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.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*• | 573 comments Completed!

2021 November Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10


✔️1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book with a yellow cover in honor of November's birthstone, the Topaz.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder (Hannah Swensen, #1) by Joanne Fluke Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke - 08/11/2021

✔️2. Baby Names! Read a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning:
Aaron (Exalted, Strong) - Knox

Shadow and Ice (Gods of War, #1) by Gena Showalter Shadow and Ice by Gena Showalter - 05/11/2021

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: Read a book where the MC is on a plane

Skies of Steel (The Ether Chronicles, #3) by Zoe Archer Skies of Steel by Zoe Archer - 01/11/2021

✔️4. November is National Novel Writing Month. Read a book from a new-to-you author

Meet Me on Love Lane (Hopeless Romantics, #2) by Nina Bocci Meet Me on Love Lane by Nina Bocci - 10/11/2021

✔️5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. Read a book that is first in a series.

One Night with a Quarterback (Santa Fe Bobcats, #1) by Jeanette Murray One Night with a Quarterback by Jeanette Murray - 01/11/2021

✔️6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. Read a book that is shelved as Young Adult.

Princess in Waiting (The Princess Diaries, #4) by Meg Cabot Princess in Waiting by Meg Cabot - 06/11/2021

✔️7. November 11th is Veteran's Day. Read a book that includes the letters V E T in the book title

Loving Him Off the Field (Santa Fe Bobcats, #2) by Jeanette Murray Loving Him Off the Field by Jeanette Murray - 02/11/2021

✔️8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. Read a book that has a MC that works in the cleaning industry.

Takes Two to Tackle (Santa Fe Bobcats, #3) by Jeanette Murray Takes Two to Tackle by Jeanette Murray - 03/11/2021

✔️9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US. Read a book that is 4th in a series since Thanksgiving is always on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Nights of Steel (The Ether Chronicles, #4) by Nico Rosso Nights of Steel by Nico Rosso - 02/11/2021

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

Against the Storm (The Raines of Wind Canyon, #4) by Kat Martin Against the Storm by Kat Martin - 04/11/2021


message 52: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments Welcome Cyliena!

And AWESOME JOB, .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•! Congrats for finishing!


message 53: by Lacy (last edited Nov 16, 2021 03:42PM) (new)

Lacy (lacy_stewart) | 1966 comments 2021 November Monthly Challenge
6/10 Completed

1. Happy November Birthday! -

2. Baby Names! -

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - The Room - Penelope Bloom - 11/5 - 4*

4. November is National Novel Writing Month. - My (Mostly) Fake Wedding - Penelope Bloom - 11/7 - 3*

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. - Cat About Town - Cate Conte - 11/10 - 3*

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. - My (Mostly) Temporary Nanny - Penelope Bloom - 11/8 - 3.5*

7. November 11th is Veteran's Day.- Lola Carlyle Reveals All - Rachel Gibson - 11/2 - 4*

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. -

9. November 25th Thanksgiving -

10. Reader's Choice - Well Played - Vi Keeland - 11/16 - 3*



The Room(hate) by Penelope Bloom My (Mostly) Fake Wedding (My Mostly Funny Romance #2) by Penelope Bloom Cat About Town (Cat Cafe Mystery, #1) by Cate Conte My (Mostly) Temporary Nanny (My Mostly Funny Romance #3) by Penelope Bloom Lola Carlyle Reveals All by Rachel Gibson Well Played by Vi Keeland


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Fran | 12278 comments Sign Ups are open for the December PIFM! Please stop by and join in on the fun! It's hard to believe it's the last PIFM of the year!

2021 December PIFM Challenge



message 55: by Jonquil (last edited Nov 21, 2021 05:27PM) (new)

Jonquil | 358 comments 2021 November Monthly Challenge

DONE

1. Happy November Birthday! -published in November (first published November 1st 1999) Occam's Razor Archer Mayor 11/7
2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (Exalted, Strong) True Dead Faith Hunter 11/5
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: MC is on a plane (either flying somewhere, is a pilot. Foul Play Stuart Woods 11/9
4. November is National Novel Writing Month. title starts with M. Mile High with a Vampire Lynsay Sands 11/10
5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. first in a series (Ex Hex, #1) The Ex Hex Erin Sterling11/16
6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. has children in it Manga and Murder Leslie Langtry 11/17
7. November 11th is Veteran's Day. character is a veteran Better off Dead Lee Child 11/4
8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. on TBR for a while Voice of the Violin Andrea Camilleri 11/8
9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US. Read a book that you're thankful for because you've been wanting to read it for a while Guild Boss Jayne Castle 11/18
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice! Silenced Allison Brennan 11/14


message 56: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments Great job, Jonquil! WOOHOO!

