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2018 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books

Fun Facts about Elisabeth -
* Before topping multiple bestseller lists—including those of the New York Times, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal she taught middle school science.
* She writes paranormal romances or romantic suspense books and published her first book in 2008.
* She lives in western Oregon.

❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

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

- You can choose any number of categories depending on your reading speed, book availability and/or time commitment.

- When posting your challenge progress, please make sure to put the date/s when you finished your book/s.

- Upon completion, please repost your challenge as it helps when updating, You may update your original challenge as or go or repost if you choose.

Happy Reading!!

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2018 February Monthly Challenge

10/10 completed

✓ 'F' is for February: Follow by Tessa Bailey (02/02) ★★★★

✓ Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: Along Came Us by Nicole McLaughlin (01/02) ★★★

✓ Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Archangel's Blade by Nalini Singh (02/02) ★★★

✓ Shortest Month: Angels' Dance by Nalini Singh (03/02) ★★★★

✓ Groundhog Day – 2 February: The Warlord Wants Forever by Kresley Cole (19/02) ★★★

✓ Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The Rivalry by Nikki Sloane (06/02) ★★★

✓ Mardi Gras – 13 February: Into the Fire by Amanda Usen (04/02) ★★★

✓ Valentines Day – 14 February: Duke of Manhattan by Louise Bay (12/02) ★★★

✓ Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: At Last by Jill Shalvis (03/02) ★★★

✓ Reader's Choice: Wrecked by Sherilee Gray (05/02) ★★★

2018 February Monthly Challenge


0/10 Completed

01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Fire in His Fury by Ruby Dixon [KU-R]
OR
Fool for Love by Eloisa James [MP3]
OR
The Fairy Godmother by Lynsay Sands [E-Pub]
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ Apollo: Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins. Or read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.
Final Lap by Erin McCarthy [E-Pub]
OR
Real Men Will by Victoria Dahl [E-Pub]
OR
Half Moon Hill by Toni Blake [MP3]
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Elisabeth Naughton: Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.
Tempted by Elisabeth Naughton [MP3]
OR
Illusion Town by Jayne Castle [E-Pub]
OR
The Shimmering by Susan Kearney [E-Pub]
OR
Shifter in Paradise by Susan Kearney [KU-R]
04. Shortest Month: Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages. Or read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.
The Scandalous, Dissolute, No-Good Mr. Wright by Tessa Dare [E-Pub]
OR
Second to None by Nancy Herkness
OR
Moondance Beach by Susan Donovan [E-Pub]
05. Groundhog Day (February 2): Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover. Or read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.
Just In Time by Addison Fox [E-Pub]
OR
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts [E-Pub]
OR
Western Winter Wedding Bells by Cheryl St. John [E-Pub]
06. Super Bowl Sunday (February 4): Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents. Or read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.
Homecoming by Shannon Stacey [E-Pub]
OR
Just Stop Me by Rosalind James [KU-R]
OR
Scrimmage Gone South by Alicia Hunter Pace [MP3]
07. Mardi Gras (February 13): Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline. Or read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has beads/a mask on the cover.
Two for the Dough by Janet Evanovich
08. Valentines Day (February 14): Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).
Confessions of a Secret Admirer: A Valentine's Day Anthology by Jennifer Ryan [MP3]
OR
Cement Heart by Beth Ehemann [KU-R]
OR
Thief of Hearts by Lucy Varna [KU-R]
09. Chinese New Year - Year of the Dog (February 16): Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance. Or read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).
The Day of the Duchess by Sarah MacLean [MP3]
OR
Starlight on Willow Lake by Susan Wiggs [Audio CD]
OR
No One Like You by Kate Angell [E-Pub]
OR
A New Leash on Love by Debbie Burns [E-Pub]
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Delightful by Adrianne Lee [E-Pub]


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2018 February Monthly Challenge

DONE!
10/10 READ

✔1. 'F' is for February: Fallen Heir by Erin Watt ★★★★ February 11
✔2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Twin Secrets by Jules Bennett ★★★★ February 21
✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton: Repressed by Elisabeth Naughton ★★★ February 10
✔4. Shortest Month: Like Fresh Fallen Snow by Tara Wyatt ★★★★ February 3
✔5. Groundhog Day – When Snowflakes Fall by Tara Wyatt ★★★ February 2
✔6. Super Bowl Sunday – Irresistible You by Kate Meader ★★★★ February 26
✔7. Mardi Gras – Chasing Spring by R.S. Grey ★★★★ February 12
✔8. Valentines Day – Easy Kisses by Kristen Proby ★★★ February 21
✔9. Chinese New Year – Puppy Love by Kelly Moran ★★★★ February 7
✔10. Reader's Choice: Tracking You by Kelly Moran ★★★★ February 9

I'm in.

