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2020 March Monthly Challenge

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

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

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

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

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

Here are some links to get you started if you need some ideas for these challenges!

🍀 1. Happy March Birthday!
Best Books with Blue on the Cover

🍀 2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil
Favorite Famous Wealthy Heroes in a Romance
Billionaires, Millionaires, Tycoons and Other Utterly Rich Romance Heroes
Friends Group Romance Series

🍀 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
T.J. Klune
LGBT Romance

🍀 4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
19th Century Historical Romance
Wood: Carpenters in Romance
Water & Light: Plumbers and Electricians in Romance

🍀 5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Books That Have a Person's Name in the Title

🍀 6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Books Made into Movies or TV Shows
Book to Movie

🍀 7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Weddings

🍀 8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
Knitting Fiction
Good Yarns: Knitting Fiction
Quilting Fiction

🍀 9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Red Covers
Red Cover
Holiday Themed

March 2020 Reading Challenge
10/10

✔ 1. Happy March Birthday!: Undercover Bromance by Lyssa Kay Adams
📖 March 15th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil: Almost Just Friends by Jill Shalvis
🎧 March 12th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune: First Responder on Call by Melinda Di Lorenzo
📖 March 7th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day: Murder on Fifth Avenue by Victoria Thompson
🎧 March 31st, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day: From Alaska With Love by Ally James
📖 March 5th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day: The Summoning by Heather Graham
🎧 March 28th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 7. March 20th - Proposal Day: The Break Up by Tilly Tennant
📖 March 27th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 8. March 21st - National Quilting Day: Gone with the Wool by Betty Hechtman
🎧 March 25th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐1/2

✔ 9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day: The Honey-Don't List by Christina Lauren
📖 March 11th, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

✔ 10. Reader's Choice: The Colton Marine by Lisa Childs
📖 March 22nd, 2020 - ⭐⭐⭐

2020 March Monthly Challenge



0/10 Completed


01. Happy March Birthday!: 🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.
Springtime at Hope Cottage by Annie Rains
OR
Intoxicating by Heather Heyford
OR
Highland Dream by Tess Mallory
OR
Wild Heart by Tiffinie Helmer
02. Flower of the Month ~ Daffodil: 🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.
Long Shot by Hanna Martine
OR
All You Need is Love by Marie Force
OR
The Heiress by Lynsay Sands
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ T.J. Klune: 🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.
You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.
Say I Do in Good Hope by Cindy Kirk
OR
High Heels and Haystacks by Erin Nicholas
OR
Night of the Beast by Lisa Ladew
OR
Storm Cursed by Patricia Briggs
04. International (Working) Woman’s Day (March 8): 🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.
Rachel and the Hired Gun by Elaine Levine
OR
No Kind of Hero by Rosalind James
OR
Always Be True: Tino by Alexis Morgan
OR
Test Drive by Marie Harte
05. Middle Name Pride Day (March 10): 🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.
At Home In Stone Creek by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Theron Destiny by Rebecca Lorino Pond
OR
Abducting Abby by S.E. Smith
06. Popcorn Lover’s Day (March 12): 🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).
Midnight at Tiffany's by Sarah Morgan
OR
Back to You by Robin Kaye
OR
Kiss Me, Dancer by Alicia Street
07. Proposal Day (March 20): 🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.
Our Now and Forever by Terri Osburn
OR
A Kiss to Remember by Teresa Medeiros
08. National Quilting Day (March 21): 🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.
To Scotland with Love by Patience Griffin
OR
Dancing at Midnight by Julia Quinn
OR
A Slip in Time by Kathleen Kirkwood
09. Make Your Own Holiday Day (March 26): 🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts
OR
I Will: A Christmas Novella by Lisa Kleypas
OR
Just Say Christmas by Rosalind James
OR
Sawdust and Mistletoe by Michelle Pennington
10. Reader's Choice: 🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Snowfall on Cedar Trail by Annie Rains


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I'm in!!

...10/10 Completed March 31

1. Happy March Birthday! 🍀 Beautiful Darkness by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl March 22, 3 stars

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil 🍀Captivated by You by Sylvia Day March 17, 3 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune: 🍀 Sandy and Paul’s Gay Porno Adventure by T.J. Klune March 3, 4 stars

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day 🍀 A Man to Call My Own by Johanna Lindsey March 31, 5 stars

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day 🍀It Had to Be You by Susan Elizabeth Phillips March 22, 3.75 stars

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day 🍀 The Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey March 23, 4 stars

7. March 20th - Proposal Day 🍀 Waking Up Married by Mira Lyn Kelly March 9, 2 stars

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day 🍀 Needled to Death by Maggie Sefton March 5, 4 stars

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day 🍀 Taming Her Billionaire Boss by Maxine Sullivan March 31, 3.75 stars

10. Reader's Choice:🍀 Walk Into The Wind by Jane Arbor March 29, 1 star

My spot! :)

2020 March Monthly Challenge Read 10/10 FINISHED!!!!

✔1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.
Two Man Advantage by V.L. Locey finished 3/19/2020

✔2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.
Love Tokens by Megan Derr finished 3/1/2020

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.
The Consumption of Magic by T.J. Klune finished 3/24/2020

✔4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.
Smitty's Sheriff by Cardeno C. finished 3/1/2020

✔5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.
Single White Incubus by E.J. Russell finished 3/4/2020

✔6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).
Clutch by Piper Scott finished 3/9/2020

✔7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.
I Buried a Witch by Josh Lanyon finished 3/14/2020

