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Challenge #1040-Wanderlust
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Landmarks of the World: Mont Saint-Michel
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
100p. min.
7/7

Tasks

1. Unique Location: Mont Saint-Michel is an almost circular granite tidal island that rises sharply out of Mont Saint-Michel Bay, between Brittany and Normandy. Most of the time the island is surrounded by vast sandbanks and it only becomes an island when high tide comes in twice a day. But the high tides are considered the highest in Europe, with a difference of 50 feet between low and high tide. Often described as having “the speed of a galloping horse", the tides come in quickly, are strong, and could be dangerous. And on a handful of days every year, the tides change so fast that the surrounding sand becomes unstable, effectively turning it into quicksand. Because of this phenomenon, this unique site would eventually hold great strategic significance.

*Read a book set in France OR read a book that has TWO words in the title that start with the letter M.- Murder in Montparnasse by Kerry Greenwood-3/13/23-

2. It All Began With a Dream: According to legend, in 708 AD, the Archangel Michael appeared to the Bishop Aubert in a vision, instructing him to build a sanctuary to honor the archangel on the rocky, inhospitable island that sits at the mouth of the Couesnon River. The legend says that Aubert didn’t take the request too seriously until Michael returned and burned a hole in the bishop's skull with his finger, whispering “build it and they will come”. Today, you can actually see the bishop's broken skull on display in the abbey. After this second visit, Aubert wasted no time and a sanctuary dedicated to the Archangel was opened on the mont in 709 AD.

*Read a book that features a dream, vision or legend (briefly share details) OR read a book with 7, 0, 8 or 9 in the total page count (share page count).- Octopussy and The Living Daylights by Ian Fleming-7/24/23-120p

3. Centuries of Building & Modifications: Over the next 1300 years, construction on the mont represented the mastery and expertise of several generations of builders. In 966, a community of Benedictines settled there at the request of the Duke of Normandy. He brought in an the Italian architect to design the Romanesque church of the abbey, daringly placing the transept crossing at the top of the mount. Many underground crypts and chapels had to be built to compensate for this weight, forming the foundation for the upward structure we see today. After a fire in 1203, King Philip II gifted the monks with the construction of La Merveille (The Wonder). This new gothic addition to the monastery is often cited as the jewel in the crown of the Abbey's architecture.

*Read a book that features construction of some sort (briefly share details) OR read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in LA MERVEILLE.- Colonel Sun by Robert Markham-12/20/23- ( Kinglsey Amis) -12/20/23-

4. Pilgrimage Destination: Second only to Spain's Santiago de Compostela, Mont-Saint Michel became an important place of pilgrimage in the Middle Ages, making the archangel's prophecy come true. Such was the difficulty of the journey with the high tides and quicksand, that it became a test of penitence, sacrifice, and commitment to God to reach the abbey. The abbey also became a center of medieval culture. Large numbers of manuscripts were both produced and stored there, giving it the nickname: "The City of the Books". It was a political and intellectual crossroads, visited by thousands of pilgrims and intellectuals, including several Kings of France and England. It was during this time that the village at the feet of the monastery grew, becoming home to thousands of residents that brought goods and services to the monks.

*Read a book where the MC takes a physical, spiritual or emotional journey (briefly share details) - title characters escapes awful situation by journeying across the nearly empty tundra in Alaska in -Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George-7/27-23 OR read a book with a plot focused on a book(s) or a library (tell us which).

5. The Mont Was Never Conquered: During the Hundred Years War, substantial ramparts and fortifications were built around the edge of the isle to resist the English, contributing to the fact that the island has never been invaded. Joan of Arc was even inspired by the island's stand against the English as she helped recapture France. The mont soon became a symbol of French resilience, and today you can see the two cannons, called Les Michelettes, which are proudly displayed in the town as a reminder of its invulnerability. The mont's fortifications were even used in reverse, when it became a prison during the French Revolution, creating a secure, inescapable place for the political and clerical dissidents being held there.

*Read a book where a war is important to the plot line (tell how how)- a personal account of the battles between the British and Irish in The Insurrection In Dublin: An Eyewitness Account of the Easter Rising, 1916 by James Stephens-2/12/23 OR read a book with a character that is in or once was in prison (tell us who).

6. Becoming an Historical Monument: The prison closed in 1863 and the mont was left in a state of dilapidation. But several of the high profile political prisoners, including Victor Hugo, launched a campaign to restore what they felt was a national architectural treasure. Their efforts were successful and the site was declared a historical monument in 1874, and the long process of restoration began. A causeway, constructed in 1878, made access to the mont easier, followed by a tramway line for transporting visitors. However, this causeway restricted the tide and created a problem with silt build up. A project that began in 2009 to revert the mont to a tidal island was completed in 2014. An artificial causeway was built that did not restrict the flow of water during tidal changes. Today visitors access the island on foot over this causeway.

*Read a book tagged HISTORICAL on its GR Homepage- The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck-7/9/23-
(fiction or non-fiction) OR or read a book originally published between 2009 and 2014 (share publication year)

7. The Monks Return: It's good to hear that the abbey is again in use. A group of monks reoccupied the premises in 1966, on the millennial anniversary of its foundation. Since 2001, twelve brothers and sisters from the Monastic Fraternities of Jerusalem have taken up the baton; they celebrate daily services in the abbey church and welcome pilgrims and visitors from all over the world. In 1979, UNESCO named the mont one of the most important sites of medieval Christian civilization. Visiting the island is free but to enter the abbey, there is an extra cost. But it's well worth it to see the incredible architecture - it will blow you away! Keep in mind that Mont Saint-Michel isn’t a fabricated tourist destination and is home to 44 inhabitants, including those that reside in the abbey. Be respectful of their home. You may even be lucky enough to hear the hauntingly beautiful sound of their choir upon entering the abbey.

*Read a book that features a religious community (briefly share details) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in MONT SAINT-MICHEL (2 word minimum).- Triggerfish Twist by Tim Dorsey-7/21/23

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*****COMPLETED 10/17/23***** UNTIMELY

Challenge #1041-Wanderlust
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Iconic Trail: The Via Dinarica
February 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
10/10

1. The Via Dinarica
✱ Read a book with mountains on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book that is part of a trilogy (share name of trilogy) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in VIA DINARICA.- The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie- 10/17/23 -

2. The White Trail
✱ Read a book with a predominantly white cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a series book #1 - Slippery Creatures by K.J. Charles-3/2/23
OR
✱ Read a book where all the letters of the word ALPS are found in the title (in any order) .

3. The White Trail: the Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle
✱ Read a book with a scene that takes place underground (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in CASTLE (ignore A, An or The) - Liarmouth: A Feel-Bad Romance by John Waters-3/15/23
OR
✱ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in POSTOJNA (tell us where) .- San Diego, CA- Double by Marcia Muller-2/8/23-

4. The White Trail: Valbona Valley National Park
✱ Read a book with a forest on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book published between 2007 and 2017 (share publication year) -pub. 2007- The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick-8/27/23
OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in VALBONA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK (Three Word Minimum).

