Nothing But Reading Challenges discussion

Woack guys, in the ranking we're down to 13 now? :O

Sam wrote: "Woack guys, in the ranking we're down to 13 now? :O"

While I would encourage everyone to read like lightning, some of our drop might be differing tactics on assigning books by captains.
We don't get credit until we input two books for each task, so we've been holding back on entering some until we have optimal placement. We also get new tasks soon (the last set of picks), and we don't want to place bonuses before those are known.

Expect many teams to fluctuate wildly in the last days of the challenge.

I just looked 2 seconds ago and we are 11th now! It's already fluctuating.

I just filled a task :)

Cool! I was just wondering, but great to know our team is still on top of it! Thanks Rose :)

Sam wrote: "When will our next guesses be?"

Sorry, didn't see this. Tonight or tomorrow (we are waiting on the window to open). If anyone has any suggestions, we would love to hear them. Right now we are just thinking we might fill some of those obvious ship shaped holes and see what that gets us :)

Rose wrote: "Finished



Which was not good at all. Solid " would have been a DNF" territory."

Grah! I'm reading a "would have been a DNF" book too... I hope it's not catching....

To answer some questions re: Battleship:

Friday (early NA, late Asia/Aussie) is another round of 10 guesses for the board. We sank all our ships and don't have any leads... but we do have some conveniently ship-shaped holes so we'll be aiming at them. :D After that we will have one last round of 10 guesses, so hopefully we can still sink a lot of ships!

Like Rose said we have some books that we're holding in reserve to see if we can use them towards the new tasks. Once we commit them to squares expect our point total to go up and up. :)

Finished
My Commander by Alanea Alder
24th June 2016
282 pgs.
Fantasy - i10

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Faking Normal by Courtney C. Stevens
Pages: 368
Date: 23/06/16
Read for: Shelved as YA

Margaret came up with the most amazing set of guesses guys - three cheers for her mad analysis skillz! Here's what it looks like:



Disregard the speech bubbles at the top, we'll be using all ten of these as our guesses. I'll be straightening out the spreadsheet and firing these shots over the next hour or so, and I'll post an update as soon as I can. :)

~runs off to the spreadsheet with a slightly maniacal grin on her face~

~returns from the battlefield sea~

That was very informative! We found a lot of places where ships aren't. :P We still got three hits and some new genres to play with - check out the goals post at the top of the page for details. Now I'm going to figure out the most advantageous way to enter our banked books so we get the most points... read like the wind, everyone!

My 2nd book is done! What an incredible series....


Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning
Date read: 24/6/16
608 pages
Could be used for: science fiction, romance, fantasy, young adult, mystery, or horror.

Kazen wrote: "~returns from the battlefield sea~

That was very informative! We found a lot of places where ships aren't. :P We still got three hits and some new genres to play with - check out the goals post at..."

LOL - always good to know where the ships aren't.... I think that's great to get another 3 hits - we have a lot of reading to do!!

Finished:

The Sea of Monsters
279 pages
24/6/2016
Fantasy, Young Adult (maybe something else too!)

So, I just got DarkFever Darkfever from the library. Are there any issues if I read a book that has already been read, as long as there are slots open? I also have a lot of books I plan to read! Power through the weekend!

Lory wrote: "So, I just got DarkFever Darkfever from the library. Are there any issues if I read a book that has already been read, as long as there are slots open? I also have a lot of books I pl..."

Lory, absolutely no worries - (eta: different people) can read the same book as many times as we like. Which is a good thing because...



Bwahaha.

Sam wrote: "Finished:
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~sits next to Sam hoping the reading vibes will help break her slump~

;)

eta: This ended up working for historical, just what we needed, yea!

Uggggh, I just did that painful thing of abandoning a book even though I was over 200 pages in. T_T It was only 55% though, and my lack of will to read it put me into a reading slump, boo! Now that I have that mental weight lifted I'm soooo happy to dive into Darkfever, espeically after everyone's glowing recommendation :)

Kazen wrote: "Uggggh, I just did that painful thing of abandoning a book even though I was over 200 pages in. T_T It was only 55% though, and my lack of will to read it put me into a reading slump, boo! Now that..."

Prepare to have your reading slump lifted.... Oh, and buckle up - it's going to be a bumpy ride!!!

Margaret wrote: "Prepare to have your reading slump lifted.... Oh, and buckle up - it's going to be a bumpy ride!!! "

~puts her tray table into the upright position and gets a firm hold on her ereader~

Let's do this! :D

I know the feeling! I struggled to finish, because other books are on my mind. Unfortunately, Darkfever has to wait until Monday...