✔8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.
Cancer Ships Aquarius by Anyta Sunday finished 3/6/2020

✔9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.
Angels Sing by Eli Easton finished 3/7/2020

✔10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Prince of Killers by Layla Reyne finished 3/5/2020

March Monthly Challenge

READ: 10/10

✔1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.
Case Histories - Kate Atkinson 3/14

✔2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that isfirst in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get
Shifting Dreams - Elizabeth Hunter (Cambio Springs #1) 3/13

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.
You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.
The Peculiar Boars of Malloy - Doug Crandell (gay pigs main focus) 3/5

✔4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.
Heartbreak and Honor - Collette Cameron 3/15

✔5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.
Echo North - Joanna Ruth Meyer 3/16

✔6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).
The Savior - JR Ward 3/10

✔7. March 20th - Proposal Day
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.
Mismatch - Tami Hoag (heroine asks hero to marry her) 3/13

✔8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.
Tell Me Lies - Jennifer Crusie (pub 1998) 3/8

✔9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.
Death of Darkness - Dianne Duvall 3/4

✔10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Wake of Vultures - Lila Bowen 3/12



CHALLENGE COMPLETE

Going for 8/10 this month
Read: 5/10
🍀 1. Happy March Birthday! Wanderlust - March pub
🍀 2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Traitor Queen - lucky to get free via Audible
🍀 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune: The Bridge Kingdom - Fantasy
🍀 4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day Midnight at the Blackbird Café - MC's grandmother owns a café (i.e. working woman!)
🍀 5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day Glory in Death - author has 3 names/initials
🍀 6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day The Call of the Wild - made into a movie!
🍀 7. March 20th - Proposal Day Vision in White - bride on cover
🍀 8. March 21st - National Quilting Day Wolf Gone Wild - heroine has a hex-fixing hobby, also looking forward to cozying up for this one!
🍀 9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day Tinderbox - red cover
🍀 10. Reader's Choice: Beard Necessities



READ:

2020 March Monthly Challenge

Challenge Completed 3/14/20
Read: 10/10

1. Read a book with light blue on the cover 3/6/20


2. Read a book that is first in a series. (Desperate Duchesses by the Numbers #1), 3/9/20


3. Read a novel shelved as a contemporary. - 3/9/20


4. Read a historical romance - 3/3/20


5. Read a book where a main character shares your name. (Hero's mom is also named Nan.) 3/14/20


6. Read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (love the night sky). 3/11/20


8. Read a book that that has cozy elements on the cover. 3/4/20


9. Read a book with a predominately red cover - 3/5/20


10. Reader's Choice:
Read any book of your choice. 3/11/20

I'M IN!

1. 🍀 published in March - Pretty Lies - Bethany-Kris (2020) - 6 MAR
2. 🍀 first in a series - Come - Becca Jameson - 2 MAR
3. 🍀 paranormal - Bound by Blood - Cynthia Eden - 17 MAR
4. 🍀 19 in the page count - Beautiful Disaster - Jamie McGuire (319 pgs) - 1 MAR
5. 🍀 author has three names - Living on the Edge - Shannon K. Butcher - 10 MAR
6. 🍀 should be adapted into a movie - Hero's Haven - Rebecca Zanetti - 7 MAR
7. 🍀 wedding takes place - Going Down on One Knee - Christina Hovland - 13 MAR
8. 🍀 cozy elements on the cover - Cake Pop Casualties - Addison Moore - 1 MAR
9. 🍀 love to curl up with - The Private Rehearsal - Lauren Blakely - 2 MAR
10. 🍀Reader's Choice - Stealing Vengeance - Kaylea Cross - 11 MAR

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Read 10/10 DONE!

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.
Lucky in Rio (A Love at the Games Novella) by Kelly Collins 3/8/20 3stars

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book with a character who is considered wealthy.
Wyoming Legend (Wyoming Men #8) by Diana Palmer 3/1/20 5stars (Micah)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a novel shelved as a contemporary
Getting Off Easy (Boys of the Big Easy, #4) by Erin Nicholas 3/13/20 4stars

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s
A Love Beyond Vengeance: A Historical Western Romance Novel by Etta Foster 3/4/20 4stars (late 1800's)

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names),
Undercover Bromance (Bromance Book Club #2) by Lyssa Kay Adams 3/8/20 4stars

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).
A KISS BENEATH A STRAWBERRY MOON (Daydreams & Dragonflies Rock 'N Sweet Romance 3) by Tamara Ferguson 3/10/20 4stars (colorful and with a strawberry moon)

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where a proposal takes place (between any of the characters)
From Alaska With Love by Ally James 3/1/20 4stars (Gabe and Sara)

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby
Wyoming Heart (Wyoming Men #9) by Diana Palmer 3/14/20 4stars (Mina knits)

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday,
Thomas Kinkade's Cape Light: When Christmas Comes (Cape Light #20) by Katherine Spencer 3/7/20 4stars (Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day)

10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice.
A Hero Comes Home (Bell Sound #3) by Sandra Hill 3/14/20 5stars

2020 March Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finish!

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March.
Home Run-Jordan Marie 3/11

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series.
(On The Ropes Series)
Fighting Silence-Aly Martinez 3/05

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read a YA novel.
Elite-Rachel Van Dyken 3/08

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
🍀 Read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.
(Page Count=193)
Prospect-Crystal Daniels 3/16

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names).
Autumn Jones Lake-Kickstart My Heart 3/18