A week and a half left in November!


message 57: by Chris (new)

Chris | 643 comments Done! Post #16


message 58: by Frankie (new)

Frankie Johnson | 429 comments 2021 November Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

1. Happy November Birthday! -
Read a book published in November.
Beautifully Broken Redemption-Catherine Cowles 11/19

2. Baby Names!
Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). This month's names:
Silas (Man of the Forest),
Aaron (Exalted, Strong),
Madeline/Madeleine (Woman of Magdala),
Vivienne/Vivian (Alive).
(Silas McKenzie)
Counter To My Intelligence-Lani Lynn Vale 11/02

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle:
Read one book shelved as Contemporary Romance.
Cherished-Kelly Elliott 11/08

4. November is National Novel Writing Month.
Read a book that has a title that starts with N, W, or M.
No Rep-Lani Lynn Vale 11/11

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day.
Read a book that is first in a series.
(Grassi Family Series)
The Woman at the Docks: A Mafia Romance-Jessica Gadziala 11/21

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day.
Read a book where the MC works with books (bookstore, library, etc.).
Her Perfect Affair-Priscilla Oliveras 11/10

7. November 11th is Veteran's Day.
Read a book that includes the letters V E T in the author's name, book title, or series title.
A Love Unexpected-Leah Brunner 11/15

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day.
Read a book that has been on your TBR for a while - it's time to clean it out!
Keeping What’s His: Tate-Jamie Begley 11/01

9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US.
Read a book that is 4th in a series since Thanksgiving is always on the fourth Thursday of the month.
(Fostering Love Series)
Piece of My Heart-Nicole Jacquelyn 11/02

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
The Silencer-R.C. Boldt 11/09
Beautifully Broken Redemption (Sutter Lake, #5) by Catherine Cowles Counter To My Intelligence (The Heroes of The Dixie Wardens MC, #7) by Lani Lynn Vale Cherished (Wanted, #4) by Kelly Elliott No Rep (Madd CrossFit, #1) by Lani Lynn Vale The Woman at the Docks A Mafia Romance (Grassi Family, #1) by Jessica Gadziala Her Perfect Affair (Matched to Perfection #2) by Priscilla Oliveras A Love Unexpected (Under Kansas Skies, #1) by Leah Brunner Keeping What’s His Tate (Porter Brothers Trilogy, #1) by Jamie Begley Piece of My Heart (Fostering Love, #4) by Nicole Jacquelyn The Silencer by R.C. Boldt


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AliciaJ | 1868 comments AliciaJ wrote: "2021 November Monthly Challenge
10/10 DONE ❣️😊

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a yellow cover in honor of November's birthstone, the Topaz.

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Finished!


message 60: by Tiki (last edited Nov 24, 2021 05:54AM) (new)

Tiki  | 491 comments 🦃🦃2021 November Monthly Challenge🦃🦃
6/6 10/10 COMPLETED!! Original Post #18

🦃1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a yellow cover in honor of November's birthstone, the Topaz. Published November 1st 2012
The Proposition The Proposition (The Proposition, #1) by Katie Ashley by: Katie Ashley (11/05/21)

🦃2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Silas (Man of the Forest), Aaron (Exalted, Strong), Madeline/Madeleine (Woman of Magdala), Vivienne/Vivian (Alive).
Elemental Magick Elemental Magick (The Donovan Coven #1) by Jacki James by: Jacki James (11/22/21))



🦃3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: Read one book written by Samantha Towle, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Samantha Towle's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about Samantha Towle:
* Samantha Towle lives in East Yorkshire (UK)
* She began her first novel in 2008 (while on maternity leave)
* She writes Contemporary Romance (as well as Paranormal Romance)
* Samantha was 27 the first time she flew on a plane

You may also read a book set in the United Kingdom, or by an author who is from the United Kingdom. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book where the MC is on a plane (either flying somewhere or is a pilot, flight attendant, etc.).
Sacking the Quarterback Sacking the Quarterback by Samantha Towle by: Samantha Towle (11/10/21)

