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2020 February Monthly Challenge
Here are some lists that might help with this month's categories:๐ Happy February Birthday! ๐
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๐ Flower of the Month โ Violet ๐
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๐ FAC โ Jeaniene Frost ๐
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๐ White Shirt Day ๐
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๐ Cherry Pie Day ๐
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๐ Tell a Fairy Tale Day ๐
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๐ Westminster Dog Show ๐
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๐ Creative Romance Month ๐
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๐ Pluto Day ๐
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Here's mine!Completed: 10/10
โ 1. Happy February Birthday: Survivors (2/11) 3.5โ
โ 2. FotM - Violet: Another (2/9) 3โ
โ 3. FAC - Jeaniene Frost: Carpool (2/2) 3โ
โ 4. White Shirt Day: Crazy (2/7) 4โ
โ 5. Cherry Pie Day: Sweet Tooth: An Enemies to Lovers Sweet Romance (2/29) 1โ
โ 6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day: As Wicked As They Come (2/27) 3โ
โ 7. Westminster Dog Show: Rugged (2/28) 2โ
โ 8. Creative Romance Month: His Plain Jane (2/28) 2.75โ
โ 9. Pluto Day: When She's Married (2/28) 3โ
โ 10. Reader's Choice: Office Mate (2/3) 3โ
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2020 February Monthly Challenge10/10 Completed
01. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
02. Flower of the Month ~ Violet: ๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
04. White Shirt Day (February 11): ๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
05. Cherry Pie Day (February 20): ๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
06. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): ๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
07. Westminster Dog Show: ๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
08. Creative Romance Month: ๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
09. Pluto Day: ๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
10/101. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book with purple on the cover - The Will, Kristen Ashley, 2/18
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: ๐ Read a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title. Loving Jay, Renae Kaye, 2/7
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ You may also read a book where a character travels by car, Deacon, Kristen Ashley, 2/12
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: ๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, It's Not Shakespeare, Amy Lane, 2/8
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: ๐ Read a book with a character who bakes Saddle Up, A.M. Arthur, 2/7
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: ๐ Read a book that makes you happy, Upside Down, N.R. Walker, 2/16
7. Westminster Dog Show: ๐ Read a book with a dog in it. Games of the Heart, Kristen Ashley, 2/5
8. Creative Romance Month: ๐ Read a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; Once in a Forest, Ofelia Grรคnd, 2/1
9. Pluto Day: ๐ Read a book with a character who enjoys science. One Giant Leap, Kay Simone, 2/14
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice. Across the Pond, R.J. Scott, 2/29
Read 10/101. Happy February Birthday. Read a book published in February: The Wide Window 8/2
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet. Read a book with a couple making a commitment: Penny's Protector 9/2
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost. Read a book where a character travels by car: Where Winter Finds You 3/2
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11. Read a book with any method of transportation on its cover: Damnable Grace 11/2
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20. Read a book with a character who eats a baked good: Sugar Daddy 8/2 (chocolate/raspberry birthday cake)
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26. Read a retelling of a fairy tale: Jackie and the Giant 9/2
7. Westminster Dog Show. Read a book with a dog in it: Bite Deeper 9/2
8. Creative Romance Month. Read a book where a couple has a unique date: Can't Touch This 6/2
9. Pluto Day. Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi): Won by an Alien 2/2
10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice: Priest 7/2
2020 February Monthly ChallengeFebruary 1, 2020 - February 29, 2020
10/10 Completed. Finish!
1. Happy February Birthday!:
๐ Read a book published in February.
My Maddie-Tillie Cole 2/06
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
Violent Ends-Jessica Hawkins 2/20
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost
๐ You may also read a book where a character travels by car.
Fries Before Guys-Lani Lynn Vale 2/13
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with white on its cover.
Impact-Haley Jenner 2/13
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
Married in Michigan-Jasinda Wilder 2/09
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a book with a happily-ever-after ending.
Cowboy in Colorado-Jasinda Wilder 2/09
7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
Risky Play-Rachel Van Dyken 2/11
8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover.
You. Me. Bed. Now.-Olivia T. Turner 2/02
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts).
The A.I. Who Loved Me-Alyssa Cole 2/01
10. Reader's Choice:
๐ Read any book of your choice.
Prisoned-Marni Mann 2/19
โค๏ธ FEBRUARY MONTHLY CHALLENGE โค๏ธ2/1 - 2/29/2020
Progress ~ 10/10
โค๏ธ1. Happy February Birthday ~ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover ~ Miss Match ~ 2/27/12 publication date ~ 2/7/2020
โค๏ธ2. Flower of the Month ~ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations, a book with a couple making a commitment, a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title ~ The Sleeping Arrangement ~ 2/5/2020 ~ Couple making a commitment.
โค๏ธ3. Featured Author Challenge ~ Read a book written by Jeaniene Frost, any author with her first or last name, a book set in Florida, a book by an author from Florida, a book published in 2007, an Urban Fantasy book or a book where a character travels by car ~ Sit...Stay...Beg ~ 2/7/2020 ~ Travel by car.
