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message 1: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Mar 08, 2021 08:47AM) (new)

Fran | 12278 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021


The Winter season has some really unique and interesting characteristics. I learned a bunch of new and cool facts! If you would like to learn a little more about any of the below fun facts, please check out this website- Winter Facts

Pick a level and begin reading on December 15th!

Level 1 - 5 books-I like the cold when I'm inside, in the warmth
Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight
Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter!
+Bonus- Bonus can be added to any level

**There is no minimum page requirement for this challenge.
Audiobooks and rereads are allowed.
You can always add levels as you go.
You may update your original post with your progress or repost , it is your choice. But please repost upon completion**



message 2: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Dec 17, 2024 01:18PM) (new)

Fran | 12278 comments Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks-

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.



BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.
Example-
My favorite thing about Winter is wearing fuzzy socks-

F- Family Camp
U- Unhitched
Z- Rebecca Zanetti- Fated
Z- Zane
Y- Yours to Keep

S- Skye Warren- The Pawn
O- Colleen Oakley- You Were There Too
C-Rough Ride -Chaos Series
K- The Kiss Quotient
S- Melting Ice- Seattle Sockeyes Hockey series


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message 6: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Dec 23, 2020 06:50PM) (new)

Fran | 12278 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

5/10 Read

Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
+Bonus-Tell us your favorite thing about Winter
(haven't decided on word or phrase yet)

1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
2. Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
3. No Reservations 12/15
4. Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
5.Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
6. Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
7. Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
8. Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
9. Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
10. Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
11. Heaven Can't Wait- 90 pages- 12/20
12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
15. Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
16. Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
17. Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
18. Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
19. Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
20. Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
21. Quiet Man 12/22- two on cover
22. Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
23. Cuffed For Love 12/17
24. Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
25. Bedded by Her Bodyguard 12/21
26. Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).
27. Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.
28. Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
29. Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
30. Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.


No Reservations (Fusion #4.5) by Kristen Proby Cuffed For Love by Ella Goode Heaven Can't Wait (I-Team, #1.5) by Pamela Clare Bedded by Her Bodyguard (Billionaire Bodyguard, #2.5) by Kristi Avalon Quiet Man (Dream #0.5; Dream Man #4.5) by Kristen Ashley


message 7: by Bookchaser (last edited Mar 15, 2021 04:24PM) (new)

Bookchaser | 2020 comments ☃️❄️⛄️Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge⛄️❄️☃️
Duration: December 15, 2020 - March 14, 2021
Level 4: 30 books - I love everything about Winter!




**There is no minimum page requirement for this challenge.
Audiobooks and rereads are allowed.
You can always add levels as you go.
You may update your original post with your progress or repost, it is your choice. But please repost upon completion**



29/30 Completed



01. ❄️Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.❄️
One Night in London by Caroline Linden - 03/07/21
02. ☃️Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.☃️
Close to You by Kristen Proby - 01/20/21
03. ❄️Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.❄️
Night of the Beast by Lisa Ladew - 01/16/21
04. ☃️Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.☃️
Reunited on Dragonfly Lane by Annie Rains - 02/08/21
05. ❄️Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.❄️
The Christmas Surprise by Jenny Colgan - 12/22/20
06. ☃️Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.☃️
Baby Dreams in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk - 02/02/21
07. ❄️Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.❄️
The Best Man Plan by Jaci Burton - 01/02/21
08. ☃️Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.☃️

09. ❄️Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.❄️
Secrets Gone South: Love Gone South #4 by Alicia Hunter Pace - 02/04/21
10. ☃️Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.☃️
The Christmas Bride by Anne Gracie - 03/02/21
11. ❄️Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.❄️
Weekend Wife by Carolyn Zane - 12/31/20
12. ☃️Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.☃️
Amaryllis by Jayne Castle - 01/07/21
13. ❄️Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.❄️
Thankful in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk - 01/08/21
14. ☃️Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.☃️
Take a Chance by Shelley Shepard Gray - 01/27/21
15. ❄️Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.❄️
Unwilling Wife by Carolyn Zane - 12/27/20
16. ☃️Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.☃️
True to You in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk - 03/14/21
17. ❄️Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating - 4.0 or higher.❄️
Bachelor Games in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk - 02/01/21
18. ☃️Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).☃️
A Highlander in a Pickup by Laura Trentham - 02/07/21
19. ❄️Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.❄️
A Fool's Gold Wedding by Susan Mallery - 02/02/21
20. ☃️Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.☃️
Sugarplums and Mistletoe by Michelle Pennington - 01/29/21
21. ❄️Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.❄️
The One Who Stays by Toni Blake - 01/17/21
22. ☃️Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.☃️
Playing Fast by Melanie Scott - 03/05/21
23. ❄️Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.❄️
Patchwork Family in the Outback by Soraya M. Lane - 01/24/21
24. ☃️Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.☃️
Fire in His Chaos by Ruby Dixon - 02/15/21
25. ❄️Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.❄️
Wrong Number, Right Guy by Elle Casey - 03/13/21
26. ☃️Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).☃️
Trick My Truck But Don't Mess With My Heart by LuAnn McLane - 01/20/21
27. ❄️Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.❄️
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts 12/24/20
28. ☃️Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.☃️
Head Over Paws by Debbie Burns - 02/12/21
29. ❄️Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.❄️
Wrong Turn by Samantha Chase - 03/04/21
30. ☃️Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.☃️
A Historical Christmas Present by Lynsay Sands - 03/10/21


One Night in London (The Truth About the Duke, #1) by Caroline Linden Close to You (Fusion, #2) by Kristen Proby Night of the Beast (One True Mate #8) by Lisa Ladew Reunited on Dragonfly Lane (Sweetwater Springs, #7) by Annie Rains The Christmas Surprise by Jenny Colgan Baby Dreams in Good Hope (Good Hope, #12.5) by Cindy Kirk The Best Man Plan (Boots and Bouquets, #1) by Jaci Burton XXX Secrets Gone South Love Gone South #4 by Alicia Hunter Pace The Christmas Bride (Chance Sisters, #4.5) by Anne Gracie Weekend Wife (Sister Switch, #2) by Carolyn Zane Amaryllis (St. Helen's, #1) by Jayne Castle Thankful in Good Hope (Good Hope #11) by Cindy Kirk Take a Chance (Bridgeport Social Club #1) by Shelley Shepard Gray Unwilling Wife (Sister Switch, #1) by Carolyn Zane True to You in Good Hope (Good Hope, #14) by Cindy Kirk Bachelor Games in Good Hope (Good Hope #12) by Cindy Kirk A Highlander in a Pickup (Highland, Georgia, #2) by Laura Trentham A Fool's Gold Wedding (Fool's Gold, #20.6) by Susan Mallery Sugarplums and Mistletoe (Christmas in Willow Falls Book 2) by Michelle Pennington The One Who Stays (Summer Island, #1) by Toni Blake Playing Fast (New York Saints, #5) by Melanie Scott Patchwork Family in the Outback (Bellaroo Creek #3) by Soraya M. Lane Fire in His Chaos (Fireblood Dragons, #8) by Ruby Dixon Wrong Number, Right Guy (The Bourbon Street Boys, #1) by Elle Casey Trick My Truck But Don't Mess With My Heart by Luann McLane Merry Ex-Mas (Life in Icicle Falls, #2) by Sheila Roberts Head Over Paws (Rescue Me, #5) by Debbie Burns Wrong Turn (RoadTripping, #2) by Samantha Chase A Historical Christmas Present by Lisa Kleypas



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message 8: by Sandra (last edited Feb 12, 2021 02:25PM) (new)

Sandra | 712 comments I'M IN!

Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter! +Bonus
Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks-

1. red on the cover - Monster Whisperer - J.B. Trepagnier - 22 DEC
2. happy or optimistic character - Dr. Hot Stuff - Tawna Fenske - 16 DEC
3. title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' - Six Minutes to Midnight - Elle James - 23 DEC
4. lgbt character - A Christmas to Die For - Jessica Frances - 21 DEC
5. food on the cover - Waffles at the Wake - Addison Moore - 17 DEC
6. something round on the cover - Love Bites - Lynsay Sands - 13 JAN
7. set in a city - One Night with You - Marie Force - 1 JAN
8. set in Europe - Private Berlin - James Patterson - 22 JAN
9. published in February - Fatal Flaw - Marie Force (2012) - 30 JAN
10. set in England - Private London - James Patterson - 18 JAN
Monster Whisperer (My Beautiful Monsters #1) by J.B. Trepagnier Dr. Hot Stuff (Ponderosa Resort Romantic Comedies #9) by Tawna Fenske Six Minutes to Midnight (Mission Six #6) by Elle James A Christmas to Die For by Jessica Frances Waffles at the Wake (Murder in the Mix #29) by Addison Moore Love Bites (Argeneau #2) by Lynsay Sands One Night with You (Fatal, #0.5) by Marie Force Private Berlin (Private, #5) by James Patterson Fatal Flaw (Fatal, #4) by Marie Force Private London (Private, #4) by James Patterson

11. set in the U.S. - Tempting Her Best Friend - Gina L. Maxwell - 27 DEC
12. winter object on the cover - Last Call - Nancy Stopper - 15 DEC
13. part of a series of at least 5 books - Changing Faces - Cole McCade - 30 JAN
14. an older character (vampires count!) - Covet - J.R. Ward - 9 DEC
15. first book in a series - Scarred, Part 1 - Kylie Walker - 3 JAN
16. six letters in the title - Blaire - Anita Gray - 27 DEC
17. large book - Rapture - J.R. Ward (509 pgs) - 23 JAN
18. person on the cover - Clutch - Piper Scott - 4 JAN
19. a favorite author - The Firsts, a Guzzi Legacy Companion - Bethany-Kris - 23 DEC
20. hope you won't want to stop reading - The Cardigans - Cole McCade - 11 JAN
Tempting Her Best Friend (What Happens in Vegas, #1) by Gina L. Maxwell Last Call (Oak Grove, #0.5) by Nancy Stopper Changing Faces (Criminal Intentions Season One #4) by Cole McCade Covet (Fallen Angels, #1) by J.R. Ward Scarred, Part 1 (Scarred, #1) by Kylie Walker Blaire (Dark Romance, #1) by Anita Gray Rapture (Fallen Angels, #4) by J.R. Ward Clutch (Forbidden Desires, #1) by Piper Scott The Firsts, a Guzzi Legacy Companion by Bethany-Kris The Cardigans (Criminal Intentions Season One #1) by Cole McCade

21. paranormal tag - A Bite to Remember - Lynsay Sands - 28 JAN
22. sports tag - Buried Alive - Stacey Marie Brown - 21 DEC
23. new to you author - It's in His Kiss - Bria Quinlan - 2 JAN
24. something HOT on the cover - Because of Him - Terri E. Laine - 16 JAN
25. mystery or suspense tag - Fatal Affair - Marie Force - 7 JAN
26. holiday in the story - A SEAL Wolf Christmas - Terry Spear - 22 DEC
27. conflict in the story - Dark Desire - Christine Feehan - 7 JAN
28. shapeshifter - Into the Fae - Quinn Loftis - 5 FEB
29. title or cover that draws you to it - How to Date a Nerd - Cassie Mae - 10 JAN
30. different page counts depending on the edition - Crave - J.R. Ward - 15 JAN
A Bite to Remember (Argeneau #5) by Lynsay Sands Buried Alive by Stacey Marie Brown It's in His Kiss (Brew Ha Ha, #0.5) by Bria Quinlan Because of Him by Terri E. Laine Fatal Affair (Fatal, #1) by Marie Force A SEAL Wolf Christmas (Heart of the Wolf, #12) by Terry Spear Dark Desire (Dark, #2) by Christine Feehan Into the Fae (Gypsy Healers, #1) by Quinn Loftis How to Date a Nerd (How To #1) by Cassie Mae Crave (Fallen Angels, #2) by J.R. Ward

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase).
My favourite thing about winter is when its over!

E Taken - Cynthia Eden - 14 JAN
N Nothing To Fear - Karen Rose - 27 JAN
D Don't Tell - Karen Rose - 3 JAN

O Off Limits - Ruby Dixon - 2 JAN
F Fatal Justice - Marie Force - 9 JAN

W Wrecked - Cynthia Eden - 16 JAN
I In the Blink of an Eye - Julie Miller - 17 JAN
N The Night Circus - Erin Morgenstern - 6 FEB
T Tall, Dark & Hungry - Lynsay Sands - 21 JAN
E Envy - J.R. Ward - 19 JAN
R The Risk - S.T. Abby - 12 FEB
Taken (LOST, #5) by Cynthia Eden Nothing To Fear (Romantic Suspense, #4; Chicago, #3) by Karen Rose Don't Tell (Romantic Suspense, #1; Chicago, #1) by Karen Rose Off Limits (Bedlam Butchers MC, #1) by Ruby Dixon Fatal Justice (Fatal, #2) by Marie Force Wrecked (LOST, #6) by Cynthia Eden In the Blink of an Eye (The Taylor Clan, #3) by Julie Miller The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern Tall, Dark & Hungry (Argeneau #4) by Lynsay Sands Envy (Fallen Angels, #3) by J.R. Ward The Risk (Mindf*ck, #1) by S.T. Abby


message 9: by Frankie (last edited Feb 15, 2021 11:29AM) (new)

Frankie Johnson | 429 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter!
+Bonus- Bonus can be added to any level

27/41 Completed

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with red on the cover.
Minutes to Kill-Melinda Leigh 1/14

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Southern Storm-Natasha Madison

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow'.
Over The High Side-A.J. Downey 12/17

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character.
Refrain-Anne Mercier

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field.
Seconds to Live-Melinda Leigh

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover.
For a Good Time, Call...-Jessica Gadziala 1/12

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city.
(Chicago)
Mine to Take-Cynthia Eden 2/14

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe.
Arrogant Arrival-Gail Haris

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book published in February of any year.
(February 2015)
Bridged-Kendra Elliot

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
Falling for Love-Marie Force 1/04

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.
(301)
Layla-Colleen Hoover 1/08

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a flower on the cover.
Beyond the Roses-Monica James

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books.
(Fatal Series)
Fatal Consequences-Marie Force 1/28

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!).
Carnal Thirst: Dark Kisses-Sylvia Day

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series.
(Morgan Dane Series)
Say You're Sorry-Melinda Leigh 2/02

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title.
The Muse and the Fairy Tale-Mary Smith 2/10

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
(4.04)
The First Husband-McGarvey Black 1/05

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover.
Disgrace-Brittainy C. Cherry 1/28

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author.
Autumn Jones Lake-Lyrics on the Wind 1/21

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry.
Burn for You-J.T. Geissinger

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational tag.
Keeper of His Heart-Susie McIver

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France.
Discretion-Karina Halle 1/31

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book from a new to you author.
Sharon Sala-Going Once 12/18

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover.
Dagger in the Sea-Cat Porter 1/15

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag.
I Never Left-McGarvey Black

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story.
Second Chance Holiday-Aurora Rose Reynolds 12/15

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story.
Earn Me-Nia Arthurs 12/21

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter.
The Baby Shift: Delaware-Becca Fanning

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a road trip in it.
Wild Highway-Devney Perry

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology.
Bound By Blood Anthology-Cora Reilly
Minutes to Kill (Scarlet Falls, #2) by Melinda Leigh Southern Storm (Southern, #3) by Natasha Madison Over The High Side (Sacred Hearts MC Pacific Northwest, #1) by A.J. Downey Refrain (Rockstar #9) by Anne Mercier Seconds to Live (Scarlet Falls #3) by Melinda Leigh For a Good Time, Call... by Jessica Gadziala Mine to Take (Mine, #1) by Cynthia Eden Arrogant Arrival (Cocky Hero Club) by Gail Haris Bridged (Callahan & McLane, #2) by Kendra Elliot Falling for Love (Gansett Island, #4) by Marie Force Layla by Colleen Hoover Beyond the Roses by Monica James Fatal Consequences (Fatal, #3) by Marie Force Carnal Thirst Dark Kisses by Sylvia Day Say You're Sorry (Morgan Dane, #1) by Melinda Leigh The Muse and the Fairy Tale (The New Hampshire Bears, #1) by Mary Smith The First Husband by McGarvey Black Disgrace by Brittainy C. Cherry Lyrics on the Wind (Lost Kings MC, #17) by Autumn Jones Lake Burn for You (Slow Burn, #1) by J.T. Geissinger Keeper of His Heart (Lasting Love #1) by Susie McIver Discretion (The Dumonts, #1) by Karina Halle Going Once (Forces of Nature, #1) by Sharon Sala Dagger in the Sea by Cat Porter I Never Left by McGarvey Black Second Chance Holiday (Until, #4.5) by Aurora Rose Reynolds Earn Me (Love Repair #1) by Nia Arthurs The Baby Shift Delaware (Shifter Babies Of America #37) by Becca Fanning Wild Highway (Runaway, #2) by Devney Perry Bound By Blood Anthology (Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles, #7.5) by Cora Reilly

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.