🦃4. November is National Novel Writing Month. Read a book that has a title that starts with N, W, or M. You can also read a book from a new-to-you author, or try a book from an author who is writing their debut novel!
Wicked Ties Wicked Ties (Wicked Lovers, #1) by Shayla Black by: Shayla Black (11/16/21)

🦃5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. Read a book that has a character that is a "saint" (your interpretation). You can also read a book that has a 1 in the page count or a book that is first in a series.
The Trouble with Dukes The Trouble with Dukes (Windham Brides, #1) by Grace Burrowes by: Grace Burrowes (11/15/21)

🦃6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. Read a book that is shelved as Young Adult. You can also read a book that has children in it or a book where the MC works with books (bookstore, library, etc.).
Southern Storm Southern Storm (Southern, #3) by Natasha Madison by: Natasha Madison (11/16/21)

🦃7. November 11th is Veteran's Day. Read a book with a character that is a veteran (or still in active duty) - can be any member of the Armed Forces. You can also read a book that has a red, white, or blue cover or a book that includes the letters V E T in the author's name, book title, or series title. Navy Seal
The Hero The Hero (Sons of Texas, #1) by Donna Grant by: Donna Grant (11/12/21)

🦃8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. Read a book that has been on your TBR for a while - it's time to clean it out! You can also read a book that either has some type of food or cleaning supply on the cover; or a book that has a MC that works in the food or cleaning industry.
Keeping Their Baby Keeping Their Baby by Korey Mae Johnson by: Korey Mae Johnson (11/01/21)

🦃9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US. Read a book that you're thankful for (either because it's from a favorite author, you've been wanting to read it for a while, or you got it for free). You can also read a book with a Native American character or a book that is 4th in a series since Thanksgiving is always on the fourth Thursday of the month.
Untamed Untamed (House of Night, #4) by P.C. Cast by: P.C. Cast (11/08/21)

🦃10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
Grave Ransom Grave Ransom (Alex Craft, #5) by Kalayna Price by: Kalayna Price (11/11/21)
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message 61: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments AWESOME JOB Chris, Frankie, AliciaJ, and Tiki!!!

Congrats on finishing!!!! :)


message 62: by Heather (new)

Heather | 2145 comments I finished about 10 days ago (post #31) and am ready for December!


message 63: by Patrizia (new)

Patrizia | 127 comments Just finished!

2021 November Monthly Challenge
5/5 romance

1. Happy November Birthday!

2. Baby Names!

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle).


4. November is National Novel Writing Month. Read a book that has a title that starts with N, W, or M. You can also read a book from a new-to-you author, or try a book from an author who is writing their debut novel!
Angel's Rest by Emily March 15 November; 4☆
Angel's Rest (Eternity Springs, #1) by Emily March

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. Read a book that has a character that is a "saint" (your interpretation). You can also read a book that has a 1 in the page count or a book that is first in a series.
The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey 24 November; 4 1/2☆
The Killing Tide (Coastal Guardians, #1) by Dani Pettrey

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. Read a book that is shelved as Young Adult. You can also read a book that has children in it or a book where the MC works with books (bookstore, library, etc.).
Hidden in Amish Country by Dana R. Lynn 10 November; 4 1/2☆
Hidden in Amish Country (Amish Country Justice #7) by Dana R. Lynn

7. November 11th is Veteran's Day. Read a book with a character that is a veteran (or still in active duty) - can be any member of the Armed Forces. You can also read a book that has a red, white, or blue cover or a book that includes the letters V E T in the author's name, book title, or series title.
The Way of the Brave by Susan May Warren 3 November; 5☆
The Way of the Brave (Global Search and Rescue, #1) by Susan May Warren

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day.

9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US.


10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
Yukon Justice by Dana Mentink 6 November; 4 1/2☆
Yukon Justice by Dana Mentink


message 64: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments Congrats on finishing Heather and Patrizia! AWESOME JOB!!!!


message 65: by JoAnne (new)

JoAnne (joannemwct) | 464 comments Finished on post #12


message 66: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments I finished on message 3! :)

Congratulations to JoAnne, Jo, Georgina, and Hayley for finishing as well!

2 MORE DAYS OF NOVEMBER left!


message 67: by Elaine (last edited Nov 29, 2021 08:09AM) (new)

Elaine | 86 comments Finished on post 11.

