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Lisa A's Stellar Cosmic Challenge
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Symbols:
Aries – Ram
- Dodge, a North American vehicle manufacturer, makes a model of truck called “Ram”. Read a book where a truck is on the cover, or the protagonist drives a truck.
Taurus – Bull
- Read a book from this list: https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1..., OR where “western” is listed on the main book page as a main genre. In your personal thread report, list the page number where the book is found if it was selected from the list.
Gemini – Twins
- Read a book that has more than one title. For example, we recently read The Warded Man/The Painted Man. In your personal thread report, link both titles with the edition you read linked first.
Cancer – Crab
- These are the names of common crab varieties: Coconut, Hermit, Horseshoe, King, Japanese Spider, Dungeness, Rock, Snow, Blue, or Fiddler Crab. Read a book with any of those words (other than “crab”) in the title. I’ll get crabby if you try to sneak “Crab” in. Plurals are accepted.
Leo – Lion
- Read a book that is set entirely in Africa.
Virgo – Maiden
- Read a book where the protagonist is a girl or young woman under the age of 20 and is unmarried.
Libra – Scales
- The scales of justice: Read a legal thriller using this Genre page as a tool https://www.goodreads.com/genres/lega.... Explain how your book fits this genre.
Scorpio – Scorpion
- When I think of scorpions, I think of poison. Read a book that has “Poison” in the title (may be imbedded in other words like poisoner, poisonwood, poisoning), OR contains the name of a poison (arsenic, oleander, etc) in the title, OR has a bottle of poison on the cover. If using a name of a poison, please provide link to definition that it is a poison in your personal thread report.
Sagittarius – Archer
- We grew up on John Wayne and cowboys and Indians shooting bows and arrows. It was a pretty skewed form of tv and movie entertainment. There are a lot of great Native American authors and fiction available today to set things right. Read a book that is written by a Native American author or about Native American culture.
Capricorn – Goat
- Do you ever hear the tale of The Three Billy Goat Gruff? It’s a Norwegian Folk Tale. http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/type0122e.h.... Read a book that is shelved as Scandinavian Literature using this genre page as a tool: https://www.goodreads.com/genres/scan...
Explain how your book fits this genre.
Aquarius – Water-bearer
- Read a book that has an urn, jug, or other vessel used for holding water on the cover. (Glasses, cups, mugs are accepted).
Pisces – fish
- Time to go fishing! Read a book set near or on a lake or river, OR the words Lake or River are in the title, or is the author’s name. If going for title or author, the words must be exact. Plurals will be accepted.
Elements:
(TinEye Labs: http://labs.tineye.com/color/)
Aries – Fire
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is red.
Taurus – Earth
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is black.
Gemini – Air
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is white.
Cancer – Water
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is blue.
Leo – Fire
- Read a book with a significant amount of fire on the cover.
Virgo – Earth
- Read a book with an Earth-like planet on the cover.
Libra – Air
- Read a book with a significant amount of clouds on the cover.
Scorpio – Water
- Read a book with a significant amount of water on the cover.
Sagittarius – Fire
- Read a book with “Fire” in the title. Exact word.
Capricorn – Earth
- Read a book with “Earth” in the title. Exact word.
Aquarius – Air
- Read a book with “Air” in the title. Exact word.
Pisces – Water
- Read a book with “Water” in the title. Exact word.
North American Zodiac:
Aries – Falcon
- Falconry is a sport that was widely practiced throughout the world and throughout the ages. It was believed to have started in Mesopotamia. Read a book set primarily in Iraq, Syria, or Turkey.
Taurus – Beaver
- The beaver is Canada’s national symbol. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Canada, or written by a Canadian author.
Gemini – Deer
- Whenever I think of deer, I remember my trip to Scotland and the beautiful Red Deer there. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Scotland, or written by a Scottish author.
Cancer – Woodpecker
- The greatest diversity of Woodpeckers is found in South America. Read a book set primarily in a South American country, or by a South American author.
Leo – Salmon
- Salmon are native to North America tributaries that run into the Pacific Ocean. Read a book that is set in the Pacific Northwest (coastal Oregon, Washington, British Columbia).
Virgo – Bear
- The Polar Bear is native to the Arctic Circle. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Russia, or written by a Russian author.
Libra – Raven
- I found an extinct specifies of raven – the New Zealand Raven which was native to both the South and North Island, but has been extinct since the 16th century. Read a book that is set primarily in New Zealand or is written by a New Zealand author.