31.C:A Cold Dark Place-Toni Anderson 1/22
32.O:Orange Blossoms-Love Blooms-Dalia Dupris 12/24
33.L:Love Lost-Love Belvin 1/01
34.D:The Day He Came Back-Penelope Ward 12/15

35.W:The Wrong Family-Tarryn Fisher 1/05
36.E:Easy Melody-Kristen Proby 2/01
37.A:Alphabet Soup-C.B. Conwy 12/29
38.T:The Two-Date Rule-Tawna Fenske 12/18
39.H:Heavenly Hacked-K.B. Winters 12/22
40.E:Every Last Secret-A.R. Torre
41.R:Reckless Memories-Catherine Cowles 2/01
A Cold Dark Place (Cold Justice, #1) by Toni Anderson Orange Blossoms-Love Blooms (California Hearts, #1) by Dalia Dupris Love Lost (Love's Improbable Possibility, #1) by Love Belvin The Day He Came Back by Penelope Ward
The Wrong Family by Tarryn Fisher Easy Melody (Boudreaux, #3) by Kristen Proby Alphabet Soup (Alphabet Soup #1) by C.B. Conwy The Two-Date Rule (Smokejumper, #1) by Tawna Fenske Heavenly Hacked (Reckless Bastards MC, #5) by K.B. Winters Every Last Secret by A.R. Torre Reckless Memories (Wrecked, #1) by Catherine Cowles


message 10: by Sexyladi (last edited Feb 24, 2021 02:30AM) (new)

Sexyladi | 2252 comments ⛄🎇Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks-
30/30

1. Burning for Christmas: A Steamy NYC Firefighter Holiday Romance by Kaye Kennedy 12/17/2020 🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars
Burning for Christmas A Steamy NYC Firefighter Holiday Romance (Burning for the Bravest) by Kaye Kennedy

2. The Billionaire's Christmas Baby: A Holiday Single Dad Romance by Sandi Lynn 12/19/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
The Billionaire's Christmas Baby A Holiday Single Dad Romance by Sandi Lynn

3. [Bearens' Hope|13569400] by Laura Jo Phillips
The Bearens' Hope (The Soul-Linked Saga #4) by Laura Jo Phillips
12/18/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars

4. Lord of Rain by Charlene Hartnady 12/21/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Lord of Rain (The Dragon Demigods, #5) by Charlene Hartnady

5. An Alien For Christmas by Regine Abel 12/14/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
An Alien For Christmas (Empaths of Lyria) by Regine Abel

6.Christmas With The Soldier Dragon by Meg Ripley
12/19/2020 🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars
Christmas With The Soldier Dragon (Shifter Nation Special Ops Shifters) by Meg Ripley

7. Her Dragon Everlasting: 50 Loving States, Arizona] 12/31/2020 🌟🌟 Stars
Her Dragon Everlasting 50 Loving States, Arizona by Theodora Taylor

8. Brodrick: A Dark Romance with the Notorious Scot! by T.C. Clark 01/02/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Brodrick A Dark Romance with the Notorious Scot! (The Campbell Brothers, #1) by T.C. Clark

9. The Reluctant Lark by Iris Johansen
12/31/2020 🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars
The Reluctant Lark by Iris Johansen

10. The Present by Johanna Lindsey 12/30/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Historical Romance - MGP
The Present (Malory-Anderson Family, #6) by Johanna Lindsey

11. Christmas at Copper Mountain by Jane Porter 12/24/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars Audio Book
Christmas at Copper Mountain (Taming of the Sheenans #1, Copper Mountain Christmas #4) by Jane Porter

12. Once Upon a Wedding by Kathleen Eagle 01/03/2021 🌟🌟🌟 Star
Once Upon a Wedding by Kathleen Eagle

13. The Dracons' Woman by Laura Jo Phillips 12/22/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
The Dracons' Woman (The Soul-Linked Saga #1) by Laura Jo Phillips

14. The Lobos' HeartSong by Laura Jo Phillips 12/24/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Stars
The Lobos' HeartSong (The Soul-Linked Saga , #2 ) by Laura Jo Phillips

15.Onyx Dragon by Terry Bolryder
12/24/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars Audio Book
Onyx Dragon (Awakened Dragons, #1) by Terry Bolryder

16. Blackmailed by Annmarie McKenna 01/15/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Blackmailed (Blackmailed #1) by Annmarie McKenna

17. The Gryphons' Dream by Laura Jo Phillips 4.18 · Rating details 12/27/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
The Gryphons' Dream (The Soul-Linked Saga, #5) by Laura Jo Phillips

18. The Falcorans' Faith by Laura Jo Phillips 12/29/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars page count 299
The Falcorans' Faith (The Soul-Linked Saga, #7) by Laura Jo Phillips

19. A Heart so Wild by Johanna Lindsey 01/01/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
A Heart so Wild (Straton Family #1) by Johanna Lindsey

20 .The Katres' Summer by Laura Jo Phillips 12/25/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
The Katres' Summer (The Soul-Linked Saga , #3 ) by Laura Jo Phillips

21.Berta's Choice by Laura Jo Phillips Parnormal - Shapeshifters MGP https://www.goodreads.com/work/shelve...
12/28/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Berta's Choice (The Soul-Linked Saga, #5.5) by Laura Jo Phillips

22. Snapped by Alexa Martin 01/12/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Sttars Audio Book
Snapped (Playbook, #4) by Alexa Martin

23. Grumpy Fake Boyfriend by Jackie Lau 01/03/2021 🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Grumpy Fake Boyfriend (Kwan Sisters, #1) by Jackie Lau

24. Mr. Hotshot CEO by Jackie Lau 01/07/2021 🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Mr. Hotshot CEO (Kwan Sisters, #2) by Jackie Lau

25. The Vulpirans' Honor by Laura Jo Phillips Tagged Romance-Suspense by 1 person. https://www.goodreads.com/book/shelve... 12/29/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
The Vulpirans' Honor (The Soul-Linked Saga #6) by Laura Jo Phillips

26. A Warm Heart in Winter by J.R. Ward 01/19/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars Audio Book
A Warm Heart in Winter (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #18.5) by J.R. Ward

27. The Gathering by Kelley Armstrong 01/04/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars Audio Book
The Gathering (Darkness Rising, #1) by Kelley Armstrong

28. The Tigrens' Glory by Laura Jo Phillips 12/30/2020 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
The Tigrens' Glory (The Soul-Linked Saga, #8) by Laura Jo Phillips

29.Forbidden Fire by Karpov Kinrade 01/10/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars
Forbidden Fire (Forbidden, #2) by Karpov Kinrade

30. A Very Gothic Christmas by Christine Feehan 01/09/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
A Very Gothic Christmas by Christine Feehan

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.
09/09
F - Forbidden Life by Karpov Kinrade 02/18/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Forbidden Life (Forbidden, #3) by Karpov Kinrade
I - Insurrection by Sherrilyn Kenyon 02/20/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars.
Insurrection (Nevermore, #1) by Sherrilyn Kenyon
R - The Rising by Kelley Armstrong 01/06/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars Audio Book
The Rising (Darkness Rising, #3) by Kelley Armstrong
E - Elite Dragon's Secret Baby by Alicia Banks 02/16/2021 🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars.
Elite Dragon's Secret Baby (Elite Shifters of Colorado #3) by Alicia Banks
P - Pregnant by the Playboy by Jackie Lau 01/08/2021 🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars
Pregnant by the Playboy (Fong Brothers #1) by Jackie Lau
L - Leopard's Rage by Christine Feehan 01/15/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars Audio Book
Leopard's Rage (Leopard People #12) by Christine Feehan
A - A View of the River by Kathleen Eagle 01/17/2021 🌟🌟🌟 Stars
A View of the River by Kathleen Eagle
C - The Calling by Kelley Armstrong 01/05/2021 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Stars Audio Book
The Calling (Darkness Rising, #2) by Kelley Armstrong
E - Elite Dragon's Fated Mate by Alicia Banks 02/20/2021 🌟🌟🌟 Stars
Elite Dragon's Fated Mate (Elite Shifters of Colorado #4) by Alicia Banks

CHALLENGE COMPLETED



message 11: by Gustaf (last edited Dec 27, 2020 02:37PM) (new)

Gustaf | 1936 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021
0/30 Read

Level 4- 30 books- I love everything about Winter
+Bonus-Tell us your favorite thing about Winter


1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Handsome Death - Sara Dobie Bauer

2. Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Drawn In - Sean Ashcroft

3. Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Work-Love Balance - Allison Temple

4. Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
Strawberry Kisses - Charlie Novak

5.Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
Almost The One - Jess Whitecroft

6. Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Beau Pair - Rhys Everly

7. Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
Bitten by Design - Annabelle Jacobs

8. Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Bitten by Desire - Annabelle Jacobs

9. Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
Bitten by the Alpha - Annabelle Jacobs

10. Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
Lessons in Love - Charlie Cochrane

11. Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.


12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.

14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

15. Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

19. Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.

Handsome Death by Sara Dobie Bauer Drawn In (The Family Jules, #1) by Sean Ashcroft Work-Love Balance (Out & About, #1) by Allison Temple Strawberry Kisses by Charlie Novak Almost The One by Jess Whitecroft Beau Pair (A Proper Education, #1) by Rhys Everly

Bonus:
Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.

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message 12: by Aiswrya (last edited Feb 01, 2021 06:57PM) (new)

Aiswrya | 2044 comments Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks- - Dec 15 - Mar 14
Level 1 - 5 books-I like the cold when I'm inside, in the warmth
Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight
Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter!

Progress: 30/30

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter. - Wolfsbane
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.

2. People born during winter months are less irritable. - Felix and the Prince
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon. - Need for Speed
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors) - Classified
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae) - Smash & Grab
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs. - Danger Zone
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt. - Tough Guy
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights. - Merry Measure
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February. - Thrown to the Wolves
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice. - Rule Breaker
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s. - The Blueprint
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops) - Robbie (Confessions, #1) by Ella Frank (jacket on the cover)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water) - Stars & Stripes
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year. - Enemy of My Enemy
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second. - Faith & Fidelity
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides. - Fakers
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick. - Demons Do It Better
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet. - Hush by Tal Bauer
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season. - The Lightning-Struck Heart
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite. - Armed & Dangerous
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota) - A Ferry of Bones & Gold
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924. - A Deeper Blue
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics. - Happy Endings
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter. - Watch Me by Sloane Kennedy
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet. - The Capital
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations. - Widdershins
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada) - The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter. - Strength of the Pack
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.) - Clashing Hearts (Hometown Jasper, #1) by Nicky James - both the hot guy and the mountains
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer. Any Old Diamonds
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.



BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.


message 13: by Barbara ★ (last edited Feb 06, 2021 07:35AM) (new)

Barbara ★ | 3901 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Duration: December 15, 2020- March 14, 2021
Level 3: 20 books - I can get into a good snowball fight

READ: 20/20

✔️1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight - Grace Burrowes 12/25
Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight (The Duke's Daughters, #3; Windham, #6) by Grace Burrowes

✔️2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Illumination - Susannah Sandlin (heroine) 12/24

✔️3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
The Storm Bringer - Isabel Cooper (Darya, Amris, Thyran, Gerant) 1/20

✔️4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
The Rivals - Mechele Armstrong (Orion and Baltazar) 12/31

✔️5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
Killer Physique - G.A. McKevett 1/13

✔️6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Circle of Time - Lynn Hanna 12/20
Circle of Time (Starry Child, #2) by Lynn Hanna

✔️7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
Back on Blossom Street - Debbie Macomber 12/17

✔️8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Poisonous - Allison Brennan 1/26
Poisonous (Max Revere, #3) by Allison Brennan

✔️9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
The River - Cheryl Kaye Tardif 12/15

✔️10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
Under Currents - Nora Roberts 12/26
Under Currents by Nora Roberts

✔️11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.
Calamity Jayne Rides Again - Kathleen Bacus (Iowa) 1/14

✔️12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
Lavender Blue - Donna Kauffman 12/29
Lavender Blue (Blue Hollow Falls #3) by Donna Kauffman

✔️13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Deadlock - Catherine Coulter (#24) 12/18

✔️14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
The Seelie King - Heather Killough-Walden (ancient fae) 1/12

✔️15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
Man at Work - Elaine Fox 12/19
Man at Work by Elaine Fox

✔️16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
A Curse So Dark and Lonely - Brigid Kemmerer 12/16

✔️17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
Ghosts of the Sea Moon - A.F. Stewart (4.30 rating) 1/31

✔️18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date.
Queen Alice - Roy A. Mauritsen 12/18
Queen Alice (Shards of the Glass Slipper, #2) by Roy A. Mauritsen

✔️19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
Universal Harvester - John Darnielle (winter) 1/30

✔️20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
The Awakening - Nora Roberts 1/22

✔️21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.
Half-Off Ragnarok - Seanan McGuire 1/8
Half-Off Ragnarok (InCryptid, #3) by Seanan McGuire

✔️22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
Earning It - Angela Quarles 1/24

