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message 1: by Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator (last edited Mar 20, 2020 12:09PM) (new)

Heather L  (wordtrix) | 27490 comments Mod
Here are your April 2020 Mini Challenges!


RULES

** Books DO NOT all have to be mysteries. You can use any genres.

** A book can be used only once for this challenge, but can be used for other challenges (Seasonal, World Trip, Ultimate, etc.).

** You DO NOT have to choose books in advance, and can change your mind at any time if you do.

** Do as many as you are able and have fun!



1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.


message 2: by Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator (new)

Heather L  (wordtrix) | 27490 comments Mod
I hope the closure of libraries and bookstores during the Covid-19 pandemic isn’t hampering anyone’s reading!


message 3: by Genevieve (last edited Apr 24, 2020 08:33AM) (new)

Genevieve | 195 comments April 1 - April 30

1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
Crowned and Moldering (A Fixer-Upper Mystery, #3) by Kate Carlisle by Kate Carlisle 04/08/2020
2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
30 Ways to Eat a Tomato by Evelyn and Sotiris by Evelyn and Sotiris 4/08/2020
3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name
Night of the Living Deed (A Haunted Guesthouse Mystery, #1) by E.J. Copperman by E.J. Copperman 04/19/2020
4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Christmas Cow Bells (A Buttermilk Creek Mystery #1) by Mollie Cox Bryan by Mollie Cox Bryan 04/16/2020
5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover
Christmas Waltz (Holiday Codas, #2) by Josh Lanyon by Josh Lanyon 04/06/2020


message 4: by Genevieve (new)

Genevieve | 195 comments Heather L wrote: "I hope the closure of libraries and bookstores during the Covid-19 pandemic isn’t hampering anyone’s reading!"

Well besides the fact they are holding three books of mine hostage not to bad at least I can still get them out to read ebooks


message 5: by Paula (new)

Paula Adams (goodreadscompadams57) | 44987 comments I have my Kindle Unlimited membership which is paid for until December so I am all set.


message 6: by Jennifer (last edited Apr 26, 2020 11:47AM) (new)

Jennifer (jhaltenburger) In! finished 04/26

1. Read a book with books on the cover. A Murder for the Books (Blue Ridge Library Mysteries #1) by Victoria Gilbert
2. Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book). The Long Quiche Goodbye (A Cheese Shop Mystery, #1) by Avery Aames
3. Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name. The Witch Squad (Witch Squad Mystery #1) by M.Z. Andrews M.Z. Andrews
4. Read a book that shows the sky on the cover. Love and Death Among the Cheetahs (Her Royal Spyness #13) by Rhys Bowen
5. Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject. When You Find My Body The Disappearance of Geraldine Largay on the Appalachian Trail by D. Dauphinee


message 7: by Brenda (last edited Apr 20, 2020 11:00PM) (new)

Brenda | 5032 comments April Mini Challenge
5/5


1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.

The Strangeworlds Travel Agency by L.D. Lapinski 5s 21/4/20

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).

The Birthday Mystery by Faith Martin 5s 15/4/20

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).

What You've Done by J.A. Schneider 5s 13/4/20

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.

Away with the Penguins by Hazel Prior 4s 2/4/20

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.

Having a Great Crime - Wish You Were Here by Marja McGraw 4s 5/4/20

The Strangeworlds Travel Agency by L.D. Lapinski The Birthday Mystery (Jenny Starling, #1) by Joyce Cato What You've Done by J.A. Schneider Away with the Penguins by Hazel Prior Having a Great Crime - Wish You Were Here (A Sandi Webster Mystery #8) by Marja McGraw


message 8: by nightowl99 (new)

nightowl99 April Mini Challenge
Read 0/5

1. Read a book with books on the cover.

2. Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).

3. Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name

4. Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.

5. Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.


message 9: by Patrizia (last edited Apr 22, 2020 01:19AM) (new)

Patrizia | 329 comments April Mini Challenge
5/5

1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
Booking the Crook by Laurie Cass 3 April; 4 1/2★
Booking the Crook (A Bookmobile Cat Mystery #7) by Laurie Cass

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Crêpe Expectations by Sarah Fox 15 April; 4 1/2★
Crêpe Expectations (Pancake House Mystery #5) by Sarah Fox

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
A Genuine Fix by J.C. Kenney 6 April; 4 1/2★
A Genuine Fix (Allie Cobb Mystery #2) by J.C. Kenney

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Summerhouse Reunion by Kathi Daley 21 April; 5★
Summerhouse Reunion (Island Reunion #1) by Kathi Daley