โค๏ธ4. White Shirt Day ~ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired, a book with white on the cover, any method of transportation on the cover or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement ~ The Flatshare ~ 2/4/2020 ~ Bargain/Deal/Arrangement.
โค๏ธ5. Cherry Pie Day ~ Read a book with a character who bakes, a character who eats a baked good, a book with food on the cover, a book with red on the cover, or a book set in Michigan ~ Fatal Fixer-Upper ~ lots of baking happening and lots of baked goods being eaten ~ 2/16/2020
โค๏ธ6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day ~ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology, a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about ~ Mystic Tea ~ Fantasy ~ 2/15/2020
โค๏ธ7. Westminster Dog Show ~ Read a book with a dog in it, a book with an animal on its cover, a book set in the 1800s, a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition in it ~ Deep in the Heart ~ 2/9/2020 ~ Hound dog named Rebel.
โค๏ธ8. Creative Romance Month ~ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter, a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover, a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on the cover, a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated, or a book where a character does something creative ~ Boss Man Bridegroom ~ unique proposal ~ 2/20/2020
โค๏ธ9. Pluto Day ~ Read a book with a science/sci-fi theme, a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, a character who enjoys science, any book published in 2006, a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover ~ Dark Isle ~ Celestial object on cover ~ 2/19/2020
โค๏ธ10. Reader's Choice ~ Read any book of your choice ~ Storm Island ~ 2/10/2020
Completed: 9/101. Happy February Birthday: (purple cover) - The Magnolia Inn by Carolyn Brown 02/11/2020
2. FOTM - Violet:
3. FAC - Jeaniene Frost: Give In by Layla Frost 02/02/2020
4. White Shirt Day: (transportation on cover) Praying for Rain by B.B. Easton 02/04/20
5. Cherry Pie Day: (red on cover) Blink by K.L. Slater 02/13/2020
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day: (happily ever after) Slip of the Tongue by Jessica Hawkins 02/09/20
7. Westminster Dog Show: (New York) - The Stillwater Girls by Minka Kent - 2/1/20
8. Creative Romance Month: (creative date) - 180 Seconds by Jessica Park 2/14/2020
9. Pluto Day: (scientist character) - Ensnared by J.S. Scott 02/05/20
10. Reader's Choice: Under Darkening Skies by Ray Kingfisher 02/19/20
10/101. Happy February Birthday. Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover: Love Potion 69 - Feb23 - 3*
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet. Read a book shelved as LGBT - Warm Heart - Feb17 - 3*
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ You can also read a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy - The Mage on the Hill - Feb19 - 5*
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11. Read a book with any method of transportation on its cover - At Home - Feb19 - 2*
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20. Read a book with a character who bakes - Ben's Bakery and the Hanukkah Miracle - Feb23 - 3*
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26. Read a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology - Mainly by Moonlight - Feb14 - 5*
7. Westminster Dog Show. Read a book with with an animal on its cover - Fair Isn't Life - Feb21 - 5*
8. Creative Romance Month. Read a book where a couple has a wedding, or a book with flowers on its cover - Cowboy Seeks Husband - Feb9 - 3*
9. Pluto Day. Read a book set in England - Oz - Feb15 - 5*
10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice - Why the Devil Stalks Death - Feb3 - 3*
February Monthly Challenge5/5 romance
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
Mountain Hostage by Hope White 12 February; 4โ
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
Alaskan Christmas Cold Case by Sarah Varland 8 February; 5โ
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
Tracking Justice by Shirlee McCoy 16 February; 4 1/2โ
8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
Unfathomed by Anna Hackett 4 February; 5โ
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
Detection Mission by Margaret Daley 20 February; 4 1/2โ
I'M IN!1. ๐ purple on the cover - Sweet Kisses - Ella Goode - 1 FEB
2. ๐ go-to author - John + Siena: Extended - Bethany-Kris - 10 FEB
3. ๐ written by Jeaniene Frost - Night's Darkest Embrace - Jeaniene Frost - 2 FEB
4. ๐ white on its cover - Scrumptious - Amanda Usen - 1 FEB
5. ๐ food on its cover - Luscious - Amanda Usen - 5 FEB
6. ๐ paranormal - The Gatekeeper - Heather Graham - 6 FEB
7. ๐ animal on its cover - Legend of the Jade Dragon - Yasmine Galenorn - 3 FEB
8. ๐ embrace on its cover - A Beautiful Struggle - Lilliana Anderson - 12 FEB
9. ๐ celestial object on its cover - His Garden of Bones - Vickie McKeehan - 6 FEB
10.๐ Reader's Choice - My Maddie - Tillie Cole - 9 FEB
I'm in....10/10 Completed February 29
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Murder, Simply Stitched by Isabella Alan February 17, 4 stars
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: ๐ Dirty Past by Emma Hart February 19, 5 stars
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ The Beautiful Ashes by Jeaniene Frost February 9, 4 stars
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: ๐ Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs February 29, 5 stars
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20:๐The Chocolate Cat Caper by JoAnna Carl February 5, 3.5 stars
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: ๐ The Storyteller's Daughter: A Retelling of the Arabian Nights by Cameron Dokey February 11, 5 stars
7. Westminster Dog Show: ๐ Murder on the Prowl by Rita Mae Brown February 29, 4 stars
8. Creative Romance Month: ๐ This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen February 29, 3 stars
9. Pluto Day: ๐ Aurora Rising by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff February 29, 5 stars
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ The Mother-Daughter Book Club by Heather Vogel Frederick February 28, 3 stars
01. Happy February Birthday!: ๐Read a book published in February We'll Always Have Paris: Stories Ray Bradbury read Feb 22 published Feb 3 2009
read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
Feb 1902. Flower of the Month ~ Violet: ๐
Read a book with a character who is modest or humble,
or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations.