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
🍀 Read a book set in New York state.
Tossed Into Love-Aurora Rose Reynolds 3/25

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
🍀 Read a book that features a bride or a groom on the cover.
Love At First Sight-Kelly Elliott 3/18

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
🍀 Read a book that has cozy elements on the cover.
Captivated By You-Stacey Lynn 3/13

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
🍀 Read a book with a predominately red cover.
The Red Ledger: Part 2-Meredith Wild 3/02

10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Lost King-Sandy Alvarez 3/16

Read 10/10

1. Happy March Birthday. Read a book published in March: Clipped Wings 8/3

2. Flower of the Month – Daffodil. Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy: Naked 2/3

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune. Read one book that is LGBT: Dance With Me 3/3

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day. Read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade: Checkmate 10/3

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day. Read a novel where the author has three names: The Simple Wild 9/3

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day. Read a book that has been adapted into a movie or TV show.: The Struggle 11/3

7. March 20th - Proposal Day. Read a book where where a wedding or proposal takes place: Outsider 1/3

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day. Read a book published in the 1990s: The Fury 12/3

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day. Read a book with a predominately red cover: Red Sands 4/3

10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice: Best Friends 6/3

2020 March Monthly Challenge
5/5 romance

01. Happy March Birthday!: 🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.
Fugitive Trail by Elizabeth Goddard 19 March; 4★


02. Flower of the Month ~ Daffodil: 🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.
Lone Rider by Lindsay McKenna 5 March; 4★


03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ T.J. Klune: 🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.
You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

04. International (Working) Woman’s Day (March 8): 🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

05. Middle Name Pride Day (March 10): 🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.
Cold Pursuit by Gayla K. Hiss 15 March; 5★


06. Popcorn Lover’s Day (March 12): 🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

07. Proposal Day (March 20): 🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

08. National Quilting Day (March 21): 🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

09. Make Your Own Holiday Day (March 26): 🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.
Wrapped Up In Christmas by Janice Lynn 9 March; 5★


10. Reader's Choice: 🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Guard Duty by Sharon Dunn 24 March; 4 1/2★

2020 March Monthly Challenge
1-3/20 – 31/3/20
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1. Happy March Birthday!
? Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
? Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
? Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
? Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
? Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
? Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
? Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
? Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
? Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

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

~March 2020 Monthly Challenge~
FINISHED 3/15

Completed: 10/10

🍀 1. Happy March Birthday! (Published in March):
Firefly: The Magnificent Nine by James Lovegrove (3/11) ★★★

🍀 2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil (First in a series):
Firefly: Big Damn Hero by James Lovegrove (3/5) ★★★

🍀 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune (YA Novel):
The Queen of Nothing by Holly Black (3/8) ★★★

🍀 4. March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day (Historical Romance set in the 1800s):
Breathless by Beverly Jenkins (3/1) ★★★★

🍀 5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day (Author has three names):
The Sisters Are Alright: Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women in America by Tamara Winfrey Harris (3/5) ★★★★★

🍀 6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day (Book that’s been adapted):
Roots: The Saga of an American Family by Alex Haley (3/6) ★★★★★

🍀 7. March 20th - Proposal Day (Couple already married):
The Guinevere Deception by Kiersten White (3/13) ★★★

🍀 8. March 21st - National Quilting Day (Published in the 90s):
A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks (3/2) ★★★★

🍀 9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day (Book I’d like to curl up with):
Forbidden Night with the Duke by Annie Claydon (3/3) ★★★

🍀 10. Reader's Choice:
Taming Clint Westmoreland by Brenda Jackson (3/15) ★★★★

I'm in!


0/10

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil: The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4. March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day:
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day:
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day:
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day:
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day:
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day:
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

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


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Progress: 10/10

✓1. book published in march: The Honey-Don't List by Christina Lauren - March 21 ★★★

✓2. book that is first in a series: Then Came You by Lisa Kleypas - March 3 ★★★★

✓3. book shelved as contemporary: Boy Toy by Sarina Bowen - March 29 ★★★★

✓4. historical romance: An Heiress to Remember by Maya Rodale - March 05 ★★★★

✓5. book by an author with the same name: The Friend Zone by Kristen Callihan -March 25 ★★★

✓6. book that will be adapted into a TV show: It's in His Kiss by Julia Quinn - March 30 ★★★★★

7. book where characters are already married: Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage by Jennifer Ashley - March 23 ★★★★

✓8. book published in the 1990s: Texas! Sage by Sandra Brown - March 21 ★★★

✓9. book with a predominately red cover: Outmatched by Kristen Callihan - March 8 ★★★★

✓10. any book of your choice: Mists of the Serengeti by Leylah Attar - March 31 ★★★

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Completed: 4/10

Happy March Birthday. Read a book with light blue on the cover:
🍀Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie


✔️2. Flower of the Month – Daffodil. Read a book that is first in a series.
🍀Steam & Sorcery by Cindy Spencer Pape▪️March 28▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune. Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name. You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal:
🍀Love Lessons by Heidi Cullinan


✔️4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day. Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.
🍀The Widow's Protector by Rachel Lee (Rider is a carpenter)▪️March 27▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


✔️5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day. Read a novel where the author has three names, or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you. You can also read a book where a main character shares your name:
🍀An Uncommon Grace by Serena B. Miller▪️March 7▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️


6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day. Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show. Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’:
🍀There's Something About St. Tropez by Elizabeth Adler


7. March 20th - Proposal Day. Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place or features a bride or a groom on the cover:
🍀Bed of Roses by Nora Roberts


8. March 21st - National Quilting Day. Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store. You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s:


9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day. Read a book that features any holiday or with a predominately red cover.
🍀Naughty and Nice: A Holiday Romance Collection by Angela James



✔️10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice:
🍀Revenge of the Wrought-Iron Flamingos by Donna Andrews▪️March 30▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Me! 🙋🏻‍♀️

2020 March Monthly Challenge

1. Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Read one book written by T.J. Klune You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4. Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.
Just After Midnight by Catherine Ryan Hyde 03/05/2020

6. Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover.