...10/10 Completed February 28

1. 'F' is for February: Falling for the M.D. by Marie Ferrarella February 15, 3 stars

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: The Ice Twins by S.K. Tremayne February 25, 3 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author: Blood Bound by Patricia Briggs February 21, 3.5 stars

4. Shortest Month: Bloodfever by Karen Marie Moning February 24, 4 stars

5. Groundhog Day - 2 February: Savage Thunder by Johanna Lindsey February 28, 5 stars

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: Only Forever by Linda Lael Miller February 12, 2 stars

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Honest Illusions by Nora Roberts February 11, 3 stars

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A Valentine for the Cowboy by Rebecca Winters February 13, 4 stars

9. Chinese New Year: Catch of the Day by Kristan Higgins February 17, 4 stars

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.: Onyx by Jennifer L. Armentrout February 4, 4 stars

I'm in!!!

2018 February Monthly Challenge
10/10 READ

✔️1. 'F' is for February: Falling for the Ghost of You by Nicole Christie (book that starts with F) ★★★★★ 02/03

✔️2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: Reckless by Lex Martin (book featuring siblings) ★★★★★ 02/14

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton: Tear by Rachel Van Dyken (book set in Oregon) ★★★ 02/15

✔️4. Shortest Month: Strung by Rachel Van Dyken (novella) ★★★ 02/15

✔️5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: The Ones Who Got Away by Roni Loren (rain on the cover) ★★★★★ 02/06

✔️6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: False Start by Rebel Farris (characters in music industry) ★★★★★ 02/19

✔️7. Mardi Gras – 13 February:Rhythm, Chord & Malykhin by Mariana Zapata (colorful cover) ★★★★ 02/16

✔️8. Valentines Day – 14 February: Fuck Valentine's Day by C.M. Stunich (Valentine's theme) ★★★★ 02/08

✔️9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Libra Rising by Stacy M. Wray (new beginning) ★★★★ 02/17

✔️10. Reader's Choice: Unteachable by Elliot Wake ★★★★★ 02/10

I'M IN!

1. 'F' is for February - Falling For A Stranger - Barbara Freethy - 3 FEB
2. featuring siblings - Thunderstruck - Vicki Lewis Thompson - 2 FEB
3. romantic suspense - Chilled - Kendra Elliot - 5 FEB
4. novella - Royally Raised - Emma Chase - 4 FEB
5. weather on the cover - Lost Rider - Harper Sloan (Sun) - 17 FEB
6. sports-themed - Squeeze Play - Kate Angell - 8 FEB
7. colorful cover - Fear in February - Camilla Chafer - 18 FEB
8. romance - Cold Peril - Emily Jane Trent - 6 FEB
9. second chance - Between Now and Forever - Barbara Freethy - 12 FEB
10. Reader's Choice - Fifty Shades Darker - E.L. James - 14 FEB

I'll go for all 10 and see what I end up with.

2018 February Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 2/1/18 to 2/28/18
8/10

1. 'F' is for February - Starts with 'F' - Fatal Affair by Marie Force - 2/21/18 ♥♥♥♥


2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses – Apollo - Featuring siblings – Checkmate by R.L. Mathewson - 2/2/18 ♥♥♥♥
Rory and her 5 brothers all work together at Shadow Construction.


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton - Paranormal suspense genre - Slave to Sensation by Nalini Singh - 2/16/18 ♥♥♥♥


4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February - Features sport agents - Playing Dirty by C.L. Parker - 2/11/18 ♥♥♥


7. Mardi Gras – 13 February - Celebration of some kind in the storyline - Shopaholic Ties the Knot by Sophie Kinsella - 2/6/18 ♥♥♥♥

Wedding

8. Valentines Day – 14 February - Romance book - Devil's Mark by Megan Crane - 2/4/18 ♥♥♥♥


9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog - Character/s have a new beginning or a second chance - Uncovered by Kathryn Taylor - 2/5/18 ♥♥♥

Jonathan comes to find Grace to continue their relationship after she leaves his company in England and goes home to Chicago.

10. Reader's Choice – Any book - Evil Under the Sun by Agatha Christie - 2/3/18 ♥♥♥♥


****COMPLETED 8 out of 10*****

I'm in too!

2018 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'. A Question of Murder, Jessica Fletcher...02.11.2018

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, J.K. Rowling...02.02.2018...Ron Fred George Percy Bill & Charlie are brothers...Fred & George are twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books

Fun Facts about Elisabeth -
* Before topping multiple bestseller lists—including those of the New York Times, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal she taught middle school science.
* She writes paranormal romances or romantic suspense books and published her first book in 2008.
* She lives in western Oregon.

❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

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

Welcome everyone! I've linked you up in message 2 if you've got the challenge template in your message.

February Monthly Challenge

Read: 10/10 👑 FINISHED!!

✔01. 'F' is for February: Fifty Shades of Grey February 3, 2018

✔02. Read a book featuring siblings Pies and Prejudice February 12, 2018

✔03. Featured Author Challenge -Elisabeth Naughton Bodyguards in Bed February 27, 2018

✔04.Read a book that has less than 150 pages Lila's Capture February 22, 2018

✔05. Read a book set in winter The Winter Bride February 27, 2018

✔06. Read a book with a sport theme Body Check February 21, 2018

✔07. Read a book with a mask on the cover: Fifty Shades Darker February 4, 2018

✔08. Read a book with Valentine theme on the cover (Heart)The Thing About Love February 15, 2018

✔09. Read a book that features a pet of some kind A Spirited Tail February 12, 2018

✔10. Read any book of your choice: Fifty Shades Freed February 6, 2018

Me please, for the usual 10!

2018 February Monthly Challenge
10/10 COMPLETED

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F'
by Mariana Zapata, read Feb 18, ★★★★★

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: Read a book featuring siblings
by Jill Shalvis, read Feb 17, ★★★★

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read a book shelved as a romantic suspense genre
by Cordelia Kingsbridge, read Feb 23, ★★★★1/2

4. Shortest Month: Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover
by Annie Bellet, read Feb 10, ★★★★

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element
by L.C. Chase, read Feb 18, ★★★★1/2

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: Read a story where a character is a musician
by C.S. Poe, read Feb 27, ★★

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors)
by Lily Morton, read Feb 03, ★★★★★

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: Read a romance book
by Riley Hart, Devon McCormack, read Feb 17, ★★★

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Read a book that features a pet of some kind
by Sarah Morgan, read Feb 27, ★★★1/2

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
by Gail Honeyman, read Feb 28, ★★★1/2

Welcome True.magic, MountainKat and Mariana :)

Read 10/10

1. ‘F' is for February. Read a book that starts with 'F': Fast Connection 5/2

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses – Apollo. Read a book featuring siblings: Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord 3/2

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. You may read any book shelved as a paranormal: When A Lioness Growls 1/2

4. Shortest Month. Read a novella: A Mackenzie Family Christmas: The Perfect Gift 2/2

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February. Read a historical: The Untamed Earl 8/2

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February. Read a sports-themed book: Worth the Drive 7/2 (Professional golf)

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February. Read a book that has a celebration of some kind in the storyline: The Billionaire and the Virgin (wedding)

8. Valentines Day – 14 February. Read a romance book: The Study of Seduction 11/2

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog. Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance: The Highwayman 5/2

10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice: Keeping Her Warm 11/2

February Monthly Challenge

READ: 10/10

✔1. 'F' is for February: Fish Stick Fridays - Rhys Ford 2/22

✔2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: Night Huntress - Yasmine Galenorn (mc's are sisters) 2/20

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Dragon Spawn - Eileen Wilks (paranormal) 2/27

✔4. Shortest Month: Thread of Death - Jennifer Estep (100 pgs) 2/25

✔5. Groundhog Day: Blood on Silk - Marie Treanor (snowy cover) 2/22

✔6. Super Bowl Sunday: Crush - Nicole Williams (she's a dancer/he's football player) 2/3

✔7. Mardi Gras: Airwoman - Zara Quentin (colorful cover) 2/1

✔8. Valentines Day: A Hopeless Romantic - Harriet Evans (romance) 2/26

✔9. Chinese New Year: Wolves - C. Gockel (Fenrir, dog) 2/17

✔10. Reader's Choice: Something in the House - D.L. Lewis 2/23



CHALLENGE COMPLETE

2018 February Monthly Challenge
10/10 Complete

✔︎ 1. 'F' is for February: Cowboy Behind the Badge by Delores Fossen
📖 February 6th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2

✔︎ 2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: Sisters in Love by Melissa Foster
🎧 February 7th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2

✔︎ 3. Featured Author Challenge - Elisabeth Naughton: Stolen Fury by Elisabeth Naughton
🎧 February 11th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2

✔︎ 4. Shortest Month: Duty Bound Guardian by Terri Reed
📖 February 27th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔︎ 5. February 2nd - Groundhogs Day: The Hidden by Heather Graham
🎧 February 25th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔︎ 6. February 4th - Super Bowl Sunday: Rock Hard by Nalini Singh
🎧 February 28th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔︎ 7. February 13th - Mardi Gras: Easy Love by Kristen Proby
🎧 February 24th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2

✔︎ 8. February 14th - Valentines Day: The Valentine Quest by Melissa McClone
📖 February 10th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔︎ 9. February 16th - Chinese New Year: About a Dog by Jenn McKinlay
🎧 February 20th, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔︎ 10. Reader's Choice: Lawman Protection by Cindi Myers
📖 February 23rd, 2018 - ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2

I'm in!

