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message 51: by Morgan (last edited Sep 01, 2022 08:42PM) (new)

Morgan Dungan | 16 comments 10/10

1. Happy August Birthday!
🔹Read a book with green on the cover
Louisiana Longshot (Miss Fortune Mystery, #1) by Jana Deleon

2. Baby Names!
🔹This month's names: Leo (Lion)
The Love of my Life by Rosie Walsh

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath
🔹Read a book set in Texas
Keep Her Safe by K.A. Tucker

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem
🔹Read a book with an Author in story
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England
🔹Read a book with a mother in the story
The Best of Us by Sarah Pekkanen

6. National Kool-Aid Day: second Friday in August
🔹Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover
Girl, Alone (Ella Dark FBI Suspense Thriller #1) by Blake Pierce

7. National Roller Coaster Day: August 16
🔹Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story
All the Missing Girls by Megan Miranda

8. National Mountain Climbing Day: August 1
🔹Read a book with an athletic character
Until It Fades by K.A. Tucker

9. National Middle Child's Day: second Saturday in August
🔹Read a book with a character that has a trait of a middle child (your interpretation)
The Missing Husband by Natasha Boydell

10. Reader’s Choice
🔹Read any book of your Choice
An Honest Lie by Tarryn Fisher


message 52: by Elaine (new)

Elaine | 86 comments Finished on post 8.
Thanks!


message 53: by Frankie (new)

Frankie Johnson | 429 comments 2022 August Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

1. Happy August Birthday!
Read a book published in August.
The Close-Up-Kennedy Ryan 8/26

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.
This month's names:
Audrey (Noble Strength),
Iris (Colorful, Rainbow),
Leo (Lion),
Luke (Person from Lucania).
Audrey Carlan-Resisting Roots 8/20

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath:
Read one book set in Texas.
Wicked-K.B. Winters 8/13

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem
Read a book with a 6 or 3 in page count.
(310)
Taste-Melanie Harlow 8/18

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England-
Read a book with a mother in the story.
She Can Run-Melinda Leigh 8/17

6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry.
Read a book with number 6 in publication date.
(6/01/04)
The Perfect Husband-Lisa Gardner 8/17

7. National Roller Coaster Day:
Read a book set on an Island.
Vacation in Paradise-Megan Jacobs 8/10

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
Read a book set in the mountains.
Garnet Flats-Devney Perry 8/01

9. National Middle Child's Day
Read a book in the middle of a series.
(Ponderosa Resort #5)
Stiff Suit-Tawna Fenske 8/11

10. Reader’s Choice.
Read any book of your Choice.
Been There Done That-Hope Ellis 8/07
The Close-Up (Hollywood Renaissance #1.5) by Kennedy Ryan Resisting Roots by Audrey Carlan Wicked (Reckless MC Opey Texas Chapter Book 2) by K.B. Winters Taste (Cloverleigh Farms, #7) by Melanie Harlow She Can Run (She Can #1) by Melinda Leigh The Perfect Husband (Quincy & Rainie, #1) by Lisa Gardner Vacation in Paradise (Book 1) by Megan Jacobs Garnet Flats (The Edens, #3) by Devney Perry Stiff Suit (Ponderosa Resort Romantic Comedies, #5) by Tawna Fenske Been There Done That (Leffersbee, #1) by Hope Ellis


message 54: by Susan (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1843 comments DONE!

I'm in!

10/10

1. Happy August Birthday!
☀️Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
The Scoundrel's Daughter - Anne Gracie (Penguin - Aug 2021) - Aug 9

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
Stalking Colton's Family - Geri Krotow (HRS #2179 - May 2022) (Iris) - Aug 2

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath:
☀️Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

* Ms. Heath is the author of more than 60 novels, she writes historical and contemporary romance for adults and historical romance for teen readers. Under the names and Rachel Hawthorne ,Jade Parker, she writes popular contemporary, historical, and paranormal romance for teens readers. She also writes young adult novels with her son under the name J.A. London
* Her novels have been recognized with numerous industry awards and have appeared on bestseller lists, including USA TODAY and the New York Times.
*Lorraine was born in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, but soon after moved to Texas
* She is the daughter of a British beauty who won second place in a beauty contest sponsored by Max Factor® during which she received a kiss from Caesar Romero, (the Joker on the original Batman TV series)