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

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Duration: March 1- March 31
Task Completed: 10/10

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine. 3/14/20

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends. 3/1/20

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal. 3/25/20

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.
3/4/20
5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name. Mary Jo Putney 3/8/20

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation). 3/21/20

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover. 3/20/20

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s. 3/18/20

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla. 3/7/20

10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice. 3/3/20

2020 March Monthly Challenge
8/8 COMPLETED!


💚1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.
Protected by the Convicts Julie K. Cohen (03/23/20)

💚2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.
Rough Gentleman Maggie Carpenter (03/22/20)
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

💚4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.The
Auctioned to the Convicts Julie K. Cohen (03/19/20)

💚5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.The
Death Blows D.D. Barant (03/13/20)

💚6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).
Crime Lord's Captive Mia Knight (03/19/20)

💚7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.Few
Strictly Seduction Shelley Bradley (03/12/20)

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

💚9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.
Baby, It's Cold Outside Jennifer Probst (03/24/20)

💚10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Stormy Mountain Bears: The Complete Collection Sophie Stern (03/08/20)

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Read: 7/7 ✓

✓ 1. Light blue cover - The Fall Up (05.03.20) 4★

✓ 2. Wealthy character - Wild Open Hearts (04.03.20) 3★

✓ 3. LGBT romance - Blindsided (02.03.20) 4★

✓ 5. Author with three names - Look the Part (10.03.20) 5★

✓ 7. Bride/Groom on cover - Chasing Clouds (09.03.20) 5★

✓ 9. Predominately red cover: Debase (14.03.20) 3.5★

✓ 10. Book of your choice: The Friend Zone (12.03.20) 4.5★

2020 March Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March

Wrath by Laurann Dohner - 01/03/2020

✔️2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series

A Sorceress of His Own by Dianne Duvall - 02/03/2020

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book shelved as paranormal

Tiger by Laurann Dohner - 02/03/2020

✔️4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
🍀 Read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.).

Love Her or Lose Her by Tessa Bailey - 04/03/2020

✔️5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names

The Disasters by M.K. England - 18/03/2020

✔️6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
🍀 Read a book that you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing).

Richer Than Sin by Meghan March - 11/03/2020

✔️7. March 20th - Proposal Day
🍀 Read a book where a proposal takes place (between any of the characters)

Rendezvous With Yesterday by Dianne Duvall - 05/03/2020

✔️8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
🍀 Read a book that makes you feel cozy

One in a Million by Jill Shalvis - 10/03/2020

✔️9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
🍀 Read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

He's So Fine by Jill Shalvis - 09/03/2020

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

Blackout by Dannika Dark - 06/03/2020

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March,
or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine. Mar 2

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, Mar 3
or with a character who is considered wealthy.
You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale).
In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune
or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

You may also read a book that is LGBT,
or a book that has won a literary award.
You can also read a YA novel
or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day

🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. Mar 2
You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.).
You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day

🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names),
or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last).
You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day

🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show Every Fifteen Minutes Lisa Scottoline Mar 5 Would make a great movie!
. Or read a book set in New York state,
or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day

🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married
, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters),
or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day

🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc).
You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy,
or that has cozy elements on the cover
, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day

🍀 Read a book that features any holiday,
or a book with a predominately red cover.
Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

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

10/10

2020 March Monthly Challenge

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine. Play It Again, Aidan Wayne, 3/8

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series or that features a group of friends. Spencer Cohen, Book One, N.R. Walker, 3/8

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune, How to Be a Movie Star, T.J. Klune, 3/6

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
🍀 You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.), Clickbait, E.J. Russell, 3/23

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
🍀 Read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). Cupcakes, Sean Michael, 3/29

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
🍀 Read a book set in New York state, The Fall, May Archer, 3/18

7. March 20th - Proposal Day 🍀 Read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover. Until You, T.J. Klune, 3/6

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). The Winter Courtship Rituals of Fur-Bearing Critters, Amy Lane, 3/2

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, The Gift, May Archer, 3/19

10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice. Oz, Lily Morton, 3/15

🌈☘️MARCH MONTHLY CHALLENGE☘️

9/10


✔️1. Happy March Birthday!

🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine ~ Snow in Love ~ blue cover ~ 3/9/2020

✔️2. Flower of the Month ~ Daffodil

🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends ~The Third to Die ~ first in series ~ 3/3/2020

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ T.J. Klune:

🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name ~

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal ~ Clean Sweep ~ fantasy/paranormal ~ 3/6/2020

4.March 8th ~ International (Working) Woman’s Day

🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

✔️5. March 10th ~ Middle Name Pride Day

🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name ~ Only Fear ~ Anne Marie Becker ~ 3/5/2020

✔️6. March 12th ~ Popcorn Lover’s Day

🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation) ~ Kittyzen's Arrest ~ ‘pops’ with bright colors ~ 3/8/2020

✔️7. March 20th ~ Proposal Day

🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover ~ Wedding Date Rescue ~ 3/24/2020

✔️8. March 21st ~ National Quilting Day

🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s ~ Stitches and Witches ~ 3/29/2020

✔️9. March 26th ~ Make Your Own Holiday Day

🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla ~ Naked in Death ~ missing the holiday hoopla ~ 3/14/2020

✔️10. Reader's Choice ~

🍀 Read any book of your choice ~ Wanting ~ 3/12/2020

My spot
10/10

1. Lightblue on cover - An Island in the Stars - Mar21 - 3*
2. First in series - Badlands - Mar15 - 5*
3. T.J. Klune - The House in the Cerulean Sea - Mar2 - 5*
4. 19 in page count - Study Hard - Mar30 - 3*
5. Author with three names (initials count) - Rocket Science - Mar13 - 3*
6. Book should be adapted to movie - The Ghost Slept Over - Mar16 - 5*
7. Married couple, wedding, proposal - Future Fake Husband - Mar19 - 3*
8. Features hobby: Knit Tight - Mar29 - 4*
9. Red cover - How to Shield an Assassin - Mar9 - 5*
10. Choice - Wild Trail - Feb4 - 5*

I'm in!

0/10 Read

1. Happy March Birthday: Crush the King by Jennifer Estep
2. Flower of the Month: Midnight Curse by Melissa F. Olson
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
4. International (Working) Woman’s Day: Smoke Bitten by Patricia Briggs
5. Middle Name Pride Day: Dark Dancer by B.R. Kingsolver
6. Popcorn Lover’s Day:
7. Proposal Day: Dirty Husband by Crystal Kaswell
8. National Quilting Day:
9. Make Your Own Holiday Day: Sweet Evil by Wendy Higgins
10. Reader's Choice:

I'm in...again.

5/5 Read

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

Shopping for a Billionaire by Julia Kent - Read: 03/16/20 - Rating: 3

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

Just One Year by Penelope Ward - Read: 03/29/2020 - Rating: 5 (Page Count: 311)

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

Owen by Melody Anne - Read: 03/23/2020 - Rating: 4 (Proposal)

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

Take Me Home by J.H. Croix - Read: 03/20/2020 - Rating: 5 (Valentine's Day)

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

Declan by Melody Anne - Read: 03/28/2020 - Rating: 5

I’m in

I'm also in

Monthly Challenge ~ March 1 to 31, 2020

Read 10/10

1. Published in March: An Unconventional Affair Stacy Reid 4☆ 13/3/20
2. First in series: The Lost Lord of Castle Black Chasity Bowlin 4☆ 14/3/20
3. Paranormal: The Longest Night Jennifer Ashley 5☆ 2/3/20
4. Page count (11): How to Catch a Wicked Viscount (311p) Amy Rose Bennett 3☆ 17/3/20
5. Three named Author: Tainted Bride A.S. Fenichel 4☆ 10/3/20
6. Cover that 'pops': Tangled in Sin Lavinia Kent 4☆ 12/3/20
7. Wedding proposal: Never a Duke Eva Devon 3☆ 9/3/20
8. Feels 'cosy': Their Stolen Bride Vanessa Vale 4☆ 2/3/20
9. Curl up with: Scot Under the Covers Suzanne Enoch 5☆ 9/3/20
10. Readers Choice: The Duke's Scandalous Kiss Aileen Fish 4☆ 6/3/20

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1 - 31 March

Read: 10/10

1. Read a book published in March: Fracture 3/7

2. Read a book that is first in a series: Family Camp 3/14

3. Read one book written by T.J. Klune: Blasphemy! 3/10

4. Read a historical romance: Flight of Magpies 3/4

5. Read a novel where the author has three names: Dyed and Gone to Heaven by Aimee Nicole Walker 3/23

6. Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show: Slip and Slide 3/20

7. Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover. Golden in Death 3/16

8. Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s. Daughter of the Blood 3/24

9. Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Sweep with Me 3/3

10. Reader's Choice: In Other Words... Murder 3/1

January 2020 Monthly Challenge
6/10 Read

1. Happy March Birthday!
Assassin's Apprentice - 3/15
🍀 Read a book published in March OR read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series OR with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get. You could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
Him - 3/14
🍀 You may also read a book that is LGBT.

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Unravel Me - 3/21
🍀 Read a book that has been OR you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). OR read a book set in New York state OR read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Pestilence - 3/28
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
The Devil's Advocate - 3/8
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

10. Reader's Choice:
The Ancient Magus' Bride, Vol. 1 - 3/14
🍀 Read any book of your choice.

Books Read: 10/10
Tasks: 26/41

✔ 01. Happy March Birthday!:
✔ Published in March – Tamed by the Bear – Read: 08/03 – 2 🌟🌟
✔ Light blue on cover – Bridal Boot Camp – Read: 13/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟

✔ 02. Flower of the Month - Daffodil:
✔ First in series – Vision in White – Read: 01/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟
✔ Group of friends – Bed of Roses – Read: 01/03 – 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
✔ Wealthy character – Biker Bear Billionaire – Read: 09/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟
✔ Lucky find – Lucky Break – Read: 13/03 – 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟

03. Featured author – T.J. Klune:
✔ Tagged fantasy – Savage Hunger – Read: 06/03 – 3.5 🌟🌟🌟
✔ Tagged paranormal – Rescued by the Bear – Read: 08/03 – 2 🌟🌟
✔ Tagged contemporary – Wait for Me – Read: 11/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟
✔ LGBT title – Mate Hunt – Read: 14/03 – 2 🌟🌟
✔ Literary award winner – A Court of Mist and Fury – Read: 22/03 – 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Written by T.J. Klune –
YA novel –