5. The Blue Trail
✱ Read a book with a predominantly blue cover- The Getaway by Jeff Kinney-2/14/23-
(post cover)
OR
✱ Read a series book #2 OR
✱ Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in CROATIA (share nane).

✔6. The Blue Trail: Krka National Park
✱ Read a book with TWO “Ks” in its title OR
✱ Read a book with the word WATERFALL in its text (share text) -p.286- Atlas Obscura: An Explorer's Guide to the World's Hidden Wonders-"Horsetail's glowing waterfall is a natural phenomenon..." 2/1/23
OR
✱ Read a historical fiction book or one tagged HISTORICAL in its GR homepage.

7. The Blue Trail: Dubrovnik
✱ Read a book set in a city with a rich history (tell us where) -Hong Kong- -Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha by Dorothy Gilman-3/19/23
OR
✱ Read a book with TWO of the following numbers in its total page count: 1, 3, 5, 8 or 0 (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book with the title that has changed for any reason (translation is fine - share both titles).

8. The Green Trail
✱ Read a book with a predominantly green cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a series book #3 OR
✱ Read a book where construction or renovation work takes place (briefly share details).-The title refers to the major work that needs to be done to the Heffley family home before they can sell in Wrecking Ball by Jeff Kinney

9. The Green Trail: Plitvice Lakes National Park
✱ Read a book set near a lake (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with water on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PLITIVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK (Three Word Minimum).- Trouble in Nuala by Harriet Steel- 3/20/23-

10. The Green Trail: Sarajevo
✱ Read a book with an MC who is a soldier or veteran (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book where the characters represent more than one religion or ethnic group (tell us who & how they differ) Catholics and Protestants- English and Irishmen battle in The Insurrection In Dublin: An Eyewitness Account of the Easter Rising, 1916 by James Stephens-2/12/23 -
OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in SARAJEVO (ignore A, An or The).

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*****COMPLETED 10/1/24***** TIMELY

Challenge #1042-Wanderlust
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Riding the Highways: The Aloha Loop
February 1, 2023 to Completion
100p. min-MUST BE DONE IN ORDER

Here's how the challenge works. Read carefully because it has changed a bit.
The number of miles traveled from place to place will be the numbers you use to choose your books. You can mix and match one of the below ways to complete the task but please indicate in each post which option you are using.

✱ Series Number OR
✱ Number(s) Found in Page Count OR
✱ Number Corresponds with the LAST Number of the Publication Year

IMPORTANT: Tasks MUST be completed IN ORDER. Task #1 needs to be completed before moving on to Task #2 and so on. It is a road trip and you can’t hop around.

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1. Starting Point: Hilo
🚙 Read a series book #1 OR read a book with 1 in the total page count (share count)- The Insurrection In Dublin: An Eyewitness Account of the Easter Rising, 1916 by James Stephens-2/12/23 - 120p

OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 (share year).

2. Drive 2 Miles to Wailuku River State Park
🚙 Read a series book #2 OR read a book with 2 in the total page count (share count)-217p.- Double Down by Jeff Kinney-2/12/23
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 2 (share year).

3. Drive 16 Miles to Onomea Bay Scenic Drive Turnoff
🚙 Read a series book #1, #6 or #16 -Series #1- Slippery Creatures by K.J. Charles-3/2/23
OR read a book with 1 AND 6 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 6 (share year).

4. Drive 0.5 Miles Hawaii Tropical Botanical Gardens
🚙 Read a half step series book or series #5 OR read a book with 0 AND 5 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with 0 or 5 (share year).-pub. 1985--Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha by Dorothy Gilman-3/19/23

5. Drive 9 Miles to Akaka Falls State Park
🚙 Read a series book #9 OR read a book with 9 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 9 (share year).-pub. 1999- In September, the Light Changes by Andrew Holleran-6/6/23


6. Drive 7 Miles to Umauma Falls
🚙 Read a series book #7 OR read a book with 7 in the total page count (share count) -470p.- The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck-7/9/23
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 7 (share year).

7. Drive 11 Miles to Magical Creatures Sanctuary
🚙 Read a series book #1 or #11 OR read a book with 1 in the total page count (share count)- Octopussy and The Living Daylights by Ian Fleming-7/24/23-120p.
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 (share year).

8. Drive 5 Miles to Laupahoehoe Beach Park
🚙 Read a series book #5 OR read a book with 5 in the total page count (share count)-156p.- The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare-8/9/23
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 5 (share year).

9. Drive 13 Miles to the Hawaiian Vanilla Company
🚙 Read a series book #1, #3 or #13 -series#13- The Castlemaine Murders by Kerry Greenwood-9/14/23-
OR read a book with 1 AND 3 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 or 3 (share year).

10. Drive 8 Miles to Kalopa State Recreation Area
🚙 Read a series book #8 - The Hostile Hospital by Lemony Snicket-9/23/23
OR read a book with 8 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 8 (share year).

11. Drive 14 Miles to Waip'o Valley Lookout
🚙 Read a series book #1, #4 or #14- series #4- The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie- 10/17/23
OR read a book with 1 AND 4 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 or 4 (share year).

12. Drive 22 Miles to Waimea
🚙 Read a series book #2 or #22 OR read a book with 2 in the total page count (share count)-222p- Everything Begins and Ends at the Kentucky Club by Benjamin Alire Sáenz- 11/23/23
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 2 (share year).

13. Drive 21 Miles to Hawi
🚙 Read a series book #2, #1 or #21 OR read a book with 2 AND 1 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 2 or 1 (share year).-pub. 2021- Have You Eaten Yet? Stories from Chinese Restaurants Around the World by Cheuk Kwan- 12/19/23

14. Drive 18 Miles to Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site
🚙 Read a series book #1, #8 or #18-James Bond series#8- Colonel Sun by Robert Markham-12/20/23- ( Kinglsey Amis) -12/20/23
OR read a book with 1 AND 8 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 or 8 (share year).

15. Drive 3 Miles to Hapuna State Beach Park
🚙 Read a series book #3 OR read a book with 3 in the total page count (share count) 132p.- The White Elephant Book: A Photographic Essay by Beta Book Co.-1/13/24
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 3 (share year).

16. Drive 6 Miles to Puako Petroglyphs
🚙 Read a series book #6 OR read a book with 6 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 6 (share year).-560p.- The Crow Trap by Cleeves, Ann -1/23/24-

17. Drive 13 Miles Kiholo Bay Beach Hike
🚙 Read a series book #1, #3 or #13 OR read a book with 1 AND 3 in the total page count (share count) -312p.- Murder in the Dark by Kerry Greenwood- 2/8/24-
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 or 3 (share year).

18. Drive 17 Miles to Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park
🚙 Read a series book #1, #7 or #17 OR read a book with 1 AND 7 in the total page count (share count)-173p.- Torch Song Trilogy by Harvey Fierstein-2/15/24-
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 or 7 (share year).

19. Drive 3 Miles to Kailua-Kona
🚙 Read a series book #3 OR read a book with 3 in the total page count (share count) -438p.- Gastro Obscura: A Food Adventurer's Guide by Cecily Wong - 3/11/24-
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 3 (share year).

