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2016 March Monthly Challenge


1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

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2016 March Monthly Challenge


0/10 Completed

01. ☘'M' is for March: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.
Moonlight on Nightingale Way by Samantha Young
02. ☘Member of the Month ~ Kelly: Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves or read a book published in 2013.
One King's Way by Samantha Young
OR
Something Sweeter by Candis Terry
OR
Never Love a Cowboy by Lorraine Heath
03. ☘Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Courtney Milan: Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountains OR Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent or Read any book published in 2010.
The Governess Affair by Courtney Milan
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
04. ☘National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR Read a book published in 1994 OR Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number.
Win Me Over by Nicole Michaels
OR
Always to Remember by Lorraine Heath
OR
The Cowboy Takes a Wife by Joan Johnston
05. ☘National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.
Baby, I'm Back by Stephanie Bond
OR
Harmonia's Kiss by Deborah Cooke
OR
Scandal And The Duchess by Jennifer Ashley
06. ☘International Women's Day (March 8): International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Read a book written by a woman OR Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

07. ☘The Ides of March (March 15): The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR Read a book published in March of any year OR Read a book where someone gets stabbed.
Highland Scoundrel by Monica McCarty
OR
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
OR
Silver Borne by Patricia Briggs
08. ☘International Francophonie Day (March 20): International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth. Read a book set in France OR Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR Read a book with a 7 in the page number.
Ecstasy Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Defending Hearts by Shannon Stacey
OR
Meet Me at Midnight by Suzanne Enoch
09. ☘International Waffle Day (March 25): This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something. Read a book set Europe OR Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).
Better Than Chocolate by Sheila Roberts
OR
Just One Taste by Louisa Edwards
OR
He Loves Lucy by Susan Donovan
10. ☘Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Iris by Leigh Greenwood


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2016 March Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 3/1/16 to 3/31/16
3/10

1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.
Maze of Souls 3/5
2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
Bound with Honor currently reading
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
The Outlaw Demon Wails by kim Harrison 3/9
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
Seduced by the Gladiator
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

10. Reader's Choice:
☘ Read any book of your choice.
3/2

RRRC March Monthly Challenge
10/10 read

1. M is for March - Marked in Flesh - 3/11, 4 stars
2. Member of the Month - Smart and Sexy - 3/3, 2 stars
3. Featured Author Challenge - Lawful Escort - 3/3, 3 stars
4. National Craft Month - Animal Attraction - 3/4, 3 stars
5. National Peanut Month - Quiet Nights - 3/3, 3 stars
6. International Women's Day - Darkest Before Dawn - 3/5, 3 stars
7. The Ides of March - Midnight Marked - 3/2, 4 stars
8. International Francophonie Day - Stealing Coal - 3/5, 3 stars
9. International Waffle Day - Because of Miss Bridgerton - 3/30, 3 stars
10. Reader's Choice - Blood Cross - 3/7, 4 stars

2016 March Monthly Challenge


1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

I'm in for the usual 10!

March Monthly Challenge 1st - 31st March
8/10
1. 'M' is for March: Maya Banks No Place to Run #2 KGI Romantic suspense Mar 23 ★★★✰✰
2. Member of the Month: Kelly (Keeper Shelf) When the Duke Was Wicked Lorraine Heath Victorian Mar 3 ★★★★✰
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan. Once Upon a Marquess Victorian Mar 4 2.5* ★★★✰✰
6. International Women's Day: No Rest for the Wicked Kresley Cole Paranormal Mar 6 ★★★★✰ (Strong Female Character - Valkyrie Warrior)
7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Why Mermaids Sing Historical fiction Mar 10 ★★★★★ (stabbed)
8. International Francophonie Day: Lord of Scoundrels Loretta Chase Regency Mar 8 ★★★★✰ (1st half set in France)
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: Lady Bridget's Diary Maya Rodale #1 Keeping up with the Cavendishes. Regency Mar 22 ★★★★✰ (betrothed to one and planning to elope with another)
10. Reader's Choice: The Wicked Wallflower Regency Mar 16 ★★★★★

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2016 March Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 3/1/16 to 3/31/16
8/10