✔ 04. 8 March - International (Working) Woman’s Day:
✔ Character with skilled trade – Happy Ever After – Read: 02/03 – 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
✔ 11 in the page count – The Wolf Wants a Wife – Read: 08/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟 – 110 pages
✔ 19 in page count – Sweet and Salty Treachery – Read: 28/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟 – 119 pages
Late 1800s historical romance –
Early 1900s historical romance –

✔ 05. 10 March – Middle Name Pride Day:
✔ Author with your first name – From Doon with Death by Ruth Rendell – Read: 10/03 – 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
✔ Author with three names – What A Dragon Should Know by G. A. Aiken – Read: 17/03 – 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Author with your middle name –
Author with your surname –
MC with your name –

✔ 06. 12 March – Popcorn Lover’s Day:
✔ Adapted into TV series – Romancing Mister Bridgerton – Read: 04/03 – 3.75 🌟🌟🌟🌟
✔ Cover which ‘pops’ – The Vampire’s Priceless Treasure – Read: 05/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟
✔ Set in New York state – Golden in Death – Read: 25/03 – 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Adapted into movie –

✔ 07. 20 March – Proposal Day:
✔ Proposal takes place – Savor the Moment – Read: 02/03 – 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
✔ Bride on cover – What A Bride Wants – Read: 15/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟
✔ Main couple already married – Royally Raised – Read: 14/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟
Wedding in story –
Groom on cover –

✔ 08. 21 March – National Quilting Day:
✔ Cosy cover – Snowy Nights at Castle Court – Read: 15/03 – 2 🌟🌟
Features a hobby –
Takes place in craft store –
Makes you cosy –
Published in 1990s –

✔ 09. 26 March – Make you Own Holiday Day:
✔ Feature’s a holiday – The Bear Buys a Bride – Read: 07/03 – 3 🌟🌟🌟
✔ Book to curl up with – Your Room or Mine? – Read: 14/03 – 4 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Predominantly red cover –

✔ 10. Reader’s Choice:
✔ Title of your choosing – The Friend Zone – Read: 11/03 – 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Read: 8/8 MARCH 29, 2020!!!!


1. Happy March Birthday: Read a book published in March.
Secret Heir Seduction - Reese Ryan 3-11-20

2. Flower of the Month – Daffodil: Read a book with a character who is considered wealthy.
Blame It on the Billionaire - Naima Simone 3-2-20

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune: Read a novel shelved as a paranormal.
Fangs and Lullabies - Kallysten 3-7-20

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day: Read a historical romance.
Brighter Than the Sun - Julia Quinn 3-29-20

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day: Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names).
J.E. Parker- Every Moment with You3-12-20

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day: Read a book set in New York state.
(Newburgh, NY) Guarding Light: Book 1 of the Dark Series trilogy - Cate McKoy 3-15-20

7. March 20th - Proposal Day: Read a book where the main couple are already married.
Wicked Bite - Jeaniene Frost 3-9-20

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day: Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.


9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day: Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day). Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.


10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Beast - Pepper Pace 3-7-20

Count me in!


Completed: 10/10

✔ 1. Happy March Birthday: Paladin (3/23) 4★
✔ 2. FotM - Daffodil: The Neighbor's Secret (3/3) 3★
✔ 3. FAC - T.J. Klune: Sworn to the Shadow God (3/8) 4★
✔ 4. International Woman's Day: Fifty Shades of Alice in Wonderland (3/22) 0.25★
✔ 5. Middle Name Pride Day: The Hundredth Queen (3/30) 3.5★
✔ 6. Popcorn Lover's Day: Shipwrecked (3/4) 2.5★
✔ 7. Proposal Day: Highland Sword (3/21) 3.5★
✔ 8. National Quilting Day: One Step Closer (3/15) 2★
✔ 9. Make Your Own Holiday Day: All For One: A Musketeers Retelling (3/24) 3★
✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Overprotected (3/6) 3★



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1. Happy March Birthday!: Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil: Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. FAC - T.J. Klune: Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name. You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4. International (Working) Woman’s Day: Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. Middle Name Pride Day: Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. Popcorn Lover’s Day: Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. Proposal Day: Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. National Quilting Day: Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. Make Your Own Holiday Day: Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.


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I'm in for 8 this month.

Romance Readers Reading Challenges 2020 March Monthly Challenge

1. Happy March Birthday!🍀 (light blue cover)3/19

2. Flower of the Month - 🍀 (first in a series)3/8

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune: 🍀 (YA fantasy novel)3/22

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day 🍀 (1901)3/23

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day 🍀 3/5

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day 🍀 (adapted into a movie)3/2

7. March 20th - Proposal Day 🍀 (wedding takes place)3/9

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day 🍀 (published in the 1998)3/11

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not! 🍀 (love to curl up with)3/15

10. Reader's Choice: 🍀 3/26

I’m in.