20. Drive 13 Miles to Captain Cook
🚙 Read a series book #1, #3 or #13 -series#13- The End by Lemony Snicket-4/3/24
OR read a book with a 1 AND 3 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 1 or 3 (share year).

21. Drive 9 Miles to Puuhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park
🚙 Read a series book #9 OR read a book with 9 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 9 (share year).-pub. 1989- A Traveller on Horseback by Christina Dodwell-5/25/24

22. Drive 24 Miles to Milolii
🚙 Read a series book #2, #4 or #24 OR read a book with 2 AND 4 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 2 or 4 (share year).-pub. 2012- The Colonel's Mistake by Dan Mayland-5/27/24

23. Drive 34 Miles to Ka Lae
🚙 Read a series book #3, #4 or #34 OR read a book with 3 AND 4 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 3 or 4 (share year).-pub. 2004--America (The Book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction by Jon Stewart-6/5/24 -

24. Drive 25 Miles to Naalehu
🚙 Read a series book #2, #5 or #25 OR read a book with 2 AND 5 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 2 or 5 (share year).-pub. 1592- Henry VI, Part 1 by William Shakespeare-6/16/24-

25. Drive 9 Miles to Punalu'u Beach Park
🚙 Read a series book #9 OR read a book with 9 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 9 (share year).-pub. 2009- The White Woman on the Green Bicycle by Monique Roffey- 6/25/24

26. Drive 28 Miles to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
🚙 Read a series book #2, #8 or #28 OR read a book with 2 AND 8 in the total page count (share count) OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 2 or 8 (share year).-pub. 2012- Bad Pets on the Loose! by Allan Zullo-7/12/24

27. Drive 38 Miles Roundtrip on Chain of Craters Road
🚙 Read a series book #3, #8 or #38 OR read a book with 3 AND 8 in the total page count (share count)-369p.- -Torpedo Juice by Tim Dorsey-7/11/24-
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 3 or 8 (share year).

28. Drive 32 Miles to Pahoa Lava Zone Museum
🚙 Read a series book #3, #2 or #32 OR read a book with 3 AND 2 in the total page count (share count) -532p.- Déjà Dead by Kathy Reichs-10/1/24
OR read a book with a publication year that ends with a 3 or 2 (share year)

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Challenge #1043-Wanderlust
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A-Z "Real Life" Locations (2023)
February 1, 2023- January 31, 2024

For each letter A through Z, read a book in which the location name begins with the corresponding letter. For the difficult letters Q, X, Y and Z, you may use locations where the letter appears somewhere in the location name. Only real locations will work for this challenge.

Challenge Rules: All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more.

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*****COMPLETED 2/23/25***** TIMELY

Challenge #1044-CCC
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THON : FOR THE KIDS, 2/1 – 2/28
150p.min.

7/7 COMPLETE

1. The first dance marathon took place in 1973 and lasted 30 hours, with 78 participants raising more than $2,000. Initially, it was a competitive event, to see which couples could raise the most money – and stay on their feet the longest. The beneficiary of that first marathon was The Sheltered Workshop for Retarded Children in Butler, PA.
🎶 Read a book with an intact 78 in its total page count; tell us how many pages- -Time Regained by Marcel Proust- 2/23/25 784p.
OR a book set in Pennsylvania

2. In 1977, Four Diamonds became the sole beneficiary, and remains so to this day. Four Diamonds was created in 1972 by Charles and Irma Millard in honor of their son, Christopher, who died of cancer as a teenager. Since then, it has reportedly assisted more than 4,800 children to fight childhood cancer, with approximately 70% of their operating budget coming from THON. Four Diamonds is also a leading researcher into a possible cure.
🎶 Read a book with a character who conducts research of some sort; tell us who and what they’re researching
The MC researches the movements of an old lover and now suspect in -Murder in Montparnasse by Kerry Greenwood-3/13/23-
OR book #4 from a series; tell us the series
For more information : https://www.fourdiamonds.org/

3. In 1979, the dance marathon changed from a competition to a collective event. THON first raised six figures in 1983, collecting $131,182. In 2022, THON raised its highest one-year total to date: $13,756,374.50. Roughly 95¢ of every dollar raised goes to the Four Diamonds; the rest is used for administrative costs (mailers, security, etc.).
🎶 Read a book originally published in 2022; tell us the date-pub.-5/3/22- Liarmouth: A Feel-Bad Romance by John Waters-3/15/23
OR a book whose MC is a college student

4. The event is staffed entirely by student volunteers. According to the official THON website, more than 16,500 student volunteers have taken part in THON since its inception. The event has raised nearly $200 million to date. Various student organizations participate in THON’s entertainment – the freshmen football players, for example, put together a dance every year that is always one of the highlights of the weekend.
(https://www.pinterest.com/pin/5080624... [Dallas Cowboys fans might recognize #11, Micah Parsons])
🎶 Read a book where a sport is important to the story; briefly explain OR a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in VOLUNTEERS; post a link to the author’s GR page- Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis-8/21/23


5. The check that THON writes to Four Diamonds is FTK – “for the kids” – an idea that has become the event’s slogan – but it aims to benefit them in more ways than just financially. THON volunteers provide emotional support to families year-round, and bond with Four Diamonds families, who often attend THON to watch, participate and thank their supporters and friends.
🎶 Read a book whose MC provides emotional support to another character in the book; using spoiler tags, briefly explain OR a book whose MC works for an organization known by an acronym (FBI, etc); tell us the organization-The title character works for the CIA in -Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha by Dorothy Gilman-3/19/23

6. Students in grades K-12 across Pennsylvania hold their own Mini-THON events, the first being held at Hershey High School in 1993. Until 2017, Penn State student volunteers would stand at intersections and street corners “canning” – collecting donations in large cans from passing cars and pedestrians. Canning was canceled after two students died in canning-related traffic accidents.
🎶 Read a book in which a traffic accident occurs OR a book featuring a school-aged child (in grades K-12); tell us who-Greg Heffley..the Wimpy Kid is in grade school in Double Down by Jeff Kinney-2/12/23

7. I always try to catch the online broadcast of the last hour or so of each year's event, when they reveal the amount of money raised during the past year. It gives me goosebumps every time. Here's last year's reveal : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLvfl...
In addition to the fundraising dollar reveal, the last hour of the event features Dancer Relations captains from the immediate past four events performing the line dance that was featured at the event they captained.
🎶 Read a book where someone waits for something to be revealed; using spoiler tags, briefly explain -The MC waits to find out why his pursuers want a particular document that his Uncle supposedly left in his custody in Slippery Creatures by K.J. Charles-3/2/23
OR a book with a straight line visible in the cover art; post the cover

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Challenge #1045- Booktivity
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February 2023 Scavenger Hunt
100p. min.

