’ shelf.
☘ You did not receive four picks from your ‘to-read’ shelf, with at least one from your preferred shelf.

You may NOT ask for repicks because the book is:
☘ Not available at your library.
☘ From a genre or author you don’t enjoy.


INFORMATION NEEDED TO SIGN UP
Please sign up in this thread with the answer to the following question:

It’s spring break (at least in the US)…What are your plans?
Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh!

Vacation…somewhere warm with too many people!

Staycation…going to try to reduce my around-the-house to-do list!

☘☘If you have a preferred shelf, please list it along with your pick! ☘☘


IMPORTANT DATES
Sign ups — Open until February 23 (7 pm US CST)
Picking — Due by February 27 (7 pm US CST)
Repicks — If necessary, will be assigned and follow the picking deadline

For your convenience — Time Zone Converter

Please do not start reading your book(s) until the first of the month. You then have the entire month to read your pick(s) and give some feedback.

If you’re new please read the PIFM Guidelines and FAQs. If you have any questions that are not addressed there, please feel free to ask!

☘☘Please note that late sign ups will be included at the host’s discretion and no one will be included after re-picks are assigned! ☘☘

Tips to Make the Challenge Enjoyable for Everyone!

Pickees
☘ To help your picker understand the type of books you like or are currently reading, please make sure your ‘read’ shelf is up to date. You can create shelves for books you DNFed (did not finish) or authors that don’t work for you, as well as shelves for favorite books and authors. In addition, you might consider updating your profile. You can include information about your favorite books/authors/themes/genres (of themes/books you dislike – i.e., secret baby)

☘ Please do not specify likes/dislikes in the sign-up thread. This information will not be included in the pairing and your picker may not see your message and does not need to rely on the information when choosing for you.

Pickers
☘ Please remember this is primarily a romance readers group. Thus, most, if not all, your picks should fall in the romance category. There are various sub genres within the romance category—Contemporary, Historical, Paranormal, Romantic Suspense, Erotica, M/M, Urban Fantasy, etc. If your pickee reads a wide variety, you could add a non-romance book as a choice.

☘ Choose at least 4 new titles for your pickee. These can be brand new to them (not found on any of their shelves) or a book found on their shelves if they have never read any of the author’s work previously.

Helpful Book Selection Hints
☘ Check the book’s publishing date…Select “date pub” from the checkbox selections and save
☘ Check pickee’s personalized shelves (especially their exclusive shelves)…A personalized shelf is one the member has created (e.g., ‘to read next,’ ‘favorites,’ ‘didn’t like’)
☘ Make sure the books you choose are not on their ‘read’ shelf…Just because it isn’t rated doesn’t mean it wasn’t read
☘ Look at your pickee’s ‘read’ shelf to see what genres/authors they have recently read or read the most…Reviewing their ‘read’ shelf might help you in choosing something they are interested in reading right now
☘ If your pickee reads books in a genre you are not familiar with (e.g., Erotica, YA, GLBT)…Contact the Mod’s or the month’s organizer for guidance
☘ Include a variety of books (e.g., shorter page count, new addition to their ‘to-read’ shelf, older book on their ‘to-read’ shelf)…This variety give your pickee options when choosing the book or books they will be reading this month. Use the sort feature within their shelves to determine date a book was added, published or read; page numbers, ratings, etc.

Sign ups
Current through Message 41

Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh!
☘KathyD☘ — cp-pick-it-for-me
Elke — on-deck-4-chlges
Leigh — pick-it-for-me-challenge
Stacie — to-read
Rachel C. — to-read
Cecily — e-books
Kait — to-read
Diane ~Firefly~ — MNG_Picking
fleurette — meet-n-greet-old
Emelie — to-read
Penney — pifm
Masoodah — challenge-shelf
Drishti (private) — pick-it-for-me
Danielle — books-i-want-to-read-in-2016
Tink Magoo is bad at reviews — to-read
Shelby — current-challenge-to-reads
Ashley — to-read
Sonal — to-read
Nancy — to-read
Martha — pick4me
Kristin — tbr-owned
~KarenH~ — cant-wait-to-read
Kristy — to-read

Vacation…somewhere warm with too many people!
Fran (private) — a-pifm-shelf
LaurLa — 04-challenges-to-pick
Vandhana — to-read
Lekshmy — to-read
Sassafrass — reed-this-next
Pam — to-read
MountainKat — to-read-asap
Brett — to-read

Staycation…going to try to reduce my around-the-house to-do list!
Carrie — Soonish
☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ — Books
Michelle — to-read
Jessica — to-read

Pairing
Within each group, each person picks for the person below them. The last person in the group picks for the first person. For example, Masoodah picks for Kristin.