You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage),
a book shelved as LGBT,
a book written by one of your go-to authors,
or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jeaniene Frost: ๐
Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost,
or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Florida,
or by an author who is from Florida.
You can also read a book any book published in 2007,
a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy,
or a book where a character travels by car.
04. White Shirt Day (February 11): ๐
Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character,
or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired.
You can also read a book with white on its cover
, a book with any method of transportation on its cover,
or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
05. Cherry Pie Day (February 20): ๐
Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good.
You can also read a book with food on its cover
, a book with red on its cover,
or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
06. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): ๐
Read a retelling of a fairy tale,
a book where one character tells another a story,
or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology.
You can also read a book that makes you happy,
a book with a happily-ever-after ending,
or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
07. Westminster Dog Show: ๐
Read a book with a dog in it,
or read a book with an animal on its cover.
You can also read a book set in the 1800s,
or a book set in New York,
or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
08. Creative Romance Month: ๐
Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter.
You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover
; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover;
a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated;
or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
09. Pluto Day: ๐
Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science.
You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet),
a book set in England,
or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
2020 February Monthly Challenge๐๐๐
๐1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
Beautiful Bastard
by: Christina Lauren (01/03/20)๐2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title. Vindicator
Nikki Landis (02/16/20)๐3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
Halfway to the Grave
Jeaniene Frost (02/08/20)๐4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
Dying Bites
D.D. Barant (02/17/20)๐5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
Yours to Teach
Cathryn Fox (02/21/20)๐6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
Claiming Goldilocks: Tales From the Three Bears
S. Cinders (02/14/20)๐7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
Don't Come
Jessica Gadziala (02/15/20)๐8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation). Black Heart
by: Holly Black (01/05/20)๐9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
Beauty Loves the Beast
Robyn Peterman (02/22/20)๐10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
Oracle
K.G. Reuss (02/12/20)
Romance Readers Reading Challenges 2020 February Monthly ChallengeCompleted: 10/10
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐
2/172. Flower of the Month ~ Violet: ๐
(a couple making a commitment-marriage) 2/153. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jeaniene Frost: ๐
(Urban Fantasy) 2/19 4. White Shirt Day (February 11): ๐
(white on its cover) 2/25. Cherry Pie Day (February 20): ๐
(red on its cover)2/66. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): ๐
(happily-ever-after ending)2/227. Westminster Dog Show: ๐
(set in the 1811)2/108. Creative Romance Month: ๐
(with an embrace)2/139. Pluto Day: ๐
2/2010. Reader's Choice: ๐
2/5
2020 February Monthly Challenge1-2/20 โ 29/2/20
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1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
2. Flower of the Month ~ Violet: ๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day (February 11): ๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
5. Cherry Pie Day (February 20): ๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): ๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
7. Westminster Dog Show: ๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
8. Creative Romance Month: ๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: ๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice
3/101. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
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3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: ๐
Whiteout (a book with white on its cover)
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: ๐
Baking Me Crazy (a character who bakes)
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26:๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology.
7. Westminster Dog Show: ๐
Blitzed (some sort of competition or sports in it)
8. Creative Romance Month: ๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: ๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
Monthly Challenge ~ February 1st - 29th, 2020Read 10/10
1: Published in February: Marquess of Malice: Tammy Andresen 5โ 13/2/20
2: Couple commitment: Too Wicked to Wed Tammy Andresen 5โ 3/2/20
3: Published in 2007: The Devilish Pleasures of a Duke Jillian Hunter 5โ 21/2/20
4: White on cover: Married to the Lord Samantha Holt 4โ 3/2/20
5: Red on cover: Betrothed by Christmas: A Lady's Gift for Seduction by Jess Michaels & A Lady's Gift for Scandal by Elizabeth Essex 5โ 9/2/20
6: HEA ending: Their Reluctant Bride Vanessa Vale 5โ 12/2/20
7: Set in 1800's: If It's Love Amanda Mariel 4โ 2/2/20
8: Embrace on cover: Taboo Kathleen Lawless 3โ 17/2/20
9: Set in England: Find Me Love Dawn Brower 3โ 2/2/20
10: Readers Choice: Christmas at Fortuna's Parlor: Scandal Meets Love Love and Holly by Amanda Mariel & Love and Mistletoe by Dawn Brower 3โ 5/2/20
10/101. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Winter at Mustang Ridge 2/3 Published Feb. 2014
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title. Indebted Epilogue 2/12
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost 2/14
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: ๐ Patrick by Harmony Raines Repairs truck for a friend. 2/4
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: ๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. Harvest at Mustang Ridge Gran bakes every day for the guests.