7/10 complete

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'. -- Vows Made in Secret (Louise Fuller) - 2/24

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo - siblings: How to Murder a Millionaire - 2/16

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. (book set in a school) -- Beneath a Sugar Sky - 2/26

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover: Snow Way Out - 2/23

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents: Only the Brave Try Ballet - 2/24

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog -- second chance book: Accidentally on Purpose - 2/18

10. Reader's Choice: Murder with Puffins - 2/22

- Upon completion, please repost your challenge as it helps when updating, You may update your original challenge as or go or repost if you choose.

Happy Reading!!

Im in

0/10

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books

Fun Facts about Elisabeth -
* Before topping multiple bestseller lists—including those of the New York Times, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal she taught middle school science.
* She writes paranormal romances or romantic suspense books and published her first book in 2008.
* She lives in western Oregon.

❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

- finished 01/02/2018 - 4/5

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite . - - finished 9/02/18 - 5 stars

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

or or or other

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

or other

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

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

February Monthly Challenge
Read: 10/10

1. 'F' is for February: Father Found, Judith Arnold ★★★★ 2/14
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Siblings: The McClintock Proposal, Carol Ericson ★★★★ 2/21
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC), R-Suspense: White Lies, Linda Howard ★★★★ 2/16
4. Shortest Month-30 pgs: The Transfer, Veronica Roth ★★★★ 2/2
5. Groundhog Day-Historical: When He Was Wicked: The Epilogue II, Julia Quinn ★★★★ 2/19
6. Super Bowl Sunday - Musician: Lead, Kylie Scott ★★★★★ 2/7
7. Mardi Gras – wedding celebration: Hollywood Husbands, Jackie Collins ★★★ 2/6
8. Valentines Day – romance book: Austin, Linda Lael Miller ★★★★ 2/2
9. Chinese New Year – dog named Bagel: The Wedding Audition, Catherine Mann ★★★★ 2/1
10. Reader's Choice: Never Seduce a Scot, Maya Banks ★★★★ 2/13

2018 February Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1 - 28 Feb

10/10 completed

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Five Minutes Longer 2/5 4 Star

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins. Ace of Spades 2/8 4 Star
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name.
❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school. Primal Passions 2/3 3 Star

4. Shortest Month
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages. Shattered Fear 2/8 3 Star
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February:
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover. Thaw in Winter 2/5 3 Star
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February:
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents. Tigers and Devils 2/4 3 Star
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February:
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover. Halfway Hexed 2/4 4 Star

8. Valentines Day – 14 February:
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss). The Thing About Love 2/6 4 Star

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog:
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!). How to Walk Like a Man 2/10 4 Star

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Where Death Meets the Devil 2/2 5 Star

My spot! I'm in ;) 10/10 Completed 03/02/18
✔1. 'F' is for February: Fake Fiancée Ilsa Madden-Mills • Read 03/02/18 4*
✔ 2.
Olympians: Twin brothers Princess (Foreign Affairs 01) Mari Carr • Read 02/01/18 3*
✔ 3. Marked (Eternal Guardians 01) Elisabeth Naughton • Read 02/05/18 4.5*
✔ 4. Shortest Month: 50 pages The Blushing Bounder (Iron Seas 0.4) Meljean Brook • Read 02/07/18 4*
✔5. Groundhog Day: Historical The Custom of the Army (Lord John Grey 02.75) Diana Gabaldon • Read 02/16/18 5*
✔6. Super Bowl Sunday: The Player and the Pixie (Rugby 02 ) L.H. Cosway-Penny Reid • Read 02/12/18 4.5*
✔7. Mardi Gras: Winter Igniting (Scorpius Syndrome 05) Rebecca Zanetti • Read 02/20/18 4.5*
✔ 8. Valentines Day The Awakening (The Troubles 01) Milana Raziel • Read 02/02/18 3.5*
✔ 9. Chinese New Year: Second chance/New beginning Mack Daddy (Ice 02) Penelope Ward • Read 02/09/18 3*
✔10. Reader's Choice: Cold As Ice (Ice 02) Anne Stuart • Read 02/07/18 4.5*