✔ = picks made

✔Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh!
✔Kristin — tbr-owned
✔Danielle — books-i-want-to-read-in-2016
✔Diane ~Firefly~ — MNG_Picking
✔Cecily — e-books
✔Elke — on-deck-4-chlges
✔Penney — pifm
✔Sonal — to-read
✔Ashley — to-read
✔~KarenH~ — cant-wait-to-read
✔☘KathyD☘ — cp-pick-it-for-me
✔Emelie — to-read
✔fleurette — meet-n-greet-old
✔Kait — to-read
✔Rachel C. — to-read
✔Tink Magoo — to-read
✔Nancy — to-read
✔Stacie — to-read
✔Leigh — pick-it-for-me-challenge
✔Shelby — current-challenge-to-reads
✔Kristy — to-read
✔Drishti (private) — pick-it-for-me
✔Martha — pick4me
✔Masoodah — challenge-shelf

✔Vacation…somewhere warm with too many people!
✔Brett — to-read
✔Vandhana — to-read
✔Lekshmy — to-read
✔LaurLa — 04-challenges-to-pick
✔Sassafrass — reed-this-next
✔Fran (private) — a-pifm-shelf
✔MountainKat — to-read-asap
✔Pam — to-read

Staycation…going to try to reduce my around-the-house to-do list!
✔☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ — Books
✔Michelle — to-read
✔Carrie — Soonish
Jessica — to-read

Repicks

Picking Rules for March
March may come in like a lion, but it also heralds the beginning of spring (in the northern hemisphere). With spring comes new blossoms, green grass, and Spring Break! There are tons of options for young and less young to enjoy…here are some possibilities! Happy Reading!

☘ Please make sure to pick 4 books new to your pickee, as well as 4 books from your pickee’s designated or ‘to-be-read’ shelf, for a total of 8 books!

Costa Rica—A rugged, rain-forested country located in Central America, Costa Rica is considered to be on of the most valued environmental destinations, the country has protected approximately 25% of its forests and reserves. In addition, monkeys are the most common mammals, while 10% of the world’s butterflies call Costa Rica home.
☘ Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection

Greece—Located at the crossroads to Europe, Asia, and Africa, Greece is known as the cradle of Western civilization. The birthplace of the Olympics and home to some of the oldest structures in the world, including the Parthenon, Greece has one of the longest histories of any country.
☘ Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover

Las Vegas, NV—Home to America’s most well-known adult playground and known as the “Marriage Capital of the World,” Las Vegas hosts more than 41 million people each year! In addition to gambling, Vegas offers a wide variety of entertainment, including comedy and musical shows to the free attractions found along the strip, such as the world famous fountains at the Bellagio.
☘ Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians

Myrtle Beach, SC—Touted as one of the most family-friendly spring break destinations, Myrtle Beach was named after the Sweet Myrtle tree native to the area. The 1.2-mile stretch of the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk provides an oceanfront walkway for visitors to enjoy shopping, eating, and entertainment year round.
☘ Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover

Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios—Located Located in central Florida, Orlando is home to more than a dozen theme parks—the two most popular being Walt Disney World, which includes the 403-acre Animal Kingdom (its largest theme park) and Universal Studios, which includes the Wizarding World of Harry Potter where visitors can send (snail) mail from Hogsmeade Village (letters sent from Hogsmeade received a special postmark!).
☘ Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)

Panama City Beach, FL— A waterfront town in Northwest Florida and the number 1 spring break destination in the United States, Panama City Beach is known for its 27+ miles of white sand beaches that edge where the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrew Bay converge. Known as the Seafood Capital of the South, visitors can enjoy the numerous dining options.
☘ Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)