But Completion Post:
Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
331 pages
Fits, fantasy, young adult, and historical fiction.

Lory - So many books, so little time! Nice job getting this one done. :)

Red Pandas-My Mom-in-law passed away this morning. I may fall behind on my reading. Will check in each day, but not much reading possible for a few days.

Tammie, I'm so sorry to hear this and for your loss. Take all the time you need - much love to you and yours.

I'm hiding details under spoilers so we can concentrate on HITS! Tasks that still need to be filled at the top, bonus tasks below that, misses below that.

New/Incomplete

We just got our last group of tasks, huzzah! We have to fill these tasks to get the points for each hit square (5) and for sinking ships (1-4).

Members reading for their first primary task - Melissa
Open primary slots listed below (details under the spoiler)

Read a book shelved as science fiction by at least 10 people - 5 slots open
Read a book shelved as non-fiction by at least 10 people - 2 slots open
Read a book shelved as fantasy by at least 10 people - 4 slots open
Read a book shelved as classics by at least 10 people - 4 slots open
Read a book shelved as contemporary by at least 10 people - 4 slots open
Read a book shelved as romance by at least 10 people - 2 slots open
Read a book shelved as mystery by at least 10 people - 2 slots open
Read a book shelved as historical by at least 10 people - 2 slots open
Read a book shelved as humor by at least 10 people - 2 slots open
(view spoiler)[A4 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as science fiction by at least 10 people
Book 1: Melissa
Book 2:

C7 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as non fiction by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

E3 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as fantasy by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

D3 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as classics by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

B7 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as contemporary by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

D7 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as fantasy by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

E7 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as romance by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

H1 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as classics by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

H2 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as mystery by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

D9 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as science fiction by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

J4 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as historical by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

A10 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as contemporary by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

B10 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as humor by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:

F10 - HIT! - Read a book shelved as science fiction by at least 10 people
Book 1:
Book 2:
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Bonus
Members eligible to read for bonus - everyone else! :)

Each person can read one book for each square - so if you read five romances only one can be used for B1. You could use a second at A1, though. :D

The following genres can be read for bonus: (details under spoiler)
romance (x2)
mystery
horror
young adult (x3)
fantasy (x2)
non-fiction
science fiction
contemporary
chick lit
historical
paranormal
(view spoiler)[B1 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as romance by at least 10 people
Primary: Kazen, Pragya
Bonus (0/8 complete):

E5 - HIT! - BONUS- Read a book shelved as mystery by at least 10 people
Primary: Tammie, Rose
Bonus (0/8):

H5 - HIT! - BONUS -Read a book shelved as horror by at least 10 people
Primary: Kate, Sam
Bonus (0/8):

I9 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as paranormal by at least 10 people
Primary: Ella, Annabeth
Bonus (0/8):

A3 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as young adult by at least 10 people
Primary: Sydney, Lori
Bonus (0/8):

D5 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as young adult by at least 10 people
Primary: Riah, Pragya
Bonus (0/8)

A1 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as romance by at least 10 people
Primary: Tammie, Tori
Bonus (0/8):

F5 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as non fiction by at least 10 people
Primary: Sam, Rose
Bonus (0/8):

A5 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as science fiction by at least 10 people
Primary: Brianna, Annabeth
Bonus (0/8):

F3 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as contemporary by at least 10 people
Primary: Rose, Tammie
Bonus (0/8):

A6 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as chick lit by at least 10 people
Primary: Ella, Lory
Bonus (0/8):

I10 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as fantasy by at least 10 people
Primary: Kate, Ella
Bonus (0/8):

J2 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as historical by at least 10 people
Primary: Sydney, Sam
Bonus (0/8):

G5 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as fantasy by at least 10 people
Primary: Margaret, Lory
Bonus (0/8):

I8 - HIT! - BONUS - Read a book shelved as young adult by at least 10 people
Primary: Rose, Pragya
Bonus (0/8): (hide spoiler)]

Misses
In case of book emergency break glass click spoiler
(view spoiler)[B9 - miss - Read a book where the author's first name is one of the top 100 female/male names in Australia

C6 - miss - Read a book which has the main location (setting) as Canada

D2 - miss - Read a book written by two or more people under same name (example: Illona Andrews)

G7 - miss - Read a book which has the main location (setting) as the UK

J1 - miss - Read a book where author's first and last names have same initials
Book 1: Margaret
Book 2: Rose

E4 - miss- Read a book where the first word of the title is An

J9 - miss - Read a book where the author's first name is one of the top 100 female/male names in USA according to nameberry

C8 - miss - Read a book where all word in title have same number of letters (example: Gone Girl)

I2 - miss - Read a book that is book 5 in a series

E10 - miss - Read a book where sum of pages is even number (use read edition)

C3 - miss - Read a book which has the main location (setting) as Australia or New Zealand

C10 - miss - Read a book that is book 2 in a series

E8 - miss - Read a book whose author uses initials only (example: J.K. Rowling, J.R.R. Tolkien)

F1 - miss - Read a book by an author who died in 2015-2016

G9 - miss - Read a book that is book 4 in a series

I3 - miss - Read a book with double letter in title (example Harry Potter and...)