0/10

1. 'F' is for February: Fool Me Once, Catherine Bybee

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo - Willowleaf Lane, RaeAnne Thayne

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Wait for Me, Elisabeth Naughton

4. Shortest Month: Rough Ride: A Chaos Novella, Kristen Ashley

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: Christmas in Snowflake Canyon, RaeAnne Thayne

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: Rookie Move, Sarina Bowen

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: No Time Like Mardi Gras, Kimberly Lang

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: The Trouble with Valentine's Day, Rachel Gibson

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Too Good to be True, Kristan Higgins

10. Reader's Choice: Big Rock, Lauren Blakely

RRRC 2018 February Monthly Challenge
Read: 11/11

1.'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F'.
Follow Love J.H. Croix 2/8/18

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses- Apollo
❃ Read a book featuring siblings
Second Chance Girl Susan Mallery 2/4/18

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton.
Read a Romantic Suspense.
Alone In the Dark Karen Rose 2/12/18

4. Shortest Month:
❃ Read a book that has less than 150 pages.
Fire at Dusk Lila Ashe 2/9/18

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February:
Read a book set in winter. Holiday Hearts: A Fairytale Christmas\The St. James Affair Susan Wiggs 2/2/18

Read a historical genre. The Exile of Sara Stevenson Darci Hannah 2/3/18

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February:
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents. All of these
Rookie Move Sarina Bowen 2/10/18


7. Mardi Gras – 13 February:
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors)
Karen Rose 2/5/18

8. Valentines Day – 14 February:
❃ Read a romance book.
Sex, Not Love Vi Keeland 2/2/18

9. Chinese New Year– 16 February – Year of the Dog:
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
Like a Memory Abbi Glines 2/1/18

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Absinthe Winter Renshaw 2/6/18

February Monthly Challenge
10/10 READ

1. 'F' is for February: Fearless Leader, 2/9

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: How To Be A Normal Person, 2/1

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton: The Bride's Baby, 2/15

4. Shortest Month: Uncaged, 2/10

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: I, Robot, 2/8

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: Of Love, 2/10

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Magician's Gambit, 2/14

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: Slam!

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: The Cat’s Meow, 2/1

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice: The Consumption of Magic, 2/20

2018 February Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔ 1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

A Forbidden Affair by Yvonne Lindsay - 03/02/2018

✔ 2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.

Alpha Instinct by Katie Reus - 01/02/2018

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book that is shelved as a paranormal

Mating Instinct by Katie Reus - 02/02/2018

✔ 4. Shortest Month: February
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

Primal Possession by Katie Reus - 01/02/2018

✔ 5. Groundhog Day – 2 February
❃ Re-read an old favorite.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling - 08/02/2018

✔ 6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes (former pro surfer)

Unraveled by Jaci Burton - 06/02/2018

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February
❃ Read a book with a celebration of some kind in the storyline (Yule Ball)

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling - 12/02/2018

✔ 8. Valentines Day – 14 February
❃ Read a romance book

Buried and Shadowed by Alexandra Ivy - 05/02/2018

✔ 9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning

Assassin Next Door by Eve Langlais - 06/02/2018

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

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling - 17/02/2018

9/10

✔1. 'F' is for February: ❃Forever Your Earl ★★★★

✔2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
❃The Wrangler- brothers/twins ★★★

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -
❃Hard as It Gets - romantic suspense


✔✔4. Shortest Month
❃Once Upon a Maiden Lane ★★★★
❃ The Last Wicked Scoundrel ★★★★

✔5. Groundhog Day – 2 February:
❃Christmas Nights - winter setting ★★★
or❃ From Sand and Ash - non-contemporary HR


✔6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February:
❃ Lead - Music industry it is! I refuse to watch the Tom Brady Show this year.... ★★★★★

✔7. Mardi Gras – 13 February:
❃ Managed - colorful cover ★★★★★


8. Valentines Day – 14 February:
❃ Saint's Gate - I don't 'do' V-day so let's go with a thriller/murder mystery! :) Plus it has 'saint' in the title, for Saint Valentine.... close enough for me!


✔9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog:
❃Never Less Than a Lady ★★★★

✔10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
❃The Highland Guardian ★★★★
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2018 February Monthly Challenge
9/10 completed

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'. - Light After Dark Marie Force - 2/3

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. - Wait for Me Elisabeth Naughton - 2/26

4. Shortest Month
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages. - Long Gone Marliss Melton - 2/4
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover. - Marliss Melton - 2/5

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February:
❃ Read a historical - Ace's Wild Sarah McCarty - 2/28

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February:
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents. - Shadowboxer Cari Quinn - 2/11
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February:
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans - Malevolent Jana Deleon - 2/5
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February:
❃ Read a romance book - Blaze Susan Fanetti - 2/22

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog:
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a second chance. - Mack Daddy Penelope Ward - 2/23
❃ Read a book that features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!). - dog - No One Left to Tell Karen Rose - 2/12

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. - Malavita Dana Delamar - 2/3

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2018 February Monthly Challenge 

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'. 