Puerto Rico—Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, the island of Puerto Rico became a U.S. territory in 1898. The island territory is home to the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction—San Juan is the capital, as well as the most populous city of Puerto Rico. Visitors will enjoy the year-round 70°F to 80°F weather while they search for buried treasure, walk some of the 270 miles of beach, or explore the 200+ caves in Rio Camuy Cave Park.
☘ Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something

Republic of Ireland—Many people associate Ireland with green rolling hills, the Blarney Stone, Guinness and St. Patrick’s Day. While the Irish people have a long-held history, the island itself has been inhabited for roughly 7,000 years. It is commonly believed that Ireland has given the world two holidays over the centuries: (1) Halloween—whose origins began with the Gaelic festival held on October 31 and (2) St. Patrick’s Day—which celebrates the work of Saint Patrick who is credited with driving all the snakes out of Ireland.
☘ Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)

I'm in!
(private profile)

Vacation for me(really the kids)! I'm going to visit family in Florida for Spring Break. Guaranteed to be warm with too many people :)

Please choose a few from my PIFM shelf- https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

I am in!!! Vacation…somewhere warm with too many people!
(We're taking a cruise... I CAN NOT wait!!!)

Preferred shelf ==> challenges-to-pick‎

I am in!

Nothing…I don’t get a spring break… :( sniff sniff!

Please pick from my On deck 4 chlges

I'm in! Nothing…I don’t get a spring break.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

I'm in

Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh!

I'm in!
Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh! (totally wish I did though!)

I'm In! Nothing... I don't get spring break...duh! (If anything I work more. ) Please choose from e-books shelf.

Count me in for 'Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh!' Blah.

Staycation ( my Uni's break is actually next week)

Can you pick from my Soonish shelf

Nothing - no spring break :(
shelf - MNG_Picking

Hi
I am in. :)
Vacation…somewhere warm with too many people!

Vacation…somewhere warm with too many people! I am in

I'm in.

Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh! But I really wish to have it!

My shelf: meet-n-greet-old‎

I don't technically get a spring break but my kids do, so I'm a VACATION. We're going on a two week cruise!

Please use my read-this-next‎ shelf for a few picks. Thanks!

im in nothing i dont get a spring break

I'm in! And since I don't even know when spring break is for my kid (cuz I'll be working anyway), I'll go with Nothing.

If I could have at least a few picks from my pifm shelf I would certainly appreciate it :)

I'm in!

Nothing.. I don't get spring break...duh!

If you could pick from this shelf.. ----> challenge-shelf

Me!

Nothing…I don’t get a spring break… Because it is exam time here (in India). So, I'll probably be very busy studying.

My shelf: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

I'm In

Nothing....I don't get a Spring break....duh!

My Shelf: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

Count me in. Spring break yeah. Going to Vegas so definitely too many people.

I'm in again.

Nothing , we don't have spring break here so everything carries on as usual

I'm in!
Staycation…going to try to reduce my around-the-house to-do list!
My Shelf: Pick it for me

Nothing unfortunately. Dagnabit. Stupid working life.

Current Challenge to Reads

Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh!

I'm in this month!

Staycation for me until after finals!

Well, I live someplace warm, at least it's been warm lately, and I'm not working so I'm going to say Vacation! Hopefully I'll be doing some fun stuff with the kiddos during their time off!

Please use my to-read-asap shelf - thanks!

I'm in and I will be going on a small vacation! :)

Nothing…I don’t get a spring break… :(

Kathy, I edited my comment (message #31) to add my shelf. It doesn't look like you have updated to include me yet, but just in case I thought I would mention it!

MountainKat wrote: "Kathy, I edited my comment (message #31) to add my shelf. It doesn't look like you have updated to include me yet, but just in case I thought I would mention it!"

Thanks Kat for letting me know! I didn't get a chance to update this weekend, but I'm all caught up now! =)

I am in. No Spring break, but I am retired, so I guess you could say I have a permanent one - lol!

I'm in. I dont get spring break as I'm not in school. Pick4me

I'm in! No spring break for working me :(

Please pick at least one book from TBR-Owned

I'm in, and I'm doing Nothing...no spring break for me!

Please use my cant-wait-to-read shelf for at least some of my picks...thanks!

I would like to participate.
Nothing…I don’t get a spring break…duh!
Shelf: To Read https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

Pairs and Picking Rules are up!