Scorpio – Snake
- Australia is home to some of the world’s most deadliest snakes. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Australia, or written by an Australian author.
Sagittarius – Owl
- From Wikipedia, “the modern West generally associates owls with wisdom. This link goes back at least as far as Ancient Greece, where Athena, Athens' patron goddess and the goddess of wisdom, had the owl as a symbol”. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Greece or Crete, or written by a Greek author.
Capricorn – Snow Goose
- Snow Geese migrate every year to their winter grounds. Concentrated areas appear to be Kansas, New Mexico, Texas, and Mexico. Migrate like the birds and read a book set primarily in one of those areas.
Aquarius – Otter
- The Sea Otter is probably the most widely known otter with their cute antics. The European Otter is less well known and are found, needless to say, in Europe. Unfortunately, the population has been wiped out of Switzerland and the Netherlands years ago. Read a book set primarily in Switzerland or the Netherlands, or by Swiss or Dutch authors.
Pisces – Wolf
-Read a book set primarily in Alberta, Montana, Idaho, or Wyoming.
Stone:
Aries – Opal
- A famous opal called “The Burning of Troy” was owned by the Empress Josephine, first wife of Napoleon I. Read a book set between 1750 and 1850.
Taurus – Jasper
- Jasper is a very healing stone. It is thought to promote healing during illness or hospitalization. Read a book where illness (mental, emotional or physical) is a major theme.
Gemini – Agate
- Agate is an excellent material for cameos as the contrast between the different layers is used to heighten the relief. Read a book with a face in profile on the cover. (An actual cameo ok)
Cancer – Rose Quartz
- Read a book with a rose(s) on the cover, or the cover is 75% pink in colour.
Leo – Carnelian
- Over 4500 years ago, Egyptians were making Carnelian jewelry. Read a book set in Ancient Egypt.
Virgo – Amethyst
- The deep purple colour of amethyst is the colour of royalty. Read a book where the main character is a king, queen, prince, or princess.
Libra – Azurite
- Painters used to add Azurite to their paint for it’s brilliant colour. It is used as a colour base in some paints. Read a book set in the Renaissance period from 1400 – 1700.
Scorpio – Copper
- Copper is a metal, not a stone. Read a book with a metal weapon or tool on the cover.
Sagittarius – Obsidian
- Obsidian is formed when molten lava cools very quickly. Read a book set in Hawaii.
Capricorn – Quartz
- Quartz crystals have been used in clock and watch making since the early 1920’s. Read a time-travel book. The words “Time Travel” must be on the main book page as a genre.
Aquarius – Turquoise
- The Navajos believe the blue stones are magical pieces that fall from the sky. Read a book where the main theme is magic.
Pisces – Jade
- How can you talk about Jade without talking about China? Read a book set in China.
Superheroes:
Aries – Ares
- Ares’ team affiliation is the Olympians. Read a book shelved as mythology, or has the word “God” in the title. Plurals are accepted.
Taurus – Rhino
- Rhino’s alignment is “bad”. Read a book with Villain in the title. Series titles are included for this task.
Gemini – Copycat
- Copycat is a mutant from the X-men. Read a book from the dystopian genre, or set in the future. The word “Dystopia” needs to be listed as a genre on the main book page.
Cancer – Sandman
- I know it’s not the same Sandman, but read a book in the horror genre. The word “Horror” needs to be listed on the main book page.
Leo – Kraven the Hunter
- One of Kraven’s powers is longevity. Read a book where the main character is over 60 years old.
Virgo – Rogue
- One of Rogue’s aliases is Anna Raven. Read a book with bird(s) on the cover OR the word “Raven” is in the title. Plurals are accepted.
Libra – Judge Dredd
- His first appearance was in 2000 AD No.2 (March 5, 1977). Read a book set between 1977 and 2000.
Scorpio – Anti-Venom
- Read a book that is a stand-alone book in the Science Fiction genre.
Sagittarius – Hawkeye
- Hawkeye will be in two new movies in 2018 – Read a new release in 2018, never previously published.
Capricorn – Cannonball
Read a book about the American Civil War, or about the Napoleonic War.
Aquarius – Aquaman
Read a book with Atlantis or Poseidon in the title
Pisces – Siren
Read a book with “siren” or banshee, harpy, kelpie, mermaid, nymph, and rusalka in the title.
Actors by Sign:
For each zodiac sign, select a movie the actor performed in.