☀️You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
Anyone But a Fortune - Judy Duarte (HSE #2893 - Mar 2022) (Texas setting) - Aug 3

4. August 1, 1779 - Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US
☀️Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
The Rancher's Reckoning - Joanne Rock (HD #2864 - Apr 2022) (writing book) - Aug 5

5. August 4, 1900 - Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England
☀️Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
A Nordic King - Karina Halle (Karina Halle - Sept 2018) (king) - Aug 20

6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry.
☀️Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
Lady Armstrong's Scandalous Awakening - Marguerite Kaye (HH #1642 - Apr 2022) (cherry) - Aug 2

7. National Roller Coaster Day: This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters.
☀️Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
The Hawaiian Quilt - Wanda E. Brunstetter; Jean Brunstetter (Barbour - Sept 2016) (Kauai, Hawaii) - Aug 27

8. National Mountain Climbing Day: This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives.
☀️Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
Out of the Blue - B.J. Daniels (HQN - Jan 2022) - Aug 3

9. National Middle Child's Day: This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner.
☀️Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
Rivalry at Play - Nadine Gonzalez (HD #2887 - Aug 2022) (Book 4 of 6) - Aug 6

10. Reader’s Choice.
☀️Read any book of your Choice.
The Rake's Daughter - Anne Gracie (Penguin - Aug 2022) - Aug 12


The Scoundrel's Daughter (The Brides of Bellaire Gardens, #1) by Anne Gracie Stalking Colton's Family (The Coltons of Colorado, #4) by Geri Krotow Anyone But a Fortune (The Fortunes of Texas The Wedding Gift Book 3) by Judy Duarte The Rancher's Reckoning (Texas Cattleman's Club Fathers and Sons Book 6) by Joanne Rock A Nordic King (Nordic Royals, #3) by Karina Halle Lady Armstrong's Scandalous Awakening by Marguerite Kaye The Hawaiian Quilt by Wanda E. Brunstetter Out of the Blue (Buckhorn, Montana, #3.5) by B.J. Daniels Rivalry at Play (Texas Cattleman's Club Ranchers and Rivals, #4) by Nadine Gonzalez The Rake's Daughter (The Brides of Bellaire Gardens, #2) by Anne Gracie


message 55: by LillianaPassions (last edited Aug 29, 2022 08:48AM) (new)

LillianaPassions | 746 comments 💕 2022 August Monthly Challenge

All Completed: 10/10

☑️1-Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August, or read a book with green
Moonshine & Murder by Kathleen Brooks 12/8 -3☀️

☑️2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character whose name is : Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
Luke in Rock Chick Revenge by Kristen Ashley 21/8 -4.5☀️

☑️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book second book in a series.
Glory in Death by J.D. Robb 17/8 -5☀️

☑️. August 1, Read a book with a Lawyer or set in Maryland.
Try 29/8- 5☀️

☑️5. August 4, Read a book set in England: The Gentleman's Keeper by Bonnie Dee 2/8 -4☀️

☑️6. National Kool-Aid Day: Read a book with 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover : orange and brown
Assigned a Mate by Grace Goodwin 11/8 -4☀️
Assigned a Mate (Interstellar Brides Program, #1) by Grace Goodwin

☑️7. National Roller Coaster Day: Read a book with a carnival in the story.
Danse Macabre by Laurell K. Hamilton
Danse Macabre (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #14) by Laurell K. Hamilton 3/8 -5☀️

☑️8. National Mountain Climbing Day : Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains.
A Baby for the Lumberjacks by Chloe Kent6/8- 3☀️

☑️9. National Middle Child's Day: Read a book in the middle of a series.
Tigerland by Sean Kennedy 15:8 -3.5☀️

☑️10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
Hidden by Rebecca Zanetti 8/8- 5☀️

Moonshine & Murder (Moonshine Hollow #1) by Kathleen Brooks Rock Chick Revenge (Rock Chick, #5) by Kristen Ashley Glory in Death (In Death, #2) by J.D. Robb Try (Temptation, #1) by Ella Frank The Gentleman's Keeper by Bonnie Dee Assigned a Mate (Interstellar Brides Program, #1) by Grace Goodwin Danse Macabre (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #14) by Laurell K. Hamilton A Baby for the Lumberjacks (A Baby for Them #1) by Chloe Kent Tigerland (Tigers and Devils, #2) by Sean Kennedy Hidden (Deep Ops, #1) by Rebecca Zanetti

All my challenges


message 56: by AliciaJ (new)

AliciaJ | 1868 comments FINISHED!