1. 'M' is for March: Author name starts with 'M' - Author Michele Dunaway - Fan the Flames - 3/10/16 ♥♥♥

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Published in January of any year - 2016) - After Love by Kathy Clark - 3/6/16 ♥♥♥

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan - Historical romance - Seduce Me at Sunrise by Lisa Kleypas - 3/9/16 ♥♥♥♥

4. National Craft Month: With a 9 or 4 in the page number - 304 pgs - Worth the Risk by Claudia Connor - 3/12/16 ♥♥♥♥

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Written by a woman - Buffalo West Wing by Julie Hyzy - 3/12/16 ♥♥♥♥♥

7. March 15 – The Ides of March - Published in March of any year - 2011 - A Lot like Love by Julie James - 3/6/16 ♥♥♥♥

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: Set Europe - England - Aunt Dimity's Good Deed by Nancy Atherton - 3/4/16 ♥♥♥♥

10. Reader's Choice: Any book - The Dog Who Knew Too Much by Spencer Quinn - 3/15/16 ♥♥♥♥

2016 March Monthly Challenge

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1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Mate Bond by Jennifer Ashley Title starts with M

2. Member of the Month: Kelly-
☘ Mirror, Mirror by J.D. Robb pub 2013

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Rule by Jay Crownover Set in Colorado

4. National Craft Month:
☘ Give it Up by Lori Foster 242 pages

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day:
☘ Rock Redemption by Nalini Singh written by a woman

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

10. Reader's Choice:
☘ Bad Wolf by Jennifer Ashley

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2016 March Monthly Challenge
10/10 Read

1. 'M' is for March: Mile High, R.K. Lilley ★★★★ 3/28
2. Member of the Month: (from Kelly’s Shelf) Corralled, Lorelei James ★★★★ 3/7
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): (set in Colorado) Jagged, Kristen Ashley ★★★★ 3/13
4. National Craft Month: (Kindle-359 pgs) Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night, Kresley Cole ★★★★ 3/18
5. National Peanut Month: (88 pgs) Whisper of Sin, Nalini Singh ★★★★ 3/4
6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Forever with Me, Kristen Proby ★★★★ 3/10
7. March 15 – The Ides of March: (published in March) Saddled and Spurred, Lorelei James ★★★★ 3/7
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: (Kindle-276 pgs) Double Trouble, Clair Cross ★★★ 3/14
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: (waffling by MCs) Tell the Wolves I'm Home, Carol Rifka Brunt ★★★★★ 3/2
10. Reader's Choice: I Belong to You, Lisa Renee Jones ★★★★ 3/3

I'm in for ten!

2016 March Monthly Challenge


1.✔'M' is for March - More Pleasures - M.S. Parker - 2 MAR
2.✔Read a book published in 2013 - Watch over Me - Tara Sivec - 4 MAR
3.✔Read a book that has an MC who is a lawyer - Body of Law - Amanda Lance - 14 MAR
4.✔Read a book with 9 or 4 in page no - Five Miles - Lili St. Germain 149 pgs - 5 MAR
5.✔Read a 'peanut-sized book' - Four Score - Lili St. Germain 111 pgs - 6 MAR
6.✔Read a book written by a woman - Dark Pleasures - M.S. Parker - 1 MAR
7.✔Read a book published in March - Body of Law - Amanda Lance - 15 MAR
8.✔Read a book with 7 in the pg number - Body of Law - Amanda Lance 71 pgs - 14 MAR
9.✔Read a book set Europe - Down London Road - Samantha Young - 19 MAR
10.✔Reader's Choice - Unexpected Love - Isabel Curtis - 10 MAR

10/10 completed.