Hi Rachel C.!! I LOVE you shelves. I had an incredibly hard time thinking of truly new books to recommend though as you've got so much on your TBR. I did try to include a lot of TBR authors you hadn't ever read so I hope that makes up for some of the reaches on my 'truly new' recs.

Costa Rica - Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
TBR - The Perfect Rake (Peopleless cover - I loved this historical romance. Very funny and Gideon was delicious!)
TBR - Written in Red (MC needs protection - One of my favorite urban fantasy series <3 I reread each book almost as soon as I finished reading)
New - Getting Rid of Bradley (MC needs protection - So much fun. This author has always delivered on light-hearted fun reads for me!)



Greece - Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
TBR - Marked (Mythology - I love how mythology is used in this PNR. I've only read the first in the series but I'm looking forward to more)
TBR - Soundless (Mythology - I saw you recently read and enjoyed a lot of Richelle Mead's books. This one looks awesome too!)
New - Boarded by Love (Sports - Not sure how you feel about New Adult although I saw you loved On Dublin Street, I just read and LOVED that. I really enjoyed this story and prefer it to what I've read of her regular adult sports romances)



Las Vegas, NV - Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
TBR - Lick (Marriage/musicians - The start of a freakin' awesome series!)
TBR - Lady Luck (Marriage - Looks like you're enjoying this series, keep on going)
New - Willing Captive (Humor tag - I really enjoy this author's books)



Myrtle Beach, SC - Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
TBR - Feed (Family is important - Not even close to a romance but ughhh so good.)
TBR - From Ashes (Tree silhouettes on cover - Molly McAdams looks like an author you enjoy, hope this one is a winner)
New - The Lion's Lady (Trees on cover - Julie Garwood is an amazing historical romance writer. This one is super unique and a great read)



Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios - Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
TBR - Moon Called (Paranormal - This was the first urban fantasy book I read and I still love this series)
TBR - Lord's Fall (Shapeshifters - Continue the series!)
New - Vicious (Paranormal - Another non-romance but a seriously awesome book!!)



Panama City Beach, FL - Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
TBR - Magic Bites (Set in Georgia - My favorite UF series <333)
New - Dying to Please (Set in Alabama - Very intense romantic suspense)



Puerto Rico - Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
TBR - Vengeance in Death (Set in NYC - Another great book in an awesome series)
TBR - Romancing the Duke (Historical - I love this book, it's a great beauty and the beast re-telling)
New - The Collector (Set in NYC - My favorite of the handful of Nora Roberts books I've read)



Republic of Ireland - Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
TBR - King (Greenish cover - A lot of my GR friends enjoyed this)
New - Wickedly Dangerous (Greenish cover - A very unique urban fantasy that uses the legend of Baba Yaga)

Hi MountainKat!

It's always fun going through your shelves :)
I hope you find something here you like!

Costa Rica—
Part & Parcel- tbr- no people on cover
Hard Ever After- tbr- Dr. and security protection firm owner

Greece—
What Can Be- NEW- building on cover- I really enjoyed this one. Emotional and so good
My Kind of Wonderful- tbr- sports and building on cover

Las Vegas, NV—
Stronger In Your Hands- tbr- water on cover
Storm- NEW- musician- looks really good, on my wishlist. Only .99 on amazon :)

Myrtle Beach, SC—
Out of Bounds-tbr- trees on cover
Big Rock- NEW- family story- so cute!

Orlando, FL –
Legend's Passion-tbr- shifter/PNR

Panama City Beach, FL—
Sparks Fly-NEW- South. Our March buddy read!
Love 'Em-NEW- Best-Seller- only .99 on amazon right now and comes with 2 bonus books! and looks like really good reviews :)

Puerto Rico—
Fully Ignited-tbr- set in Boston
Winter Ice-tbr- set in New Orleans

Republic of Ireland—
The Luck of the Irish-NEW- Irish- free on Amazon right now! And short!
Shopping for a Billionaire-NEW- Irish MC-also free on amazon right now! This was really cute. I had a few laugh out loud moments. It was recommended to me in the PIFM several months ago. I plan on continuing with the series.

Hi Emelie! I'm hope you find something you’ll enjoy! Happy reading!