J6 - miss - Read a book where sum of pages is odd number (use read edition)

F2 - miss - Read a book where the author's first name is one of the top 100 female/male names in Germany according to nameberry

G3 - miss - Read a book with a title with 6 or less letters

A8 - miss - Read a book where the first word of the title is The

A9 - miss - Read a book that is book 1 in a series

G1 - miss - Read a book where the first word of the title is A
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Read like the wind! :)

Tammie wrote: "Red Pandas-My Mom-in-law passed away this morning. I may fall behind on my reading. Will check in each day, but not much reading possible for a few days."

Oh no! My condolences to you and your family.

I am working on a non-fiction chemistry book at the moment. Hopefully adding more books.

Tammie, so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine. I think we all say, take your time and don't worry about reading.

Finished




You guys are making me think I should go back and attempt Darkfever again. I tried to read it at one point, but the dialogue style in the first few chapters didn't click with me.

Tammie wrote: "Red Pandas-My Mom-in-law passed away this morning. I may fall behind on my reading. Will check in each day, but not much reading possible for a few days."

:( Sorry for your loss. Sending internet hugs and icecream

Rose wrote: "I tried to read it at one point, but the dialogue style in the first few chapters didn't click with me. "

I had the same thought, the "ooo, not sure I like this first person narrative voice" thought. I'm pushing through for the moment because the story is getting interesting - I'll let you know how it goes!

Here's a little dose of cuteness for your week-end....

3 month old baby red panda cubs...

Kazen wrote: "Rose wrote: "I tried to read it at one point, but the dialogue style in the first few chapters didn't click with me. "

I had the same thought, the "ooo, not sure I like this first person narrative..."

I normally also don't like first person narratives, but it's the action and witty dialogue between the characters that made this book a 4 star read for me (and continue with the series). I hope you enjoy it ...

Tammie, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. All the love to you and yours.

Finished!

The Titan's Curse
312 pages
25/6/2016

Just reading, whatever it fits!

I'm sorry Tammie.


just finished red rising. will get on tomorrow for the official post

I am almost finished with the diary of ann frank for non fiction Category if it is still needed. Starting beautiful disaster next I think.

Sam wrote: "Finished!

The Titan's Curse
312 pages
25/6/2016

Just reading, whatever it fits!"

That's excellent - keep just reading! More books directly equals more points. :)

Margaret wrote: "Here's a little dose of cuteness for your week-end....

3 month old baby red panda cubs..."

This is just what my weekend needed! So cute.

Annabeth wrote: "Halfway through The Great Hunt. ♥
Has anybody else read this book? ☺"

A friend had me read some Eddings but I never got into the Wheel of Time. How are you liking it?

Riah wrote: "I am almost finished with the diary of ann frank for non fiction Category if it is still needed. Starting beautiful disaster next I think."

The non-fic will be much appreciated! And Beautiful Disaster should count for all sorts of genres so read forth in confidence, hehe.

The Diary of a Young Girl
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
Pages: 283
Date: June 25 2016
Category: Non-Fiction

It must be a sad books week for me...tear.

Our deepest condolences to you and your family, Tammie.

Finished
My Protector by Alanea Alder.
25th June '16.
278 pages.
Fantasy- G5

Red Pandas - Sorry that I haven't been reading on coming to the thread in the past couple of days. I had a miscarriage and just wasn't in the mood to read. I just started picking my books back up about an half hour ago.

I am so sorry, it must be heart breaking. Don't rush back in if you need to take a break. we will understand.

Tori wrote: "I am so sorry, it must be heart breaking. Don't rush back in if you need to take a break. we will understand."

The reading is actually helping to take my mind off of it

Brianna, I am sending so many hugs and much love your way.

~squeeeeeeeze~

Brianna wrote: "The reading is actually helping to take my mind off of it"

If you need a recommendation, someone three told me about this book called Darkfever... ;)

Reading is the best for this sort of thing. Yea books!

Thanks Kazen and I'll have to give it a try. I'm almost done with Anna and the French Kiss, so I'll check that one out next. I have the book on my kindle