Basic word list
applause
crystal
eternal
foyer
geek

heritage
index
judgmental
luxuries
obvious

personality
ripples
tennis shoes
uncle
values

Optional (BONUS) word list
bindi
dowry
mantra
sari
website

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Challenge #1046- TCF
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Just found this...starting 2/1/23 and will aim to finish by 3/31/23

Bonus Scavenger Hunt: January 1 - February 28


The list
Absolve
Achieve
Arrogance
Barrel
Blissful
Cape
Caramel
Connect
Contaminate
Coverlet
Devoid
Eternal
Fleece
Ginger ale
Goal
Golf course
Jumper
Kerosene
Kiwi
Merge
Ordinary
Paternal
Reception
Remote control
Resound
Reward
Rosary
Sinewy
Snug
Soap
Swamp
Teddy bear
Vain
Vendor
Voluptuous
Weighted
Whim
Woo
Wrath
Zero

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Challenge #1047- TCF
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The Incredible Challenge Factory Scavenger Hunt, Part XLV
Duration: January 1 - March 31, 2023---starting February 1, 2023. Aim to Finish by April30, 2023

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Adamant
Adventure
Burst
Celebrate
Corrosion
Corsage
Crave
Disheveled
Durable
Fence
Flock
Frantic
Galaxy
Glimmer
Gracious
Integrity
Isolate
Juvenile
Knife
Lawyer
Literate
Lurk
Luxurious
Masculine
Nuisance
Originate
Prepare
Proper
Regal
Resolute
Rummage
Settled
Gold
Tulip
Undue
Virile
Vitality
Wondrous
Youthful
Zeal

Bonus list
Ginger ale
Histrionic
Juxtapose
Magnate
Orthopedic
Posthumous
Presume
Shamrock
Wraith
Zen

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Challenge #1048- TCF
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A-Z Challenge 2023
Time Frame: 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2023
* No minimum page requirement.

Level: Hard

*For X, any word in the title/series name may start with the letter; authors, there must be an X somewhere in the name, does not have to start with it.

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Dishes for Ireland, Ulster, Scotland and England


Northern Ireland-
-Apples and Cider in Armagh;
-Fifteens-You just can’t have a cup of tea in Northern Ireland without a fifteen on the side. This sweet fridge tray-bake got its name because it has 15 digestive biscuits, 15 marshmallows and 15 glacé cherries, mixed together with some condensed milk and desiccated coconut.
-Lough Neagh Eels
Also in Lough Neagh can be found the local delicacy of eels. Delicious pan-fried in butter serving up an exceptional smoked taste. Although enjoyed locally, they also go to prestigious restaurants in Europe and pie and mash shops in London.

-The Ulster Fry
Said by some to have come into existence during the Irish Famine, the Ulster Fry is different from a full Irish or a full English because of its addition of soda bread or soda farl. Why not enjoy this indulgent breakfast during a stay at the Merchant Hotel in Belfast?

-Cream Horns
Brought to our TV screens by the hit TV show Derry Girls, this sweet treat consisting of puff pastry and sweetened cream is a must try when in Northern Ireland. Cream horns are easy to find, just pop into any bakery or corner shop in Derry-Londonderry to pick one up for yourself.

-Dulse
First recorded as having been harvested by St. Columba’s monks over 1,400 years ago, this seaweed is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and protein. Just add dulse to any cooked dish to enhance flavour, or enjoy dried as an easy snack.

-The Belfast Bap
The Belfast bap is sold in the city’s bakeries today, but was created during the Irish famine as an affordable bap by Bernard ‘Barney’ Hughes, a businessman and philanthropist. You can find a sweet tribute to it in the children’s song My Aunt Jane with the line, “half a bap with sugar on top.”

-Yellowman
Sticky and crunchy, yellowman consists of brown sugar, butter, golden syrup and vinegar. Traditionally sold at the annual fair in Ballycastle, County Antrim, this treat can be found in many places in Northern Ireland, one in particular, in the form of delicious ice-cream at the 5* Lough Erne Resort’s Catalina Restaurant.

-Tayto Cheese and OnionIn 1956, the beloved Tayto crisp was born. Established by the Hutchinson family in Tandragee, this celebrated cheese and onion recipe has stayed the same for the past 60 years. Tayto fans can visit Tayto Castle, where the famous recipe is kept in a closely guarded room, to learn about how its crisps and snacks are made, and even meet Mr Tayto himself.

-Champ
Champ is made by mashing together scallions, potatoes, salt and pepper and a good helping of butter and is usually served with sausages or boiled ham. Champ, although similar, is not to be confused with colcannon, which has the addition of kale, leeks or chives.

-Fivemiletown Goat’s Cheese
This fantastically tasty goat’s cheese can be enjoyed in a beetroot risotto at the Brewer’s House in Donaghmore near Dungannon.

-Tobacco Onions
Try these crispy, deep-fried onions at Derry~Londonderry's Exchange Restaurant, just a two-minute walk from the Walled City’s City Hotel.

-Barmbrack
Barmbrack is a fruitcake containing mixed spice and moist, dried fruit which has been soaked overnight in black tea. This much-loved Irish treat is traditionally eaten at Halloween, when an object, such as a coin or ring is added to the mixture and the person who bites into it is believed to have good luck.

-Derry Milk
Although not strictly a food, the Walled City Brewery’s Derry Milk beer is worth a mention. Hand-crafted from chocolate stout and organic cow’s milk, this drink is a pretty sweet way to end a day of foodie ventures.


IRELAND-
-Irish stew
-Coddle-bacon, sausage,potatoes and onions
-fish and chips
-Collar and cabbage-boiled bacon covered in bread crumbs and brown sugar...then baked and served with cabbage
-Boxty-potato pancake filled with meat, fish or veggies
-Champ-potatoes mashed with milk and onions
-Irish soda bread

Challenge #1049- TCF
see-https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Who? What? Where? When? Why? 2023
How? – In a cozy chair with a hot cup of cocoa and a box of bonbons!

Cub reporter: 5 books (1 from each category)
Columnist: 10 books (2 from each category)
News Anchor: 15 books (3 from each category)
Editor: 20 books (4 from each category)
Newspaper Mogul: 25 books (5 from each category)

BONUS CATEGORY:
Pulitzer Prize Winner (Newspaper Mogul plus Bonus Category) = 30 books

EXTRA BONUS CATEGORY:
Nobel Prize for Literature (Newspaper Mogul plus Pulitzer Prize + Extra Bonus) = 31 books

WHO
Protagonist is starting a new business or career
A Side Character is a dead person (ghost, skeleton, vampire, zombie…anybody who is dead)
An Animal Character that talks with the protagonist
A Villain who is introduced by Chapter 2
A Character who exercises regularly

WHAT
A color in the title
A dessert in the title
Title is at least six words
Title starts with any letter in your last name
Title is a play on words (ex: Left Fur Dead)

WHERE
Set in a New England state
Set on an island
Set in a state starting with a vowel
Set on a farm
Set on foreign soil (NOT America or England)

WHEN
Set in the 1800s or earlier
Set in the 1900s
Set during a celebration
Set during winter
Set during a holiday

WHY
(Motives)
Money/Greed
Jealousy
Revenge
“Love”
To keep a secret/cover up

BONUS CATEGORY – PULITZER PRIZE
WHO – The protagonist has an unusual pet (not dog or cat) or works with an unusual animal/insect (bees, bunny, pig, etc.)
WHAT – The title is exactly one word
WHERE – Set in a big city
WHEN – During a storm (doesn’t have to be whole story)
WHY – Accidental death

EXTRA BONUS CATEGORY – NOBEL PRIZE FOR LITERATURE
Horoscope (from on-line or a newspaper or wherever)
Pick a horoscope from the 24th of any month. Then read a book that relates to that horoscope.
Example: Horoscope says – While you may feel the urge to put on a pair of boxing gloves and duke it out with your family, try putting on an oven mitt instead. Cooking a meal or performing other domestic chores will help take your mind off your troubles with your family.
For this horoscope, you could read a book about a boxer or a chef or a baker or a maid or a butler or a cleaner, etc. Something in the book must somehow relate to the horoscope.