1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

Made to Kill - Adam Christopher

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

You - Caroline Kepnes

3. Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

Velva Jean Learns to Drive - Jennifer Niven

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

Dance of Shadows - Yelena Black

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

Chasing Spring - R.S. Grey

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

Front Lines - Michael Grant

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

The Violinist of Venice: A Story of Vivaldi - Alyssa Palombo

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

Fire - L.B. Gilbert

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

Romancing the Dark in the City of Light - Ann Jacobus

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

The Notebook - Nicholas Sparks

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Complete: 10 / 10

1. 'M' is for March - Moon Called ("M" book title) - 3/7
2. Member of the Month: Kelly - Blood Bound (pub in Jan) - 3/11
3. FAC - Along Came a Rogue (historical romance) - 3/29
4. National Craft Month - Glass Sword (4 in pg #) - 3/27
5. National Peanut Month - Slow Summer Kisses (peanut-sized) - 3/5
6. March 8 – International Women's Day - Rebel of the Sands (written by woman) - 3/5
7. March 15 – The Ides of March - The Last Days of Magic (pub in Mar)- 3/16
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day - Mine Till Midnight (7 in pg #) - 3/16
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day - Secrets of a Summer Night (Europe) - 3/22
10. Reader's Choice - Alpha & Omega - 3/10

I'm in.


READ: 10/10

✔1. 'M' is for March: My Lady Quicksilver - Bec McMaster 3/17

✔2. Member of the Month Kelly: Forged - Jacquelyn Frank (pub January 2014) 3/25

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Viking in Love - Sandra Hill (Jan 2010) 3/3

✔4. National Craft Month: If I Should Die - Allison Brennan (499 pages) 3/8

✔5. National Peanut Month: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms - George R.R. Martin (author named George) 3/19

✔6. International Women's Day: Straddling the Line - Jaci Burton (female author) 3/14

✔7. The Ides of March: Read a book Sins & Shadows - Lyn Benedict (March 2009) 3/25

✔8. International Francophonie Day: Sweep in Peace - Ilona Andrews (237 pages) 3/13

✔9. International Waffle Day: Dark Sapphire - Lisa Jackson (Wales) 3/9

✔10. Reader's Choice: Drowning Mermaids - Nadia Scrieva 3/12



CHALLENGE COMPLETE

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Read: 8/8 Finished!

✔ 1. 'M' is for March: KAGE (Maris Black) → ★★★★★ | 3/16

2. Member of the Month: Kelly

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Will & Patrick Meet the Mob → ★★★★☆ | 3/4
(highly intelligent MC)

✔ 4. National Craft Month: Stolen: A Letter to My Captor → ★★☆☆☆ | 3/10

✔ 5. National Peanut Month: Einstein's Peep Show → ★★★★☆ | 3/2
(shorter book)

✔ 6. International Women's Day: How to Walk Like a Man → ★★★★★ | 3/22

✔ 7. The Ides of March: She Dims the Stars → ★★★★☆ | 3/24

✔ 8. International Francophonie Day: Beyond the Sea (275 pages) → ★★★★★ | 3/15

9. International Waffle Day

✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Kage Unleashed → ★★★★★ | 3/17

I'm in, but I'll figure it out.
1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Read: 11/11

1. 'M' is for March: The New Year's Bride - READ
2. Member of the Month: Kelly: The Christmas Mail Order Bride - READ
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Texas Homecoming - READ
Fun Facts about Courtney: A Groom's Promise - READ
4. National Craft Month: Accidentally in Love with...a God? - READ
5. National Peanut Month: Zombie Rehab - READ
6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Happy Valentine's Slay, Children of Hamlin, Tooth & Nail & Fairy Tale, Ember in the Wind, Jar of Hearts, Welcome to Sorrow - READ
7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Among the Dead and Dying - READ
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: The World God Only Knows 2 - READ
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: Is It Just Me? - READ
10. Reader's Choice: The World God Only Knows 3 - READ

2016 March Monthly Challenge

1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'. - Matthew - 3/6

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book published in 2013 - Ruin - 3/5


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book - Lord Dashwood Missed Out - 3/7

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.

☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number - First Debt - 3/2

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) - Tangled by Temptation - 3/14

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman - Her Double Delight - 3/2


7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number. - Off Sides - 3/12

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe - Second Debt - 3/13

10. Reader's Choice:
☘ Read any book of your choice. - Lover Unbound - 3/7

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Duration: March 1/16 - March 31/16

1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.
Minutes to Kill by Melinda Leigh 03/04/16 *****

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013.
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.
Adieu, Betty Crocker by Francois Gravel 03/01/16 **** (Jan 1, 2003)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
A Lady of Esteem by Kristi Ann Hunter 03/01/16 ***

4. National Craft Month:
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number
Out of Turn by Tiffany Snow 03/07/16 **** (473)

5. National Peanut Month:
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
Far Gone by Laura Griffin 03/02/16 **** (Texas)

6. March 8 – International Women's Day:
☘ Read a book written by a woman
She's Not There by P.J. Parrish 03/06/15 ****

7. March 15 – The Ides of March:
☘ Read a book published in March of any year
Irish Eyes by Kathy Hogan Trocheck, Mary Kay Andrews 03/05/16 *** March 2013

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day:
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.
The Handfasted Wife by Carol McGrath 03/07/16 *** (376)

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day:
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
The Summer Cottage by Susan Kietzman 03/03/16***

10. Reader's Choice:
☘ Read any book of your choice.
Second Chance by Jane Green 03/09/16 ***

I'm in for 10.

1. 'M' is for March:
✔2. Member of the Month: Kelly, Paradise Valley 3/1
✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): - historical fiction - Fire Catcher 3/4
✔4. National Craft Month: (4 in the page numbers - 364) Why Mermaids Sing
✔5. National Peanut Month: The Girl in 6E 3/6
✔6. International Women's Day: written by a woman - Fatal Jeopardy - 3/4
✔7. The Ides of March: Set in Venice Italy/Published in March AND someone got stabbed AND finished on the Ides of March :-) The Courtesan Duchess 3/15
✔8. International Francophonie Day: Character speaks French - Brighton Belle 3/13
✔9. International Waffle Day: set in Europe - Black Eye -3/9
✔10. Reader's Choice - Any Means Necessary 3/18

So many participants already!!! Welcome to the challenge all!!! Hope you find some good reading choices :-D

RRRC Monthly
March 1, 2016 - March 31, 2016


☑ March - 10/10

1. 'M' is for March - Moonstruck (3/7) ★★★★
2. Member of the Month - Tangled (3/22) ★★★
3. Featured Author Challenge - The Duchess War (3/21) ★★★★★
4. National Craft Month - Knight of Ocean Avenue (3/4) ★★★★★
5. National Peanut Month - Just A Little Bad (3/14) ★★★★½
6. International Women's Day - Him (3/5) ★★★★½
7. The Ides of March - Trust the Focus (3/12) ★★★★★
8. International Francophonie Day - Burn (3/31) ★★★★
9. International Waffle Day - Ravages (3/3) ★★★★½
10. Reader's Choice - Fighting Instinct (3/1) ★★★★★

2016 March Monthly Challenge


0/10 Completed

01. ☘'M' is for March: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

02. ☘Member of the Month ~ Kelly: Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves or read a book published in 2013.

03. ☘Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Courtney Milan: Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountains OR Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent or Read any book published in 2010.
The Governess Affair by Courtney Milan
OR

04. ☘National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR Read a book published in 1994 OR Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number.
Win Me Over by Nicole Michaels
OR
Always to Remember by Lorraine Heath
05. ☘National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

06. ☘International Women's Day (March 8): International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Read a book written by a woman OR Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

07. ☘The Ides of March (March 15): The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR Read a book published in March of any year OR Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

08. ☘International Francophonie Day (March 20): International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth. Read a book set in France OR Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

09. ☘International Waffle Day (March 25): This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something. Read a book set Europe OR Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

RRRC 2016 March Monthly Challenge


Duration: March 2016
Books Read: 0/10

1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

2. Member of the Month: Kelly Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

10/10 ~ finished Mar 22nd



☘ Read a book that starts with 'M'.
Maelstrom by Jordan L. Hawk ~ 3/15/16 ~ 5★

☘ Read a book published in January of any year.
Full Domain by Kindle Alexander ~ 3/5/16 ~ 4★

☘ Read a historical romance.
Lessons in Discovery by Charlie Cochrane ~ 3/20/16 ~ 3.5★

☘ Read a book with a 4 in the page number.
The Right Words by Lane Hayes (204) ~ 3/13/16 ~ 3.5★

☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book)
Rotgut Gin by Rhys Ford (11) ~ 3/1/16 ~ 3.5★

☘ Read a book written by a woman.
Belonging by Alexa Land ~ 3/6/16 ~ 4★

☘ Read a book published in March of any year.
Misfits by Garrett Leigh ~ 3/12/16 ~ 4★

☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.
Diamonds by Nash Summers (71) ~ 3/8/16 ~ 4★

☘ Read a book that has food on the cover.
Lost Along the Way by Marie Sexton ~ 3/5/16 ~ 3★

☘ Read any book of your choice.
Hell on Wheels by Z.A. Maxfield ~ 3/22/16 ~ 3.5★

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Read: 1/10

✔1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.