✔️23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.
Ivory - Steve Merrifield (MC is a painter) 12/27

✔️24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
Proof of Murder - Lauren Elliott (fireplace) 12/25

✔️25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.
New Corpse In Town - Lucy Quinn 12/19

✔️26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).
The Dark Corners of the Night - Meg Gardiner (at Christmas) 1/24

✔️27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.
The Hidden World - Alison Baird (Newfoundland) 1/6

✔️28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
Soul of the Wildcat - Devyn Quinn 12/16

✔️29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
To Kill a Sorcerer - Greg Mongrain 1/1

✔️30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.
Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow - Jessica Townsend 1/3

CHALLENGE COMPLETE


message 14: by Tammie (last edited Jan 27, 2021 06:57AM) (new)

Tammie | 2027 comments Q1 - Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter! (I really hate winter :)

Read:
30/30
Bonus: 13/13

Lord of Misrule (The Morganville Vampires, #5) by Rachel Caine 1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Lord of Misrule, Rachel Caine ★★★★ 12/24

2. Read a book with a pregnancy in the story.
The Doctor's Secret Bride, Ana E. Ross ★★★ 1/17

3. Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow'
Ransom Canyon, Jodi Thomas ★★★★ 1/22

Mistaken Gifts (Castle Mountain Lodge, #3) by Elena Aitken 4. Read a book with a colorful cover.
Mistaken Gifts, Elena Aitken ★★★ 1/26

5. Read a book with a character in a science field - coronor
Dead Tease, Victoria Houston ★★★★ 1/14

6. Read a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Winters Heat, Cristin Harber ★★★ 1/20

7. Read a book with the letter 'Bb' in the author's name.
The Moonglow Cafe, Deborah Garner ★★★ 1/9

Yours for Christmas (Fool's Gold, #15.5) by Susan Mallery 8. Read a book with a light source on the cover.
Yours for Christmas, Susan Mallery ★★★ 12/22

9. Read a book published in February of any year. - February 2015
Quarterback Draw, Jaci Burton ★★★★ 12/30

10. Read a book set in England.
Treasure Island, Robert Louis Stephenson ★★★ 1/2

11. Read a book with a 0 in the page count - 120
The Professional: Part 2, Kresley Cole ★★★ 1/18

12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth
Saving Sofia, Linda Seed ★★★★ 12/16

13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books
Survivor In Death, J.D. Robb ★★★★★ 1/16

14. Read a book with an older character - Ginny
A January Bride, Deborah Raney ★★★ 1/26

Shopping for a Billionaire (Shopping for a Billionaire, #1) by Julia Kent 15. Read a book with a foot on the cover.
Shopping for a Billionaire, Julia Kent ★★★★ 1/14

16. Read a book with six words in the title
The Sweet Surrender of Janet Buchanan, Paula Quinn ★★★★ 1/8

17. Read a book with a large rating - 4.0 or higher - 4.27
Maybe Someday, Colleen Hoover ★★★★ 12/28

18. Read a book with double numbers in the publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009) - Dec 22, 2020
One More Round, Alice Clayton ★★★★ 1/18

19. Read a book set in your favorite season.
Christmas on the Royal Yacht, Nicole Burnham ★★★★ 1/23

20. Read a book set in the food industry
Murder of a Chocolate-Covered Cherry: A Scumble River Mystery, Denise Swanson ★★★★ 1/2

21. Read a book that has an inspirational tag - X7
A December Bride ★★★★ 1/7

22. Read a book with an athlete in the story.
Skating on Thin Ice, Jami Davenport ★★★ 1/3

23. Read a book with a creative character
Saving Trace, Jill Sanders ★★★★ 12/17

24. Read a book with a character who needs someone else.
Her Dakota Man, Lisa Mondello ★★★ 1/1

25. Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag
Visions in Death, J.D. Robb ★★★★ 12/21

26. Read a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' - 'part'
The Professional: Part 1, Kresley Cole ★★★ 12/25

27. Read a book with a conflict in the story
Double Dare, Rhonda Nelson ★★★ 1/25

The Creed Legacy (Montana Creeds, #7) by Linda Lael Miller 28. Read a book with an animal on the cover.
The Creed Legacy, Linda Lael Miller ★★★★ 1/6

29. Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it
The Unidentified Redhead, Alice Clayton ★★★★ 1/11

30. Read a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.
Maisy's Mirror, Mimi Foster ★★★★ 1/21

BONUS - I love 'a nice warm fire'
A - American King, Sierra Simone ★★★★ 12/17

N - Key of Light, Nora Roberts ★★★★ 1/20
I - I Will Always Love You, Kathryn Shay ★★★ 12/31
C - Christmas Nights, J.H.Croix ★★★ 1/13
E - A Snowy Christmas in Wyoming, E. Ayers ★★★ 1/3

W - Wired, Julie Garwood ★★★ 12/27
A - American Dirt, Jeanine Cummins ★★★★★ 12/19
R - Rock My Body, Michelle A Valentine ★★★ 12/18
M - Mind Reader, Kirsty McManus ★★★★ 12/27

F - Fatal Affair, Marie Force ★★★★ 1/6
I - Boyfriends For Now, Imogen Markwell-Tweed ★★★ 1/4
R - The Rocker Who Holds Me, Terri Anne Browning ★★★ 1/12
E - Mr. President, Katy Evans ★★★ 1/25


message 15: by M (last edited Mar 05, 2021 03:31PM) (new)

M | 659 comments 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻 𝗔 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸𝘀-
𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟬- 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟭
𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟰 -𝟯𝟬 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀 - 𝗜'𝗺 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗵𝘂𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗮.


✅ 1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Beautiful Tears by C.P. Mandara 4⭐ 12/20 (jerk character)

✅ 2.Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Malum: Part 1 by Amo Jones (baby in story) 4⭐ 12/17

✅ 3. Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Follow Me Back by A.L. Jackson 4.5 stars 1/11/21

✅4. Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
Him by Sarina Bowen 4.5 stars 1/28/21

✅ 5. Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
Not My Match by Ilsa Madden-Mills 4 stars 2/15/21

✅ 6. Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Temper Him by Caitlyn Dare (her glasses are round) 4 stars 1/19/21

✅ 7. Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
Bully Me by Selena 3.5 stars 12/24

✅ 8. Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Lord of London Town by Tillie Cole 4⭐ 12/29

✅ 9. Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
Facing The Enemy by M.E. Clayton 3.5/4 stars 1/12/21

✅ 10. Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
Breakers by Bea Paige 5
stars 1/13/21

✅11. Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.
Beautiful Deceit by R.E. Bond (has 272 pages) 4⭐ 12/15

✅ 12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
Opium Skies by C.M. Radcliff ( h has personal growth during the story) 5⭐ 12/16

✅ 13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Malum: Part 2 by Amo Jones (more than 5 books in series) 4 stars 12/23

✅ 14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
Taken by Natasha Knight 3.5 stars 2/19/21 (the old aunt)

✅15. Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
In Ruins 4 stars 12/18

✅ 16. Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
Go Deep by Rilzy Adams (six words in title) 3.5 stars 1/20/21

✅ 17. Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
The Mistake by Elle Kennedy 4.5 stars 1/4/21

✅ 18. Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
The Mafia And His Angel: Part 1 by Lylah James 4 stars 1/5/21

✅ 19. Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
Jock Rule by Sara Ney (favorite author) 4 stars 1/2/21

✅ 20. Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
The Score by Elle Kennedy 5 stars 1/8/21

✅ 21. Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.
The Mafia And His Angel: Part 2 by Lylah James 4.5 stars 1/6/21


✅ 22. Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
Hard to Hold by K. Bromberg 4 stars 12/30

✅ 23. Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.
Striker by Rachel Leigh (new to me author) 4 stars 1/1/21

✅ 24. Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
Beautiful Lies by Alta Hensley 3.5 stars 12/22

✅ 25. Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.Beautiful Torture by C.P. Mandara 4.5⭐ 12/21


✅ 26. Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).
Forever Wild by K.A. Tucker(they celebrate Christmas) 4 stars 1/3/21

✅ 27. Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada. A Vow Of Hate by Lylah James (has conflict) 3.5/4 stars 1/23/21

28. Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
Happily Letter After (tagged dog) 4 stars 3/5/21

✅ 29. Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
Sex, Not Love by Vi Keeland (those eyes!) 4 stars 1/25/21

✅ 30. Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.
Not a Hero by Cherise Sinclair 3 stars 1/18/21



BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.


H - Shacking Up by Helena Hunting 3.5/4 stars 1/7/21
O - On the Edge by C.D. Reiss 4.5⭐ 12/27
T - Tormentor Mine 4 stars 1/11/21

C - Rough Edge by C.D. Reiss 4.5⭐ 12/27
O -- The Obsession by Nikki Sloane 4 stars 1/16/21
C - Broken Edge by C.D. Reiss 4.5⭐ 12/28
O One More Night 3 stars 2/24/21
A - Show Me the Way by A.L. Jackson 4.5/5 stars 1/10/21


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Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1843 comments I'm in!
30/30

Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks-

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
❄️Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
A Soldier Under Her Tree - Kathy Douglass (HSE #2808 - Dec 2020) (mother/sister) - Jan 8

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
❄️Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
The Princess's Christmas Baby - Louisa George (HMED #1142 - Dec 2020) - Dec 18

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
❄️Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Forbidden to the Highland Laird - Sarah Mallory (HH #1544 - Dec 2020) (Ailsa) - Dec 23

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
❄️Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
Magical Blessings - Candace Colt (CPC Publishing - Feb 2020) - Dec 31

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
❄️Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
Ultimate Showdown - Addison Fox (HRS #2115 - Dec 2020) (CSI) - Jan 14


A Soldier Under Her Tree (Sweet Briar Sweethearts Book 8) by Kathy Douglass The Princess's Christmas Baby (Royal Christmas at Seattle General, #4) by Louisa George Forbidden to the Highland Laird (Lairds of Ardvarrick Book 1) by Sarah Mallory Magical Blessings (Cat's Paw Cove #8) by Candace Colt Colton 911 Ultimate Showdown (Colton 911 Grand Rapids #6) by Addison Fox

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
❄️Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
The Vineyard at Painted Moon - Susan Mallery (HQN - Feb 2021) - Feb 3

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
❄️Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
The Bodyguard's Christmas Proposal - Charlotte Hawkes (HMED #1141 - Dec 2020) (Seattle) - Dec 18

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
❄️Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Unexpectedly Wed to the Officer - Jenni Fletcher (HH #1551 - Jan 2021) (England) - Dec 28

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
❄️Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
Ravish Me with Rubies - Jane Feather (Zebra - Feb 2021) - Jan 24

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
❄️Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
How to Avoid the Marriage Mart - Eva Shepherd (HH #1548 - Dec 2020) - Dec 19


The Vineyard at Painted Moon by Susan Mallery The Bodyguard's Christmas Proposal by Charlotte Hawkes Unexpectedly Wed to the Officer by Jenni Fletcher Ravish Me with Rubies (The London Jewels Trilogy Book 3) by Jane Feather How to Avoid the Marriage Mart by Eva Shepherd

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
❄️Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.
Scandal in the VIP Suite - Nadine Gonzalez (HD #278 - Jan 2021) - Jan 13

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
❄️Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
The Viscount's Yuletide Bride - Carol Arens (HH #1541 - Nov 2020) (flowers) - Dec 25

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
❄️Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Operation Mountain Recovery - Justine Davis (HRS #2117 -Dec 2020) - Dec 16

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
❄️Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
Bayou Vows - Geri Krotow (Kensington - Jan 2019) (sky) - Jan 21

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
❄️Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
The Wife He Needs - Brenda Jackson (HD #2773 - Dec 2020) (Book 1) - Dec 15


Scandal in the VIP Suite (Miami Famous #1) by Nadine Gonzalez The Viscount's Yuletide Bride by Carol Arens Operation Mountain Recovery (Cutter's Code, #12) by Justine Davis Bayou Vows (The Bayou Bachelors, #3) by Geri Krotow The Wife He Needs A Boss Employee Vacation Romance by Brenda Jackson

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
❄️Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
A Pup to Rescue Their Hearts - Alison Roberts (HMED #1153 - Feb 2021) - Jan 30

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
❄️Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
A Love for All Time - Sandra Davidson (Zebra - Jan 1993) - Dec 29

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
❄️Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
Portrait of a Forbidden Love - Bronwyn Scott (HH #1550 - Jan 2021) - Jan 5

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
❄️Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
Redwood - Janie Crouch (Calamittie Jane Publishing - Jan 2021) - Jan 6

20. Winter increases your appetite.
❄️Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
The Duke and I - Julia Quinn (Avon - Jan 2000) (can't put down) - Jan 12


A Pup to Rescue Their Hearts by Alison Roberts A Love for All Time by Sandra Davidson Portrait of a Forbidden Love A Sexy Regency Romance by Bronwyn Scott Redwood (Linear Tactical #11) by Janie Crouch The Duke and I (Bridgertons, #1) by Julia Quinn

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
❄️Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.
A Cowboy's Christmas Carol - Brenda Harlen (HSE #2803 - Dec 2020) (ghosts/two people) - Dec 21

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
❄️Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
Her Mountainside Haven - Jo McNally (HSE #2820 - Feb 2021) (skier) - Jan 26

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
❄️Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.
Scarred Santa - Lee Ann Sontheimer Murphy (Clean Reads - Nov 2016) (new author) - Dec 16

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
❄️Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
The Yarn Spinner - Deborah Smith (Belle Books - Jan 2014) - Jan 14

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
❄️Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.
Agent Under Siege - Lena Diaz (HI #1973 - Jan 2021) - Jan 3


A Cowboy's Christmas Carol (Montana Mavericks What Happened to Beatrix? Book 6) by Brenda Harlen Her Mountainside Haven by Jo McNally Scarred Santa by Lee Ann Sontheimer Murphy The Yarn Spinner A Crossroads Café Short Story (The MacBrides, #2.5) by Deborah Smith Agent Under Siege (The Justice Seekers, #2) by Lena Diaz

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
❄️Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).
Her Texas New Year's Wish - Michelle Major (HSE #2809 - Jan 2021) - Jan 4

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
❄️Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.
Bare Devotion - Geri Krotow (Lyrical Press - Sept 2018) (conflict) - Jan 19

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
❄️Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
Boone - Emily March (St. Martins - Jan 2021) (dog on cover) - Dec 28

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
❄️Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
Out of the Storm - BJ Daniels (HQN - Jan 2021) (road trip) - Dec 30

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
❄️Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.
Tudor Christmas Tidings - Blythe Gifford, Jenni Fletcher, Amanda McCabe (HH #1531 - Oct 2020) - Feb 1


Her Texas New Year's Wish (The Fortunes of Texas The Hotel Fortune Book 1) by Michelle Major Bare Devotion (The Bayou Bachelors #2) by Geri Krotow Boone (Eternity Springs The McBrides of Texas, #3) by Emily March Out of the Storm (Buckhorn, Montana, #1) by B.J. Daniels Tudor Christmas Tidings by Blythe Gifford


BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.