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26:๐ Killian MPG Paranormal 2/4
7. Westminster Dog Show: ๐ Summer at Mustang Ridge by Jesse Hayworth 2/2
8. Creative Romance Month: ๐ book where a character does something creative (your interpretation). Jason 2/5 Lorcan give an emerald and diamond ring from his dragon shifter treasure to Jason to use as an engagement ring.
9. Pluto Day: ๐ When We Believed in Mermaids 2/6 Kit loved science and experiments as a child and eventually became a doctor.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice. Debt Inheritance 2/9
I'll try for all 10 and see how I do:2020 February Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 2/1/20 to 2/29/20
10/10
1. Happy February Birthday! - Published in February - Echoes in Death by J.D. Robb - 2/23/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅโฅ
Pub 2/7/17
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet - Couple making a commitment - Heir to a Dark Inheritance by Maisey Yates - 2/20/20 โฅโฅโฅ
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost - Shelved as Urban Fantasy - Night Broken by Patricia Briggs - 2/19/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅ
1,744 readers tagged as Fantasy-Urban Fantasy
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11 - Someone needs their car repaired - The Mystery at Lilac Inn by Carolyn Keene - 2/12/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅ
Nancy is run off the road in her car and must get it fixed.
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20 - With red on its cover - M is for Malice by Sue Grafton - 2/13/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅ
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26 - Happily-ever-after ending - Appealed by Emma Chase - 2/7/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅ
7. Westminster Dog Show - With a dog in it - Wilde One by Jannine Gallant - 2/25/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅ
They rescue a dog and name him Rocky.
8. Creative Romance Month: Couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter - Stripped Down by Emma Hart - 2/4/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅ
After too many tequila shots, Beck and Cassie have a quickie Vegas wedding.
9. Pluto Day - Set in England - Sweetest Scoundrel by Elizabeth Hoyt - 2/28/20 โฅโฅโฅโฅโฅ
10. Reader's Choice โ Any book - Catch-22 by Joseph Heller - 2/9/20 โฅโฅ
*****CHALLENGE COMPLETE 2/28/20*****
2020 February Monthly ChallengeProgress: 10/10
โ1. published in February - The Worst Best Man by Mia Sosa - Feb 18 โ โ
โ2. letter V anywhere in its title - The Overdue Life of Amy Byler by Kelly Harms - Feb 29 โ โ โ
โ3. travels by car - Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes - Feb 26 โ โ โ โ โ
โ4. white on the cover - If I Never Met You by Mhairi McFarlane - Feb 23 โ โ โ โ โ
โ5. character who eats a baked good - A Conspiracy in Belgravia by Sherry Thomas - Feb 26 โ โ โ โ
โ6. book with a happily-ever-after ending - Yours in Scandal by Lauren Layne - Feb 21 โ โ โ
โ7. some sort of sports in it - Love Hard by Nalini Singh - Feb 20 โ โ โ โ โ
โ8. valentine's day celebrated - P.S. I Still Love You by Jenny Han - Feb 13 โ โ โ โ
โ9. scientist character/enjoys science - A Dangerous Collaboration by Deanna Raybourn - Feb 24 โ โ โ โ โ
โ10. any book of your choice - Some Like It Scandalous by Maya Rodale - Feb 22 โ โ โ โ โ
February Monthly ChallengeREAD: 10/10
โ1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
Whom the Gods Fear - M.M. Perry 2/15
โ2. Flower of the Month:
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
The Romanov Cross - Robert Masello 2/2
โ3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC):
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
Fuzzy Navel - J.A. Konrath 2/24
(MC travels to and fro crime scenes in a police car)
โ4. White Shirt Day:
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
Dangerously Fierce - Deborah Blake (motorcycle) 2/8
โ5. Cherry Pie Day:
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
Trick or Treat - Kerry Greenwood (MC owns a bakery and bakes all day) 2/14
โ6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day:
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
The Dragon Business - Kevin J. Anderson (Father tells his son a story) 2/11
โ7. Westminster Dog Show:
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
The Brothers Cro-Magnon - Roger Thomas Pepper 2/17
โ8. Creative Romance Month:
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
Break the Day - Lara Adrian 2/11
โ9. Pluto Day:
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
The Bookman - Lavie Tidhar (steampunk with aliens set in England) 2/13
โ10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
Whom the Gods Hate - M.M. Perry 2/6
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
2020 February Monthly ChallengeRead 10/10 DONE!
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
A Love to Mend Her Broken Heart: A Historical Western Romance Novel by Etta Foster 2/5/20 4stars (February 1, 2020 + purple on the cover)2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book written by one of your go-to authors
Sisters by Choice (Blackberry Island #4) by Susan Mallery 2/8/20 4stars3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book where a character travels by car.