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.**twins Rampage by Brittany Crowley 2.3

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books

Fun Facts about Elisabeth -
* Before topping multiple bestseller lists—including those of the New York Times, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal she taught middle school science. 
* She writes paranormal romances or romantic suspense books and published her first book in 2008.
* She lives in western Oregon. 

❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover. Stormy Nights by Tonya Romagos 2.25 

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others. 
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
Butcher by LeAnn Ashers 2.11

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty. 
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance. Hitmans Surprise Baby by Kathryn Thomas 2.5

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
His Millionaire Maid by Coleen Kwan 2.4

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2018 February Monthly Challenge
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1. Fat Tuesday
2. The Dancing Master
3. The Raven Boys
4. The Werewolf's Wife
5. The Corinthian
6. The Baller
7. Take Me Home
8. Heartless
9. Hope Flames
10. Hot Point

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1. F is for February-Fifty Things You Need to Know about World History-Feb.24/2018
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses-Keeping Faith Feb.14/2018
3. Feature author challebge- Set in a school-Stargirl
4. Shortest month- Binti Feb.15/2018
5.Groundhog day- Sugar Feb.1/2018
6.Super Bowl Sunday-The Illegal Feb.7/2018
7. Mardi Gras- The Table of Less Valued Knights Feb.3/ 2018
8. Valentine's Day-Lone Wolf Lawman Feb.10/2017
9. Chinese New Year-The Lie Tree Feb.8/2018
10. Reader's Choice- The Green Mile Feb.22/2018

2018 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books

Fun Facts about Elisabeth -
* Before topping multiple bestseller lists—including those of the New York Times, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal she taught middle school science.
* She writes paranormal romances or romantic suspense books and published her first book in 2008.
* She lives in western Oregon.

❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

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

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2018 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February:

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author: Elisabeth Naughton-

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
*re-read an old favorite: 2/2/18

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.

2/4/18

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).


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

February 2018 Challenge
Feb 1, 2018 – Feb 28, 2018
0/10

1 - 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2 - Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3 - Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books
❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

4 - Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5 - Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

6 - Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7 - Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8 - Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9 - Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

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

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2018 February Monthly Challenge
Read 9/9!! February 27, 2017!!

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Falling for the Highlander - Lynsay Sands 2-13-18

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo: Read a book featuring siblings.
When I Need You - Lorelei James 2-5-18

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read a book shelved as a paranormal.
Kodiak's Claim - Eve Langlais 2-18-18

4. Shortest Month: Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
Unbreak Her Heart (130 pages) - Lacey Legend 2-4-18

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: Read a book is a historical.
The Brat - Lynsay Sands 2-21-18

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: Read a story where a character/s are a musician.
The Last Cowboy in Texas - Katie Lane 2-15-18

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline, a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: Read a romance book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).
Just Kiss Me - Rachel Gibson 2-7-18

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Read a book where a character/s have a second chance.
Married Till Christmas - Christine Rimmer 2-4-18

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Eye of the Beholder - Nana Malone 2-10-18

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'F' is for February: Full House
Olympian Gods: Daddy Needs a Date
(FAC): Moving Day
Shortest Month: Brad
Groundhog Day: In A Family Way
Super Bowl Sunday: Down by Contact
Mardi Gras: A Little Love
Valentines Day: Something Permanent
Chinese New Year: Owning It
Reader's Choice: City Boy

I'm in!

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2018 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books

Fun Facts about Elisabeth -
* Before topping multiple bestseller lists—including those of the New York Times, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal she taught middle school science.
* She writes paranormal romances or romantic suspense books and published her first book in 2008.
* She lives in western Oregon.

❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

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

2018 February Monthly Challenge

Read 10/10 Updated 2/18

1. F is for February: First Star I See Tonight by Susan Elizabeth Phillips 2/4


2. Apollo/Siblings - On Second Thought by Kristan Higgins 2/1


3. Romantic Suspense - Enemy Waters by Justine Davis 2/8


4. Shortest Month/Novella - Family Affair by Debbie Macomber 2/2


5. Groundhog Day: Winter - Snowed In by Sarah Title 2/9


6. Super Bowl: Sports - Happy Birthday by Danielle Steel 2/18


7. Mardi Gras/Mask: Fifty Shades Darker by E. L. James 2/5


8. Valentine: The Trouble with Valentine's Day by Rachel Gibson 2/17


9. Chinese New Year: Dog - Merry & Bright by Debbie Macomber 2/17


10. Reader's Choice: Carbs and Cadavers by Ellery Adams 2/5

2018 February Monthly Challenge

1. 'F' is for February:
20/2/17

2. Apollo: Read a book featuring siblings.
1/2/18

3. Elisabeth: a book that's shelved as a paranormal.
1/2/18

4. Shortest Month: Read a book that has less than 150 pages.
1/2/18

5. 2 Feb: Re-read an old favorite.
3/2/18

6. 4 Feb:
3/2/18

7. 13 Feb: Read a book with a colorful cover.
3/2/18

8. 14 Feb: Read a romance book.
2/2/18

9. 16 Feb: a new beginning or a second chance.
10/2/17

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
6/2/17

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8/10 Read

**1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

2/12/18 Fire in You

**2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
Apollo was the son of Leto and Zeus. He was born on the island of Delos. He and his twin sister Artemis, also an Olympian, shared an aptitude for archery. The nine Muses were companions of his; they were goddesses known for inspiring art and music.
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.

2/1/18 Born in Fire

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name. Link to Elisabeth Naughton's backlist: Elisabeth Naughton – List of Books

You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.


**4. Shortest Month: February is the only month to have a length less than 30 days and is the only month that can pass with no full moon.
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.

2/10/18 Locked

**5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A groundhog predicts if there will be 6 more weeks of winter.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

2/27/2018 Twilight

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.


**7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.

2/28/18 Beneath the Truth

**8. Valentines Day – 14 February: A day that represents romantic love and the expression of love or gratitude.
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

2/6/18 Three Little Words

**9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Celebrated as the start of the New Year in Chinese communities. The Dog is the eleventh animal in the Chinese zodiac and is a symbol of loyalty and honesty.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

2/20/18 Wanted: A Monster Billionaire Romance (Cat)

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

2/8/18 Born in Ice

2018 February Monthly Challenge

7/10 read

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

✓ 2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - a book featuring siblings.
A Little Bit Country - Debbie Macomber. 02.02.2018

✓ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - read a book by Elisabeth Naughton.
Marked - Elisabeth Naughton. 05.02.2018

✓ 4. Shortest Month: Read an anthology.
That Summer Place - Debbie Macomber, Susan Wiggs, Jill Barnett. 24.02.2018

✓ 5. Groundhog Day: read a historical genre.
An Unlikely Friendship - Jann Rowland. 25.02.2018

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: The NFL Championship game is set to be played in Minneapolis and is the most watched TV event of the year.
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Nowhere on the planet is Fat Tuesday celebrated more than on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. The day is celebrated with festivities and parades and of course much food and drink. While in New Orleans, a big tradition is in wearing Mardi Gras beads and giving them to others.
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

✓ 8. Valentines Day: read a romance book.
Riverbend Road - RaeAnne Thayne. 28.02.2018

✓ 9. Chinese New Year – a book where a character has a new beginning/a second chance (also a pet in the story at the end).
Malice - Danielle Steel. 02.02.2018

✓ 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
After the Night - Linda Howard. 01.02.2018

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2018 February Monthly Challenge
9/10 read

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
F*ck Love by Tarryn Fisher 10.02.2018

2. ❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.
Wife Number Seven by Melissa Brown 17.02.2018

3. ❃ or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre
White Hot Kiss by Jennifer L. Armentrout 02.02.2018

4. ❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
His Only Wife by Melissa Brown 19.02.2018

5.❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.
The Highwayman by Kerrigan Byrne 09.02.2018

6.❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
Real by Katy Evans 25.02.2018

7. ❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.
The Sky Is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson 27.02.2018


8 ❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).
The Butterfly Project by Emma Scott 13.02.2018

9. ❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Bared to You by Sylvia Day 15.02.2018

I'm in!

2018 February Monthly Challenge

10/10 completed

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.

The Charmer by Avery Flynn - 2/9/18

2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo
❃ Read a book featuring siblings – bonus points if there is a set of twins.
❃ Read a book that is listed as being inspirational or a character needs inspiration or encouragement to do something.

Forbidden Three: A Blakely After Dark Novella by Kira Blakely - 2/20/18

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -Elisabeth Naughton. Read one book written by Elisabeth Naughton or any author with her first or last name.
❃ You may also read a book set in Oregon, or by an author who is from Oregon. You can also read any book published in 2008, or is shelved as a paranormal or romantic suspense genre or a book that features a teacher or set in a school.