Thanks, I always enjoy this challenge. (Phew, just about made it).


message 68: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments YAY Elaine! Congrats on finishing, you definitely made it! :)


message 69: by Christine (new)

Christine (KizzieReads) (kizzie48) | 181 comments ...10/10 Completed November 30

1. Happy November Birthday! - The Wedding Game by Jane Feather November 4, 4 stars

2. Baby Names! Aaron: Force of Nature by Jane Harper November 26, 4 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: Sacking the Quarterback by Samantha Towle November 11, 4 stars

4. November is National Novel Writing Month: Murder on Monday by Ann Purser November 30, 3 stars

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day: 381 pages: Pretty Baby by Mary Kubica November 9, 3 stars

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day: This is Not a Test by Courtney Summers November 30, 4 stars

7. November 11th is Veteran's Day: Back to the Bedroom by Janet Evanovich November 10, 4 stars

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day - On My TBR: The Fire Child by S.K. Tremayne November 15, 3 stars

9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US: Native American character: A Man of Distinction by Sarah M. Anderson November 17, 4 stars

10. Reader's Choice: The Good Girl by Mary Kubica November 3, 4 stars

The Wedding Game (Matchmaker Duncan Sisters, #3) by Jane Feather Force of Nature (Aaron Falk, #2) by Jane Harper Sacking the Quarterback by Samantha Towle Murder on Monday (Lois Meade Mystery #1) by Ann Purser Pretty Baby by Mary Kubica This is Not a Test (This is Not a Test, #1) by Courtney Summers Back to the Bedroom (Elsie Hawkins #1) by Janet Evanovich The Fire Child by S.K. Tremayne A Man of Distinction (Lawyers in Love, #3) by Sarah M. Anderson The Good Girl by Mary Kubica


message 70: by Bookchaser (new)

Bookchaser | 2020 comments 2021 November Monthly Challenge


I finished!!!


10/10 Completed


01. Happy November Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in November, or read a book with a yellow cover in honor of November's birthstone, the Topaz.
Game On: Tempting Twenty-Eight by Janet Evanovich 11/05/21
02. Baby Names!: 👶🏻Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them. Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Silas (Man of the Forest), Aaron (Exalted, Strong), Madeline/Madeleine (Woman of Magdala) and Vivienne/Vivian (Alive).
A Yuletide Kiss by Madeline Hunter 11/07/21
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Samantha Towle: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Samantha Towle, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in the United Kingdom, or by an author who is from the United Kingdom. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book where the MC is on a plane (either flying somewhere or is a pilot, flight attendant, etc.).
Getting Worked Up by Erin Nicholas 11/28/21
04. National Novel Writing Month: 🗒Read a book that has a title that starts with N, W, or M. You can also read a book from a new-to-you author, or try a book from an author who is writing their debut novel!
Too Hot to Handle by Tessa Bailey 11/02/21
05. All Saint's Day (November 1): 👼🏼Read a book that has a character that is a "saint" (your interpretation). You can also read a book that has a 1 in the page count or a book that is first in a series.
Sanctuary Cove by Rochelle Alers 11/25/21
06. National Young Readers Day (November 9): 👩🏻‍🤝‍👨🏽Read a book that is shelved as Young Adult. You can also read a book that has children in it or a book where the MC works with books (bookstore, library, etc.).
Anne of Ingleside by L.M. Montgomery 11/13/21
07. Veteran's Day (November 11): 👨🏼‍✈️Read a book with a character that is a veteran (or still in active duty) - can be any member of the Armed Forces. You can also read a book that has a red, white, or blue cover or a book that includes the letters V E T in the author's name, book title, or series title.
Wild Man Creek by Robyn Carr 11/30/21
08. Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day (November 15): 🧽Read a book that has been on your TBR for a while - it's time to clean it out! You can also read a book that either has some type of food or cleaning supply on the cover; or a book that has a MC that works in the food or cleaning industry.
The Brides of Christmas by Jo Beverley 11/23/21
09. Thanksgiving in the US (November 25): 🦃Read a book that you're thankful for (either because it's from a favorite author, you've been wanting to read it for a while, or you got it for free). You can also read a book with a Native American character or a book that is 4th in a series since Thanksgiving is always on the fourth Thursday of the month.
Together In Good Hope by Cindy Kirk 11/16/21
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice!
X-Ops Exposed by Paige Tyler 11/11/21