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
The Black Cat Steps on a Crack by Kay Finch 10 April; 5★
The Black Cat Steps on a Crack (A Bad Luck Cat Mystery #4) by Kay Finch


message 10: by Nell (last edited Apr 24, 2020 09:40AM) (new)

Nell | 1223 comments April Mini-Challenge
Progress: 1

1. Read a book with books on the cover.
The Overdue Life of Amy Byler by Kelly Harms

2. Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender

3. Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name:
M.C. Beaton, Death of a Dentist

4. Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Murder at Bray Manor (Ginger Gold Mysteries #3) by Lee Strauss

5. Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject
Murder at Kensington Gardens by Lee Strauss


message 11: by Michelle (last edited Apr 27, 2020 01:33PM) (new)

Michelle Munger | 129 comments I’m in, plenty of time now to read....

Read a book with...
1. Books on cover....Can’t Judge a Book By It’s Murder by Amy Lillard 4/8/20
2. Food on cover....Here Comes the Body by Maria DiRico 4/11/20
3. Author uses initials.....Murder on Memory Lake by J.D. Griffo 4/15/20
4. Sky on cover....Getting Old is the Best Revenge by Rita Larkin 4/27/20
5. Shot Through the Hearth by Kate Carlisle 4/19/20

Can't Judge a Book By Its Murder (Main Street Book Club Mysteries #1) by Amy Lillard Here Comes the Body (A Catering Hall Mystery #1) by Maria DiRico Murder on Memory Lake (Ferrara Family Mystery #1) by J.D. Griffo Getting Old Is the Best Revenge (Gladdy Gold, #2) by Rita Lakin Shot Through the Hearth (A Fixer-Upper Mystery, #7) by Kate Carlisle

Finished!


message 12: by JennH (last edited Apr 27, 2020 12:40PM) (new)

JennH | 1048 comments April 2020 Mini Challenges

✔1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
Killer Characters by Ellery Adams 4/7/20
Killer Characters (A Books by the Bay Mystery, #8) by Ellery Adams

✔2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Deadly Donuts by Jessica Beck 4/10/20
Deadly Donuts by Jessica Beck

✔3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
Strange Fiction by H.G. Wells 4/27/20

✔4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket 4/6/20

✔5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
A Map of Days by Ransom Riggs 4/2/20
A Map of Days (Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children, #4) by Ransom Riggs

A Map of Days (Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children, #4) by Ransom Riggs The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events #1) by Lemony Snicket Killer Characters (A Books by the Bay Mystery, #8) by Ellery Adams Deadly Donuts by Jessica Beck Strange Fiction by H.G. Wells


message 13: by Meg (last edited Apr 10, 2020 12:08PM) (new)

Meg (makeli2) | 2322 comments 1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.

Ghost of a Chance (Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries #1) by Cate Dean Ghost of a Chance

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).

On Thin Icing (A Bakeshop Mystery, #3) by Ellie Alexander On Thin Icing

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).

Silent Bud Deadly (English Cottage Garden Mysteries #2) by H.Y. Hanna Silent Bud Deadly by H. Y. Hannah

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.

Vanished in Paradise by Deborah Brown Vanished in Paradise

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.

Bloom and Doom (Bridal Bouquet Shop Mystery #1) by Beverly Allen Bloom and Doom


message 14: by Amber (last edited Apr 26, 2020 12:41PM) (new)

Amber (arboan) | 154 comments 1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover. The Bookshop on the Corner 04.16.20

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book). Death of a Kitchen Diva 04.21.20

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells). Anne of Green Gables 04.20.20

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
True to You 04.13.20

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject. The Ruth Valley Missing 04.22.20


message 15: by [deleted user] (last edited Apr 13, 2020 07:50PM) (new)

April 2020 Mini Challenges
5/5 completed as of Apr. 13, 2020

1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
Killer Librarian (Killer Librarian #1) by Mary Lou Kirwin Killer Librarian by Mary Lou Kirwin ✅

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Death by Dumpling (A Noodle Shop Mystery, #1) by Vivien Chien Death by Dumpling by Vivien Chien ✅

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
Dreaming of Rome by T.A. Williams Dreaming of Rome by T.A. Williams ✅

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Summer Dreams at Villa Limoncello by Daisy James Summer Dreams at Villa Limoncello by Daisy James ✅

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali ✅


message 16: by Julesy (last edited Apr 27, 2020 09:17PM) (new)

Julesy | 1411 comments April 2020 mini challenge

Update: April 28
Progress: 5/5

1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
Word to the Wise (Library Lover's Mystery, #10) by Jenn McKinlay Word to the Wise by Jenn McKinlay - April 12

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Death in Wine Country (Wine & Dine Mysteries Book 5) by Gemma Halliday Death in Wine Country by Gemma Halliday - MC caters an event - April 11