In the Unlikely Event by Judy Blume 2/9/20 4stars (to the Jersey shore - Henry and Miri; to Las Vegas - Christina and Jack)4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with white on its cover or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
Revelations of a Secret Princess by Annie West 2/9/20 4stars (Jake and Caro about her being a nanny for his niece)5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good.
The Perfect Hope (Inn Boonsboro Trilogy, #3) by Nora Roberts 2/14/20 5stars6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
The Amish Teacher's Dilemma (North Country Amish #3) by Patricia Davids 2/10/20 4stars7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
The Last Boyfriend (Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy #2) by Nora Roberts 2/4/20 5stars (dogs Dumbass or D.A. + 2 puppies; lots of video game competitions)8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts on its cover;
Sex With Strangers by Mollie Mathews 2/2/20 4stars (Ruby and Fergus going to the comedy club via subway and him in a costume)9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with any celestial object on its cover.
A KISS BENEATH A CHRISTMAS STAR (Daydreams & Dragonflies Rock 'N Sweet Romance 2) by Tamara Ferguson 2/17/20 4stars (star)10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
Christmas Blessings (Cape Light #18) by Katherine Spencer 2/15/20 5stars
2020 February Monthly Challenge1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
2020 February Monthly Challenge7/10 Read
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst. An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham - 2/4/20 (5*)
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
Unforgiven by Jay Crownover - Reading
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
The Language of Cherries by Jen-Marie Hawkins - 2/8/20 (5*)
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie). Been There, Married That by Gigi Levangie Grazer - 2/11/20 (3*)
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about. The Regrets by Amy Bonnaffons - 2/3/20 (3 1/2*)
7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
Torn by Carian Cole - 2/2/20 (3 1/2*)
8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
Cake by J. Bengtsson - 2/5/20 (5*)
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
Wild, Wild Rake by Janna MacGregor - TBR
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice. The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman - 2/15/20 (4*)
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Feb 2020 Monthly ChallengeRead 7/7 โ
โ 1: Published in February (2019) - Hollywood Princess (01.02.20) 3โ
โ 3: FAC - (Using Author Surname FROST) - Watch Me (08.02.20) 3.5โ
โ 4: Mechanic Character - Hyde and Seek (09.02.20) 1โ
โ 5: Character who Bakes - Sweet Addiction (13.02.20) 1โ
โ 6: Fairy Tale Retelling (Beauty & the Beast) - Making Faces (06.02.20) 1โ
โ 8: Kiss on Cover - Undeniable (25.02.20) 3.75โ
โ 10: Readers Choice - Can You Keep a Secret? (05.02.20) 3โ
Hi! I'm joining this challenge! I'll comeback later with my list.1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ A Dama Negra
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet. ๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ (read a book published in 2007)๐ A Cor do Fogo
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11. ๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20. ๐ A Ilha das Trรชs Irmรฃs
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26. ๐ Entre o Cรฉu e a Terra