Game On Tempting Twenty-Eight (Stephanie Plum, #28) by Janet Evanovich A Yuletide Kiss by Madeline Hunter Getting Worked Up (Sapphire Falls, #2) by Erin Nicholas Too Hot to Handle (Romancing the Clarksons, #1) by Tessa Bailey Sanctuary Cove (Cavanaugh Island, #1) by Rochelle Alers Anne of Ingleside (Anne of Green Gables, #6) by L.M. Montgomery Wild Man Creek (Virgin River, #12) by Robyn Carr The Brides of Christmas by Jo Beverley Together In Good Hope (Good Hope, #17) by Cindy Kirk X-Ops Exposed (X-Ops #8) by Paige Tyler


message 71: by Maggie (new)

Maggie Robinson (librariansdaughter77) | 1485 comments Nothing like squeezing a book with an MC with the name of Silas in at the very last minutes on 11/30 😆

But I did it!
10 for 10 this month.
Thanks for the great challenge!
This is from Msg 29

🦃🦃🦃2021 November Monthly Challenge🦃🦃🦃
10/10

✔️1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November

My Sister's Flirty Friend by Piper Rayne
Read On: 11/3/2021

✔️2. Baby Names! This month's names: Silas (Man of the Forest),

Superfan by Sarina Bowen
Read On: 11/30/2021

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: Read one book set in the UK

Sweeper by Amy Daws
Read On: 11/16/2021

✔️4. November is National Novel Writing Month. Read a book from a new-to-you author.

Bombshell by Jessica Prince
Read On: 11/11/2021

✔️5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. Read a book that has a 1 in the page count. (Kindle Edition, 371 pages)

Talk Nerdy to Me by C.M. Owens
Read On: 11/3/2021

✔️6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. Read a book where the MC works with books (bookstore, library, etc.)
My Roommate the Rockstar by Emily Childs
Read On: 11/27/2021

✔️7. November 11th is Veteran's Day. Read a book with a red, white, or blue cover.

Flirting with the Rock Star Next Door by Nadia Lee
Read On: 11/17/2021

✔️8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. Read a book that has a MC that works in the food or cleaning industry.

I Bet You by Ilsa Madden-Mills
Read On: 11/19/2021

✔️9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US. Read a book that you're thankful for (either because it's from a favorite author, you've been wanting to read it for a while, or you got it for free).

Stone Cold Notes by Julia Wolf
Read On: 11/29/2021

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

Faked by Karla Sorensen
Read On: 11/8/2021

🍁🔥🍁🧤🍁☕🍁🍁🔥🍁🧤🍁☕🍁🍁🔥🍁🧤🍁☕🍁
November Challenge Books

Read:
My Sister's Flirty Friend (The Greene Family, #4) by Piper Rayne Bombshell (Whiskey Dolls #1) by Jessica Prince Talk Nerdy to Me (Sterling Shore, #12) by C.M. Owens My Roommate the Rockstar (For Love and Rock #1) by Emily Childs Sweeper by Amy Daws I Bet You (Waylon University, #2) by Ilsa Madden-Mills Flirting with the Rock Star Next Door by Nadia Lee Stone Cold Notes (The Seasons Change) by Julia Wolf Superfan (Brooklyn, #3) by Sarina Bowen Faked (Ward Sisters, #2) by Karla Sorensen


message 72: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments AWESOME JOB Christine, Bookchaser, and Maggie! Thanks for completing the November challenge!

I had fun hosting! :)


message 73: by LaurLa (new)

LaurLa | 5085 comments Completed! Thanks for hosting!!
Updated post: My Monthly Challenge (msg 46)

Books Read: 10

Since I Fell for You (New York Sullivans #2; The Sullivans #16) by Bella Andre Hang Tough (Blacktop Cowboys, #8) by Lorelei James The Governess Game (Girl Meets Duke, #2) by Tessa Dare Maze (Ballerina, #2) by Ursula Sinclair The Royal Treatment (Alaskan Royal Family, #1) by MaryJanice Davidson Family Trust by Amanda Brown The Forever Girl (Wildstone, #6) by Jill Shalvis Romero (The Moreno Brothers, #4) by Elizabeth Reyes Bayou Moon (The Edge, #2) by Ilona Andrews Not Pretending Anymore by Penelope Ward


message 74: by Mary! (new)