2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

i'm in! =)

1 – 'M' is for March: Close Up - Erin McCarthy
2 – Member of the Month: Blood Kiss - J.R. Ward
3 – Featured Author Challenge: Highlander Untamed - Monica Murphy
4 – National Craft Month: Blood Wolf Dawning - Rhyannon Byrd
5 – National Peanut Month: Teased - Rebecca Zanetti
6 – March 8 – International Women's Day: Dark Wolf Returning - Rhyannon Byrd
7 – March 15 – The Ides of March: Shards of Hope - Nalini Singh
8 – March 20 – International Francophonie Day: When Darkness Ends - Alexandra Ivy
9 – March 25 – International Waffle Day: Siren's Call - Jayne Castle
10 – Readers Choice: Eternal Kiss - Laura Wright

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Read: 10/10

1. 'M' is for March: Mary Calmes Piece of Cake Mar 4 ★★★★
2. Member of the Month: Kelly, 2013 or January Dirty Dining Mar 1 ★★★
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Neighboring Affairs Mar 1 ★★
4. National Craft Month: Sutphin Boulevard Mar 8 ★★★
5. National Peanut Month: Genetic Redux Mar 2 ★★★
6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Fever Pitch Mar 8 ★★★
7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Closet Confession Mar 2 ★★★
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: Waiting for Clark Mar 4 ★★★★
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: Playing for Keeps Mar 3 ★★★★★
10. Reader's Choice: Cherry Pie Mar 9 ★★★★

March Monthly Challenge 1st - 31st March
Read 10/10 CHALLENGE COMPETE

✔1. 'M' is for March: Mermen 3/22 ★
✔2. Member of the Month: Kelly: The Girl Who Disappeared Twice Published Jan 3/31 ★★
✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan. The Darkest Hour Published in 2010 3/17 ★★★
✔4. National Craft Month: I'm Watching You 484 Pages 3/23 ★★★★★
✔5. National Peanut Month: After Midnight 96 Pages 3/22 ★★★
✔6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Under Fire by Catherine Mann 3/18 ★★★★
✔7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Darkness Published March 2016 ★★★★
✔8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: On Dublin Street 372 Pages 3/5 ★★★★
✔9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: Magic Rises set in Europe 3/19 ★★★★★
✔10. Reader's Choice: Fire Touched 3/14 ★★★★★

I'm in.


2016 March Monthly Challenge


1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Macrieve by Kresley Cole (CR)

3. Read a historical romance/MC who is considered highly intelligent: An Independent Miss by Becca St. John 3/5/16

4. National Craft:259 pages- Night Sun by Lynne Ewing 3/3/16

5. National Peanut: New Orleans Flight by Alyssa Rose Ivy 3/1/16

6. Women's: Strong Female Character- Night Shade by Lynne Ewing 3/2/16

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. Francophonie: 257 pages- Outcast by Lynne Ewing 3/1/16

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

Sounds like fun- I'm not going to pre-assign the books this month.

10/10- COMPLETE!!!!!