Aries – Tim Curry; Gemini – Johnny Depp
Cancer – Meryl Streep;Libra – Viggo Mortenson
~~For My Reference~~
General Rules:
1. You must read 12 different books, one from each zodiac sign. Each book is exclusive to one task. You may not repeat tasks.
2. You may not combine books with the Monthly Challenge.
3. The challenge is from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018. If you are late starting the challenge, you may not count books prior to your start date.
4. Books must be at least 175 pages long. They may be any format (audiobook, ebook, hardcover/paperback). In the case of ebooks & audiobooks, use the hardcover edition to determine page length.
5. Books may be any genre unless specified in a task.
6. If a task refers to the title, the subtitle or series title doesn’t count unless specified in a task.
7. If a task refers to the cover, it will be based on the cover of the issue you read.
Reporting:
Badge 1, Book (insert #)
Zodiac Sign:
Category:
Task:
How It Fits:
Book Link:
Rating:
Requesting a badge:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Sample:
Badge One completed
1. Aries, Month - March, The Violets of March
2. Taurus, Actor - Audrey Hepburn, War and Peace
3. ….. continuing to 12.
~~For My Reference~~
Aries – Ram
- Dodge, a North American vehicle manufacturer, makes a model of truck called “Ram”. Read a book where a truck is on the cover, or the protagonist drives a truck.
Taurus – Bull
- Read a book from this list: https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1..., OR where “western” is listed on the main book page as a main genre. In your personal thread report, list the page number where the book is found if it was selected from the list.
Gemini – Twins
- Read a book that has more than one title. For example, we recently read The Warded Man/The Painted Man. In your personal thread report, link both titles with the edition you read linked first.
Cancer – Crab
- These are the names of common crab varieties: Coconut, Hermit, Horseshoe, King, Japanese Spider, Dungeness, Rock, Snow, Blue, or Fiddler Crab. Read a book with any of those words (other than “crab”) in the title. I’ll get crabby if you try to sneak “Crab” in. Plurals are accepted.
Leo – Lion
- Read a book that is set entirely in Africa.
Virgo – Maiden
- Read a book where the protagonist is a girl or young woman under the age of 20 and is unmarried.
Libra – Scales
- The scales of justice: Read a legal thriller using this Genre page as a tool https://www.goodreads.com/genres/lega.... Explain how your book fits this genre.
Scorpio – Scorpion
- When I think of scorpions, I think of poison. Read a book that has “Poison” in the title (may be imbedded in other words like poisoner, poisonwood, poisoning), OR contains the name of a poison (arsenic, oleander, etc) in the title, OR has a bottle of poison on the cover. If using a name of a poison, please provide link to definition that it is a poison in your personal thread report.
Sagittarius – Archer
- We grew up on John Wayne and cowboys and Indians shooting bows and arrows. It was a pretty skewed form of tv and movie entertainment. There are a lot of great Native American authors and fiction available today to set things right. Read a book that is written by a Native American author or about Native American culture.
Capricorn – Goat
- Do you ever hear the tale of The Three Billy Goat Gruff? It’s a Norwegian Folk Tale. http://www.pitt.edu/~dash/type0122e.h.... Read a book that is shelved as Scandinavian Literature using this genre page as a tool: https://www.goodreads.com/genres/scan...
Explain how your book fits this genre.
Aquarius – Water-bearer
- Read a book that has an urn, jug, or other vessel used for holding water on the cover. (Glasses, cups, mugs are accepted).
Pisces – fish
- Time to go fishing! Read a book set near or on a lake or river, OR the words Lake or River are in the title, or is the author’s name. If going for title or author, the words must be exact. Plurals will be accepted.
Elements:
(TinEye Labs: http://labs.tineye.com/color/)
Aries – Fire
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is red.
Taurus – Earth
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is black.
Gemini – Air
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is white.
Cancer – Water
- Read a book where 70% of the cover is blue.
Leo – Fire
- Read a book with a significant amount of fire on the cover.
Virgo – Earth
- Read a book with an Earth-like planet on the cover.
Libra – Air
- Read a book with a significant amount of clouds on the cover.
Scorpio – Water
- Read a book with a significant amount of water on the cover.
Sagittarius – Fire
- Read a book with “Fire” in the title. Exact word.
Capricorn – Earth
- Read a book with “Earth” in the title. Exact word.
Aquarius – Air
- Read a book with “Air” in the title. Exact word.
Pisces – Water
- Read a book with “Water” in the title. Exact word.
North American Zodiac:
Aries – Falcon
- Falconry is a sport that was widely practiced throughout the world and throughout the ages. It was believed to have started in Mesopotamia. Read a book set primarily in Iraq, Syria, or Turkey.