7. Westminster Dog Show. ๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
8. Creative Romance Month. ๐ Atรฉ Te Conhecer
9. Pluto Day. ๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
Iโm in.February Monthly Challenge
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice
I'm in....Progress: 9/10
โ 1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
Purple on Cover - The Pawn - Date Finished: 02/22/20 - Rating: 5
โ 2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
Love Like This - Date Finished: 02/05/2020 - Rating: 4
โ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
Nailed Down - Date Finished: 02/25/2020 - Rating: 5
โ 4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
The Knight - Date Finished: 02/23/2020 - Rating: 5
โ 5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
Be with Me - Date Finished: 02/26/2020 - Rating: 4
โ 6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
Donovan - Date Finished: 02/22/2020 - Rating: 5
โ 7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
The Problem with Pugs - Date Finished: 02/29/2020 - Rating: 4
โ 8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
Your Biggest Fan? - Date Finished: 02/29/2020 - Rating: 3
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
โ 10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
A Summer Affair - Date Finished: 02/11/2020 - Rating: 3
My spot! :)2020 February Monthly Challenge
2020 February Monthly Challenge Read 10/10 FINISHED!!!!
โ1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
The 5th Gender by G.L. Carriger finished 2/22/2020
โ2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
Apartment 14 and the Devil Next Door by Marie Sexton finished 2/1/2020
โ3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
The Prince and His Bedeviled Bodyguard by Charlie Cochet finished 2/11/2020
โ4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
The Pirate and the Pond by T.J. Land finished 2/2/2020
โ5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
The Summer of Us by Lily Morton finished 2/9/2020
โ6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
The Beast by Megan Derr finished 2/2/2020
โ7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
Country Boy by A.E. Wasp finished 2/19/2020
โ8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
'Til Death Do Us Part by Addison Albright finished 2/20/2020
โ9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
The Reluctant Berserker by Alex Beecroft finished 2/15/2020
โ10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
How to Be a Movie Star by T.J. Klune finished 2/8/2020
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1. Happy February Birthday!:ย ๐ย Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.Irresistible by RL Mathewson 2.4
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet:ย The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ย Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost:ย ๐ย Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
๐ย You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
Kale by Cee Bowerman 2.8
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11:ย This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ย Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
Lout by Cee Bowerman 2.10
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20:ย The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ย Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
Grunt by Cee Bowerman 2.17
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26:ย Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ย Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
Smokey by Cee Bowerman 2.10
7. Westminster Dog Show:ย The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ย Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
Elephant In The Gym by Gillian Goerzen 2.18
8. Creative Romance Month:ย Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ย Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
Bird by Cee Bowerman 2.8
9. Pluto Day:ย Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ย Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury 2.17
10. Reader's Choice:ย ๐ย Read any book of your choice.
Striker by Lila Grey 2.11
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2020 February Monthly Challenge0/10
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February
by Heather Chavez2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: ๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: ๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: ๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: ๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
7. Westminster Dog Show:๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
8. Creative Romance Month: ๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: ๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
2020 February Monthly ChallengeDuration: February 1- February 29
Tasks Complete: 10/10
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
2/1/202. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
2/9/203. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
2/16/204. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
2/14/205. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
2/18/206. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
2/8/207. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
2/6/208. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
2/8/209. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
2/17/2010. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
2/12/20
February Monthly Challenge Duration: 2/1/2020-2/29/2020
Read: 1/10
1. Happy February Birthday. Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover:
๐{๐ง}Glory in Death by J.D. Robb
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet. Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title:
๐{๐}Fools Rush In by Janice Thompson
โ๏ธ3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost. Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car:
๐{๐}Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frostโช๏ธFebruary 23โช๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธโญ๏ธ.5
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11. Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement:
๐{๐ง}Roadside Assistance by Marie Hart
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20. Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan:
๐{๐}Blueberry Muffin Murder by Joanne Fluke
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26. Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about:
๐{๐ง}Goddess of the Rose by P. C. Cast
7. Westminster Dog Show. Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it:
๐{๐ง}Animal Magnetism by Jill Shalvis
8. Creative Romance Month. Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative:
๐{๐}Bed of Roses by Nora Roberts
9. Pluto Day. Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006, a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover:
๐{๐}Beginner's Luck by Kate Clayborn
10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice:
๐{๐}An Uncommon Grace by Serena B. Miller
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2020 February Monthly Challenge
1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
2020 February Monthly Challenge0/10 Completed
01. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
02. Flower of the Month ~ Violet: ๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
04. White Shirt Day (February 11): ๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
05. Cherry Pie Day (February 20): ๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
06. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): ๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
07. Westminster Dog Show: ๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
08. Creative Romance Month: ๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
09. Pluto Day: ๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
2020 February Monthly Challenge1. Happy February Birthday!:
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet:
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost:
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11:
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20:
06. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26):
07. Westminster Dog Show:
08. Creative Romance Month:
09. Pluto Day:
10. Reader's Choice:
2020 February Monthly ChallengeRead: 9/10
1. Happy February Birthday!: Read a book published in February.
Temporary Wife Temptation (Feb. 4, 2020) - Jayci Lee 2-12-20
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: Read a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
The Sheik's ReVenge Nanny - Tyra Clark 2-16-20
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost.
Shades of Wicked - Jeaniene Frost 2-24-20
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: Read a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
The Reservation: Boxed Set - Sparkle Watson 2-1-20
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: Read a book with a character who bakes.
Sweet Treats - Candi Heart 2-25-20
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Read a book categorized in Goodreads as paranormal.