Mary! (u2sadie) | 85 comments 2021 November Monthly Challenge
Duration: Nov 1 - 30, 2021
10/10

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book with a yellow cover in honor of November's birthstone, the Topaz.
Dead Reckoning by Charlaine Harris 11/01/2021
Dead Reckoning (Sookie Stackhouse, #11) by Charlaine Harris

2. Baby Names! Vivienne/Vivian (Alive):
The Queer Principles of Kit Webb by Cat Sebastian 11/30/2021 (someone who was thought dead turns up alive)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: Read one book written by Samantha Towle
Taming the Storm (The Storm #3) by Samantha Towle 11/09/2021

4. November is National Novel Writing Month. Read a book that has a title that starts with N, W, or M.
Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein 11/09/2021

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. Read a book that has a 1 in the page count or a book that is first in a series.
Riot Baby by Tochi Onyebuchi 11/07/2021 (176 pages)

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. Read a book that has children in it
The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune 11/29/2021

7. November 11th is Veteran's Day. Read a book that includes the letters V E T in the author's name, book title, or series title.
Game On: Tempting Twenty-Eight by Janet Evanovich 11/05/2021

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. Read a book that either has some type of food or cleaning supply on the cover.
Table for Five by Susan Wiggs 11/03/2021
Table for Five by Susan Wiggs

9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US. Read a book that you're thankful for.
Flowers in the Attic by V.C. Andrews 11/27/2021 (won this in Goodreads giveaway, thankful I didn't spend money on it)

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
The Mothers by Brit Bennett 11/04/2021


message 75: by Cyliena (last edited Dec 01, 2021 03:23PM) (new)

Cyliena | 401 comments Exceeded my goal of five, hooray! :)

Completed: 7/5
1. Happy November Birthday!: A Stolen Season: Bath ⭐⭐⭐ (Nov. 12)
3. FAC - Samantha Towle: The Powerbroker ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Nov. 9)
4. NaNoWriMo: Bachelor Society ⭐⭐⭐ (Nov. 14)
5. All Saint's Day: Bombshell ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Nov. 21)
7. Veteran's Day: A Labyrinth of Fangs and Thorns ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Nov. 1)
9. Thanksgiving: Death ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Nov. 10)
10. Reader's Choice: A Stolen Season ⭐⭐⭐ (Nov. 12)

A Stolen Season Bath (A Stolen Season, #2) by Tamara Gill The Powerbroker (Norcross Security #6) by Anna Hackett Bachelor Society (The Bachelors Club, #1) by Sara Ney Bombshell (Hell's Belles, #1) by Sarah MacLean A Labyrinth of Fangs and Thorns (Season of the Vampire, #2; Fae Guardians, #5) by Lana Pecherczyk Death (The Four Horsemen, #4) by Laura Thalassa A Stolen Season (A Stolen Season, #1) by Tamara Gill


message 76: by Barbara ★ (new)

Barbara ★ | 3901 comments All done .

READ: 10/10

✔ 1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a yellow cover in honor of November's birthstone, the Topaz.
The Secret Chapter - Genevieve Cogman (pub Nov 12, 2019) 11/13

✔2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them. Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Silas (Man of the Forest), Aaron (Exalted, Strong), Madeline/Madeleine (Woman of Magdala), Vivienne/Vivian (Alive).
A Merciful Truth - Kendra Elliot (MC's brother is named Aaron) 11/11

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: Read one book written by Samantha Towle, or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in the United Kingdom, or by an author who is from the United Kingdom. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as Contemporary Romance or a book where the MC is on a plane (either flying somewhere or is a pilot, flight attendant, etc.).
Bryant & May and The Bleeding Heart - Christopher Fowler (England) 11/9

✔4. November is National Novel Writing Month. Read a book that has a title that starts with N, W, or M. You can also read a book from a new-to-you author, or try a book from an author who is writing their debut novel!
Boneshaker - Cherie Priest 11/3

✔5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. Read a book that has a character that is a "saint" (your interpretation). You can also read a book that has a 1 in the page count or a book that is first in a series.
Blood Song - Cat Adams 11/5

✔6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. Read a book that is shelved as Young Adult. You can also read a book that has children in it or a book where the MC works with books (bookstore, library, etc.).
Reticence - Gail Carriger ()the ships crew are all children under 13) 11/27

✔7. November 11th is Veteran's Day. Read a book with a character that is a veteran (or still in active duty) - can be any member of the Armed Forces. You can also read a book that has a red, white, or blue cover or a book that includes the letters V E T in the author's name, book title, or series title.
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue - Victoria .E. Schwab 11/6

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. Read a book that has been on your TBR for a while - it's time to clean it out! You can also read a book that either has some type of food or cleaning supply on the cover; or a book that has a MC that works in the food or cleaning industry.