Rules: For this challenge – Each book can only be used once (If it fits more than 1 category – choose one – as it can only be used in 1 of the categories)
The bonus rounds are just an added challenge to kick it up a notch!
The challenge runs from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023.
You don’t have to choose your books in advance. If you do, you can change your list at any time during the year.
Books can be in any format – paper, ebooks, audio…
Crossovers with other challenges are fine.
Most of all—have fun!

Reserved

*****COMPLETED 2/8/24""""TIMELY

Challenge #1050- MW#100
MW#100 (2/24/23-2/8/24)- 350 days; last word="gazelle"; 22 words; 17 sources; .063wpd; 1.294 wps
ARROW; BULLET; CHEETAH; EAGLE; FALCON; FASTBALL; GAZELLE; GREYHOUND; HORSE; LIGHT; LION; MARLIN; ORCA; OSTRICH; RACECAR; SAILFISH; SOUND; SPACESHIP; SPRINTER; SWIFT; TRAIN; ZEBRA

Reserved

*****COMPLETED 10/19/23"- UNTIMELY
Last word= "concerto"
(3/1/23-10/21/23)-233 days; last word="concerto"; 20 words; 13 sources; ,086 wpd; 1.538wps

Challenge #1051- Booktivity
see- https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...


March 2023 Word Search Scavenger Hunt


15/15
5/5


✔beggar- p.7-Riders of the Purple Sage-"You've so much love to throw away on these beggars..." 3/22/23
✔ disaster-p. 150-Shrines of Gaiety-"They loved a disaster." 5/5/23
✔employment-p.57-Guy Mannering-"His first employment was to examine all witnesses..." 3/6/23
✔ grievance-p.75- Of Mortgages and Things-"Gerald: (with a sense of grievance) I'll say I am."-7/8/23
✔humanity-p.243-Slippery Creatures-"Some other soulless bastard who looks at humanity through a lens will..." 3/2/23
✔ Irish-p.315-Foucault's Pendulum-"......both Polaris and the Irish Fabians were accused..." 4/8/23
✔jail-p.28-Murder in Montparnasse-"Did he go to jail?..."-3/3/23
✔lonely-p.7-Murder in Montparnasse-"But as the years go on, a man becomes lonely." 3/2/23
✔midnight-p.80=Can You Forgive Her?-"...first symptoms of the effects of midnight amusements." 3/1/23
✔negotiation-p.93- Foucault's Pendulum-"The Templars...try opening negotiations with Damascus." 3/27/23
✔ prosperity-p.381-Babbitt: The 1922 Sinclair Lewis Classic Satire Novel-"...hearty fellows, these salesmen of prosperity..." 8/20/23
✔quiet-p.231-Slippery Creatures-""Quiet," Libra said." 3/1/23
✔ ripe-p.135-In September, the Light Changes-"...I hope to live to a ripe old age..." 6/1/23
✔tramps-p.18- Murder in Montparnasse-"...did not approve of grimy, bone-thin tramps soiling its marble and gold foyer, 3/3/23
✔ union-p.388-The Grapes of Wrath-"'...an' suppose you got a union?'" 7/4/23
✔auditorium-p.52-Foucault's Pendulum-"The Revolution occupied the grounds, the auditorium..." 3/22/23
✔ concerto-p.437-Foucault's Pendulum-"A concerto for two left hands?" 10/19/23
✔freelance (hyphenated is okay, too)-p.152- Agatha Raisin and the Wizard of Evesham-"...your boss wants me to do some free-lance work." 3/13/23
✔opium-p.13-Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha-"...it all had something to do with the opium trade..." - 3/16/23
✔salvation-p.68- The English Reader: What Every Literate Person Needs to Know-"...and the Protestant idea of personal salvation. was..." 3/9/23

Reserved

Challenge #1052- Wanderlust
see- https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Portugal Word Search
March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
0/45

Words
Academic
Accompany
Aperitif
Balcony
Blue and white (must be together; can be reversed)
Burning (no variations)
Ceramic
Ceremonial (no variations)
Discoveries (must be plural)
Dowry
Expensive
Exploration
Fennel
Foundation
Genre
Guitar
Hilly
Memoir
Navigator (no variations)
Old and New (both words found in same sentence)
Palace
Photograph(s)
Pipe Organ (must be together)
Port Wine (must be together)
Portugal
Procession
Prophecy
Prow
Railway
Refectory
Retiree(s) (no variations)
Ribbon(s)
Runway
Seafaring
Sepulcher ("re" spelling accepted)
Scientific
Secret
Shield
Symbol
Summer Home/Residence (must be "summer" plus a word to describe a dwelling)
Terrify(ing)
Tremor(s)
Vintage
Wicker
Work(s) of Art (must be together)

Reserved

Reserved

*****COMPLETED 8/27/23***** UNTIMELY

Challenge #1053- Wanderlust

see-https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...



Tunisia's Capital: Tunis
March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
6/6

1. The Medina
✱ Read a book tagged HISTORICAL on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book with 6, 9, or 8 in its total page count (share page count) -336p. - If This World Were Mine by E. Lynn Harris- 5/26/23-
OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in THE MEDINA.

2. Ville Nouvelle
✱ Read a book with a title that includes all the letters in NEW (any order) - Agatha Raisin and the Wizard of Evesham by M.C. Beaton-3/14/23-
OR
✱ Read a book that mentions an architectural style (i.e. gothic, art deco, colonial, etc) in its text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in VILLE NOUVELLE.

3. Bardo National Museum
✱ Read a series book #2 OR
✱ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in MOSAIC-Marsha in Liarmouth: A Feel-Bad Romance by John Waters-3/15/23
OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BARDO NATIONAL MUSEUM.

4. La Goulette
✱ Read a book set in a seaside location (tell us where)
Venice- Territorial Rights by Muriel Spark-3/15/23
OR
✱ Read a book where the MC eats seafood (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in LA GOULETTE.

5. Ancient Carthage
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in RUINS (ignore A, An or The) - Slippery Creatures by K.J. Charles-3/2/23
OR
✱ Read a book set in ancient times (before 500 AD - tell us when it was set) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ANCIENT CARTHAGE.

6. Sidi Bou Said
✱ Read a book with a primarily blue and white cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with a character that is an artist/painter (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in SIDI BOU SAID.- The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick-8/27/23

Reserved

*****COMPLETED 12/20/23***** UNTIMELY

Challenge #1054- Wanderlust

see- https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...