Bloodstorm - Amber Kallyn 2-5-20
7. Westminster Dog Show: Read a book with sports in it.
Activity Partner - Nitanni Chionne 2-19-20
8. Creative Romance Month: Read a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated.
Your Biggest Fan - Sydney Aaliyah Michelle 2-18-20
9. Pluto Day: Read a book set in England.
The Secret Christmas Ciphers - Carolynn Carey
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
Three Wishes - Seressia Glass 2-20-20
I'm in - before I forget... ๐คฆ๐ปโโ๏ธ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
2020 February Monthly ChallengeProgress:10/10
1. Happy February Birthday!:
Warrior of the Wild by Tricia Levenseller
2/21/2020
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet:
Well Hung Over in Vegas by Kimberly Fox
2/1/2020
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost:
Wicked Bite by Jeaniene Frost
2/18/2020
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11:
Angel's Halo by Terri Anne Browning
2/3/2020
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20:
Love Hacked by Penny Reid
2/14/2020
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26
Forever Moore by Riley Hart , Christina Lee
2/16/2020
7. Westminster Dog Show:
Catch of the Day by Kristan Higgins
2/21/2020
8. Creative Romance Month:
Best Laid Plans by L.K. Farlow
2/15/2020
9. Pluto Day:
The Genius by Elin Peer
2/21/2020
10. Reader's Choice:
These Broken Stars by Amie Kaufman , Meagan Spooner
2/24/2020
1. Happy February Birthday!: Cancer Ships Aquarius2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: Blackbird Knitting in a Bunny's Lair
4. White Shirt Day โ Candy Man
5. Cherry Pie Day โ Snowflake Kisses
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โThe Fairy Shop
7. Westminster Dog Show: Freckles
8. Creative Romance Month: Setting for Eight, Dinner for Two
9. Pluto Day: Promises
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice. Go Fish
๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ 2020 February Monthly Challenge๐ ๐ ๐ ๐ In for 10!
7/10
๐ 1. Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
Reed 2/14/2020 published in FEB
๐ 2. Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
Silver Bells 2/13/2020 "V" in title
3. Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
๐ 5. Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan
Confessions of a Shopaholic 2/20/2020 eats a baked good
6. Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
๐ 7. Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
Immortal in Death 2/7/2020 set in NY
๐ 8. Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
Hooking Up 2/5/2020 wedding in beginning
๐ 9. Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
The Sign of Four 2/3/2020 Set in England
๐ 10. Read any book of your choice.
The Humbling 2/17/2020
I'm in!2/10
1. Happy February Birthday: Amethyst- Night Myst by Yasmine Galenorn
2. Flower-Violet:
3. FAC - Jeaniene Frost: Night's Darkest Embrace by Jeaniene Frost
5. Cherry Pie Day:
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day:
8. Creative Romance Month:
9. Pluto Day: Bound by Night by Larissa Ione
10. Reader's Choice:
It has been awhile but I will try this month ๐๐๐ Completed 10/10 ๐๐
โ๏ธ1.Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book with purple on the cover Flirting With Danger by Suzanne Enoch๐๐๐2/8/20
โ๏ธ2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility. ๐ Read a book shelved as LGBT. Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me by Mariko Tamaki๐๐๐๐2/21/20
โ๏ธ3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read a book any book published in 2007. 'Scuse Me While I Kill This Guy by Leslie Langtry ๐๐ 2/5/20
โ๏ธ4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.๐ Read a book with white on its cover.Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake by Sarah MacLean ๐๐๐๐ 2/21/20
โ๏ธ5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.๐ Read a book with red on its cover. Girls Like Us by Randi Pink๐๐๐๐๐ 2/20/20
โ๏ธ6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale. Beasting Beauty by Madison Faye๐๐๐2/8/20
โ๏ธ7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!๐ Read a book set in New York. First Class to New York by A.J. Harmon๐๐๐2/19/20
โ๏ธ8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter / a book where a character does something creative. The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren๐๐๐2/19/20
โ๏ธ9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.๐ Read a book with a scientist character/ space n cover . Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card๐๐๐ 2/16/20
โ๏ธ10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice. Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sรกenz๐๐๐๐๐2/13/20
2020 February Monthly Challenge0/10 Completed
01. Happy February Birthday!: ๐
Read a book published in February
read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
02. Flower of the Month ~ Violet: ๐
Read a book with a character who is modest or humble,
or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations.
You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage),
a book shelved as LGBT,
a book written by one of your go-to authors,
or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Jeaniene Frost: ๐
Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost,
or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Florida,
or by an author who is from Florida.
You can also read a book any book published in 2007,
a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy,
or a book where a character travels by car.
04. White Shirt Day (February 11): ๐
Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character,
or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired.
You can also read a book with white on its cover
, a book with any method of transportation on its cover,
or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
05. Cherry Pie Day (February 20): ๐
Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good.
You can also read a book with food on its cover
, a book with red on its cover,
or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
06. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (February 26): ๐
Read a retelling of a fairy tale,
a book where one character tells another a story,
or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology.
You can also read a book that makes you happy,
a book with a happily-ever-after ending,
or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
07. Westminster Dog Show: ๐
Read a book with a dog in it,
or read a book with an animal on its cover.
You can also read a book set in the 1800s,
or a book set in New York,
or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
08. Creative Romance Month: ๐
Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter.
You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover
; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover;
a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated;
or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
09. Pluto Day: ๐
Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science.
You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet),
a book set in England,
or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐
Read any book of your choice.