✔9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US. Read a book that you're thankful for (either because it's from a favorite author, you've been wanting to read it for a while, or you got it for free). You can also read a book with a Native American character or a book that is 4th in a series since
The Child Finder - Rene Denfeld (Jerome is Native American) 11/25

✔10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice!
15 Seconds - Andrew Gross 11/5

The Secret Chapter (The Invisible Library, #6) by Genevieve Cogman A Merciful Truth (Mercy Kilpatrick, #2) by Kendra Elliot Bryant & May and The Bleeding Heart (Bryant & May #11) by Christopher Fowler Boneshaker (The Clockwork Century, #1) by Cherie Priest Blood Song (Blood Singer, #1) by Cat Adams Reticence (Custard Protocol, #4) by Gail Carriger The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab The Child Finder (Naomi Cottle, #1) by Rene Denfeld 15 Seconds by Andrew Gross

CHALLENGE COMPLETE


message 77: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments WELL DONE LaurLa, Mary!, Cyliena, and Barbara ★!!!

Congrats on finishing! :)


message 78: by Lacy (new)

Lacy (lacy_stewart) | 1966 comments 2021 November Monthly Challenge
8/10 Completed Almost made it!

1. Happy November Birthday! -

2. Baby Names! (exalted, strong)- The Truth - Lauren Landish - 11/30 - 3*

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - The Room - Penelope Bloom - 11/5 - 4*

4. November is National Novel Writing Month. - My (Mostly) Fake Wedding - Penelope Bloom - 11/7 - 3*

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day. - Cat About Town - Cate Conte - 11/10 - 3*

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. - My (Mostly) Temporary Nanny - Penelope Bloom - 11/8 - 3.5*

7. November 11th is Veteran's Day.- Lola Carlyle Reveals All - Rachel Gibson - 11/2 - 4*

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. -

9. November 25th Thanksgiving - The Dare - Lauren Landish - 11/23 - 2*

10. Reader's Choice - Well Played - Vi Keeland - 11/16 - 3*



The Room(hate) by Penelope Bloom My (Mostly) Fake Wedding (My Mostly Funny Romance #2) by Penelope Bloom Cat About Town (Cat Cafe Mystery, #1) by Cate Conte My (Mostly) Temporary Nanny (My Mostly Funny Romance #3) by Penelope Bloom Lola Carlyle Reveals All by Rachel Gibson Well Played by Vi Keeland The Dare by Lauren Landish The Truth by Lauren Landish


message 79: by Connie N. (new)

Connie N. | 1317 comments I had a busy month, so I was only able to complete 7 out of 10 this time. Thanks for the fun!

2021 November Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 11/1/21 to 11/30/21
7/10

1. Happy November Birthday! - Read a book published in November, or read a book with a yellow cover in honor of November's birthstone, the Topaz.

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Silas (Man of the Forest), Aaron (Exalted, Strong), Madeline/Madeleine (Woman of Magdala), Vivienne/Vivian (Alive).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle - Shelved as Contemporary Romance - Completely by Ruthie Knox - 11/23/21 ♥♥♥♥
Completely (New York, #3) by Ruthie Knox
23 readers shelved as Contemporary Romance

4. November is National Novel Writing Month - Title that starts with N, W, or M - Man Candy by Jessica Lemmon - 11/6/21 ♥♥♥♥
Man Candy (Real Love, #3) by Jessica Lemmon

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day - Has a 1 in the page count - Seducing the Playboy by Amanda Usen - 11/15/21 ♥♥♥
Seducing the Playboy (Hot Nights, #2) by Amanda Usen
212 pgs

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day. Read a book that is shelved as Young Adult. You can also read a book that has children in it or a book where the MC works with books (bookstore, library, etc.).