Discovering Portugal
March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
15/15

Day 1: Lisbon
*Read a book where a natural disaster occurs or is remembered (tell us what) OR read a book with 55 (intact) in its page count (share count).

* Read a book with a symbolic monument mentioned in the text (share text) OR read a book whose author's first and last initials can be found in TOWER OF BELEM.- Colonel Sun by Robert Markham-12/20/23

Day 2: Lisbon
*Read a book with a predominantly blue and/or white cover (post cover) OR read a book with an MC whose first name begins with a letter found in AZULEJOS.-Sharon in Double by Marcia Muller-2/8/23-

*Read a book tagged ADVENTURE on its GR Homepage or one where the MC embarks on a big adventure (tell us what)- all the main characters embark on a big adventure....leaving Oklahoma for a new life in California in The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck-7/9/23-
OR read a book where music is important to the plot (tell us why).

Day 3: Sintra
*Read a book that features construction of some sort (briefly share details) OR read a book where the MC is retired or is over 66 years old (the age at which a Portuguese can retire).

*Read a book set during the summer (tell us when) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PALACIO NATIONAL DE PENA (3 word minimum).- A Cut Above by Judi Lynn-4/1/23 -

Day 4: Mafra and Obidos
*Read a book with a large building on the cover (post cover) OR read a book whose title begins with a letter found in MAFRA (ignore A, An or The).- The Meltdown by Jeff Kinney-7/7/23

*Read a book set in Middle Ages (between 476 and 1492; tell us when)-1300's- The Albigenses, a Romance: Volume IV by Charles Maturin-5/12/23
OR read a book where the MC is married.

✔Day 5: Coimbra
*Read a book set in a university or school OR read a book by an author who has written at least 8 books (be sure to include the author's GR link).- Wrecking Ball by Jeff Kinney-

*Read a book with the word OLD or NEW in its title OR read a book where the MC visits a graveyard or burial site (briefly share details).- in Trouble in Nuala by Harriet Steel- 3/2/23, the MC, Detective De Silva visits a church graveyard checking on the story of a potential murder suspect.

Day 6: Porto
*Read a book with a bridge on the cover (post cover) OR read a book set in place whose name begins with a letter found in PORTUS CALE (tell us where).-England- Agatha Raisin and the Wizard of Evesham by M.C. Beaton-3/14/23

*Read a book where a wine is mentioned by its name or type (Port, Chardonnay, etc. - share text) -p.20--Murder in Montparnasse by Kerry Greenwood-3/13/23-"...Madame ordered a strengthening dinner and a whole bottle of good Cote du Rhone." 3/3/23
OR read a book where something important to the plot is protected (explain briefly why).

Day 7: Braga and Guimaräes
*Read a book tagged RELIGION or CHRISTIAN on its GR homepage OR read a book where a secret is important to the plot (briefly share details).-Two factions seek a hidden document...it's contents are a secret in Slippery Creatures by K.J. Charles-3/2/23

*Read a book with a royal character (tell us who) OR read a book published after 2001 (share publication year). pub. 2022- Agatha Raisin and the Wizard of Evesham by M.C. Beaton-3/14/23

Day 8: Evora and Algarve
*Read a series book #2 OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in CROMLECH OF ALMENDRES (3 word minimum).

* Read a book with a ship or boat on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with an MC whose first name begins with a letter found in ALGARVE.- Robert Leaver in Territorial Rights by Muriel Spark-3/15/23-

Day 9: Madeira
* Read a book set on an island (tell us where) - most of the short stories are set on the islands of Fire Island, Manhattan and Key West in In September, the Light Changes by Andrew Holleran-6/6/23
OR read a book where a national sport or famous sportsman is mentioned (share text).

* Read a book where the MC visits a popular tourist destination (tell us where) OR read a book whose author's first and last initials can be found in ILHAS SELVAGENS.- If This World Were Mine by E. Lynn Harris- 5/26/23-

Day 10: Azores
*Read a book in a series that has at least 14 books --Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha by Dorothy Gilman-3/19/23
OR read a book where the MC is influenced by someone (explain briefly what happens).

*Read a book where the word VOLCANO is mentioned (share text) OR read a book whose title contains all the letters found in WHALE (in any order).

Reserved

Challenge #1055- Wanderlust
see-https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Lucky Charms
March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
0/9

1. Four-Leaf Clover
Four-leaf clovers are an ancient Irish symbol of luck. Among the Celtic, it was a common belief that finding one would help people see fairies and avoid their mischief, a common source of bad luck. Though the odds of finding a four-leaf clover is allegedly 1 in 10,000, which is probably why it’s considered so lucky. Some legends attribute the four leaves to faith, hope, love, and luck; while others say they'll bring fame, wealth, health, and faithful love. According to Irish Catholic tradition, the shamrock leaves represent the holy trinity. One for the father, one for the son, one for the holy spirit and the fourth for god’s grace.

🍀 Read a series book #4 OR read a book with cover that is mostly green (post cover).

2. Horseshoe
Horseshoes have various legends from different cultures attributing lucky powers to them. They can even be found in Islamic art and Egyptian iconography. But the most notable legend attributes lucky horseshoes to Saint Dunstan, a English bishop from the 10th century. Dunstan was said to have nailed a horseshoe to the Devil's foot when he was asked to re-shoe the Devil's cloven hoof. This caused the Devil great pain, and Dunstan only agreed to remove the shoe and release the Devil after he promised never to enter a place where a horseshoe is nailed over the door.

🍀 Read a book with a title that includes the word DEVIL('S) OR read a book that includes the word HORSESHOE in the text (share text).

3. Hamsa
The Hamsa Hand is common in both Jewish and Muslim communities in the Middle East. It is a sign of good luck and protection against negative energy. Depending on the culture, the symbol of the hand bears different meanings. The word “hamsa” references the number five in Hebrew and is said to symbolize the five books of the Torah. In Islam, the five fingers are associated with the Five Pillars of Islam. The eye on the hand represents an eye that sees everything and watches out for the beholder.

🍀 Read a book in which religion is an important part of the story (share how) OR read a book that takes place in the Middle East (tell us where).

4. Nazar
The Nazar, or evil eye, is an amulet for protection against those without good intentions. The origin of the Nazar hails from Turkey and its neighboring countries. It is usually a beaded, blue jewel that is worn or used on personal items for protection. Unlike the Hamsa, the Nazar has no religious significance. Because of this, it has become popular in countries all over the world.

🍀 Read a book with an eye shown prominently on the cover (post cover) OR read a book where the MC needs protection (tell us why).

5. Cornicello
Italy has their own ancient charm to protect against the "evil eye" and bad luck in general. It is an Italian horn known as a cornicello. It is a common good luck symbol and also believed to promote fertility, virility and to maintain happiness in marriage. Historians differ on the inspiration for the horn shape, most pointing to the African eland horn. It is also linked to Greek and Roman mythology as a symbol of fertility and the earth after Zeus broke a horn from a goat. Over time, the cornicello has become very stylized and is often worn as jewelry made of gold, silver, bone, or red coral. Many are topped with a crown that signifies wealth.