2022 August Monthly Challenge

Complete: 10/10


1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.

Barbarian Lover pub 8/28/15 - 8/16

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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

Subtle Bodies (Jacob has Lion-like qualities) 8/25

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Lorraine Heath's backlist - Lorraine Heath

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

* Ms. Heath is the author of more than 60 novels, she writes historical and contemporary romance for adults and historical romance for teen readers. Under the names and Rachel Hawthorne ,Jade Parker, she writes popular contemporary, historical, and paranormal romance for teens readers. She also writes young adult novels with her son under the name J.A. London

* Her novels have been recognized with numerous industry awards and have appeared on bestseller lists, including USA TODAY and the New York Times.

*Lorraine was born in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, but soon after moved to Texas

* She is the daughter of a British beauty who won second place in a beauty contest sponsored by Max Factor® during which she received a kiss from Caesar Romero, (the Joker on the original Batman TV series)

You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.

Ruby Fever (set in Texas) 8/29

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.

My Fallen Saint 374 pgs 8/18

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.

Hard Job 8/18

6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.

Someone to Hold Me Someone to Hold Me (The Gods Made Me Do It #6) by Lisa Oliver 8/16

7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.

Flare 8/10

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.

To Die For 8/26

9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.

Cult of Personality 8/25

10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.

Urban Shaman 8/23


message 57: by Lacy (new)

Lacy (lacy_stewart) | 1966 comments 2022 August Monthly Challenge

Almost Finished 9/10


✅1. Happy August Birthday! - The Great Divorce - C.S. Lewis - 8/17 - 5Stars

✅2. Baby Names! - Promise Me Forever - Layla Hagen - 8/15 - 2 Stars

✅3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Beauty and the Baller

✅4. August 1, 1779 - Causing Havoc - Lori Foster - 8/8 - 4 Stars

✅5. August 4, 1900 - Doing It Right - Harloe Rae - 8/5 - 3 Stars

✅6. National Kool-Aid Day - No Holding Back - Lori Foster - 8/30 - 4 Stars

✅7. National Roller Coaster Day - Moonlighter - Sarina Bowen - 8/25 - 4 Stars

8. National Mountain Climbing Day -

✅9. National Middle Child's Day - Twist - Kylie Scott - 8/19 - 2 Stars

✅10. Reader’s Choice - Blind Side - Kandi Steiner - 8/29 - 4 Stars



Doing It Right by Harloe Rae Causing Havoc (SBC Fighters, #1) by Lori Foster The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis Promise Me Forever (The Maxwell Brothers, #1) by Layla Hagen Beauty and the Baller (Strangers in Love #1) by Ilsa Madden-Mills Moonlighter (The Company, #1) by Sarina Bowen Twist (Dive Bar, #2) by Kylie Scott Blind Side by Kandi Steiner No Holding Back (McKenzies of Ridge Trail #1) by Lori Foster


message 58: by Bookchaser (new)

Bookchaser | 2020 comments 🌞🕶🍉🍓🌭 2022 August Monthly Challenge 🍔🍒🍇🍦🩴


I finished just in time! Thanks for a fun challenge.


10/10 Completed


01. Happy August Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
Soul Taken by Patricia Briggs 08/27/22
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, plot, scene or cover art 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: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), and Luke (Person from Lucania).
Maid for Love by Marie Force 08/30/22
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Lorraine Heath: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
Hungry Like the Wolf by Paige Tyler 08/10/22
04. Birthday of Francis Scott Key (August 1, 1779): 🎼Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
The Cowgirl's Forever Family by Helen Lacey 08/04/22
05. Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England (August 4, 1900): 🫅🏻Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
Wallflower Gone Wild by Maya Rodale 08/07/22
06. National Kool-Aid Day (Second Friday in August): There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. 🧃Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
Wrong Question, Right Answer by Elle Casey 08/15/22
07. National Roller Coaster Day (August 16): 🎢Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
Haven Creek by Rochelle Alers 08/30/22
08. National Mountain Climbing Day (August 1): ⛰Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
My Kind of Love by Kristin Miller 08/31/22
09. National Middle Child's Day (Second Saturday in August): 📖Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
Light Up the Night by Laura Trentham 08/02/22
10. Reader’s Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice.
Emma's Heart by Rebecca Lorino Pond 08/16/22