12/12

H - Hunted in Conard County - Rachel Lee (HRS #2125 - Feb 2021) - Feb 2
O - One Lucky Cowboy - Carolyn Brown (Sourcebooks Casablanca - Mar 2018) - Feb 26
T - Tempt Me with Diamonds - Jane Feather (Zebra - Jan 2019) - Jan 22

C - Crime Scene Cover-Up - Julie Miller (HI #1969 - Dec 2020) - Jan 25
H - Healed With a Kiss - Sharon Buchbinder (CPC Publishing - Feb 2021) (nurse) - Feb 4
O - Pregnant by the Sheikh - Olivia Gates (HD #2363 - Mar 2015) - Feb 26
C - The Making of Baron Haversmere - Carol Arens (HH #1510 - June 2020) - Jan 29
O - Claiming His Secret Son - Olivia Gates (HD #2387 - July 2015) - Feb 28
L - A Family for the Titanic Survivor - Lauri Robinson (HH #1554 - Jan 2021) - Feb 8
A - A Nice Day for a Cowboy Wedding - Nicole Helm (Kensington - Sept 2018) - Feb 6
T - Back in the Texan's Bed - Naima Simone (HD #2785 - Feb 2021) (series: Texas Cattleman's Club: The Inheritance) - Feb 3
E - An Everyday Hero - Laura Trentham (St. Martin's - Feb 2020) - Jan 28

Hunted in Conard County by Rachel Lee One Lucky Cowboy (Lucky, #2) by Carolyn Brown Tempt Me with Diamonds (The London Jewels Trilogy, #1) by Jane Feather ..... Crime Scene Cover-Up by Julie Miller Healed with a Kiss (Cat's Paw Cove, Book 20) by Sharon Buchbinder Pregnant by the Sheikh (The Billionaire's of Blackcastle #3) by Olivia Gates The Making of Baron Haversmere by Carol Arens Claiming His Secret Son (The Billionaires of Blackcastle #4) by Olivia Gates A Family for the Titanic Survivor An uplifting love story by Lauri Robinson A Nice Day for a Cowboy Wedding (A Mile High Romance #4) by Nicole Helm Back in the Texan's Bed (Texas Cattleman's Club Heir Apparent #1) by Naima Simone An Everyday Hero (Heart of a Hero #2) by Laura Trentham


message 17: by Catherine (last edited Jan 02, 2021 04:57AM) (new)

Catherine Russell | 88 comments Catherine's Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge

❦ Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021 ❦

Level 3: 20 books. I can get into a good snowball fight.

7 of 20 complete.

Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks:

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Book: Smitten by Lauren Rowe
Qualification: Red on the Cover
Read: 23 Dec, 2020
Rating: ★★★★☆
Review: Smitten
Link:
Smitten by Lauren Rowe

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Book: The Bargain by R.G. Angel
Qualification: Baby in the Story
Read: 2 Jan, 2021
Rating: ★★☆☆☆
Review: The Bargain
Link:
The Bargain by R.G. Angel

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Book: Unmasked by Shannon Youngblood
Qualification: Title begins with letter U.
Read: 17 Dec, 2020
Rating: ★★☆☆☆
Review: Unmasked
Link:
Unmasked by Shannon Youngblood

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors).
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae).
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops).
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water).
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Book: Blood of Zeus by Meredith Wild & Angel Payne
Qualification: Published 25 August, 2020.
Read: 15 Dec, 2020
Rating: ★★★★☆
Review: Blood of Zeus
Link:
Blood of Zeus (Blood of Zeus #1) by Meredith Wild

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
Book: The Gathering by L.A. Fiore
Qualification: Older Character; Bain - 500 years old.
Read: 29 Dec, 2020
Rating: ★★★☆☆
Review: The Gathering
Link:
The Gathering (Ivy Blackwood Chronicles, #1) by L.A. Fiore

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
Book: Hunted by Cassandra Faye
Qualification: Six Letters in the Title
Read: 19 Dec, 2020
Rating: ★★★★☆
Review: Hunted
Link:
Hunted by Cassandra Faye

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota).
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.
Book: He Saw Me First by M. Johnson
Qualification: MPG Suspense x3
Read: 24 Dec, 2020
Rating: ★★★★☆
Review: He Saw Me First
Link:
He Saw Me First (Age & Innocence #1) by M. Johnson

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada).
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.



BONUS

Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.

T: The Gathering by L.A. Fiore
U: Unmasked by Shannon Youngblood
R
T: The Bargain by R.G. Angel
L
E
N
E
C: Cassandra Faye - Hunted
K
S: Smitten by Lauren Rowe

TURTLENECKS.


message 18: by Christine (last edited Feb 18, 2021 10:03PM) (new)

Christine | 43 comments Level 4-30 Books ☃️☃️☃️☃️☃️
Dec 15, 2020-March 14-2021 FINISHED FEB 18
Read:30/30 +5/5

1. Book with a red cover Seduce Me at Sunrise 2.5✩ Jan 4
2. Read a book with a pregnancy in the story When He Was Wicked 5✩ Dec 21
3. Read a book with a character with an unusual name. Amarande The Princess Will Save You 3✩ Jan 2
4. Read a book with a colourful cover Endure 4✩JAN 23
5. Read a book with a character in the science field Stalking Jack the Ripper 4✩

Seduce Me at Sunrise (The Hathaways, #2) by Lisa Kleypas When He Was Wicked (Bridgertons, #6) by Julia Quinn The Princess Will Save You (Kingdoms of Sand and Sky, #1) by Sarah Henning Endure (Defy, #3) by Sara B. Larson Stalking Jack the Ripper (Stalking Jack the Ripper, #1) by Kerri Maniscalco

6. Read a book with a 'ballsy' character Seven Ways to Kill a King 3.5✩ Dec 22
7. Read a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name. Romancing Mister Bridgerton 5✩ Dec 15
8.Read a book set in Europe book: The Highlander and the Wallflower 2✩ Jan 9
9. Read a book published in February of any year. Glass Sword 3✩ Jan 5
10. Read a book set in England Mine Till Midnight 4✩ Jan 3

Seven Ways to Kill a King by Melissa Wright Romancing Mister Bridgerton (Bridgertons, #4) by Julia Quinn The Highlander and the Wallflower by Michelle Willingham Glass Sword (Red Queen, #2) by Victoria Aveyard Mine Till Midnight (The Hathaways, #1) by Lisa Kleypas

11. Read a book set in the U.S. The Devil of Downtown 5✩ Dec 15
12. Read a book with a flower on the cover The Suitor 3✩ Jan 12
13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books To Sir Phillip, With Love 4✩ Dec 18
14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) The Iron Legends 5✩Jan 3
15. Read the first book in a series Just Like Heaven 2✩ Dec 24

The Devil of Downtown (Uptown Girls, #3) by Joanna Shupe The Suitor (The Survivors' Club, #1.5) by Mary Balogh To Sir Phillip, With Love (Bridgertons, #5) by Julia Quinn The Iron Legends (The Iron Fey, #1.5, 3.5, 4.5) by Julie Kagawa Just Like Heaven (Smythe-Smith Quartet, #1) by Julia Quinn

16. Read a book you want to keep by your side. The Bridge Kingdom 2✩Jan 8
17. Read a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher. Rhapsodic 3.5✩Jan 11
18. Read a book with a person on the cover Say No to the Duke 3✩ Dec 27
19. Read a book by a favorite author Again the Magic 5✩ Jan 17
20. Read a book you hope you won't want to stop reading. Blitzed 2✩Jan 7

The Bridge Kingdom (The Bridge Kingdom, #1) by Danielle L. Jensen Rhapsodic (The Bargainer, #1) by Laura Thalassa Say No to the Duke (The Wildes of Lindow Castle, #4) by Eloisa James Again the Magic (Wallflowers, #0.5) by Lisa Kleypas Blitzed (Playbook, #3) by Alexa Martin

21. Read a book with more than one person on the cover. A Wallflower Christmas 4✩ Jan 5
22. Read a book set in France The Paris Model 4✩FEB 18
23. Read a book with a creative character Aspirations of a Lady's Maid 2✩ Jan 9
24.Read a book with a character who needs someone else. The Enticing of Miss Standish 3✩ Jan 9
25.Read a book with a complex sounding plot or character. Ignite 4✩ Jan 8
A Wallflower Christmas (Wallflowers, #4.5) by Lisa Kleypas The Paris Model by Alexandra Joel Aspirations of a Lady's Maid by Eva Shepherd The Enticing of Miss Standish by Julia Justiss Ignite (Defy, #2) by Sara B. Larson

26.Read a book with a celebration in the story Mirage 4✩ Dec 20
27. Read a book with a conflict in the story Evernight 3✩ Jan 1
28. Read a book with a shapeshifter Blade & Rose 4✩ Jan 8
29. Read a book that has a title that draws you to it Sorcery of Thorns 4✩ Jan 16
30.Read an anthology The Lady Most Willing... 4✩ Jan 7

Mirage (Mirage, #1) by Somaiya Daud Evernight (Evernight, #1) by Claudia Gray Blade & Rose (Blade and Rose, #1) by Miranda Honfleur Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson The Lady Most Willing... (Lady Most..., #2) by Julia Quinn
BONUS: Cider :)
Read: 5/5

C Crave 5✩ Dec 31
I It's in His Kiss 4✩ Jan 10
D Devil in Winter 3✩ Feb14
E Eloisa James, My Last Duchess 4✩Dec 23
R Red Queen 4✩Dec 23

Crave (Crave, #1) by Tracy Wolff It's in His Kiss (Bridgertons, #7) by Julia Quinn Devil in Winter (Wallflowers, #3) by Lisa Kleypas My Last Duchess (The Wildes of Lindow Castle, #0) by Eloisa James Red Queen (Red Queen, #1) by Victoria Aveyard


message 19: by Tiki (last edited Feb 21, 2021 02:31PM) (new)

Tiki  | 491 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021


Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks-
Level 1 - 5 books-I like the cold when I'm inside, in the warmth. Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight

**29/20 plus bonus round** COMPLETED


❄️1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Wicked Appetite Wicked Appetite (Lizzy & Diesel, #1) by Janet Evanovich by: Janet Evanovich (01/18/21)

❄️2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Triumph Triumph (TriAlpha Chronicles, #4) by Serena Akeroyd by: Serena Akeroyd (12/30/20)

❄️3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Dashing Through the Snow Dashing Through the Snow by Debbie Macomber by: Debbie Macomber (01/05/21)

❄️4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
Leashed Leashed (Dark Underbelly, #3) by Candace Blevins by: Candace Blevins (01/08/21)

❄️5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
The Doctor's Duties The Doctor's Duties by Cariad Hal by: Cariad Hal (01/04/21)

❄️6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Eli's Hellcat Eli's Hellcat by Merel Pierce by: Merel Pierce (01/05/21)

❄️7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
Burn for Me Burn for Me (Hidden Legacy, #1) by Ilona Andrews by: Ilona Andrews (01/18/21)


❄️8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Dark Alpha's Claim Dark Alpha's Claim (Reaper #1; Dark World #22) by Donna Grant by: Donna Grant (01/19/21)

❄️9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
Tidal Wave Tidal Wave (Forces of Nature, #1) by Vivian Arend by: Vivian Arend (01/16/21)

❄️10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
Birching his Bride Birching his Bride (Domestic Discipline Quartet, #1) by Golden Angel by: Golden Angel (01/01/21)

❄️11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count. Pages: 303
King King (King, #1) by T.M. Frazier by: T.M. Frazier (12/23/20)

❄️12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
Baby, Be Mine Baby, Be Mine (Thompson & Sons #1; Rocky Mountain House #7) by Vivian Arend by: Vivian Arend (01/16/21)


❄️13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Fire Bound Fire Bound (Sea Haven/Sisters of the Heart, #5) by Christine Feehan by: Christine Feehan (12/31/20)


❄️14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
A Damsel and a Demigod A Damsel and a Demigod (The Guild Codex Spellbound, #0.5) by Annette Marie by: Annette Marie (12/29/20)

❄️15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
Pierced Pierced (Lucian & Lia, #1) by Sydney Landon by: Sydney Landon (12/21/20)

❄️16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
How to Save an Undead Life How to Save an Undead Life (Beginner's Guide to Necromancy, #1) by Hailey Edwards by: Hailey Edwards (12/28/20)

❄️17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
Bound Together Bound Together (Sea Haven/Sisters of the Heart, #6) by Christine Feehan by: Christine Feehan (01/15/21)

❄️18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009). Page: 336 December 2009
On the Edge On the Edge (The Edge, #1) by Ilona Andrews by: Ilona Andrews (01/11/21)

❄️19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
The Spitfire The Spitfire by Bertrice Small by: Bertrice Small (12/17/20)

❄️20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
December December (The Sacred Omegas #1) by Merel Pierce by: Merel Pierce (01/12/21)

❄️21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.
White Hot White Hot (Hidden Legacy, #2) by Ilona Andrews by: Ilona Andrews (01/21/21)

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

❄️23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.
Christmas Bodyguard Christmas Bodyguard (Guardians, Inc., #1) by Margaret Daley by: Margaret Daley (01/09/21)

❄️24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
The Virgin Manny The Virgin Manny (The Mannies, #1) by Amy Lane by: Amy Lane (01/10/21)

❄️25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.
The Vampire Knitting Club The Vampire Knitting Club (Vampire Knitting Club #1) by Nancy Warren by: Nancy Warren (12/22/20)

❄️26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).
Rocky Mountain Cowboy Christmas Rocky Mountain Cowboy Christmas (Rocky Mountain Cowboys #1) by Katie Ruggle by: Katie Ruggle (01/15/21)

❄️27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.
Her Perfect Mate Her Perfect Mate (X-Ops, #1) by Paige Tyler by: Paige Tyler (01/08/21)

❄️28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
Saving Year Three Saving Year Three (Grim Reaper Academy #3) by Cara Wylde by: Cara Wylde (12/15/20)

❄️29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
Judgment Road Judgment Road (Torpedo Ink #1) by Christine Feehan by: Christine Feehan (01/13/21)

❄️30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.
Wildfire Wildfire (Hidden Legacy, #3) by Ilona Andrews by: Ilona Andrews (01/25/21)



BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.
Example-
My favorite thing about Winter is wearing fuzzy socks-
S: Serena Akeroyd TriAlpha (02/03/21)
N: Serena Nova Queen (02/09/21)
O: Opal Carew His to Command (01/27/21)
W: Annalise Wells Forbidden Fruit (02/15/21)


message 20: by Michele (last edited Jan 24, 2021 08:12PM) (new)

Michele (guilliem) | 55 comments ❄️❄️Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge❄️❄️
(Duration: December 15, 2020- March 14, 2021)

Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter + Bonus

11/30
1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
❄️Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover. Yes & I Love You by Roni Loren - TBR

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
❄️Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story. A Lover's Lament by K.L. Grayson - 12/18/20 (4 1/2*)

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
❄️Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name. What's Worth Keeping by Kara McLaren - 1/15/21 (4*)

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
❄️Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
❄️Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.