Costa Rica
MC needs and provides protection — The Geek Job (tbr)
no people on the cover — Shock & Awe (new)

Greece
tagged sports — Pinned (tbr)
tagged mythology — The Darkest Night (new)

Las Vegas, NV
tagged humor/funny — Rock Chick (tbr)
water on cover — Ten Tiny Breaths (new)

Myrtle Beach, SC
family plays an important role — One Small Thing (tbr)
tree on the cover — Halfway to the Grave (new)

Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios
paranormal theme — Dead Until Dark (tbr)
shifter/animal on the cover — The Alpha Meets His Match (new)

Panama City Beach, FL
MC is in the food industry (chef) — Yes, Chef (tbr)
best-selling book — Slave to Sensation (new)

Puerto Rico
set in a major city (New York) — Tangled (tbr)
tagged historical — The Madness of Lord Ian MacKenzie (new)

Republic of Ireland
greenish cover — Think of England (tbr)
set in Ireland — Darkfever (new)

@ Kait: LOL. No problem; I just can't say no to books! I think I'm going to be eating away quite a bit at your recommendations this month :) I'm suddenly really excited for March to roll around!

@ Tink Magoo: Here are some suggestions. I unfortunately don't have many contemporary romance recs (though I love that genre, for some reason I tend to not read it as much as paranormal or historical... sigh) but I made sure to throw at least some contemporary in since it seems like that is your reading preference :)

Costa Rica
New - Hard as It Gets (MC needs/provides protection)
New - To the Stars (MC needs/provides protection)

Greece
New - The Wrath and the Dawn (Asia/Middle-East and mystical/mythological since it centers around a retelling of A Thousand and One Nights; warning: somewhat cliffhanger)
TBR - The Raven (building on cover; warning: cliffhanger; I think you might enjoy it more than Gabriel's Inferno, depending on why you didn't like it though)

Las Vegas, NV
TBR - Rush (water on cover)
New - First Grave on the Right (I think this gets to count as humor/funny... Charley is one of a kind)
"New" - Screwdrivered (humor/funny; you don't really need to read Rusty Nailed first since this is pretty much a standalone... and I thought it was more fun than Rusty Nailed to be honest)

Myrtle Beach, SC
New - Never Tear Us Apart (set in a seaside town; warning: cliffhanger)
New - Home to Seaview Key (set in a seaside town; don't need to worry about it being the second book... I still haven't read the first one and consider this book a favorite :))

Orlando, FL
TBR - Dragon Bound (paranormal theme)

Panama City Beach, FL
"New" - Fantasy Lover (set in the South, specifically New Orleans; it doesn't matter whether you read this one or Night Pleasures first... this one is just the (awesome) prequel, though Julian will pop up in Night Pleasures)
TBR - Night Pleasures (set in the South)

Puerto Rico
New - The Duke and I (classified as historical)
New - The Truth About Lord Stoneville (classified as historical)

Republic of Ireland
New - Born of Night (greenish cover)
TBR - Beautiful Player (greenish cover... err, green writing?)
"New" = Iced OR Burned (set in Ireland)

("new" = wasn't on your TBR, but you had something in the series on your shelves)

Hello KarenH,

Here are my picks for you. I hope that you enjoy them.

Costa Rica —A rugged, rain-forested country located in Central America, Costa Rica is considered to be on of the most valued environmental destinations, the country has protected approximately 25% of its forests and reserves. In addition, monkeys are the most common mammals, while 10% of the world’s butterflies call Costa Rica home.

Brotherhood in Death (In Death, #42) Robb, J.D. (TBR) - No people on the cover.

The Last Song by Sparks, Nicholas (NEW) - No people on the cover.



Greece —Located at the crossroads to Europe, Asia, and Africa, Greece is known as the cradle of Western civilization. The birthplace of the Olympics and home to some of the oldest structures in the world, including the Parthenon, Greece has one of the longest histories of any country.

Zack by Bennett, Sawyer (TBR) - Sports

Taking Shots by Toni Aleo (NEW) - Sports



Las Vegas, NV —Home to America’s most well-known adult playground and known as the “Marriage Capital of the World,” Las Vegas hosts more than 41 million people each year! In addition to gambling, Vegas offers a wide variety of entertainment, including comedy and musical shows to the free attractions found along the strip, such as the world famous fountains at the Bellagio.

My Kind of Wonderful by Shalvis, Jill (TBR) - Tagged as funny.