1.M' is for March: Manhunt 03/08/16
2. Member of the Month: Kelly Suddenly One Summer 3/23/16
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan: Unveiled 3/21/16
4. National Craft Month: The Invitation - 3/6/16
5. National Peanut Month: One Scottish Lass 3/20/16
6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Fearless Girls, Wise Women & Beloved Sisters: Heroines in Folktales from Around the World 3/17/16
7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Lady of the Eternal City - 3/22/16
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: A Rose at Midnight 3/24/16
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: Rise of the Northmen 3/12/16
10. Reader's Choice: Silver Thaw- 3/3/16

March Monthly Challenge; 1st -31st
Completed: 4/10

1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.
Mirrorscape✔ COMPLETED - 19/03/2016

2. Member of the Month: Kelly-
☘ Read a book published in 2013
These Broken Stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.
Unveiled

4. National Craft Month:
☘ Read a book published in 1994
The Beekeeper's Apprentice

5. National Peanut Month:
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book)
The Transfer ✔ Completed - 06/03/2016

6. March 8 – International Women's Day:
☘ Read a book written by a woman
I’ll Take New York by Miranda Dickinson✔ COMPLETED - 28/03/2016

7. March 15 – The Ides of March:
☘ Read a book published in March of any year
The Winner's Curse ✔ Completed - 26/03/2016

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day:
☘ Read a book set in France
Isla and the Happily Ever After

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day:
☘ Read a book set Europe
Now You See Me

10. Reader's Choice:
Stone Bruises ✔ Completed - 03/03/2016

RRRC - 2016 March Monthly Challenge

0/10 read

1. 'M' is for March: More Than Scars by Sarah Brocious
2. Member of the Month - Kelly: Under Fire by Jo Davis
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Courtney Milan: A Thin Line by Emma Hillman
4. National Craft Month: Return to Glory by Sara Arden
5. National Peanut Month: Found by Tara Crescent
6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Wolf Tracker by Maddy Barone
7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Aromatherapy by Suzanne Rock
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: Layers Deep by Lacey Silks

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Read: 6/10

1. 'M' is for March: Grayson's Vow by Mia Sheridan 03/12/2016
2. Member of the Month: Kelly, 2013 or January: Dark Skye by Kresley Cole 03/07/2016
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Warrior's Revenge by Coreene Callahan
4. National Craft Month: Kulti by Mariana Zapata
5. National Peanut Month: Honeymoon from Hell I by R.L. Mathewson
6. March 8 – International Women's Day:
7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Midnight Lily by Mia Sheridan 03/18/2016
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: Forgotten by Evangeline Anderson 03/04/2016
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: Big Rock by Lauren Blakely 03/06/2016
10. Reader's Choice: Red Card by Carrie Aarons 03/09/2016

2016 March Monthly Challenge
0/3 Read

1. 'M' is for March: Mari Carr-Sparks Fly
2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Yuletide Enchantment
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010
4. National Craft Month:☘ 304 pages- Shadowland
5. National Peanut Month:☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR ☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR ☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.
6. March 8 – International Women's Day: ☘ Read a book written by a woman OR ☘ Read a book with an international setting OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.
7. March 15 – The Ides of March:☘Stabbed!- His 3/2
8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day:
☘ Read a book set in France OR ☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: ☘ Read a book set Europe OR ☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR ☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).
10. Reader's Choice:
☘ Read any book of your choice.

2016 March Monthly Challenge
Duration: March 1st - March 31st
Completed: 9/10 - DONE

✔1. 'M' is for March: One Night Of Scandal by Teresa Medeiros (13/3) ***
✔2. Member of the Month - Kelly: Dark Needs at Night's Edge by Kresley Cole (3/3) *****
✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Courtney Milan: The Rogue Not Taken by Sarah MacLean (19/3) ***
✔4. National Craft Month: The Consequence of Loving Colton by Rachel Van Dyken (6/3) ***
✔5. National Peanut Month: BRONAGH by L.A. Casey (17/3) ****
✔6. March 8 – International Women's Day: The Cut by Carol Lynne (14/3) ***
✔7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Ryder by L.A. Casey (15/3) ****
✔8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: Bait & Switch by Kendall Ryan (27/3) ***
✔9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: The Naked Marquis by Sally MacKenzie (21/3) ****
✔10. Reader's Choice: The Hooker and the Hermit by L.H. Cosway (4/3) ****

RRRC March Monthly Challenge 2016
Duration: March 01, 2016 - March 31, 2016
10/10 Completed! Finished!! 03/22/16 :)