Yes & I Love You (Say Everything, #1) by Roni Loren A Lover's Lament by K.L. Grayson What's Worth Keeping A Novel by Kaya McLaren 4 5

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
❄️Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
❄️Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name. Love at First by Kate Clayborn - TBR

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
❄️Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
❄️Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year. Make It Sweet by Kristen Callihan - TBR

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
❄️Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover. Hit Me With Your Best Scot by Suzanne Enoch - TBR


6 Love at First by Kate Clayborn 8 Make It Sweet by Kristen Callihan Hit Me With Your Best Scot (Wild Wicked Highlanders, #3) by Suzanne Enoch

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
❄️Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count. Wish by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff - 12/26/20 (4*)

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
❄️Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover. What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty - 1/8/21 (5*)

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
❄️Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Back in the Game: A gripping and gritty gangland crime thriller set on the streets of Liverpool by Caz Finlay - 12/16/20 (4 1/2*) - (published June 5, 2020)

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
❄️Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover. Destined to Crave by Setta Jay - 12/24/20 (4*)

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
❄️Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.


Wish by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty Back in the Game A gripping and gritty gangland crime thriller set on the streets of Liverpool (Bad Blood, Book 2) by Caz Finlay Destined to Crave (Descended of Guardians, 0.5) by Setta Jay 15

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
❄️Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side. The Forest of Hands and Teeth by Carrie Ryan - 12/26/20 (4*)

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
❄️Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
❄️Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009). The Change Up by Meghan Quinn - 1/21/21 (5*)

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
❄️Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season. Joy to the Duke by Darcy Burke - 12/23/20 (4*)

20. Winter increases your appetite.
❄️Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.


The Forest of Hands and Teeth (The Forest of Hands and Teeth, #1) by Carrie Ryan 17 The Change Up by Meghan Quinn Joy to the Duke (Love is All Around #3) by Darcy Burke 20

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
❄️Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
❄️Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
❄️Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author. Float Plan by Trish Doller - TBR

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
❄️Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
❄️Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character. Too Good to Be True by Carola Lovering - TBR


21 22 Float Plan by Trish Doller 24 Too Good to Be True by Carola Lovering

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
❄️Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte). A Question Mark Is Half a Heart by Sofia Lundberg - TBR

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
❄️Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.
A Change of Pace by Freya Barker - TBR

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
❄️Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover. From the Moon I Watched Her by Emily English Medley - 1/13/21 (4*)

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
❄️Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it. Wild Highway by Devney Perry - TBR

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
❄️Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.


A Question Mark Is Half a Heart by Sofia Lundberg A Change of Pace (Northern Lights, #3) by Freya Barker From the Moon I Watched Her by Emily English Medley Wild Highway (Runaway, #2) by Devney Perry 30


0/8

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.

S - Sliding Home by Jaqueline Snow - 12/20/20 (4*)
W
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A
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Sliding Home (Out of the Park, #2) by Jaqueline Snowe W. E. A. T. E. R. S


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Tania | 215 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021


Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter. - Baby Secret

2. People born during winter months are less irritable. - Geir

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.- Leopard's Rage

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. A Warm Heart in Winter

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste.- The Final Reveal

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs. - Cade

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt. - Erick

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights. - The Cowboy's Christmas Bride

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February. - Reckless Road

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice. - Too Good To Be True

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.- Jager

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. - Talon

13. Snow comes in five categories. - Laszlo

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year. - Off Limits Daddy

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second. - Badger

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides. - Watercolour: Techniques and Tutorials for the Complete Beginner

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick. - Incoming

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.- Billionaire's Unexpected Bride

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season. - Stone's Surrender

20. Winter increases your appetite. - A Moment Like You

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. - The Segonian

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924. - Mistletoe in Paradise

3. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics. - Loved You Once

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter. - Ryland’s Reach

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet. - Call You Mine

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations. - Loves Me Not

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada) - Best Friend's Sister

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter. - Caleb

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. - Defying Our Forever

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer. - Merk's Mistake


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Mony (mony1) | 739 comments 💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️🏒🥅💃

⭐❄️⭐Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks⭐❄️⭐

✅ 1. Book with red on the cover- Hell in a Handbasket- 12/26- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 2. Book with a happy character- Scrooged (novella)- 12/22- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅3. Title begins with letter in 'Thundersnow'-
New Year, New Boo? (novella)- 1/1- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 4. Book with colourful cover- Captive of the Horde King- 12/28- ⭐⭐⭐
✅ 5. Book with food on cover- Bet Me- 1/2-⭐⭐⭐

Hell in a Handbasket (Rose Gardner Investigations, #3) by Denise Grover Swank Scrooged by Vi Keeland New Year, New Boo? by Alexandria House Captive of the Horde King (Horde Kings of Dakkar, #1) by Zoey Draven Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie

✅ 6. Book with a 'ballsy' character- Come Rain or Shine- 12/27- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 7. 'Bb' in the title Bomb: A Day in the Life of Spencer Shrike
(novella)-12/16-⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 8. Read a book set in Europe- Silence Fallen- 12/15- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 9. Read a book published in February- Lucas -12/18- ⭐⭐⭐
✅ 10. Color of sunset on cover- When the Bough Breaks
- 12/28- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Come Rain or Shine (Rose Gardner Investigations #5) by Denise Grover Swank Bomb A Day in the Life of Spencer Shrike (Rook and Ronin Spinoff, #3) by J.A. Huss Silence Fallen (Mercy Thompson, #10) by Patricia Briggs Lucas (Vampires In America, #6) by D.B. Reynolds When the Bough Breaks (Rose Gardner Investigations #6) by Denise Grover Swank

✅ 11. 7 in the page count (427)- The Not-Outcast- 1/2-⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 12. Character that shows growth- "Heiress Alone" novella-
How the Dukes Stole Christmas- 12/18 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 13. Book in series of at least 5 books- Up Shute Creek- 12/27- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 14. Older character-Unforgiven (novella)
(vampire)-12/29-⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 15. First book in a series- Family Jewels-12/25- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Not-Outcast by Tijan How the Dukes Stole Christmas by Tessa Dare Up Shute Creek (Rose Gardner Investigations, #4) by Denise Grover Swank Unforgiven (Vampires in America, #7.5) by D.B. Reynolds Family Jewels (Rose Gardner Investigations, #1) by Denise Grover Swank

✅ 16. Six letters in title- Duncan- 12/19- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 17. Book with a large rating> 4.0 (4.57)-Fallen- 12/21- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 18. Person on cover- (novella)- 1/4-⭐⭐
Happily Ever After: A Day in the Life of the HEA
✅19. A favorite author- Undeniably You by Jewel E Ann- 12/30- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 20. Book you won't want to stop reading- Wasted Lust- 1/3- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Duncan (Vampires in America, #5) by D.B. Reynolds Fallen by Mia Sheridan Happily Ever After A Day in the Life of the HEA (Rook and Ronin, #3.5) by J.A. Huss Undeniably You by Jewel E. Ann Wasted Lust by J.A. Huss

✅ 21. Cover with more than 1 person-Betrayed
(novella)-12/20-⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 22. Athlete in the story- If I'm Being Honest- 1/1- ⭐⭐⭐
✅ 23. Creative character (textiles)- Claimed by the Horde King- 1/5- ⭐⭐
✅ 24.Something HOT on cover-Red Snowflakes (novella)-12/22-⭐⭐
✅ 25. Book with a mystery tag- Mr. Match by Huss- 12/23- ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Betrayed (Vampires in America, #5.5) by D.B. Reynolds If I'm Being Honest by Emily Wibberley Red Snowflakes by Kristal Dawn Harris Claimed by the Horde King (Horde Kings of Dakkar, #2) by Zoey Draven Mr. Match (Mister, #5) by J.A. Huss

✅ 26. RBook with celebration- Guns: The Spencer Book- 12/16- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 27. Read a book with conflict in the story- Three, Two, One 321 - 1/4- ⭐⭐
✅ 28. Read a book with an animal on the cover- For the Birds-12/26- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 29. Book with a cover that draws you to it- Fallen- 12/21- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ 30. Different edition page counts- My Kind of Wonderful 12/24-⭐⭐⭐

Guns The Spencer Book (Rook and Ronin Spinoff, #4) by J.A. Huss Three, Two, One 321  by J.A. Huss For the Birds (Rose Gardner Investigations, #2) by Denise Grover Swank Fallen by Mia Sheridan My Kind of Wonderful (Cedar Ridge, #2) by Jill Shalvis

BONUS - My favorite thing about Winter
✅ N - Nicholas, Erin- Eggnog Makes Her Easy- 12/23- ⭐⭐
✅ A - Aster, Willow- True Love Story- 12/17- ⭐⭐
✅ D - D.B. Reynolds- Relentless (novella)- 12/21-⭐⭐⭐⭐
✅ A - Alexandria House- All I Want (novella)- 12/20- ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Eggnog Makes Her Easy (Boys of the Big Easy, #2.5) by Erin Nicholas True Love Story by Willow Aster Relentless (Vampires in America, #11.5) by D.B. Reynolds All I Want by Alexandria House

💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️🏒🥅💃


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~Melissa~ | 2097 comments ☃️❄️⛄️Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge⛄️❄️☃️
Duration: December 15, 2020 - March 14, 2021
Level 3: 20 books - I can get into a good snowball fight


**There is no minimum page requirement for this challenge.
Audiobooks and rereads are allowed.


Completed
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+Bonus- Bonus can be added to any level

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.
Example-
My favorite thing about Winter is wearing fuzzy socks-
F- Family Camp
U- Unhitched
Z- Rebecca Zanetti- Fated
Z- Zane
Y- Yours to Keep

S- Skye Warren- The Pawn
O- Colleen Oakley- You Were There Too
C-Rough Ride -Chaos Series
K- The Kiss Quotient
S- Melting Ice- Seattle Sockeyes Hockey series




01. ❄️Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.❄️

02. ☃️Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.☃️

03. ❄️Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.❄️

04. ☃️Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.☃️

05. ❄️Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.❄️

06. ☃️Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.☃️

07. ❄️Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.❄️

08. ☃️Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.☃️

09. ❄️Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.❄️

10. ☃️Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.☃️

11. ❄️Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.❄️

12. ☃️Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.☃️

13. ❄️Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.❄️

14. ☃️Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.☃️

15. ❄️Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.❄️

16. ☃️Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.☃️

17. ❄️Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating - 4.0 or higher.❄️

18. ☃️Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).☃️

19. ❄️Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.❄️

20. ☃️Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.☃️

21. ❄️Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.❄️

22. ☃️Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.☃️

23. ❄️Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.❄️

24. ☃️Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.☃️

25. ❄️Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.❄️

26. ☃️Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).☃️

27. ❄️Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.❄️

28. ☃️Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.☃️

29. ❄️Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.❄️

30. ☃️Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.☃️


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⭐❄️⭐Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks⭐❄️⭐

1.Read a book with red on the cover- Hell in a Handbasket or Heartless
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Mony (mony1) | 739 comments Fran wrote: "Mony wrote: "💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️💃⭐🏒🥅 ❄️🍒🎄📚☺️🏒🥅💃

⭐❄️⭐Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks⭐❄️⭐

1.Read a book with red on the cover- Hell in a Handbasket or [book:Heartless|110..."


Gracias Fran!


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Susan A | 2160 comments ☃️❄️⛄️Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge⛄️❄️☃️
Duration: December 15, 2020 - March 14, 2021
Level 4: 30 books - I love everything about Winter!
+Bonus

READ 36/36

1. red on the cover - Snow Kisses for My Omega (Hobson Hills Omegas #2) by C.W. Gray
Snow Kisses for My Omega Dec 15 ★★★
2. happy or optimistic character - The Santa Project Dec 17 ★★
3. title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' - Requiem for Mr. Busybody Dec 30 ★★★★
4. lgbt character - 24 Dates Dec 25 ★★★★
5. food on the cover - Secret Santa by Clare London Secret Santa Dec 31 ★★★

6. something round on the cover - Deck the Halls (Stonewall Investigations, #3.5) by Max Walker Dec 16 ★★★★
Deck the Halls Dec 16 ★★★★
7. set in a city - Amsterdam, Merry Measure Dec 27 ★★★★★
8. set in Europe - (England) Forever My Duke Dec 21 ★★★★
9. published in February - Back in Black Jan 3 ★★★★
10. set in England - When She Was Naughty Dec 31 ★★★★★

11. set in the U.S. - A (Fake) Boyfriend for Christmas Dec 17 ★★★★
12. winter object on the cover - Tic-Tac-Mistletoe by N.R. Walker
Tic-Tac-Mistletoe Dec 16 ★★★★
13. part of a series of at least 5 books - Present Tense Dec 18 ★★★★★
14. an older character (vampires count!) - Christmas For a Vampire Dec 22 ★★★★
15. first book in a series - Love is a Stranger Jan 5 ★★★★★
16. six letters in the title - Jagher Dec 30 ★★★★
17. large book - Carved in Bone Jan 3 ★★★★★
18. person on the cover - Barbarian's Heart (Ice Planet Barbarians, #9) by Ruby Dixon
Barbarian's Heart Dec 22 ★★★★
19. a favorite author - Josh Lanyon, Merry Christmas, Darling! Dec 18 ★★★★
20. hope you won't want to stop reading - Malik Dec 28 ★★★★

21. paranormal tag - Whispers of Old Winds Dec 19 ★★★★
22. sports tag - Power Plays & Straight A's Jan 31 ★★★★
23. new to you author - Wade Lake, Pipe Dec 29 ★★★★
24. something HOT on the cover - Crazy Little Fling (Love & Luck #3) by Isla Olsen Crazy Little Fling Jan 3 ★★★★
25. mystery or suspense tag - Shooting Star Dec 23 ★★★★
26. holiday in the story - Finding Love On Christmas Eve Dec 18 ★★
27. conflict in the story - (divorced characters) Santa's Littlest Helper Dec 16 ★★
28. shapeshifter - Kodiak's Claim Dec 21 ★★★
29. title or cover that draws you to it - An Assassin's Holiday Dec 24 ★★★
30. different page counts depending on the edition Christmas Waltz Dec 21 ★★★★★

BONUS: Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase).
MITTENS

M: Make the Yuletide Gay Dec 23 ★★★★★
I: Ice Planet Barbarians #10, Barbarian's Hope Dec 22 ★★★★
T: Trip Jan 3 ★★★★
T: Tales from the High Court #1, The High King's Golden Tongue Jan 22 ★★★★★
E: Nora Everly, Carpentry and Cocktails Jan 10 ★★★
N: Nick & Carter #2, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, 1986 Jan 1 ★★★
S: A Stitch in Time Dec 23 ★★★


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❄️❄️❄️Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge❄️❄️❄️
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021
24/37 Read

❄️Level 4- 30 books - I love everything about Winter!
+Bonus {SWEATER}

✔ 1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Mistletoe and Mr. Right by Sarah Morgenthaler
December 19th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Meet Me Under the Mistletoe by Brenda Harlen
December 17th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Hidden Ambition by Jules Bennett
January 9th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an LGBT character or a book with a colorful cover.
The Lemon Sisters by Jill Shalvis
January 11th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
Key Lime Pie Murder by Joanne Fluke
January 22nd, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐

✔6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Enjoy the View by Sarah Morgenthaler
January 28th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
High-Priority Asset by Juno Rushdan
February 7th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Pursuit of the Truth by K.D. Richards
February 15th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
The Worst Best Man by Mia Sosa
February 4th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐

✔10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
The Duke Is Mine by Eloisa James
January 14th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐

Mistletoe and Mr. Right (Moose Springs, Alaska #2) by Sarah MorgenthalerMeet Me Under the Mistletoe by Brenda HarlenHidden Ambition (Dynasties Seven Sins #4) by Jules BennettThe Lemon Sisters (Wildstone, #3) by Jill ShalvisKey Lime Pie Murder (Hannah Swensen, #9) by Joanne FlukeEnjoy the View (Moose Springs, Alaska #3) by Sarah MorgenthalerHigh-Priority Asset (Hard Core Justice #3) by Juno RushdanPursuit of the Truth by K.D. RichardsThe Worst Best Man by Mia SosaThe Duke Is Mine (Fairy Tales, #3) by Eloisa James

✔11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.
The Right Swipe by Alisha Rai
February 15th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
The Magic of Christmas by Christi Barth
December 19th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Mine Till Midnight by Lisa Kleypas
January 16th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

❄️14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

✔15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
Engagement and Espionage by Penny Reid
January 7th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

❄️16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

✔17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
After I Do by Taylor Jenkins Reid
January 3rd, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
More than Neighbors by Shannon Stacey
January 30th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
Heart of Evil by Heather Graham
February 11th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
Death by French Roast by Alex Erickson
January 27th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

The Right Swipe (Modern Love, #1) by Alisha RaiThe Magic of Christmas by Christi BarthMine Till Midnight (The Hathaways, #1) by Lisa Kleypas❄️14❄️Engagement and Espionage (Solving for Pie Cletus and Jenn Mysteries #1) by Penny Reid❄️16❄️After I Do by Taylor Jenkins ReidMore than Neighbors (Blackberry Bay, #1) by Shannon StaceyHeart of Evil (Krewe of Hunters #2) by Heather GrahamDeath by French Roast (A Bookstore Cafe Mystery #8) by Alex Erickson

✔21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.
The Boyfriend Project by Farrah Rochon
February 3rd, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
A Winning Season by Rochelle Alers
February 10th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.
Looking for a Cowboy by Donna Grant
January 21st, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
Second Chance on Cypress Lane by Reese Ryan
February 13th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.
A Change of Heart by Sonali Dev
February 20th, 2021 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

❄️26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

❄️27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

❄️28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

❄️29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

❄️30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.

The Boyfriend Project (The Boyfriend Project, #1) by Farrah RochonA Winning Season (Wickham Falls Weddings #10) by Rochelle AlersLooking for a Cowboy (Heart of Texas #5) by Donna GrantSecond Chance on Cypress Lane (Holly Grove Island, #1) by Reese RyanA Change of Heart (Bollywood, #3) by Sonali Dev❄️26❄️❄️27❄️❄️28❄️❄️29❄️❄️30❄️

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message 29: by Mary (last edited Jan 15, 2021 01:13AM) (new)

Mary  (wimew) | 250 comments I'll do this at level one (maybe more)
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1.Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow'
Elijah Wolfe by Sandi Lynn 1/10
4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with food on the cover.
Cappuccinos, Cupcakes, and a Corpse by Harper Lin 1/2

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city: Set in New York
An Ace and A Pairby Blake Banner 1/5

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. Set in NJ Fortune and Glory by Janet Evanovich 1/1

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
a book with 5 in the page count 352 P
Wrapped and Strapped by Lorelei James 1/3

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.

Fortune and Glory (Stephanie Plum, #27) by Janet Evanovich Cappuccinos, Cupcakes, and a Corpse (Cape Bay Cafe Mystery, #1) by Harper Lin Wrapped and Strapped (Blacktop Cowboys, #7) by Lorelei James An Ace and A Pair (Dead Cold Mystery #1) by Blake Banner Elijah Wolfe (Wolfe Brothers #1) by Sandi Lynn

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word

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Leena Aluru (mgleena) | 250 comments Im in for 5 books
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message 31: by ~Teresa (last edited Feb 08, 2021 06:54PM) (new)

 ~Teresa | 352 comments ❄️Walking In A Winter Wonderland Challenge❄️
December 15 ~ March 14, 2020
Level 3 ~ 20 Books
Progress: 22/20

☃️1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.

The Guy Next Door ~ jerk character ~ 1/31/2021

☃️2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.

A Nordic King ~ Twin boys are born to Queen Aurora ~ 1/29/2021

☃️3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.

The Santa Society ~ title begins with S found in ‘THUNDERSNOW’ ~ 12/16/2020

☃️4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

Filthy Rich Boys ~ lgbt character ~ 1/26/2021

☃️5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.

Shadow Falling ~ Lynne Harmony is the former head of the CDC’s Infectious Disease Unit and is currently working to synthesize vitamin B in the body. ~ 1/16/2021

☃️6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

Lost Girls ~ ‘ballsy’ character ~ MC Kim Stone ~ 12/20/2020

☃️7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

Sounds to Die By ~ set in a city, Miami ~ 2/1/2021

☃️8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

Oh, Christmas Night ~ Christmas lights are seen on the cover ~ 12/15/2020

☃️9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

The Blue Castle ~ Book is set in Ontario Canada ~ 12/23/2020

☃️10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

The Midnight Library ~ Book is set in England ~ 1/10/2021

☃️11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.

Murder, She Barked ~ This book has 304 pages, therefore an 0 in the page count ~ 1/12/2021

☃️12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

A Slow Dance Holiday ~ Winter object on the cover ... snow ~ 12/21/2020


☃️13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.

Cutie Pies and Deadly Lies ~ Over 5 Books in this series ~ 1/5/2021

☃️14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

Once Broken ~ 1/14/2021 ~ Valan and ancient vampire and Alex and ancient werewolf

☃️ 15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

Sweet Revenge ~ 1/6/2021 ~ First Book in the Sweet Shop Cozy Mystery series

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

☃️17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

Cold Blooded ~ Rating of 4.12 ~ 1/2/2021

☃️18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

Chasing Darkness ~ This version published March of 2020, originally published 3/1/2002: Double numbers ~ 12/26/2020

☃️19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

Cross Her Heart ~ Melinda Leigh ~ Favorite author ~ 1/19/2021

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

☃️23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

A Fresh Start ~ 1st time I have read this author ~ 12/20/2020

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

☃️25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

Winters Heat ~ Suspense ~ 1/3/2021

☃️26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

The Country Guesthouse ~ Celebrations in book, a marriage and an adoption ~ 1/17/2021

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

☃️ 28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

Fatal Frost ~ 1/9/2021 Fatal Frost (Dewberry Farm Mysteries, #2) by Karen MacInerney ~ Animals on the cover.


29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.

Lost Girls (DI Kim Stone, #3) by Angela Marsons The Santa Society by Kristine McCord Oh, Christmas Night by Jane Porter A Fresh Start by Somer Canon The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery A Slow Dance Holiday (Honky Tonk Cowboys #4.5) by Carolyn Brown Chasing Darkness by Danielle Girard Cutie Pies and Deadly Lies (Murder in the Mix, #1) by Addison Moore Winters Heat (Titan, #1) by Cristin Harber Cold Blooded (A Rick Bentz/Reuben Montoya Novel) by Lisa Jackson Sweet Revenge (Sweets Shop, #1) by Maisy Morgan Fatal Frost (Dewberry Farm Mysteries, #2) by Karen MacInerney The Midnight Library by Matt Haig Murder, She Barked (Paws and Claws Mystery, #1) by Krista Davis Once Broken (The Remington Hart Series, Book 1) by H. Anne Henry Shadow Falling (The Scorpius Syndrome, #2) by Rebecca Zanetti The Country Guesthouse (Sullivan's Crossing, #5) by Robyn Carr Filthy Rich Boys (Rich Boys of Burberry Prep, #1) by C.M. Stunich A Nordic King (Nordic Royals, #3) by Karina Halle The Guy Next Door by Paul Phillips Cross Her Heart (Bree Taggert, #1) by Melinda Leigh Sounds to Die By (Sensory Ops, #1) by Nikki Duncan


message 32: by JoAnne (last edited Mar 06, 2021 09:41AM) (new)

JoAnne | 1079 comments RRRC Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021
Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter!
24/30 Read

Tasks:

1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character.
Badd Luck Jasinda Wilder 12/31/20 (Badd Brothers #5)

2. Read a bookwith a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Dance Away with Me Susan Elizabeth Phillips 1/2/21

3. Read a book with a title with an unusual name.
Badd Mojo Jasinda Wilder 1/1/21

4. Read a book with a colorful cover.
Yule Log Eulogy (MURDER IN THE MIX Book 16) by Addison Moore Yule Log Eulogy Addison Moore 1/4/21

5. Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.

6. Read a book with something round on the cover. fountain
Back in Her Arms (Southern Comfort Series #4) by Bria Marche Back in Her Arms Bria Marche 3/3/21

7. Read a book set in a city with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title.
Bartonville, Oregon The Last Sister Kendra Elliot 2/23/21

8. Read a book set in Europe.
His Christmas Princess Kathleen O'Brien 12/25/20 (The Princess Brides Book 2)

9. Read a book set in Canada AND a book published in February of any year.
published February 2nd 2021 A Stranger in Town Kelley Armstrong 2/25/21

10. Read a book tagged Historical.
The Moonspinners Mary Stewart 1/15/21

11. Read a book set in the U.S.
Kiss Me, Kate Mari Carr 1/26/21

12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth.
Stuart Man Overboard J.A. Jance 1/7/21

13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books.
6 books Daughters of Wild Rose Bay Susanne O'Leary 1/25/21

14. Read a book with an older character AND a book with a sky on the cover.
Lighthouse Cottage Barbara Cool Lee 1/3/21

15. Read the first book in a series.
The Tourist Attraction Sarah Morgenthaler 1/8/21 (Moose Springs, Alaska #1)

16. Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. Read a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
4.17 Dream Chaser Kristen Ashley 1/18/21

18. Read a book with double numbers in publishing date.
2007 Now & Then Robert B. Parker 1/21/21

19. Read a book by a favorite author.
Troubles in Paradise Elin Hilderbrand 1/31/21

20. Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. Read a book with more than one person on the cover.
Like a Winter Snow (Port Willis) by Lindsay Harrel Like a Winter Snow Lindsay Harrel 2/11/21

22. Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. Read a book from a new to you author.
The Magnolia Sisters Michelle Major 1/22/21

24. Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover.
The Farthest Edge (Honey, #2) by Kristen Ashley The Farthest Edge Kristen Ashley 2/8/21

25. Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag.
The Night Swim Megan Goldin 12/24/20

26. Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story.
Christmas Mistletoe and Mr. Right Sarah Morgenthaler 1/10/21

27. Read a book with a conflict in the story.
The Merriest Magnolia Michelle Major 1/24/21

28. Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Read a book that has a title othat draws you to it.
Deep in the Alaskan Woods Karen Harper 1/15/21

30. Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.


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Mx Phoebe (mxphoebesviewpoint) | 1 comments 17/30

1. a book with red on the cover.

2. Read a book with a happy or optimistic character

3. Read a book with a title or character with an unusual name: Dagny.

4. Read a book with an lgbt character

5. Read a book with a character in a science field: anthrpotic forensics

Snow Globes and Candy Canes A Sweet & Sexy Gender Swap Romance by Sally Bend Hexes and Vexes (Amethyst's Wand Shop Mysteries, #1) by Laura Greenwood Kismet by T.B. Markinson Déjà Vu by Lawrence I. Hill The Comfort of Distance by Ryburn Dobbs

6. Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Read a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. Read a book set in Canada

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

Witch, Cat, and Cobb by J.K. Pendragon
Holidays in Blue by Eve Morton

11. Read a book set in the U.S.

12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth

13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books

14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!)

15. Read the first book in a series

Right Motive (Murder in Alaska, #0.5) by Christina Dodd Advanced Dragon Studies (Ember Academy for Magical Beings, #1) by L.C. Mawson Best Lesbian Erotica of the Year, Volume 5 by Sinclair Sexsmith The Whispering Grass (The Galactic Pantheon #2.6) by Alyce Caswell Advanced Demonology (Ember Academy for Magical Beings, #0.5) by L.C. Mawson

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. Read a book with a person on the cover

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

A Christmas to Die For by Jessica Frances

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. Read a book set in France

23. Read a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag

The T Girl's Christmas A Shemale Romance by Sally Mays A Touch of Death (The Outlands Pentalogy #1) by Rebecca Crunden
Wrong Alibi (Murder in Alaska, #1) by Christina Dodd

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.



BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.

to read more about my challenge update: https://phoebesrandoms.wordpress.com/...


message 34: by LaurLa (last edited Mar 19, 2021 11:35AM) (new)

LaurLa | 5085 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
December 15 - March 14

My Walking in a Winter Wonderland Challenge (msg 34)

Level 4: 30 Books + Bonus
Books Read: 30 | Bonus Books Read: 10

Fall Into Me (Thrillseekers Anonymous, #3) by Julia London Mine After Dark (Gansett Island, #17) by Marie Force Well Played (Well Met, #2) by Jen DeLuca Chasing Stanley (New York Blades, #5) by Deirdre Martin A Few Pecans Short of a Pie (Southern Eclectic #2.5) by Molly Harper Barefoot Season (Blackberry Island, #1) by Susan Mallery Fatal Fraud (Fatal, #16) by Marie Force Kitty Goes to Washington (Kitty Norville, #2) by Carrie Vaughn Incarnate (Nameless, #1.8) by Claire Kent Champagne Toast (Love of My Life, #2) by Melissa Brown

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter
🔹Read a book with a 'jerk' character
🔹Fall Into Me - 12.15 ★★★★

2. People born during winter months are less irritable
🔹Read a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story
🔹Mine After Dark - 12.31 ★★★★

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon
🔹Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow'
🔹Well Played - 12.18 ★★★

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple
🔹Read a book a colorful cover
🔹Chasing Stanley - 01.09 ★★★

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste
🔹Read a book with food on the cover
🔹A Few Pecans Short of a Pie - 12.29 ★★★

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs
🔹Read a book with a 'ballsy' character
🔹Barefoot Season - 12.19 ★★★★

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt
🔹Read a book set in a city
🔹Fatal Fraud - 02.01 ★★★★

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights
🔹Read a book with a light source on the cover
🔹Kitty Goes to Washington - 12.31 ★★★

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February
🔹Read a book published in February of any year
🔹Incarnate - 12.15 ★★★★

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice
🔹Read a book a book with a color of the sunset on the cover
🔹Champagne Toast - 12.20 ★★★

When Snow Falls (Whiskey Creek, #2) by Brenda Novak Unexpected Endings (Castle Mountain Lodge, #2.5) by Elena Aitken Dawn of Surrender (The MacKenzie Family, #12.5) by Liliana Hart Almost Just Friends (Wildstone, #4) by Jill Shalvis One Week Girlfriend (One Week Girlfriend, #1) by Monica Murphy Accidentally in Love with...a God? (Accidentally Yours, #1) by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff Apprentice in Death (In Death, #43) by J.D. Robb Before the Midnight Bells (Once Upon A Romance, #1) by Jessica Woodard One Night Stand-In (Boyfriend Material #4) by Lauren Blakely Even Tree Nymphs Get the Blues (Mystic Bayou, #2.5) by Molly Harper

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s
🔹Read a book set in the U.S.
🔹When Snow Falls - 01.05 ★★★★

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter
🔹Read a book with a winter object on the cover
🔹Unexpected Endings - 12.20 ★★★

13. Snow comes in five categories
🔹Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books
🔹Dawn of Surrender - 01.09 ★★★★

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year
🔹Read a book with a book with a sky on the cover
🔹Almost Just Friends - 12.25 ★★★★

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second
🔹Read the first book in a series
🔹One Week Girlfriend - 02.13 ★★★★

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides
🔹Read a book with six words in the title
🔹Accidentally in Love with...a God? - 01.03 ★★★★

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick
🔹Read a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher
🔹Apprentice in Death - 12.23 ★★★★

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet
🔹Read a book with with double numbers in the page count or publishing date
🔹Before the Midnight Bells - 02.14 ★★★★

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season
🔹Read a book by a favorite author
🔹One Night Stand-In - 12.29 ★★★★

20. Winter increases your appetite
🔹Read a book set in the food industry
🔹Even Tree Nymphs Get the Blues - 01.01 ★★★★

Sweep with Me (Innkeeper Chronicles, #4.5) by Ilona Andrews Yours to Keep (Man of the Year, #2) by Lauren Layne Undercover (The Surgical Strike Unit, #0.5) by Vanessa Kier When You Were Mine (The Moreno Brothers #1.6) by Elizabeth Reyes Bone Appetit (Sarah Booth Delaney, #10) by Carolyn Haines White Hot Christmas by Lauren Layne Panda and the Kitty (Furry United Coalition #8) by Eve Langlais Christmas Dinner by Robyn Neeley The Truest Thing (Hart's Boardwalk, #4) by Samantha Young By the Pricking of My Thumbs (Tommy and Tuppence, #4) by Agatha Christie

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000
🔹Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag
🔹Sweep with Me - 12.26 ★★★★

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924
🔹Read a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story
🔹Yours to Keep - 12.28 ★★★★

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics
🔹Read a book from a new to you author
🔹Undercover - 12.21 ★★★

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter
🔹Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover
🔹When You Were Mine - 01.10 ★★★

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet
🔹Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag
🔹Bone Appetit - 12.27 ★★★★

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations
🔹Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story
🔹White Hot Christmas - 12.30 ★★★

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people
🔹Read a book set in Canada
🔹Panda and the Kitty - 12.27 ★★★

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter
🔹Read a book with an animal or moon on the cover
🔹Christmas Dinner - 12.19 ★★★

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow
🔹Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it
🔹The Truest Thing - 02.03 ★★★★

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer
🔹Read a book that has different page counts depending on the edition
🔹By the Pricking of My Thumbs - 01.08 ★★★


BONUS - My favorite thing about Winter is FAMILY TIME

Faking Ms. Right (Dirty Martini Running Club #1) by Claire Kingsley Always Been Mine (The Moreno Brothers, #2) by Elizabeth Reyes Maliciously Obedient (Obedient, #1) by Julia Kent I Want You Back (Want You, #1) by Lorelei James Last Year's Bride (The Great Wedding Giveaway, #8) by Anne McAllister Your French Kisses (Boyfriend Material, #5) by Lauren Blakely 🔹 Tell Me No Lies (Lily's House, #2) by Rachel Ann Nunes In Love Again (Unruly Royals, #3) by Megan Mulry Girl, Wash Your Face Stop Believing the Lies about Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be by Rachel Hollis Emerald Blaze (Hidden Legacy, #5) by Ilona Andrews

✔🔹F - Faking Ms. Right - 01.16 ★★★★
✔🔹A - Always Been Mine - 03.02 ★★★
✔🔹M - Maliciously Obedient - 01.11 ★★★★
✔🔹I - I Want You Back - 01.17 ★★★★
✔🔹L - Last Year's Bride - 12.23 ★★★★
✔🔹Y - Your French Kisses - 03.09 ★★★

✔🔹T - Tell Me No Lies - 01.10 ★★★
✔🔹I - In Love Again - 02.21 ★★★★
✔🔹M - Meant to Be - 02.06 ★★★★
✔🔹E - Emerald Blaze - 01.14 ★★★★


Sallie(GeorgiaGirl) (shuga) | 1190 comments I’m in...


message 36: by Mamacita aka MawMaw (last edited Dec 27, 2020 01:21PM) (new)

Mamacita aka MawMaw  (mamawantsbedtimestory) | 989 comments Mama's Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

Books Completed 0/30


Level 4 - 30 books-I love everything about Winter!

(view spoiler)



1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.



BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.
Example-
My favorite thing about Winter is all the Winter & Christmas Decor

D
E
C
O
R


message 37: by Aminko (last edited Feb 21, 2021 03:00PM) (new)

Aminko | 653 comments Walking In A Winter Wonderland
15 December, 2020 to 14 March, 2021

Level 1 - 5 books-I like the cold when I'm inside, in the warmth
Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight
Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter!


Read:
Level 1 - 3/5


1. Welcome to Temptation by Jennifer Crusie
✔️ Christmas Babies for the Italian by Lynne Graham (7/2/2021)
3. LIFEL1K3 by Jay Kristoff
4. Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
5. Attraction by Penny Reid

Welcome to Temptation (Dempseys, #1) by Jennifer Crusie Christmas Babies for the Italian (Innocent Christmas Brides #2) by Lynne Graham LIFEL1K3 (Lifelike, #1) by Jay Kristoff Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston Attraction (Elements of Chemistry, #1; Hypothesis, #1.1) by Penny Reid

6. Mercury Striking by Rebecca Zanetti
✔️ Cruel Fortune by K.A. Linde (16/1/2021)
8. One Hot Italian Summer by Karina Halle
9. Gabriel's Inferno by Sylvain Reynard
10. A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean

Mercury Striking (Scorpius Syndrome, #1) by Rebecca Zanetti Cruel Fortune (Cruel, #2) by K.A. Linde One Hot Italian Summer by Karina Halle Gabriel's Inferno (Gabriel's Inferno, #1) by Sylvain Reynard A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean

11. Love Unscripted by Tina Reber
12. The Maid of Fairbourne Hall by Julie Klassen
13. Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward
14. Deep Kiss of Winter by Kresley Cole
15. Fever Claim by Marie Johnston

Love Unscripted (Love, #1) by Tina Reber The Maid of Fairbourne Hall by Julie Klassen Lover Awakened (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #3) by J.R. Ward Deep Kiss of Winter (Includes Immortals After Dark, #7; Alien Huntress, #3.5) by Kresley Cole Fever Claim (The Sigma Menace #1) by Marie Johnston

16. How to Drive a Dragon Crazy by G.A. Aiken
17. Rock Chick Revolution by Kristen Ashley
✔️ Hollywood Dirt by Alessandra Torre (31/1/2021)
19. When an Omega Snaps by Eve Langlais
20. Hands Down by Mariana Zapata

How to Drive a Dragon Crazy (Dragon Kin, #6) by G.A. Aiken Rock Chick Revolution (Rock Chick, #8) by Kristen Ashley Hollywood Dirt (Hollywood Dirt, #1) by Alessandra Torre When an Omega Snaps (A Lion's Pride, #3) by Eve Langlais Hands Down by Mariana Zapata

21. Wolf Gone Wild by Juliette Cross
22. The Trouble With Quarterbacks by R.S. Grey
23. Confess by Colleen Hoover
24. Slow Burn by Pamela Clare
25. Wolf Trouble by Paige Tyler

Wolf Gone Wild (Stay a Spell, #1) by Juliette Cross The Trouble With Quarterbacks by R.S. Grey Confess by Colleen Hoover Slow Burn (Colorado High Country #2) by Pamela Clare Wolf Trouble (SWAT Special Wolf Alpha Team, #2) by Paige Tyler

26. Simply Irresistible by Jill Shalvis
27. Dragon Desire by Emilia Hartley
28. Thrill of the Chase by Layla Nash
29. Bound by Honor by Cora Reilly
30. Trick or Treat Me by Sophie Brooks

Simply Irresistible (Lucky Harbor, #1) by Jill Shalvis Dragon Desire (Tooth & Claw #1) by Emilia Hartley Thrill of the Chase (City Shifters the Pride, #1) by Layla Nash Bound by Honor (Born in Blood Mafia Chronicles, #1) by Cora Reilly Trick or Treat Me by Sophie Brooks


message 38: by Courtney (new)

Courtney K (cklueh) | 510 comments I have to go with Making Snow Angels (10) as that is my favorite thing to do, if only there were enough snow here.


message 39: by Mary (new)

Mary Hogan | 2 comments I enjoy making snow angels :)

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.


message 40: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Dec 31, 2020 08:47AM) (new)

Fran | 12278 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

6/10 Read

Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
+Bonus-Tell us your favorite thing about Winter
(haven't decided on word or phrase yet)

1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
2. Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
3. No Reservations 12/15
4. Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
5.Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
6. Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
7. Gifting Me To His Best Friend 12/27
8. Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
9. Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
10. Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
11. Heaven Can't Wait- 90 pages- 12/20
12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
13. Stalking Her Sweetly- 145 pages 12/30
14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
15. Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
16. Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
17. Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
18. Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
19. Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
20. Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
21. Quiet Man 12/22- two on cover
22. Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
23. Cuffed For Love 12/17
24. Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
25. Bedded by Her Bodyguard 12/21
26. Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).
27. Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.
28. Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
29. Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
30. Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.


No Reservations (Fusion #4.5) by Kristen Proby Cuffed For Love by Ella Goode Heaven Can't Wait (I-Team, #1.5) by Pamela Clare Bedded by Her Bodyguard (Billionaire Bodyguard, #2.5) by Kristi Avalon Quiet Man (Dream #0.5; Dream Man #4.5) by Kristen Ashley Gifting Me To His Best Friend (A Touch of Taboo #2) by Katee Robert Stalking Her Sweetly by MINK


message 41: by Deanie (last edited Apr 23, 2021 10:48AM) (new)

Deanie Nelder | 87 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021


1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.
Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
The Griffin's Christmas Bride by Zoe Chant - 12/26/2020

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Baby Daddy by Kendall Ryan - 12/31/2020

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Operation: Romeo by Kat Cantrell - 12/29/2020

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple.
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
Untamed by Glennon Doyle - 1/29/2021

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste.
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
Pop Goes the Murder (Popcorn Shop Mystery #2) by Kristi Abbott Pop Goes the Murder by Kristi Abbott - 1/16/2021

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Once Upon a Romance by Alex Bailey - 12/24/2020

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.
A Ghostly Light by Juliet Blackwell - 1/6/2021

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Alpine for You by Maddy Hunter - 1/2/2021

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.
Prince of Time by Rebecca York - 1/31/2021

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
Tuesday Night Club by Agatha Christie - 2/22/2021

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.
Oklahoma Christmas Blues by Maggie Shayne - 12/26/2020 (176 pages)

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
Buried in Books (A Bibliophile Mystery, #12) by Kate Carlisle Buried in Books by Kate Carlisle - 2/6/2021

13. Snow comes in five categories.
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Beast of Rosemead: A Retelling of Beauty and the Beast by Lucy Tempest - 1/2/2021

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
Island Investigation (Caribbean Cruise Cozy Mystery Book 6) by Susan Harper Island Investigation by Susan Harper - 2/1/2021

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.
Death on Tap by Ellie Alexander - 1/16/2021

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
Wicked by Eliza Gayle - 2/28/2021

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
Surviving Raine by Shay Savage - 3/14/2021

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
The Girl with the Silver Eyes by Willo Davis Roberts - 1/30/2021 (211 pages)

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
Brotherhood in Death by J.D. Robb - 1/2/2021

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
Betting on Benny by M.J. Nightingale - 2/7/2021

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.
Once Hunted, Twice Shy by Mandy M. Roth - 1/3/2021

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
Love Under Quarantine by Kylie Scott - 1/29/2021

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.
In Cold Pursuit: A Mystery from the Last Continent by Sarah Andrews - 1/30/2021

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
Fate of the Gods: A Reverse Harem Romance by Laura Wylde - 1/30/2021

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.
And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie - 3/13/2021

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).
Part Time Lover by Lauren Blakely - 3/14/2021

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.
Glory in Death by J.D. Robb - 3/10/2021

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
Tropical Christmas Stag by Zoe Chant - 12/24/2020

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow.
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
Island of Glass by Nora Roberts - 1/29/2021

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.
Mirror, Mirror by J.D. Robb - 12/27/2020

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase).

D - Stranded With The Prince by Dana Marton - 2/28/2021
R - Until Leo by Rochelle Paige - 2/24/2021
I - Island Ice by Rachelle Vaughn - 2/24/2021
N - Stranded by Nicholas Jordan - 3/13/2021
K - Beyond the Sea by Keira Andrews - 3/14/2021
I - Island by Richard Laymon - 3/14/2021
N - Nerd in Shining Armor by Vicki Lewis Thompson - 2/27/2021
G - Wrecked & Yours by Gabi Moore - 3/13/2021

H - Lovewrecked by Karina Halle - 3/7/2021
O - One Book in the Grave by Kate Carlisle - 2/27/2021
T - Trial by Fire by Jeff Probst - 2/24/2021

C - Stranded with a Billionaire by Jessica Clare - 2/28/2021
O - Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell - 3/14/2021
C - Until Kayla by C.C. Monroe - 2/25/2021
O - On the Island by Tracey Garvis Graves - 3/13/2021
A - All Washed Up & Nowhere to Run by Rosamund Snow - 3/5/2021


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Kesha | 705 comments Walking In A Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Level 3: 20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight
Read: 16/20


1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character.
Steal Me - Lauren Layne 1-18-21

2. Read a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
Russian Billionaire's Baby - Kara Kash 1-2-21

3. Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow.
Nearest Thing to Heaven - Lynnette Austin 1-5-21

4. Read a book with an lgbt character.
A Match Made in Hell - Terri Garey 3-3-21

5. Read a book with food on the cover.
Knead to Know (The Knead to Know Series Book 1) by Liz Schulte Knead to Know - Liz Schulte 3-13-21

8. Read a book set in Europe.
Never Love a Highlander Maya Banks 2-13-21

9. Read a book published in February of any year.
My Best Friend and My Odd Side Job (2-18-20) - Jessie Cal 1-1-21

10. Read a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
Hillbilly Rockstar (Blacktop Cowboys, #6) by Lorelei James Hillbilly Rockstar - Lorelei James 1-13-21

11. Read a book set in the U.S.
Intimate Negotiations: A workplace surprise pregnancy romance - Nicki Night 2-4-21

12. Read a book with a winter object on the cover.
A Real Cowboy for Christmas (Wyoming Rebels, #6) by Stephanie RoweA Real Cowboy for Christmas - Stephanie Rowe 12-22-20

13. Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books.
Dark Taste of Rapture - Gena Showalter 1-12-21

14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!).
Lucavarious - Stephanie Burke 1-16-21

15. Read the first book in a series.
Royally Bad - Lee Savino1-2-21

16. Read a book with six letters in the title.
Rivals - M.L. Preston 3-14-21

17. Read a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
Devil May Cry (4.67 rating) - Sherrilyn Kenyon 2-27-21

18. Read a book with a person on the cover.
The Billionaire Bull Rider (Morgan Ranch, #5) by Kate PearceThe Billionaire Bull Rider - Kate Pearce 1-25-21

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada.