Soul Taken (Mercy Thompson, #13) by Patricia Briggs Maid for Love (Gansett Island, #1) by Marie Force Hungry Like the Wolf (SWAT Special Wolf Alpha Team, #1) by Paige Tyler The Cowgirl's Forever Family (The Cedar River Cowboys, #3) by Helen Lacey Wallflower Gone Wild (Bad Boys & Wallflowers, #2) by Maya Rodale Wrong Question, Right Answer (The Bourbon Street Boys #3) by Elle Casey Haven Creek (Cavanaugh Island, #3) by Rochelle Alers My Kind of Love (Blue Lake, #5) by Kristin Miller Light Up the Night (Cottonbloom #3.6) by Laura Trentham Emma's Heart (Brides of Theron ) by Rebecca Lorino Pond


message 59: by LaurLa (new)

LaurLa | 5085 comments Challenge complete!! Thanks for hosting!!
Updated post: My Monthly Challenge (msg 32)

Books Read ➺ 10

Born to Bite (Argeneau #13) by Lynsay Sands January (Calendar Girl #1) by Audrey Carlan The Trouble with Texas Cowboys (Burnt Boot, Texas, #2) by Carolyn Brown Cowboy (Busy Bean, #2) by L.B. Dunbar The Lady Most Likely... (Lady Most..., #1) by Julia Quinn Trust in Me (The Montgomery Brothers, #2) by Samantha Chase Fortune by Erica Spindler White Heat (Firefighter, #1) by Jill Shalvis Duncan (Across the Aisle #2) by Xyla Turner Ain't He Precious? (Sex and Sweet Tea, #1) by Juliette Poe


message 60: by Christine (new)

Christine (KizzieReads) (kizzie48) | 181 comments ...10/10 Completed August 31

1. Happy August Birthday! : The Unexpected Duchess by Valerie Bowman August 15, 4 stars

2. Baby Names! Deserving of Luke by Tracy Wolff August 31, 4 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Beyond Scandal and Desire by Lorraine Heath August 24, 4 stars

4. August 1, 1779: A Lot like Love by Julie James August 10, 5 stars

5. August 4, 1900: A Fatal Grace by Louise Penny August 8, 4 stars

6. National Kool-Aid Day: The Lies That Bind by Kate Carlisle August 23, 4 stars

7. National Roller Coaster Day: Caraval by Stephanie Garber August 30, 4 stars

8. National Mountain Climbing Day: Impossible to Resist by Janice Maynard August 31, 4 stars

9. National Middle Child's Day: Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas August 21, 4 stars

10. Reader’s Choice: Jared's Counterfeit Fiancee by Brenda Jackson August 5, 4 stars

The Unexpected Duchess (Playful Brides, #1) by Valerie Bowman Deserving of Luke by Tracy Wolff Beyond Scandal and Desire (Sins for All Seasons, #1) by Lorraine Heath A Lot like Love (FBI/US Attorney, #2) by Julie James A Fatal Grace (Chief Inspector Armand Gamache, #2) by Louise Penny The Lies That Bind (Bibliophile Mystery #3) by Kate Carlisle Caraval (Caraval, #1) by Stephanie Garber Impossible to Resist (The Men of Wolff Mountain, #3) by Janice Maynard Devil in Winter (Wallflowers, #3) by Lisa Kleypas Jared's Counterfeit Fiancee (The Westmorelands #6) by Brenda Jackson


message 61: by Julianna (new)

Julianna (authorjuliannad) | 1888 comments Update 9/1 - All Done!