Radiance by Draven, Grace (NEW) - Marriage



Myrtle Beach, SC—Touted as one of the most family-friendly spring break destinations, Myrtle Beach was named after the Sweet Myrtle tree native to the area. The 1.2-mile stretch of the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk provides an oceanfront walkway for visitors to enjoy shopping, eating, and entertainment year round.

Half Moon Hill by Blake, Toni (TBR) - Tree on the cover.

Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake (NEW) - Tree on cover.



Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios—Located Located in central Florida, Orlando is home to more than a dozen theme parks—the two most popular being Walt Disney World, which includes the 403-acre Animal Kingdom (its largest theme park) and Universal Studios, which includes the Wizarding World of Harry Potter where visitors can send (snail) mail from Hogsmeade Village (letters sent from Hogsmeade received a special postmark!).

Summer Heat by Burton, Jaci (TBR) - Paranormal.

Here Be Sexist Vampires by Wright, Suzanne (NEW) - Paranormal.



Panama City Beach, FL— A waterfront town in Northwest Florida and the number 1 spring break destination in the United States, Panama City Beach is known for its 27+ miles of white sand beaches that edge where the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrew Bay converge. Known as the Seafood Capital of the South, visitors can enjoy the numerous dining options.

Exquisite by Ella Frank (NEW) - MC in the food industry.



Puerto Rico—Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, the island of Puerto Rico became a U.S. territory in 1898. The island territory is home to the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction—San Juan is the capital, as well as the most populous city of Puerto Rico. Visitors will enjoy the year-round 70°F to 80°F weather while they search for buried treasure, walk some of the 270 miles of beach, or explore the 200+ caves in Rio Camuy Cave Park.

Unwrapping Hank by Easton, Eli (TBR) - Bright cover.

Highland Destiny by Hunsaker, Laura (NEW) - Historical.



Republic of Ireland—Many people associate Ireland with green rolling hills, the Blarney Stone, Guinness and St. Patrick’s Day. While the Irish people have a long-held history, the island itself has been inhabited for roughly 7,000 years. It is commonly believed that Ireland has given the world two holidays over the centuries: (1) Halloween—whose origins began with the Gaelic festival held on October 31 and (2) St. Patrick’s Day—which celebrates the work of Saint Patrick who is credited with driving all the snakes out of Ireland.

The Peach Keeper by Allen, Sarah Addison (TBR) - Green cover.

Love Is Blind by Sands, Lynsay (NEW) - Green cover.

Ashley wrote: "Hello KarenH,

Here are my picks for you. I hope that you enjoy them.

Costa Rica —A rugged, rain-forested country located in Central America, Costa Rica is considered to be on of the most valued e..."

Hi Ashley, thanks for the great picks! I see several that I will definitely be reading next month, and more that will at the very least make it to my wishlist. So many books, so little time... :D

Hey KathyD!

Didn’t we just do this??? ;-) I hope you find something here that works for you!

Costa Rica:
TBR: Hotter Than Wildfire (MC provides protection)
NEW: Jungle Heat (Set in Jungle)

Greece
TBR: All Wound Up (Sports)
NEW: Rarer Than Rubies (Set in Asia)

Las Vegas, NV
TBR: Hot Ticket (Music/Musicians)
NEW: Pursuit (Water on Cover)

Myrtle Beach, SC
TBR: Coming Undone (Family)
NEW: Out Of Her League (Seaside town)

Orlando, FL
TBR: At Grave's End (Paranormal)
NEW: How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf (Paranormal)

Panama City Beach, FL
TBR: Dark Desires After Dusk (Set in the South)
NEW: The Martian (Best Seller) - I don't usually recommend non-romance, but just listened to this a few days ago and it was amazing!

Puerto Rico
TBR: Hard Evidence (Major city – Denver) or Untamed (Historical)
NEW: Then Came You (Historical)

Republic of Ireland
TBR: Ceremony in Death (Irish MC)
NEW: Sinner's Gin (Irish descent)

Happy Reading!

Hi Pam! I'm still recovering from playing too hard yesterday - fun day at Disneyland! I'll be able to give your picks justice tomorrow so link for them then!

Fran! Thanks for the awesome picks! I see several I want to read and those new one sound good too! Looking forward to March! =)