✔ March (Calendar Girl #3) by Audrey Carlan 03/07/16 ~ Starts with "M"
✔ Naughty King (A Sexy Manhattan Fairytale, #1) by Michelle A. Valentine 03/09/16 ~ On her "Read" List
✔ Gone (Dream Catcher #3) by Lisa McMann 03/22/16 ~Published in 2010
✔ Panic (Panic #1) by Lauren Oliver 03/12/16 ~408 Pages, "4" in page #
✔ Disarm (Disarm #1) by June Gray 03/05/16 ~Peanut size book with 49 pages
✔ Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter 03/11/16 ~Woman author
✔ Hex Hall (Hex Hall #1) by Rachel Hawkins 03/08/16 ~Published in March
✔ Pretties (Uglies #2) by Scott Westerfeld 03/03/16 ~370 Pages "7" in page count
✔It Ended Badly: Thirteen Of The Worst Breakups In History by Jennifer Wright 03/02/16 ~ Food on the Cover
✔ The Memory Of Light by Francisco X. Stork 03/08/16 ~Reader's Choice

I'm in for all 10


1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Kelly has been a member of the RRRC since January, 2013. Here is the link to Kelly's shelves- Kelly's Books.
☘ Read a book from any of Kelly's shelves OR
☘ Read a book published in 2013 OR
☘ Read a book published in January of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
☘ Read one book written by Courtney Milan or any author with her first or last name. Link to Courtney Milan's backlist.

Fun Facts about Courtney
✷Courtney writes historical romance
✷ She has a graduate degree in theoretical physical chemistry and also went to law and was a law professor
✷ She lives in the Rocky Mountains
✷ Her debut novel was published in 2010

☘ Read a historical romance or historical fiction book OR
☘ Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain OR
☘ Read a book that has an MC who is a scientist, a lawyer, works in the judicial system or considered highly intelligent OR
☘ Read any book published in 2010

4. National Craft Month: March is National Craft Month in the US. Created by the Craft & Hobby Association in 1994, it was designed to help people learn about and re-discover the joy of crafting and all its many benefits.
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby OR
☘ Read a book published in 1994 OR
☘ Read a book with a 9 or 4 in the page number

5. National Peanut Month: March is also National Peanut Month in the US. George Washington Carver is considered the “Father of the Peanut Industry” and developed over 300 uses for the peanut. In the US, peanuts are grown mostly in the Southeast and makes up about 10% of the world’s production. Other countries with major peanut exports are Argentina, Brazil, Malawi, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, and Sudan.
☘ Read a 'peanut-sized book' (a shorter book) OR
☘ Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned OR
☘ Read a book by an author with a first or last name of George, Washington or Carver.

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is currently sponsored by the United Nations but was first organized by the Socialist Party of America in February of 1928.
☘ Read a book written by a woman OR
☘ Read a book with an international setting (international to you) OR
☘ Read a book that deals with politics or has a political character or has a strong female character.

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: The Ides of March is the first day of the Roman New Year. It also marks the first day of spring in the Roman calendar. On this day in history, Julius Caesar was warned by soothsayers to "beware of the Ides of March". Apparently, he did not heed the warning strongly enough as he was stabbed by Marcus Brutus on the Ides of March in 44 BC.
☘ Read a book set in Rome or Italy OR
☘ Read a book published in March of any year OR
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed.

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: International Francophonie Day is observed within the International Organization of La Francophonie's 77 member states to celebrate the French language and Francophone culture. There are over 274 million French speakers on Earth.
☘ Read a book set in France OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French OR
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: This holiday originated in Sweden. It is called Våffeldagen. This day was also considered the start of spring in Sweden and Europe. It became a custom for Swedish families to celebrate the two events by making waffles on this day. Waffle also means to be indecisive about something.
☘ Read a book set Europe OR
☘ Read a book where someone eats waffles or other breakfast food or has food on the cover OR
☘ Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!).