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key: The Man Who Could Not Be Bothered to Die (from Blood Lite III: Aftertaste) by Norman Prentiss (8/9)★★★★

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth: Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone by Diana Gabaldon (8/31)★★★★★

10. Reader’s Choice: For Sale (from Blood Lite III: Aftertaste) by David Sakmyster (8/9)★★★★

Completed 3/3
Blood Lite III Aftertaste (Blood Lite, #3) by Kevin J. Anderson Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone (Outlander, #9) by Diana Gabaldon Blood Lite III Aftertaste (Blood Lite, #3) by Kevin J. Anderson


message 62: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31601 comments 2022 August Monthly Challenge

Me! 🙋🏻‍♀️ In for the usual. 😊

10 of 10. Completed 8.26.2022 DONE!

1. Happy August Birthday!: Hijacked by Lucy Lennox and May Archer 8.26.2022
2. Baby Names - Audrey, Iris, Leo, Luke: A Mackenzie Yuletide by Jennifer Ashley 8.26.2022
3. Featured Author Challenge - Lorraine Heath: Beyond Scandal and Desire by Lorraine Heath 8.17.2022
4. Birthday of Francis Scott Key - August 1: The Secret by May Archer 8.11.2022
5. Birthday of Queen Elizabeth - August 4: A Rogue Meets a Scandalous Lady by Jennifer Ashley 8.5.2022
6. National Kool-Aid Day - August 12: The Extraordinaries by T.J. Klune 8.21.2022
7. National Roller coaster Day - August 16: Wolf with Benefits by Shelly Laurenston 8.4.2022
8. National Mountain Climbing Day - August 1: Hard to Lose by K. Bromberg 8.8.2022
9. National Middle Child's Day - August 13: A Hope Divided by Alyssa Cole 8.9.2022
10. Reader's Choice: Dearest Ivie by J.R. Ward 8.2.2022

Dearest Ivie (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #15.5) by J.R. Ward Wolf with Benefits (Pride, #8) by Shelly Laurenston A Rogue Meets a Scandalous Lady (Mackenzies & McBrides, #11) by Jennifer Ashley Hard to Lose (Play Hard, #4) by K. Bromberg A Hope Divided (The Loyal League, #2) by Alyssa Cole The Secret (Love in O'Leary #3) by May Archer Beyond Scandal and Desire (Sins for All Seasons, #1) by Lorraine Heath The Extraordinaries (The Extraordinaries, #1) by T.J. Klune Hijacked (Licking Thicket Horn of Glory #1) by Lucy Lennox A Mackenzie Yuletide (Mackenzies & McBrides, #11.5) by Jennifer Ashley

Thanks for a fun challenge!!


message 63: by Barbara ★ (new)

Barbara ★ | 3901 comments August Monthly Challenge

READ: 10/10

✔️1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
From Garden To Grave - Rickie Blair 8/17

✔️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. This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
A Treacherous Tasty Trail - Cindy Bell (Luke Elm) 8/22

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
Night Shift Witch - Cate Lawley 8/27

✔️4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count.
April Fool Dead - Carolyn G. Hart (336 pages) 8/14

✔️5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
A Curse of Blood & Stone - K.A. Tucker (hero is a king) 8/16

✔️6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
Under Lock & Skeleton Key - Gigi Pandian 8/27

✔️7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
After She Left - Claire Amarti 8/5

✔️8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
Lowcountry Bombshell - Susan M. Boyer (MC is a runner) 8/30

✔️9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
Spell Hound - Lindsay Buroker (introvert) 8/19

✔️10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
The Ice Lion - Kathleen O'Neal Gear 8/6


From Garden To Grave (The Leafy Hollow Mysteries, #1) by Rickie Blair A Treacherous Tasty Trail (Chocolate Centered Mystery #4) by Cindy Bell Night Shift Witch (Night Shift Witch #1) by Cate Lawley April Fool Dead (Death on Demand, #13) by Carolyn G. Hart A Curse of Blood & Stone (Fate & Flame, #2) by K.A. Tucker Under Lock & Skeleton Key (Secret Staircase Mystery, #1) by Gigi Pandian Lowcountry Bombshell (A Liz Talbot Mystery, #2) by Susan M. Boyer After She Left by Claire Amarti Spell Hound (A Witch in Wolf Wood, #2) by Lindsay Buroker The Ice Lion (Rewilding Reports #1) by Kathleen O'Neal Gear

CHALLENGE COMPLETE


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Melissa Mccabe | 88 comments August Completed Challenge - 7/10 books

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Lorraine Heath's backlist - Lorraine Heath

You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance. From Below - Finished 8/10

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland. - Just Like Home 342 pages - finished 8/17

6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover. - What Moves the Dead- Finished 8/20

7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island. Cackle Finished 8/19

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character. Last Summer at the Golden Hotel- Finished 8/25

9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe- Finished 8/31

10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice. -The Love Hypothesis Finished 8/2


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Cyliena | 401 comments Oops, I forgot to make a post for my August challenge reads! Here they are...