MARCH MONTHLY CHALLENGE

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

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

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 3/1/20 to 3/31/20
8/10

1. Happy March Birthday - Published in March - Pub 3/1/72 - Sister of the Bride by Henrietta Reid - 3/3/20 ♥♥♥♥


2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil - Features a group of friends - Girls in Pants: The Third Summer of the Sisterhood by Ann Brashares - 3/5/20 ♥♥♥♥


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune - YA novel - I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You by Ally Carter - 3/7/20 ♥♥♥


4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day - Has a 19 or an 11 in the page count - 192 pgs - The Marrying Kind by Jean Carew - 3/10/20 ♥♥♥♥


5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day – Cover that ‘pops’ - Disintegration by Richard Thomas - 3/8/20 ♥♥♥

This cover is eye-catching, and it is a great representation of what the story is about.

7. March 20th - Proposal Day - Wedding - When Comes the Spring by Janette Oke - 3/14/20 ♥♥♥♥

Elizabeth and Wynn get married before moving to Northern Canada.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day - YOu would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla - Relaxing romance from a favorite author - My Favorite Cowboy by Donna Grant - 3/24/20 ♥♥♥♥


10. Reader's Choice - Any book - Bite Me If You Can by Lynsay Sands - 3/11/20 ♥♥♥♥


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

2020 March Monthly Challenge

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine. by Kristin Hannah 3/1

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, by Georgia Cates 3/2

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list..


You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal. 3/7

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day

🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. set in 1772 by Laura Kinsale 3/4

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day

🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name. by Pamela Britton

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day

🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation). The Handmaid's Tale 3/8

7. March 20th - Proposal Day

🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover. by Victoria Davies 3/2

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day

🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s. as cozy as it gets! 3/20

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day

🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla. 3/10

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

2020 March Monthly Challenge
9/10

🍀 1. Read a book published in March If I Never Met You by Mhairi McFarlane - 3/14/20 (4 1/2*)

🍀 2. Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.
After All by Heidi McLaughlin - 3/3/20 (4*)

🍀 3. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal. Crush the King by Jennifer Estep - 3/5/20 (4*)

🍀 4. Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s.
In the Fields by Willow Aster - 3/12/20 (4*)

🍀 5. Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). Undeniably You by Jewel E. Ann - 3/13/20 (4 1/2*)

🍀 6. Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation). You Are Not Alone by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen - 3/2/20 (4*)

🍀 7. Read a book where the main couple are already married.
The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams - 3/11/20 (4*)

🍀 8. Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s. Neanderthal Seeks Human by Penny Reid - TBR

🍀 9. Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. The Honey-Don't List by Christina Lauren - 3/12/20 (4*)

🍀 10. Read any book of your choice. Taming Hollywood's Baddest Boy by Max Monroe - 3/9/20 (4 1/2*)

2020 March Monthly Challenge

Books Read: 10/10


1. Happy March Birthday!:
Light blue on cover – - 3/15

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil:
First in series – Defying the Odds, 3/12

3. Featured author – T.J. Klune:
LGBT title –By Way of Pain - Criminal Delights: Assassins, 3/4

4. 8 March - International (Working) Woman’s Day:
11 in the page count –Don't Fear the (Not Really Grim) Reaper, 3/5

5. 10 March – Middle Name Pride Day:
Author with three names – Wanted! by Vicki Lewis Thompson, 3/18

6. 12 March – Popcorn Lover’s Day:
Adapted into movie – Animal Farm, 3/10

7. 20 March – Proposal Day:
Bride on cover – - 3/9

8. 21 March – National Quilting Day:
Cosy cover – - 3/13

9. 26 March – Make you Own Holiday Day:
Predominantly red cover – - 3/23

10. Reader’s Choice:
Title of your choosing. – The 5th Gender, 3/5

Completed: 7 / 10



✔️1. Happy March Birthday!
Read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine:
, 3/7/20, 4*

✔️2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil
Read a book with a character who is considered wealthy.
3/11/20, 2.5*
✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
Read a novel shelved as fantasy or paranormal.
, 3/3/20, 4*

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5.. 10 March – Middle Name Pride Day:
Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day: Read a book that has you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show Or read a book set in New York state
, 3/1/20, 4*

✔️7. March 20th - Proposal Day.
Read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters)
, 3/5/20, 4*

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

✔️9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover:
, 3/8/20, 4*

✔️10. Reader's Choice:
Read any book of your choice.
, 3/16/20, 3*

2020 March Monthly Challenge

10/10 read

Done!

[1 Mar] 10. Reader's Choice: Suomen historia visuaalinen aikamatka by Ilkka Enkenberg
[2 Mar] 2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil: The Lost City of Z by David Grann
[10 Mar] 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune: On suurten muinaisten aika by Juri Nummelin
[10 Mar] 7. March 20th - Proposal Day: It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover
[13 Mar] 6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day: Without Merit by Colleen Hoover
[15 Mar] 8. March 21st - National Quilting Day: Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen
[16 Mar] 9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day: Stormbird by Conn Iggulden
[21 Mar] 1. Happy March Birthday! End of Watch by Stephen King
[25 Mar] 4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day: Uprooted by Naomi Novik
[28 Mar] 5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day: Widdershins by Jordan L. Hawk

2020 March Monthly Challenge
Duration: March 1- March 31
3/5 Completed


01. Happy March Birthday!:
🍀 Read a book published in March
How to Be Good by Nick Hornby, 03/27/20 **

02. Flower of the Month ~ Daffodil: 🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.
The Marriage Bargain
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ T.J. Klune: 🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.
You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

04. International (Working) Woman’s Day (March 8): 🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

05. Middle Name Pride Day (March 10): 🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

06. Popcorn Lover’s Day (March 12): 🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).
Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe
07. Proposal Day (March 20): 🍀 Read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters)
The Antenatal Group by Amy Bratley,03/31/20 ***

08. National Quilting Day (March 21): 🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

09. Make Your Own Holiday Day (March 26): 🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

10. Reader's Choice: 🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Sheltering Rain by Jojo Moyes,03/16/20 ***

5/10 Completed


1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 The Worst Best Man- published in March


2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series.
A Bollywood Affair

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Paranormal
Into the Fire

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
🍀 No Earls Allowed - Historical romance set in the late 1800's


5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names).