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

Romance Readers Monthly Challenge
2016 March Monthly Challenge

1/10 Completed

1. 'M' is for March: Made for Mischief by Regina Carlysle

2. Member of the Month - Kelly: Wicked Deeds on a Winter's Night by Kresley Cole 5/3/2016 ☘☘☘☘☘

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): The Duchess War by Courtney Milan

4. National Craft Month: When Pleasure Rules by J. K. Beck (448 pages)

5. National Peanut Month: Natural Evil by Thea Harrison (102 pages)

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: The Outlaw Demon Wails by Kim Harrison

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Temptation Rising by A.C. Arthur

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: Him by Sarina Bowen (272 pages)

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day: The Unexpected Duchess by Valerie Bowman

10. Reader's Choice: In Bed with a Highlander by Maya Banks

March Monthly Challenge

10/10 Read

1. 'M' is for March:
☘ Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'. K.A. Merikan ~ Bare-Knuckle Love ~ 3/8/16 ~ ★★

2. Member of the Month: Kelly- Read a book published in 2013 Dirty Laundry ~ 3/13/16 ~ ★★★★

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Read a book set in Colorado or in the mountain Until We Meet Once More ~ 3/6/16 ~ ★★★

4. National Craft Month: Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby Playing for Keeps ~ 3/3/16 ~ ★★★

5. National Peanut Month: Read a book set in the US South or in any of the other regions mentioned Cherry Pie ~ 3/6/16 ~ ★★★

6. March 8 – International Women's Day: Read a book written by a woman My Soul to Take ~ 3/4/16 ~ ★★★★★

7. March 15 – The Ides of March: Read a book where someone gets stabbed. Laoch Rudadh ~ 3/12/16 ~ ★★★★

8. March 20 – International Francophonie Day: Read a book with a character who is French or can speak French My Soul to Save ~ 3/9/16 ~ ★★★★

9. March 25 – International Waffle Day:Read a book with a character who is indecisive and waffles back and forth about something (or everything!). The Persistence of Memory ~ 3/11/16 ~ ★★★

10. Reader's Choice:
☘ Read any book of your choice. Catch a Tiger by the Tail ~ 3/7/16 ~ ★★★★

2016 March Monthly Challenge
0 / 10 Completed

1. 'M' is for March:
2. Member of the Month: Kelly:
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan:
4. National Craft Month:
5. National Peanut Month:
6. March 8 – International Women's Day:
7. March 15 – The Ides of March:
8. March 20 – International Francophone Day:
9. March 25 – International Waffle Day:
10. Reader's Choice:

I'm in for 5 or 7!

I kinda blew it in February but I'm in again.

0/8 Read

M for March: Chaos Choreography by Seanan McGuire
Hi Kelly! The Duke and the Lady in Red by Lorraine Heath
FAC Courtney Milan TBD
Peanut Month: The Sport of Baronets by Theresa Romain
Woman's Day: TBD
Ides of March: Fire Touched by Patricia Briggs
Waffle Day: TBD
My Choice: TBD

So I'm going to go for this mostly because Courtney Milan is this month's author and I'm going to try all 10. So here is my list for now.... I do reserve the right to change it just because :)
Can someone check to see if 8 meets the page count criteria? I don't know if I got that one right.

Progress: 10/10
ALL DONE!!

√1. 'M' is for March:
The Guardian by Margaret Mallory - 03/12
√2. Member of the Month - Kelly:
The Rogue Not Taken - on Kelly's to-read-wishlist. I found it a lovely read like a cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter, thank you! - 03/03
√3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Courtney Milan.
Proof by Seduction by Courtney Milan - 03/01
√4. National Craft Month:
☘ Read a book where someone is crafty/artistic or uses their hands in their profession or has a hobby.
Falling Into Bed with a Duke - the Duke loves taking photos and is very good at it. - 03/05
√5. National Peanut Month:
☘ Read a book set in the US South.
Clean Sweep - the book is set mainly in Texas. - 03/04
√6. March 8 – International Women's Day:
☘ Read a book written by a woman or has a strong woman character.
Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison - 03/15
√7. March 15 – The Ides of March:
☘ Read a book where someone gets stabbed:
Spider's Bite - MC is an assasin who's weapons of choice are knifes, lots of stabbing going around - 03/21
√8. March 20 – International Francophone Day:
☘ Read a book with a 7 in the page number.
Changeling - 278 pages - 03/02
√9. March 25 – International Waffle Day:
☘ Read a book set in Europe
Cold-Hearted Rake - the book is set in regency England. - 03/06
√10. Reader's Choice:
She Tempts the Duke - 03/08