7. November 11th is Veteran's Day – White AND blue cover - Just Good Friends by Rosalind James - 11/10/21 ♥♥♥
Just Good Friends (Escape to New Zealand, #2) by Rosalind James

8. November 15th is Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day - Has been on your TBR for a while - Reflection Point by Emily March - 11/11/21 ♥♥♥
Reflection Point (Eternity Springs, #6) by Emily March
Added 7/10/13

9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US - Thankful for because it's from a favorite author - A Cowboy Kind of Love by Donna Grant - 11/18/21 ♥♥♥♥
A Cowboy Kind of Love (Heart of Texas #6) by Donna Grant

10. Reader's Choice - Any book - I've Got My Eyes on You by Mary Higgins Clark - 11/12/21 ♥♥♥♥
I've Got My Eyes on You by Mary Higgins Clark


message 80: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31602 comments 2021 November Monthly Challenge

Me! In for the usual 10. 📚

10 of 10. Completed 11.30.2021, Updated 12.3.2021. DONE!

1. Happy November Birthday!: Memory in Death by J.D. Robb 11.23.2021
2. Baby Names - Silas, Aaron, Madeline, Vivian: Lover Enshrined by J.R. Ward 11.12.2021
3. Featured Author Challenge - Samantha Towle: The Mighty Storm by Samantha Towle 11.4.2021
4. November in National Novel Writing Month: When He Was Bad by Shelly Laurenston11.30.2021
5. All Saint's Day - November 1: The Matchmaker's Mistletoe Mission by Jaci Burton 11.8.2021
6. National Young Readers Day - November 9: Survivor In Death by J.D. Robb 11.17.2021
7. Veteran's Day - November 11: The Gravedigger’s Son by Darynda Jones 11.21.2021
8. Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day - November 15: Death in Kew Gardens by Jennifer Ashley 11.2.2021
9. Thanksgiving - November 25: Innocent in Death by J.D. Robb 11.29.2021
10. Reader's Choice: Memory in Death by J.D. Robb 11.23.2021

Death in Kew Gardens (Kat Holloway Mysteries, #3) by Jennifer Ashley The Mighty Storm (The Storm, #1) by Samantha Towle The Matchmaker's Mistletoe Mission (Boots and Bouquets, #0.5) by Jaci Burton Lover Enshrined (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #6) by J.R. Ward Survivor In Death (In Death, #20) by J.D. Robb The Gravedigger’s Son (Charley Davidson, #13.6) by Darynda Jones Memory in Death (In Death, #22) by J.D. Robb Born in Death (In Death, #23) by J.D. Robb Innocent in Death (In Death, #24) by J.D. Robb When He Was Bad (Magnus Pack, #3.5; Pride, #0.75; Smith's Shifter World, #3.5) by Shelly Laurenston

Thanks for a fun challenge!!


message 81: by Julianna (new)

Julianna (authorjuliannad) | 1888 comments Just realized I never posted my completed challenge. Oops!
Final Update 12/5

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Samantha Towle: Diana: Her True Story by Andrew Morton (11/16)★★★★★

4. November is National Novel Writing Month: Making the Cut (from Blood Lite III: Aftertaste) by Mike Resnick & Lezli Robyn (1)★★★1/2

5. November 1st is All Saint's Day: The Virgin Who Ruined Lord Gray by Anna Bradley (11/5)★★★★

6. November 9th is National Young Readers Day: Eat Prey Love by Kerrelyn Sparks (11/30)★★★★★

9. November 25th is Thanksgiving in the US: Reaver by Larissa Ione (11/23)★★★★★

10. Reader's Choice: When a Texan Gambles by Jodi Thomas (11/10)★★★★1/2

Completed 6/6
Diana Her True Story in Her Own Words by Andrew Morton Blood Lite III Aftertaste (Blood Lite, #3) by Kevin J. Anderson The Virgin Who Ruined Lord Gray (The Swooning Virgins Society, #1) by Anna Bradley Eat Prey Love (Love at Stake, #9) by Kerrelyn Sparks Reaver (Lords of Deliverance, #5; Demonica, #10) by Larissa Ione When a Texan Gambles (Wife Lottery, #2) by Jodi Thomas


message 82: by Rissa (new)

Rissa | 697 comments No worries, Lacy and Connie N! There's always next month! :)

Great job MountainKat and Julianna!!!


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