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.



message 43: by Suzanne (last edited Jan 12, 2021 11:27PM) (new)

Suzanne (esmerelda1) | 2244 comments Romance Readers Reading Challenges
Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021
Duration:
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

Progress: 19 out of 40

The Winter season has some really unique and interesting characteristics. I learned a bunch of new and cool facts! If you would like to learn a little more about any of the below fun facts, please check out this website- Winter Facts

Pick a level and begin reading on December 15th!

Level 1 - 5 books-I like the cold when I'm inside, in the warmth
Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight
Level 4- 30 books-I love everything about Winter!
+Bonus- Bonus can be added to any level

**There is no minimum page requirement for this challenge.
Audiobooks and rereads are allowed.
You can always add levels as you go.
You may update your original post with your progress or repost , it is your choice. But please repost upon completion**



message 44: by Suzanne (last edited Jan 12, 2021 11:27PM) (new)

Suzanne (esmerelda1) | 2244 comments Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks-

1. Red squirrels make mushroom jerky to prepare for the winter.

Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
Bram Stoker's Dracula by Roy Thomas - ***** - 12/30/2020 - 136 Pages - Red on Cover

Bram Stoker's Dracula by Roy Thomas

2. People born during winter months are less irritable.
Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story:
Keep Moving: And Other Tips and Truths About Aging by Dick Van Dyke - *** - 12/17/2020 - 264 Pages - Optimistic Character

Keep Moving And Other Tips and Truths About Aging by Dick Van Dyke

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name.
Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel - ***** - 12/16/2020 - 333 Pages - S in Thundersnow

Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
The Backstagers, Vol. 3: Encore by James Tynion IV - ***** - 12/18/2020 - 96 Pages

The Backstagers, Vol. 3 Encore by James Tynion IV

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
Meal by Blue Delliquanti - ***** - 12/18/2020 - 150 Pages - Food on Cover

Meal by Blue Delliquanti

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
Let's Make Ramen!: A Comic Book Cookbook by Hugh Amano - ***** - 1/2/2020 - 192 Pages - Round Bowl

Let's Make Ramen! A Comic Book Cookbook by Hugh Amano

7. Some cities use beet juice, beer waste, and pickle brine on icy winter roads instead of salt.
Read a book set in a city or a book with the letter 'Bb' somewhere in the title or author's name.

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare - **** - 12/17/2020 - 288 Pages - Set in Europe

Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare

9. There's an annual International Hair Freezing Contest in Canada every February.
Read a book set in Canada or a book published in February of any year.

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.

11. Shovel racing started in New Mexico in the 1970s.
Read a book set in the U.S. or a book with a 7 or 0 in the page count.
Cat Kid Comic Club: From the Creator of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey - ***** - 12/29/2020 - 176 Pages

Cat Kid Comic Club From the Creator of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey

12. There are plenty of flowers that bloom in the winter. ( winter pansies, lenten roses (which are also known as Christmas roses), winter aconite, and snowdrops)
Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.

13. Snow comes in five categories. ( There is dry snow (0% water), moist snow (less than 3%), wet snow (btw. 3% & 8%), very wet snow (btw. 8% and 15%), and slush, or snow that is 15% water)
Read a book that is part of a series of at least 5 books or a book with a 5 in the publishing date or page count or number of reviews.
Isabellae Volume 1 by Raule - ***** - 12/18/2020 - 152 Pages - 5 in page count

Isabellae Volume 1 by Raule

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
Never After by Rebecca Lickiss - ***** - 1/6/2021 - 261 Pages

Never After by Rebecca Lickiss

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover.

16. Snowflakes almost always have six sides.
Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.

17. The largest snowflake on record measured 15 inches wide and 8 inches thick.
Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.

18. The tallest snowperson on record stood over 122 feet.
Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
Jughead: The Hunger vs. Vampironica by Frank Tieri - ***** - 12/18/2020 - 144 Pages - double numbers in the page count

Jughead The Hunger vs. Vampironica by Frank Tieri

19. Westerners are most likely to say winter is their favorite season.
Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.

20. Winter increases your appetite.
Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
Anthony Bourdain's Hungry Ghosts by Anthony Bourdain - **** - 1/4/2020 - 128 Pages - Food Industry

Anthony Bourdain's Hungry Ghosts by Anthony Bourdain

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover.
Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl - **** - 1/4/2020 - 165 Pages - Inspirational

Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl

22. The first Winter Olympics were held in the French Alps in 1924.
Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author.
Rx by Rachel Lindsay - ***** - 12/28/2020 - 256 Pages - Creative Character

Rx by Rachel Lindsay

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else:
Snug: A Collection of Comics about Dating Your Best Friend by Catana Chetwynd - ***** - 12/31/2020 - 136 Pages

Snug A Collection of Comics about Dating Your Best Friend by Catana Chetwynd

25. The largest snow maze on record was more than 30,000 square feet.
Read a book with a mystery or suspense tag or a book with a complex sounding plot or character.

26. The Portland Winter Light Festival includes nearly 115 illuminated art installations.
Read a book with a celebration or holiday in the story or a book with a word in the title that rhymes with 'art' (ie. start, heart, chart, tarte).

27. The largest snowball fight ever involved 7,681 people. (on Jan. 31, 2016, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada)
Read a book with a conflict in the story or a book set in Canada:
Bel Canto by Ann Patchett - ***** - 1/12/2021 - 318 Pages - Conflict in Story

Bel Canto by Ann Patchett

28. People once believed that birds flew to the moon for the winter.
Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.

29. Winter "desire paths" can be spotted in the snow. (Basically, it's a path that multiple people have chosen to walk that doesn't fall on a sidewalk or other walkway and, therefore, forms a new track.)
Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
The American Dream? A Journey on Route 66 Discovering Dinosaur Statues, Muffler Man, and the Perfect Breakfast Burrito: a Graphic Memoir by Shing Yin Khor - ***** - 12/27/2020 - 160 Pages - Road Trip

The American Dream? A Journey on Route 66 Discovering Dinosaur Statues, Muffler Man, and the Perfect Breakfast Burrito a Graphic Memoir by Shing Yin Khor

30. In ancient Rome, an hour was 45 minutes in the winter and 75 minutes in the summer.
Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.

BONUS- Tell us your favorite thing about Winter and then spell out that word (or phrase). Use each letter in that word to read a book whose title or author's first or last name or series title corresponds to that letter.

My favorite thing about Winter is sitting in front of fireplaces -
F-
I -
R - Ray Fawkes; One Soul - ** - 1/6/2020 - 176 Pages
E -
P -
L -
A - Alexis Aldeguer; Japanese Cooking with Manga: The Gourmand Gohan Cookbook - 59 Easy Recipes Your Friends will Love! - ***** - 1/7/2020 - 128 Pages
C -
E -
S -

One Soul by Ray Fawkes Japanese Cooking with Manga The Gourmand Gohan Cookbook - 59 Easy Recipes Your Friends will Love! by Alexis Aldeguer


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message 47: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Jan 07, 2021 02:03PM) (new)

Fran | 12278 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

10/10 Read! Level 2 DONE

Going for another level
Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight
11/20 Read

Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
+Bonus-Tell us your favorite thing about Winter
(haven't decided on word or phrase yet)

1. Read a book with a 'jerk' character or a book with red on the cover.
2. Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
3. No Reservations 12/15
4. Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
5.Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
6. Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character.
7. Gifting Me To His Best Friend 12/27
8. Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
9. Beautiful Bitch- one edition was published in February 2014 1/3
10. Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
11. Heaven Can't Wait- 90 pages- 12/20
12. Read a book with a character that shows some growth or a book with a flower or winter object on the cover.
13. Stalking Her Sweetly- 145 pages 12/30
14. Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover.
15. Personal Delivery- first book in a series 1/5
16. Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
17. Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
18. Read a book with a person on the cover or a book with double numbers in the page count or publishing date (i.e. 422 pages, pub. 2009).
19. Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
20. Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
21. Quiet Man 12/22- two on cover
22. Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
23. Cuffed For Love 12/17
24. Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
25. Bedded by Her Bodyguard 12/21
26. Eight Nights in December -celebration or holiday 1/4
27. Santa Daddy - Canada. 1/3
28. Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
29. Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
30. Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.


No Reservations (Fusion #4.5) by Kristen Proby Cuffed For Love by Ella Goode Heaven Can't Wait (I-Team, #1.5) by Pamela Clare Bedded by Her Bodyguard (Billionaire Bodyguard, #2.5) by Kristi Avalon Quiet Man (Dream #0.5; Dream Man #4.5) by Kristen Ashley Gifting Me To His Best Friend (A Touch of Taboo #2) by Katee Robert Stalking Her Sweetly by MINK Santa Daddy by Keira Andrews Eight Nights in December by Keira Andrews Personal Delivery (Billionaire Secrets #1) by Ainsley Booth Beautiful Bitch (Beautiful Bastard, #1.5) by Christina Lauren


message 48: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Jan 20, 2021 08:26AM) (new)

Fran | 12278 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021

10/10 Read! Level 2 DONE

Going for another level
Level 3 -20 books- I can get into a good snowball fight
16/20 Read

Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
+Bonus-Tell us your favorite thing about Winter
(haven't decided on word or phrase yet)

1. red on the cover. The Holiday Agenda 1/17
2. Read a book with a happy or optimistic character or a book with a pregnancy or baby in the story.
3. No Reservations 12/15
4. Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover.
5.Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover.
6. 'ballsy' character. Wonder With Me 1/10
7. Gifting Me To His Best Friend 12/27
8. Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover.
9. Beautiful Bitch- one edition was published in February 2014 1/3
10. Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover.
11. Heaven Can't Wait- 90 pages- 12/20
12. shows some growth Mastering Her Senses 1/14
13. Stalking Her Sweetly- 145 pages 12/30
14. sky on the cover. Boss Man Bridegroom 1/10
15. Personal Delivery- first book in a series 1/5
16. Read a book with six words in the title or six letters in the title or a book you want to keep by your side.
17. Read a large book (your interpretation of what constitutes large for you) or a book with a large rating- 4.0 or higher.
18. person on the cover- The Last Girl 1/19
19. Read a book by a favorite author or a book set in your favorite season.
20. Read a book set in the food industry or a book you hope you won't want to stop reading.
21. Quiet Man 12/22- two on cover
22. Read a book set in France or a book with a sports tag or athlete in the story.
23. Cuffed For Love 12/17
24. Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else.
25. Bedded by Her Bodyguard 12/21
26. Eight Nights in December -celebration or holiday 1/4
27. Santa Daddy - Canada. 1/3
28. Read a book with a shapeshifter or animal tag or a book with an animal or moon on the cover.
29. Read a book that has a title or cover that draws you to it or a book that has a road trip in it.
30. Read an anthology or a book that has different page counts depending on the edition.


No Reservations (Fusion #4.5) by Kristen Proby Cuffed For Love by Ella Goode Heaven Can't Wait (I-Team, #1.5) by Pamela Clare Bedded by Her Bodyguard (Billionaire Bodyguard, #2.5) by Kristi Avalon Quiet Man (Dream #0.5; Dream Man #4.5) by Kristen Ashley Gifting Me To His Best Friend (A Touch of Taboo #2) by Katee Robert Stalking Her Sweetly by MINK Santa Daddy by Keira Andrews Eight Nights in December by Keira Andrews Personal Delivery (Billionaire Secrets #1) by Ainsley Booth Beautiful Bitch (Beautiful Bastard, #1.5) by Christina Lauren The Holiday Agenda by Jackson Tyler Boss Man Bridegroom (The Bromance Club #3) by Meghan Quinn Wonder With Me (With Me In Seattle, #12.5) by Kristen Proby Mastering Her Senses (Blasphemy, #2) by Laura Kaye The Last Girl by Kitty Thomas


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Courtney K (cklueh) | 510 comments Walking in a Winter Wonderland Quarterly Challenge
Dec. 15, 2020- March 14, 2021
Level 2- 10 books- I enjoy making snow angels
10/10 COMPLETE

Walking In A Winter Wonderland Tasks-

3. Thundersnow is a rare, but real, weather phenomenon.
Read a book with a title that begins with one of the letters in 'Thundersnow' or a book with a title or character with an unusual name. Elma, a bear's life - Volume 2 - Behind the Mountain12/21/20

4. Snow can be yellow, orange, green, and purple. (tiny particles of dust or algae can make snow appear to be a range of different rainbow-like colors)
Read a book with an lgbt character or a book with a colorful cover. George 12/15/20

5. And there's also pink watermelon snow that has a sweet smell and taste. (But that doesn't mean that you should eat it! The rosy hue is often due to algae)
Read a book with a character in a science field or a book with food on the cover. Y: The Last Man, Vol. 1: Unmanned 12/26/20

6. Snow rollers are self-forming snowballs.
Read a book with something round on the cover or a book with a 'ballsy' character. Defy the Fates 1/10/21

8. In Finland, you can stay in glass igloos during winter to watch the Northern Lights.
Read a book set in Europe or a book with a light source on the cover. Prince Freya, Vol. 1 1/18/2021

10. Stonehenge was set up to frame the sunset of the winter solstice.
Read a book tagged Historical or a book set in England or a book with a color of the sunset on the cover. A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story 12/26/20

14. At least a septillion snowflakes fall from the sky ever year.
Read a book with an older character (vampires count!) or a book with a sky on the cover. Down Among the Sticks and Bones 1/16/2021

15. And they fall at speeds of one to six feet per second.
Read the first book in a series or a book with a foot on the cover. Wicked Fox 1/9/21

21. The most people making snow angels simultaneously was nearly 9,000. (on Feb. 17, 2007, in Bismarck, North Dakota)
Read a book that has an inspirational or paranormal tag or a book with more than one person on the cover. Root Magic 1/9/21

23. And ski ballet was once a sport in the Winter Olympics.
Read a book with a creative character or a book from a new to you author. Slave to Sensation 1/16/2021

24. The Earth is closest to the Sun during winter.
Read a book with something HOT (your interpretation) on the cover or a book with a character who needs someone else. Beneath the Sugar Sky 1/20/2021


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Fran | 12278 comments Congratulations Courtney!


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