🍀 Read a book that features a married couple as the main characters (tell us who) OR read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in CORNICELLO.

6. Dreamcatcher
Dreamcatchers come from Native American lore. Looking like a web or net stretched over a loop and decorated with bright beads and feathers, they are meant to catch bad dreams as they enter a household. By capturing these disturbing dreams, they make the owner happier, more balanced, and luckier. Legend has it that when the sun rises, the bad dreams caught in the dream catcher dissolve, as they cannot survive daylight. The Chippewa, or Ojibwa, Native Americans originally designed these dream catchers to help protect their children and is associated with the Asibikaashi, or Spider Woman. She was the caretaker of all children in Ojibwa legend.

🍀 Read a book with an important character that is Native American OR read a book where the MC has trouble sleeping or has nightmares (tell us which).

7. Dala Horse
The Dala Horse of Sweden is hugely significant in Swedish culture and identity. Known in Swedish as Dalahäst, it embodies a shared history of man and beast in the Scandinavian landscape that has endured for more than two millennia. Horses were considered a holy animal, worshiped by pagan cults and considered a prestigious partner by medieval knights. These talismans were names for the Swedish province of Dalarna, where the first horse statuette was crafted. Today, these beautiful horses are a symbol of good luck and thought to bring strength and dignity. It is also recognized as the unofficial symbol of Sweden.

🍀 Read a book by a Swedish author or that takes place in Sweden OR read a book with an MC who in an artist or crafts person (tell us which).

8. Rabbit Foot
A rabbit’s foot is known worldwide as a good luck symbol. Countries such as England, Spain, China and the US are among the many that recognize this global talisman. Numerous websites trace the belief to ancient Celts who believed rabbits, being creatures that burrow into the Earth, could communicate directly with gods and spirits. Others attribute the charm to “African American magical traditions” and the witty character of B’rer Rabbit, known to use his brain to overcome adversity. Rabbits are legendary for their good luck vibe. Many in Britain and North America are known to speak the words "rabbit, rabbit" aloud upon waking on the first day of a month, to ensure good luck for the remaining days.

🍀 Read a book with a title that includes a double OO or two words that are the same OR read book originally published on the first day of any month (share publication date).

9. Other Lucky Animals
Animals are a common good luck symbol across many cultures. The famous Maneki Neko cat statue of Japan, characterized by its waving or "beckoning" paw, is believed to bring prosperity to shop owners and households. The Chinese Jin Chan, or “Money Toad”, sits on a pile of money and brings with it success, wealth and prosperity. In Germany, pigs are considered lucky and are given as tokens to wish friends and family a happy and lucky New Year. Elephants are a common good luck symbol across Asia, symbolizing wisdom, power, strength, and stability. Even insects have their lucky co-partners. Crickets, ladybugs and scarabs have been considered lucky for centuries.

🍀 Read a book tagged ANIMALS on its GR Homepage OR read a book where an animal plays an important role in the story line (briefly share how).

Reserved

Challenge #1056- Wanderlust
see- https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Discover the World: Connections
March 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024
Globe Trotter 0/12
Countries 0/6


The connections we will be making are based on the LAST LETTER of your title, connecting to the FIRST LETTER of your next title. You can CHOOSE to use OR ignore the articles (A, An or The) for each connection, depending on what works best to make the connection.

BUT!!! THERE IS A DISCOVERY CHALLENGE TWIST!! You have a set number of books you must read that take place in DIFFERENT COUNTRIES, the number depending on your level of participation. You do have a year to complete the challenge, so jump in and give it a try! And if it takes longer than a year, no worries!

Choose Your Level of Participation:
Tourist: 6-8 Connecting Books (representing at least 4 countries)
Explorer: 9-11 Connecting Books (representing at least 5 countries)
Globe Trotter: 12+ Connecting Books (representing at least 6 countries)

Here's a starting example:
First book (Australia): Earthly Delights (S)
Second book (Tibet): Sky Burial: An Epic Love Story of Tibet (T)
Third Book (Greece): A Terrible Beauty (Y)
Fourth Book (England*): Yesterday's Sun (N) ETC.

*Helpful Note About the UK: To make things easier for the this challenge, the countries that make up the UK will be considered separate countries.


Challenge Rules: All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more.


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4.
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11.
12

Reserved

Challenge #1057-TCF
see- https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Bonus Scavenger Hunt: March 1 - April 30


Most items are pretty general, but some are specific. If in doubt about an item – just ask! I try to be pretty flexible on most of these, since I want everyone to have fun. They may be on the cover or mentioned in the book.

The Rules:
• List the sentence in which the word (or phrase) is found and its location in the book.
• You may use a book (or even a single sentence) to fulfill multiple items (you do not have to read separate 40 books for this challenge!)
• Books that are used must be read after the period of this challenge has started.

The list
Archive
Backstab
Blackjack
Buttons
Chiropractor
Cocoon
Condiment
Container
Discreet
Fuzzy
Grimace
Idol
Impeccable
Karma
Landlord/lady
Magic
Maple
Nauseated
Obsess
Oily
Old-fashioned
Phrase
Porridge
Precious
Publisher
Quilt
Reflect
Relic
Rookie
Sail
Slumber
Sprinkler
Steel
Stitch
Street
Tax
Transparent
Treason
Waltz
Whisky

Reserved

Challenge #1058- MW#101

ADVANTAGE; BACK; BANANA; KICK; BEAT; BREAK; CENTER; CICLE; CHARGE; CHEST; TRAP; CLEAR; DEFENDERS; FAKE; FORWARD; LINE; FOUL; FREE; HOOK; LOFT; OFFSIDE; PENALTY; SCORE; SHOOTING; SHUTOUT

Reserved

*****COMPLETED***** TIMELY

-MW#102 (3/2/23-7/23/23)-144 days; last word= "vineyard"; 11 sources; 27 words; 2.455 wps' .188 wpd

Challenge #1059- MW#102

ANTIQUE; BED; BELL; BREAKFAST; CASUAL; CHARMING; CONCIERGE; COTTAGE; CYPRESS; DINING; EUROPE; FLORENCE; FESCO; HALLS; HEDGES; HILLS; OLIVE; TREES; PARLOR; PIAZZA; QUAINT; RUSTIC; TILES; VIEW; VINEYARD; WINE; CELLAR

RESERVED

*****COMPLETED 8/21/23*****

Challenge #1060-Wanderlust

see- https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...



Vatican Capital: Vatican City
April 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
6/6

1. St. Peter's Square and Basilica
✱ Read a series book #4 OR
✱ Read a book with a title that includes all the letters in DOME- The Meltdown by Jeff Kinney-7/7/23 (any order) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ST. PETER'S SQUARE AND BASILICA.

2. Musei Vaticani (Vatican Museums)
✱ Read a book with an MC who is an artist or works for a museum (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a long book (more than 400 pages; share number of pages) 624p.- Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman-6/16/23
OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MUSEI VATICANI.

3. Vatican Apostolic Library
✱ Read a book where a library is important to the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book by a prolific author who has written at least 8 books (please include the author's GR link) - The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck-7/9/23-
OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in VATICAN APOSTOLIC LIBRARY.