Taurus – Beaver
- The beaver is Canada’s national symbol. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Canada, or written by a Canadian author.
Gemini – Deer
- Whenever I think of deer, I remember my trip to Scotland and the beautiful Red Deer there. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Scotland, or written by a Scottish author.
Cancer – Woodpecker
- The greatest diversity of Woodpeckers is found in South America. Read a book set primarily in a South American country, or by a South American author.
Leo – Salmon
- Salmon are native to North America tributaries that run into the Pacific Ocean. Read a book that is set in the Pacific Northwest (coastal Oregon, Washington, British Columbia).
Virgo – Bear
- The Polar Bear is native to the Arctic Circle. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Russia, or written by a Russian author.
Libra – Raven
- I found an extinct specifies of raven – the New Zealand Raven which was native to both the South and North Island, but has been extinct since the 16th century. Read a book that is set primarily in New Zealand or is written by a New Zealand author.
Scorpio – Snake
- Australia is home to some of the world’s most deadliest snakes. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Australia, or written by an Australian author.
Sagittarius – Owl
- From Wikipedia, “the modern West generally associates owls with wisdom. This link goes back at least as far as Ancient Greece, where Athena, Athens' patron goddess and the goddess of wisdom, had the owl as a symbol”. Read a book where the majority of it is set in Greece or Crete, or written by a Greek author.
Capricorn – Snow Goose
- Snow Geese migrate every year to their winter grounds. Concentrated areas appear to be Kansas, New Mexico, Texas, and Mexico. Migrate like the birds and read a book set primarily in one of those areas.
Aquarius – Otter
- The Sea Otter is probably the most widely known otter with their cute antics. The European Otter is less well known and are found, needless to say, in Europe. Unfortunately, the population has been wiped out of Switzerland and the Netherlands years ago. Read a book set primarily in Switzerland or the Netherlands, or by Swiss or Dutch authors.
Pisces – Wolf
-Read a book set primarily in Alberta, Montana, Idaho, or Wyoming.
Stone:
Aries – Opal
- A famous opal called “The Burning of Troy” was owned by the Empress Josephine, first wife of Napoleon I. Read a book set between 1750 and 1850.
Taurus – Jasper
- Jasper is a very healing stone. It is thought to promote healing during illness or hospitalization. Read a book where illness (mental, emotional or physical) is a major theme.
Gemini – Agate
- Agate is an excellent material for cameos as the contrast between the different layers is used to heighten the relief. Read a book with a face in profile on the cover. (An actual cameo ok)
Cancer – Rose Quartz
- Read a book with a rose(s) on the cover, or the cover is 75% pink in colour.
Leo – Carnelian
- Over 4500 years ago, Egyptians were making Carnelian jewelry. Read a book set in Ancient Egypt.
Virgo – Amethyst
- The deep purple colour of amethyst is the colour of royalty. Read a book where the main character is a king, queen, prince, or princess.
Libra – Azurite
- Painters used to add Azurite to their paint for it’s brilliant colour. It is used as a colour base in some paints. Read a book set in the Renaissance period from 1400 – 1700.
Scorpio – Copper
- Copper is a metal, not a stone. Read a book with a metal weapon or tool on the cover.
Sagittarius – Obsidian
- Obsidian is formed when molten lava cools very quickly. Read a book set in Hawaii.
Capricorn – Quartz
- Quartz crystals have been used in clock and watch making since the early 1920’s. Read a time-travel book. The words “Time Travel” must be on the main book page as a genre.
Aquarius – Turquoise
- The Navajos believe the blue stones are magical pieces that fall from the sky. Read a book where the main theme is magic.
Pisces – Jade
- How can you talk about Jade without talking about China? Read a book set in China.
Superheroes:
Aries – Ares
- Ares’ team affiliation is the Olympians. Read a book shelved as mythology, or has the word “God” in the title. Plurals are accepted.
Taurus – Rhino
- Rhino’s alignment is “bad”. Read a book with Villain in the title. Series titles are included for this task.
Gemini – Copycat
- Copycat is a mutant from the X-men. Read a book from the dystopian genre, or set in the future. The word “Dystopia” needs to be listed as a genre on the main book page.
Cancer – Sandman
- I know it’s not the same Sandman, but read a book in the horror genre. The word “Horror” needs to be listed on the main book page.
Leo – Kraven the Hunter
- One of Kraven’s powers is longevity. Read a book where the main character is over 60 years old.