6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show


7. March 20th - Proposal Day
🍀 Beard Necessities - a proposal takes place


8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store
Friends Without Benefits

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
🍀 Shine Not Burn a predominately red cover.


10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 The Right Swipe- reader's choice

Romance Readers Reading Challenges
2020 March Monthly Challenge
Duration: 3/1/2020 - 3/31/2020

Progress: 1 out of 10

1. Happy March Birthday!
🍀 Read a book published in March, or read a book with light blue on the cover in honor of March's birthstone, the Aquamarine.

2. Flower of the Month - Daffodil The Daffodil symbolizes New Beginnings, Prosperity, and Good Luck.
🍀 Read a book that is first in a series, or with a character who is considered wealthy. You can also read a book that you consider yourself lucky to get (ie: hold came in at the library, or you purchased the book on sale). In the language of flowers daffodils also symbolize friendship so you could also read a book that features a group of friends.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - T.J. Klune:
🍀 Read one book written by T.J. Klune or any author with his first or last name.

Link to T.J. Klune's backlist: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...

Fun Facts about T.J. Klune
He writes M/M romance
He has won the Lambda Literary Award
His first YA novel will be published in May 2020
He has written contemporary, fantasy and paranormal novels

You may also read a book that is LGBT, or a book that has won a literary award. You can also read a YA novel or a novel shelved as a contemporary, or fantasy or paranormal.

4.March 8th - International (Working) Woman’s Day
International Women's Day is sponsored worldwide by the United Nations. However, the UN did not originate this special celebration. The roots of this celebration goes back to the late 1800's and early 1900s. It grew from women's socialist movements and early women's trade union groups.
The first International Women's Day was held March 19, 1911. Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women's Day on the last Sunday in February, 1908. The event grew from there, and has been celebrated annually since. The focus is upon women workers, and advancing women's rights in the workforce, politics and society.
🍀 Read a historical romance, preferably set in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. You can also read a book where a character has a job in a skilled trade (plumber, carpenter, electrician, etc.). You may also read a book that has a 19 or an 11 in the page count.

5. March 10th - Middle Name Pride Day
Middle Name Pride Day honors the seldom used middle name that often sets you apart from others. It was selected with care, so you should be proud of it. Here's two big reasons to be proud of your middle name: First, there are plenty of John Smiths and Mary Jones. It’s the middle name your parents gave you that makes your name unique. Second, your parents chose your middle name with great care. It often was selected to honor a friend or relative. That person may have possessed certain characteristics that they want you to inherit.
🍀 Read a novel where the author has three names (initials can be counted as names), or you can read a book by an author that has the same name as you (first, middle or last). You can also read a book where a main character shares your name.

6. March 12th - Popcorn Lover’s Day
Many of us love popcorn. So, it only makes sense that there should be a special day just for popcorn lovers. Popcorn is good for you, when eaten plain. It is not as healthy, when it's loaded with salt and butter. But, all that butter and salt tastes so good. This day is intended to enjoy popcorn and share it with others. This day was created on January 6, 2012, by Bob Matthews of Rochester, NY.
🍀 Read a book that has been or you think should be adapted into a movie or TV show (popcorn and movies are a great pairing). Or read a book set in New York state, or read a book with a cover that ‘pops’ (your interpretation).

7. March 20th - Proposal Day
Ladies and gentlemen, this could be a big, big day. It's Proposal Day! Valentine's Day last month came and went. He didn't, or couldn't, gather up the nerve to ask you. Along comes another day and another opportunity. For those in love, this could very well be the big day that will change your lives.
🍀 Read a book where the main couple are already married, or read a book where a wedding or proposal takes place (between any of the characters), or features a bride or a groom on the cover.

8. March 21st - National Quilting Day
I grew up with both a Mom and Aunt who were avid quilters. It was always a hobby I wanted to learn, but sadly, I’m all thumbs. The National Quilting Association started National Quilting Day in 1991. Their members passed a resolution at the 22and Annual Show in Lincoln, Nebraska, in June 1991. Today is a day to recognize and appreciate the quiltmakers, the skill and the warmth and the results. If you are a quiltmaker, spend a minute to recognize and appreciate that you have truly been blessed with a special skill. If you are not a quilt maker, wrap yourself into a quilt and enjoy the warmth.
🍀 Read a book that features a hobby or takes place in a craft store (quilt shop, knitting shop, etc). You may also read a book that makes you feel cozy, or that has cozy elements on the cover, or a book published in the 1990s.

9. March 26th - Make Your Own Holiday Day
Because, why not!
Today is your day to skip all of the red tape, bypass all of the effort, and create a special day of any kind. Simply declare your special day on Make Your Own Holiday Day! (I suggest, Call in Sick to Work Day).
🍀 Read a book that features any holiday, or a book with a predominately red cover. Or read a book that you would love to curl up with, hiding from all the holiday hoopla.

10. Reader's Choice:
🍀 Read any book of your choice.
Fate's Edge by Ilona Andrews - **** - 3/3/2020 - 372 Pages



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