4. Giardini Vaticani (Vatican Gardens)
✱ Read a book that was meditative or inspirational (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in LEONINE WALLS (ignore A, An or The) - If This World Were Mine by E. Lynn Harris- 5/26/23-
OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GIARDINI VATICANI.

5. Pontifical Swiss Guard
✱ Read a book with a character who is or was a soldier (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book with a male MC who is between 18 and 30 years old (tell how how old) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PONTIFICAL SWISS GUARD.- Triggerfish Twist by Tim Dorsey-7/21/23

6. Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano
✱ Read a book set in Italy (bonus if set in Rome or Vatican City) OR
✱ Read a book with a heavily decorated or colored cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BASILICA OF SAN GIOVANNI IN LATERANO- Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis-8/21/23

RESERVED

Challenge #1061-Wanderlust

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Fifty Nifty US States: Idaho
April 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
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1. Number: 43rd State to Join the Union
* Read a series book #4 or #3 OR read a book with a total page count that includes 4 or 3 (share count).

2. State Animal (Mammal): Appaloosa Horse
* Read a book with a title that starts with the letter A or H (ignore A, An or The).

3. State Bird: Mountain Bluebird
* Read a book with a predominantly BLUE cover (post cover).

4. State Flower: Syringa
* Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in SYRINGA (share name).

5. State Tree: Western White Pine
* Read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in WESTERN WHITE PINE.

6. Official State Nickname: The Gem State
* Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE GEM STATE. (2 Word Minimum)

7. Popular Attraction: Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve
* Read a book showing the moon on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with a title that has at least 6 words in it (subtitles count).

8. Must Try Food: Baked Potato or French Fries
* Read a book with the word POTATO found in the text OR read a book where the MC eats french fries (include text for both).

9. Weird Fact: Home to the World's Only B&B Shaped Like a Beagle
As a homage to kooky roadside attractions, husband and wife artists decided to build a bed and breakfast shaped like a giant beagle. Located on Highway 95 in Cottonwood, the quirky Dog Bark Park Inn features dog-themed decor as well as a gift shop featuring the couples’ chainsaw art. A sign at the entrance to the giant beagle reads “a noble and absurd undertaking". That's for sure!
* Read a book with an MC who owns a dog (share dog's name) OR read a book set in a B&B, inn or hotel (share name of establishment).

10. Optional Bonus Task
* Read a book that takes place in Idaho

Reserved

Challenge1062- Wanderlust
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*****COMPLETED 2.23.25***** TIMELY

One Island, Many Queens
April 1, 2023 to Completion
12/12

1. Boudica (I century)
✱ Read a book with a female MC (tell us her name) -Karnie Cleaver in A Cut Above by Judi Lynn-4/1/23
OR read a book tagged FANTASY or FOLKLORE on its GR homepage.

2. Empress Maude (c. 1102-1167)
✱ Read a book where there is a conflict in the plot (it doesn't have to be a war; tell us briefly what happens) OR read a book whose title starts with a letter found in MAUDE (ignore A, An or The).- The Albigenses, a Romance: Volume IV by Charles Maturin-5/12/23

3. Eleanor of Aquitaine (c.1122-1204)
✱ Read a book with a wealthy character (tell us who)- the MC, Phryne Fisher, is very wealthy in -Death by Water by Kerry Greenwood-1/24/24
OR read a book whose author's first and last name can be found in ELEANOR OF AQUITAINE.

4. The Six Wives of Henry VIII
✱ Read a series book numbered 1 through 6 (tell us which) Series #4- Triggerfish Twist by Tim Dorsey-7/21/23
OR read a book where a marriage ends (by separation, divorce, or death) .

5. Mary I Tudor (1516-1558)
✱ Read a book with blood on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with a MC whose is very religious (briefly share details).-Joan of Arc is one of the characters in Henry VI, Part 1 by William Shakespeare-6/16/24-

6. Elizabeth I Tudor (1533-1603)
✱ Read a book written by an author whose first name is ELIZABETH (or any variation of it) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE VIRGIN QUEEN (two word minimum).- -Time Regained by Marcel Proust- 2/23/25

7. Mary I Stuart, Queen of Scotland (1542-1587)
✱ Read a book set in France or Scotland (tell us where) OR read a book where several of the characters are relatives (tell us who and their relationship). Greg Heffley and his Mom, Dad and two brothers in The Meltdown by Jeff Kinney-7/7/23

8. Mary II Stuart (1562-1694)
✱ Read a book with 1, 6 or 8 in its total count page (share count) -Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman-6/16/23-624p.
OR read a book where a married couple run a business together or work together to complete a major project (briefly share details).

9. Anne Stuart (1665-1714)
✱ Read a book set in the United Kingdom (tell us where) OR read a book where someone is pregnant or a birth occurs (tell us which).- Rose-a-Sharon is pregnant for most of the novel in The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck-7/9/23-

10. Queen Victoria (1819-1901)
✱ Read a book set during the Victorian Age OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in GRANDMOTHER OF EUROPE (three words minimum).- Of Mortgages and Things by Dermot O'Hanlon-10/6/23

11. Elizabeth II (1926-2022)
✱ Read a large book (more than 400 pages; share page number) OR read a book whose title starts with a letter found in WINDSOR (ignore A, An or The).- If This World Were Mine by E. Lynn Harris- 5/26/23-

12. Future Queens
✱ Read a book with a lone female figure on the cover (post cover)- -Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George-7/27-23-
OR read a book that takes place in the future (tell us when)

RESERVED

Challenge #1063-CCC

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Just discovered this...so, starting today March 31...and will use June 30, 2023 as my target date to finish.


2023 TREASURE HUNT #1
DURATION: Feb. 1 - May 31, 2023

The challenge : Choose your level and find that number of words from the list below in the books you've read during the challenge period. Different forms of the word are acceptable (i.e., plurals, tenses, nouns to adjectives, etc). There is no limit to the number of words you can find in each book.

Remember to post the sentence in which you found the word and its location within the book (page number or ebook location).

LEVELS :
BEGINNER : 25 words
AMATEUR : 50 words
SERIOUS : 75 words
MASTER : 100 words
150p. min.

WORD LIST
abolish
accent
acceptable
acquaintance
allowance
apathy
arrest
article
attention
attitude
ballot
belt
bless
bloody
border
brink
build
burst
camp
chaos
circulation
clear
clinic
collar
comfortable
compliance
convince
corpse
crime
culture
daughter
denial
density
deter
direction
doctor
dynamic
endorse
equinox
exploration
exposure
ferry
fossil
fountain
freckle
garbage
generation
genuine
governor
harsh
history
hunter
ignorance
inhabitant
interference
litigation
mature
meeting
monarch
musical
neighbor
offspring
operational
original
orthodox
parachute
period
promote
protest
publicity
quarter
rare
reduction
refund
regard
reliable
remark
reproduction
responsibility
route
rugby
satisfied
shatter
shock
species
spend
stake
stall
strength
style
subway
summit
systematic
tasty
update
useful
variable
wheat
workshop
yard

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