Virgo – Rogue
- One of Rogue’s aliases is Anna Raven. Read a book with bird(s) on the cover OR the word “Raven” is in the title. Plurals are accepted.
Libra – Judge Dredd
- His first appearance was in 2000 AD No.2 (March 5, 1977). Read a book set between 1977 and 2000.
Scorpio – Anti-Venom
- Read a book that is a stand-alone book in the Science Fiction genre.
Sagittarius – Hawkeye
- Hawkeye will be in two new movies in 2018 – Read a new release in 2018, never previously published.
Capricorn – Cannonball
Read a book about the American Civil War, or about the Napoleonic War.
Aquarius – Aquaman
Read a book with Atlantis or Poseidon in the title
Pisces – Siren
Read a book with “siren” or banshee, harpy, kelpie, mermaid, nymph, and rusalka in the title.
Actors by Sign:
For each zodiac sign, select a movie the actor performed in.
Aries – Tim Curry; Gemini – Johnny Depp
Cancer – Meryl Streep;Libra – Viggo Mortenson
~~For My Reference~~
General Rules:
1. You must read 12 different books, one from each zodiac sign. Each book is exclusive to one task. You may not repeat tasks.
2. You may not combine books with the Monthly Challenge.
3. The challenge is from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018. If you are late starting the challenge, you may not count books prior to your start date.
4. Books must be at least 175 pages long. They may be any format (audiobook, ebook, hardcover/paperback). In the case of ebooks & audiobooks, use the hardcover edition to determine page length.
5. Books may be any genre unless specified in a task.
6. If a task refers to the title, the subtitle or series title doesn’t count unless specified in a task.
7. If a task refers to the cover, it will be based on the cover of the issue you read.
Reporting:
Badge 1, Book (insert #)
Zodiac Sign:
Category:
Task:
How It Fits:
Book Link:
Rating:
Requesting a badge:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Sample:
Badge One completed
1. Aries, Month - March, The Violets of March
2. Taurus, Actor - Audrey Hepburn, War and Peace
3. ….. continuing to 12.
~~For My Reference~~
Challenge Planning Zone by Astrological Sign:
Aries – March
Stone:
Aries – Opal (1750 and 1850)
-My Dear Hamilton: A Novel of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton*
Taurus - April
Symbols:
Taurus – Bull (Western Main Page)
-The Diary of Mattie Spenser*
Gemini – May
Actors by Sign:
Gemini - Johnny Depp (movie/book)
-Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay*
Cancer - June
Element:
Cancer – Water (70% of the cover is blue)
Salt to the Sea*
-or-
Exit West*
Leo - July
Superhero:
Leo – Kraven the Hunter (protagonist over 60)
-Britt-Marie Was Here
Virgo - August
Symbols:
Virgo – Maiden (under 20 & single)
-The Alice Network*
Libra - September
Elements:
Libra - Air (clouds on cover)
-News of the World*
Scorpio - October
Super Hero:
Scorpio – Anti-Venom (science fiction standalone)
-Fahrenheit 451*
Sagittarius - November
Super Hero:
Sagittarius – Hawkeye (2018 new release)
-Carnegie's Maid (audio)*
-I Was Anastasia
Capricorn - December
Symbols:
Capricorn - Goat (Scandinavian Literature)
-The Year of Living Danishly: My Twelve Months Unearthing the Secrets of the World's Happiest Country (audio)*
or
Month:
Capricorn – December
-My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry* (set primarily in December)
Aquarius - January
Stone:
Aquarius – Turquoise (magic)
-The Golem and the Jinni*
Pisces – February
Stone:
Pisces – Jade (China)
-Pavilion of Women: A Novel of Life in the Women's Quarters (library)
-or-
Elements:
Pisces – Water
Like Water for Chocolate (library)
_________________________________
Alternative Book Planning:
Symbols:
Sagittarius – Archer (Native American)
-The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian*
Stone:
Taurus – Jasper (medical/psych)
-The Last Midwife*
Virgo – Amethyst (royalty)
-Victoria: The Queen: An Intimate Biography of the Woman Who Ruled an Empire*
Capricorn – Quartz (Time Travel)
-Time and Again*
Scorpio – Copper (weapon on cover)
Girl Waits with Gun*
Libra – Azurite (1400-1700)
The King's Curse* or
The White Queen*
Cancer – Rose Quartz (Rose(s) on the cover, or 75% pink in colour)
Leo – Carnelian (Egyptians)
North American Zodiac:
Taurus – Beaver (Canada setting or author)
-
Gemini – Deer (Scotland setting or author)
-
Superhero:
Cancer – Sandman (Horror genre)
-
Elements:
Gemini – Air (white cover)
-TransAtlantic ???