Completed: 7

1. Happy August Birthday!: Wolf ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/11)
3. FAC - Lorraine Heath: Crazy for Loving You ⭐⭐⭐ (8/8)
5. Birthday of Queen Elizabeth: The Wicked Will Rise ⭐⭐⭐ (8/31)
6. National Kool-Aid Day: Wild Open Hearts ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/2)
7. National Roller Coaster Day: The Dirty Truth ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/29)
8. National Mountain Climbing Day: Flor's Fiasco ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/28)
10. Reader's Choice: A Song of Sky and Sacrifice ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/26)

Wolf (Sentinel Security, #1) by Anna Hackett Crazy for Loving You (Bluewater Billionaires) by Pippa Grant The Wicked Will Rise (University of Morgana Academy of Enchantments and Witchcraft #8) by Emma Dean Wild Open Hearts (Bluewater Billionaires) by Kathryn Nolan The Dirty Truth by Winter Renshaw Flor's Fiasco (Icehome, #17) by Ruby Dixon A Song of Sky and Sacrifice by Lana Pecherczyk


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Mary! (u2sadie) | 85 comments Completed challenge

2022 August Monthly Challenge
Duration: Aug 1 - 31, 2022
10/10


1. Read a book published in August
Salvage the Bones by Jesmyn Ward 08/19/2022

2. Read a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative!
Iris (Colorful, Rainbow)
These Impossible Things by Salma El-Wardany 08/17/2022 (Colorful Rainbow cover)

3. Read one book written by Lorraine Heath
Texas Glory by Lorraine Heath 08/23/2022

4. Read a book with 6 or 3 in page count.
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston 08/03/2022 (368 pages)

5. Read a book set in England.
Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister 08/22/2022

6. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt).
NOFX: The Hepatitis Bathtub and Other Stories by Jeff Alulis 08/15/2022
And the story about me buying root beer was just a bleary-eyed mistake in a dry county...

7. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
The Wedding by Dorothy West 08/08/2022 (Martha's Vinyard)

8. Read a book with an athletic character.
The Black Kids by Christina Hammonds Reed 08/29/2022 (LaShawn Johnson)

9. Read a book in the middle of a series.
Double Time (Sinners on Tour #5) by Olivia Cunning 08/29/2022

10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
Mika in Real Life by Emiko Jean 08/25/2022


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Sonja (sonjac) | 1364 comments Completed!
OMG I did it!!! Being isolated with covid half the month definitely helped....
1. Happy August Birthday: Fever (green on cover)
2. Baby Names! Audrey (Noble Strength): On Broken Wings (Noble Strength characters)
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Playing House (athletic character)
4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key: Shipped (6 and 3 in page count)
5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth: By Force of Instinct (Set in England)
6. National Kool-Aid Day: Which Witch is Which? (yellow/red on cover)
7. National Roller Coaster Day: The Library at the Edge of the World (set on an island)
8. National Mountain Climbing Day: Home Game (athletic character)
9. National Middle Child's Day: The Takeover (middle of series)
10. Reader’s Choice: To Marry and to Meddle


Books Read:
Fever (Jungle Oasis #1) by Autumn Archer On Broken Wings (Wild Aces, #3) by Chanel Cleeton Playing House (The Playboys of Sin Valley #1) by Cassie-Ann L. Miller Shipped by Angie Hockman By Force of Instinct by Abigail Reynolds Which Witch is Which? (The Witches of Port Townsend, #1) by Cynthia St. Aubin The Library at the Edge of the World (Finfarran Peninsula #1) by Felicity Hayes-McCoy Home Game (Vegas Aces #1) by Lisa Suzanne The Takeover (The Miles High Club, #2) by T.L. Swan To Marry and to Meddle (The Regency Vows, #3) by Martha Waters


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