Marked by Elisabeth Naughton - 2/8/18

4. Shortest Month
❃ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages.
❃ Read a book with a moon or nighttime scene on the cover.

The Grownup by Gillian Flynn - 2/18/18

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February:
❃ Read a book set in winter or a book that has a weather element (sunshine, rain, snow etc.) on the cover.
❃ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre or re-read an old favorite.

Archangel's Kiss by Nalini Singh - 2/14/18

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February:
❃ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents.
❃ Read a story where a character/s are a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.

Unbroken: Virgin and Bad Boy Second Chance Romance by Haley Pierce - 2/24/18

7. Mardi Gras – 13 February:
❃ Read a book set in New Orleans or has a celebration of some kind in the storyline.
❃ Read a book with a colorful cover (3 or more colors) or has a beads/mask on the cover.

Forbidden Daddy: A Blakely After Dark Novella by Kira Blakely (and extended epilogue received from email newsletter) - 2/20/18

8. Valentines Day – 14 February:
❃ Read a romance book or a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover (hearts, flowers, cupid, love, kiss).

Accidentally on Purpose by Jill Shalvis - 2/3/18

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog:
❃ Read a book where a character/s have a new beginning or a second chance.
❃ Read a book that is number eleven in a series or features a pet of some kind (bonus points if it’s a dog and double bonus points if it’s a puppy!).

Sweet Little Lies by Jill Shalvis - 2/17/18

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

Angels' Blood by Nalini Singh - 2/1/18

2018 February Monthly Challenge

6/10 completed

**1. 'F' is for February: Frost Burn by Erica Stevens

**2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Surrender (The Steel Brothers Saga) by Helen Hardt

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Wait For Me by Elisabeth Naughton.

**4. Shortest Month- Where There's Smoke by Jodi Picoult

5. Groundhog Day – 2 February: A Family Affair by Mary Campisi

6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February: Better Than Perfect by Kristina Mathews

**7. Mardi Gras – 13 February: Incognita by Jima Fixsen

**8. Valentines Day – 14 February: Heartless by J. Sterling

9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog: Leashed by Zoe Dawson

***10. Reader's Choice: Blood Vow by J.R. Ward

February Monthly Challenge
February 2018

MY February Monthly Challenge (msg 51)

10 of 10 Books Read



✔1. 'F' is for February ~ Read a book that starts with 'F'
🌸Family Ties - Jamie Hill
🌸Read: 02.27 ★★★
✔2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Apollo ~ Read a book featuring siblings
🌸The Bull Rider's Brother - Lynn Cahoon
🌸Read: 02.23 ★★
✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Elisabeth Naughton ~ Read a book published in 2008
🌸As Luck Would Have It - Alissa Johnson
🌸Read: 02.05 ★★★★
✔4. Shortest Month ~ Read a novella, an anthology or a book that has less than 150 pages
🌸Magic Mourns - Ilona Andrews
🌸Read: 02.03 ★★★
✔5. Groundhog Day – 2 February ~ Read a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary genre
🌸The Phantom of the Bathtub - Eugenia Riley
🌸Read: 02.02 ★★★
✔6. Super Bowl Sunday – 4 February ~ Read a sports-themed book that features either athletes, sportscasters, sport reports or agents
🌸Touch Me - Christie Ridgway
🌸Read: 02.10 ★★★★
✔7. Mardi Gras – 13 February ~ Read a book set in New Orleans
🌸Spring Rain - Jaci Burton
🌸Read: 02.03 ★★★
✔8. Valentines Day – 14 February ~ Read a book that has a predominantly Valentine theme either in the title or on the cover
🌸A Valentine Challenge - Kiru Taye
🌸Read: 02.09 ★★★
✔9. Chinese New Year – 16 February – Year of the Dog ~ Read a book where a character/s have a second chance
🌸Dark Lover - J.R. Ward
🌸Read: 02.13 ★★★★
✔10. Reader's Choice ~ Read any book of your choice
🌸Neurotica - Eliza Gordon
🌸Read: 02.08 ★★★

February
Completed: 0/10

1. Out of Time by Beth Flynn

2. Keep Me Safe by Maya Banks

3. Dagger-Star by Elizabeth Vaughan

4. Dire Warning by Stephanie Tyler

5. Cat Of A Different Color by Dana Marie Bell

6. Skating on Thin Ice: Seattle Sockeyes Hockey by Jami Davenport

7. Slow Surrender by Cecilia Tan

8. Sweet Talk by Julie Garwood

9. Hotshot by Julie Garwood

10. Blindsighted by Karen Slaughter