โ๏ธโ๏ธ Finished: 10 / 10 โ๏ธโ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธ
โ๏ธ1. Happy February Birthday ~ Read a book published in February
, 2/24/20, 3.5*โ๏ธ2. Flower of the Month ~ Read a book with a couple making a commitment ~
, 2/1/20, 4*โ๏ธ3. Featured Author Challenge ~ Read a book written by Jeaniene Frost
, 2/9/20, 4* โ๏ธ4. White Shirt Day ~ Read a book where someone needs their car repaired ~
, 2/1/20, 4*โ๏ธ5. Cherry Pie Day ~ Read a book with a character who eats a baked good, a book with red on the cover,
, 2/22/20, 4*โ๏ธ6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day ~ Read a book where one character tells another a story, a book categorized in Goodreads as paranormal, or a book with a happily-ever-after ending ~
, 2/10/20, 3*โ๏ธ7. Westminster Dog Show ~ Read a book with a dog in it ~
, 2/5/20, 4*โ๏ธ8. Creative Romance Month ~ Read a book where a character does something creative (chef)
, 2/3/20, 5*โ๏ธ9. Pluto Day ~ Read a book with a character who makes a discovery (self discovery & a discovery about spouse)
, 2/20/20, 3.5*โ๏ธ10. Reader's Choice ~ Read any book of your choice ~
, 2/14/20, 4*โฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธ
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1. Happy February Birthday!: ๐ Read a book published in February or read a book with purple on the cover in honor of Februaryโs birthstone, the Amethyst.
2. Flower of the Month โ Violet: The Violet symbolizes Modesty, Faithfulness, and Humility.
๐ Read a book with a character who is modest or humble, or read a book with a couple that remains faithful despite temptations. You can also read a book with a couple making a commitment (such as marriage), a book shelved as LGBT, a book written by one of your go-to authors, or a book with the letter V anywhere in its title.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) โ Jeaniene Frost: ๐ Read one book written by Jeaniene Frost, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Jeaniene Frostโs backlist: Jeaniene Frost.
Fun Facts about Jeaniene Frost:
* Jeaniene Frost lives with her husband in Florida
* Her Night Huntress series is Urban Fantasy Romance
* Her debut novel was published in 2007
* Jeaniene is afraid of airplanes, preferring to travel by car
๐ You may also read a book set in Florida, or by an author who is from Florida. You can also read a book any book published in 2007, a book that is shelved as Urban Fantasy, or a book where a character travels by car.
4. White Shirt Day โ February 11: This national holiday honors the men and women who participated in the 1937 General Motors strike. As a result of the strike, the United Auto Workers union became the sole bargaining agent for GM autoworkers.
๐ Read a book with an autoworker or mechanic character, or read a book where someone buys a new car or needs their car repaired. You can also read a book with white on its cover, a book with any method of transportation on its cover, or a book where characters make a bargain/deal/agreement (your interpretation).
5. Cherry Pie Day โ February 20: The apple pie might be Americaโs most popular pie, but the cherry pie comes in second place.
๐ Read a book with a character who bakes, or a character who eats a baked good. You can also read a book with food on its cover, a book with red on its cover, or a book set in Michigan (record holder of the second largest cherry pie).
6. Tell a Fairy Tale Day โ February 26: Modern fairy tales are generally known for their happily-ever-afters. These myths and legends were orally passed down, then eventually put into writing. As they evolved throughout time, magical qualities snuck in, and depending on the author, the stories ranged from sugary-sweet to gruesome.
๐ Read a retelling of a fairy tale, a book where one character tells another a story, or a book categorized in Goodreads as fantasy, paranormal, or mythology. You can also read a book that makes you happy, a book with a happily-ever-after ending, or a book that you canโt wait to tell others about.
7. Westminster Dog Show: The show was founded in 1877 by a group of hunters who met regularly in Manhattan and decided to create a kennel club just so they could host a dog show. Now each year, the dogs take over Madison Square Garden during the week of Valentineโs Day for the annual Westminster Dog Show!
๐ Read a book with a dog in it, or read a book with an animal on its cover. You can also read a book set in the 1800s, or a book set in New York, or a book with some sort of competition or sports in it.
8. Creative Romance Month: Dinner and a movie are so clichรฉ. Celebrate the month of love by getting creative!
๐ Read a book where a couple has a unique date, wedding, or romantic encounter. You can also read a book with an embrace or kiss on its cover; a book with hearts, flowers, or candy on its cover; a book where Valentineโs Day is celebrated; or a book where a character does something creative (your interpretation).
9. Pluto Day: Now demoted to the status of dwarf planet, Pluto was discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in February 1930 and named by Venetia Burney, an 11-year-old schoolgirl from England with a fascination for classical mythology.
๐ Read a book with a science theme (sci-fi counts), a scientist character, a character who makes a discovery, or a character who enjoys science. You can also read any book published in 2006 (the year Pluto was reclassified to dwarf planet), a book set in England, or a book with any celestial object on its cover.
10. Reader's Choice: ๐ Read any book of your choice.
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