-The Glass Castle
(* indicates I own the book or audiobook)
Aries – March
Stone:
Aries – Opal (1750 and 1850)
-My Dear Hamilton: A Novel of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton*
Symbols:
Taurus – Bull (Western Main Page)
-The Diary of Mattie Spenser*
Gemini – May
Actors by Sign:
Gemini - Johnny Depp (movie/book)
-Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay*
Cancer - June
Element:
Cancer – Water (70% of the cover is blue)
Salt to the Sea*
-or-
Exit West*
Superhero:
Leo – Kraven the Hunter (protagonist over 60)
-Britt-Marie Was Here
Virgo - August
Symbols:
Virgo – Maiden (under 20 & single)
-The Alice Network*
Libra - September
Elements:
Libra - Air (clouds on cover)
-News of the World*
Scorpio - October
Super Hero:
Scorpio – Anti-Venom (science fiction standalone)
-Fahrenheit 451*
Sagittarius - November
Super Hero:
Sagittarius – Hawkeye (2018 new release)
-Carnegie's Maid (audio)*
-I Was Anastasia
Capricorn - December
Symbols:
Capricorn - Goat (Scandinavian Literature)
-The Year of Living Danishly: My Twelve Months Unearthing the Secrets of the World's Happiest Country (audio)*
or
Month:
Capricorn – December
-My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry* (set primarily in December)
Aquarius - January
Stone:
Aquarius – Turquoise (magic)
-The Golem and the Jinni*
Pisces – February
Stone:
Pisces – Jade (China)
-Pavilion of Women: A Novel of Life in the Women's Quarters (library)
-or-
Elements:
Pisces – Water
Like Water for Chocolate (library)
_________________________________
Alternative Book Planning:
Symbols:
Sagittarius – Archer (Native American)
-The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian*
Stone:
Taurus – Jasper (medical/psych)
-The Last Midwife*
Virgo – Amethyst (royalty)
-Victoria: The Queen: An Intimate Biography of the Woman Who Ruled an Empire*
Capricorn – Quartz (Time Travel)
-Time and Again*
Scorpio – Copper (weapon on cover)
Girl Waits with Gun*
Libra – Azurite (1400-1700)
The King's Curse* or
The White Queen*
Cancer – Rose Quartz (Rose(s) on the cover, or 75% pink in colour)
Leo – Carnelian (Egyptians)
North American Zodiac:
Taurus – Beaver (Canada setting or author)
-
Gemini – Deer (Scotland setting or author)
-
Superhero:
Cancer – Sandman (Horror genre)
-
Elements:
Gemini – Air (white cover)
-TransAtlantic ???
-The Glass Castle
(* indicates I own the book or audiobook)
I'm glad you're going to join us, Lisa. Enjoy. :)
Thanks, Janice! I appreciate all the time and thought you put into the challenge and am especially grateful for the different badge levels.
Welcome to the challenge, Lisa!
Finished my initial gophering. *WHEW*
Badge 1, Book 1
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Category: Symbols – Bull
Task: Read a Listopia "Best Western" or book from Western Genre
How It Fits: Tagged as a Western on the book's main page
Book Link: The Diary of Mattie Spenser
Rating: 5 Stars
Yay! You're off and running with a 5 star read. Awesome. :)
Thanks, Janice! :-) Thankfully some books I had already planned to read are working out well for the challenge. Plus, it has been helpful (and fun) to see which books everyone else has used for specific tasks.
Badge 1, Book 2
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Category: Superhero – Kraven the Hunter
Task: Protagonist over age 60
How It Fits: Main character Britt-Marie 60+ years young
Book Link: Britt-Marie Was Here
Rating: 3 stars (although I haven't given it a public rating on GR due to an upcoming book discussion).
You'll love this one...!! A book club & more
Books mentioned in this topic
My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry (other topics)Britt-Marie Was Here (other topics)
The Diary of Mattie Spenser (other topics)
The White Queen (other topics)
The King's Curse (other topics)
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Goal:
I am going for 1 badge (12 books) using a mix and match for Months, Symbols, Elements, North American Zodiac, and Stone categories. Also adding Actors by Sign and Superheroes because that looks too fun to pass up.
Start Date: April 13, 2018
Bookshelf: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...