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
Every Body on Deck (A Savannah Reid Mystery, #22) by G.A. McKevett Every Body on Deck by G.A. McKevett - April 28

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Hound on the Sound by Jessa Archer Hound on the Sound by Jessa Archer - April 13

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
The Ghost of Blackwood Hall (Nancy Drew Mystery Stories, #25) by Carolyn Keene The Ghost of Blackwood Hall by Carolyn Keene - April 8


message 17: by Paula (new)

Paula S (paula_s) | 103 comments April Mini Challenge
Read 0/5

1. Read a book with books on the cover.
Color Him Dead
2. Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Death of a Kitchen Diva
3. Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name
Sharpe Mind
4. Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
A School Inspector Calls or "OfsDead!"
5. Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
Deadhead and Buried

Color Him Dead (Books Galore Mystery #1) by Emma Lee Death of a Kitchen Diva (Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery, #1) by Lee Hollis Sharpe Mind (Maycroft Mystery #3) by Lisa B. Thomas A School Inspector Calls or "OfsDead!" (Miss Clover Lightfoot Investigates, #1) by Rosie Cavendish Deadhead and Buried (English Cottage Garden Mysteries #1) by H.Y. Hanna


message 18: by Alice (last edited Apr 23, 2020 08:47AM) (new)

Alice | 3827 comments my spot
1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.

Witchful Thinking (The Happily Everlasting Series, #4) by Kristen Painter by Kristen Painter

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Lethal Licorice (Amish Candy Shop Mystery, #2) by Amanda Flower by Amanda Flower

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
The Novel Art of Murder (Mystery Bookshop, #3) by V.M. Burns by V.M. Burns

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Buried to the Brim (Hat Shop Mystery #6) by Jenn McKinlay by Jenn McKinley

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.

Secrets in a Bottle (Whodunit Antiques, #1) by Shelly West by Shelley West

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message 19: by Linda (new)

Linda (rudylkr) | 8978 comments My plan:

Library Week, Children’s Book Day, School Librarian Day, and National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.

National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, Caramel Popcorn Day, Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, National Peach Cobbler Day, Eggs Benedict Day, and National Prime Rib Day: Death of a Kitchen Diva

Scrabble Day: A Killer Collection by J.B. Stanley

Look up at the Sky Day and International Astronomy Day: Reel Murder

Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, International Plant Appreciation Day, Earth Day, and Arbor Day: Toxic Toffee


Death of a Kitchen Diva (Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery, #1) by Lee Hollis A Killer Collection (Antiques & Collectibles Mysteries, #1) by J.B. Stanley Reel Murder (Talk Radio Mystery, #2) by Mary Kennedy Toxic Toffee (Amish Candy Shop Mystery #4) by Amanda Flower



message 20: by Genevieve (new)

Genevieve | 195 comments Heather L wrote: "I hope the closure of libraries and bookstores during the Covid-19 pandemic isn’t hampering anyone’s reading!"

I have also been getting books from https://www.bookbub.com/ebook-deals/r...


message 21: by Julesy (new)

Julesy | 1411 comments Heather L wrote: "I hope the closure of libraries and bookstores during the Covid-19 pandemic isn’t hampering anyone’s reading!"

My reading has always been about 99% electronic so all my library closures has not hampered me much. Coincidentally though, I put a paperback book on hold at my local library for a book discussion right before the nationwide quarantine. When the libraries announced closures, I had to cancel my hold and purchase the book. I had plenty of e-gift cards and/or credit to buy the ebook but the price was too high, IMHO.


message 22: by Jane (last edited Mar 26, 2020 05:16PM) (new)

Jane (maisiew) | 71 comments Genevieve wrote: "Heather L wrote: "I hope the closure of libraries and bookstores during the Covid-19 pandemic isn’t hampering anyone’s reading!"

I have also been getting books from https://www.bookbub.com/ebook-d..."



message 23: by Jane (last edited Mar 26, 2020 05:18PM) (new)

Jane (maisiew) | 71 comments I love BookBub! I get the daily emails and get almost all of my books from them.

I also get audiobooks from the library, which I am still able to do.


message 24: by Genevieve (new)

Genevieve | 195 comments Jane wrote: "I love BookBub! I get the daily emails and get almost all of my books from them."

I only just found them through a suggestion from another group.


message 25: by Martha (new)

Martha (marthas48) | 161 comments April Reading Challenge



1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).


3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
Death of a Gossip (Hamish MacBeth Mystery) by M.C. Beaton

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Death in an English Cottage (Murder on Location #2) by Sara Rosett

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
Death in the English Countryside (Murder on Location #1) by Sara Rosett


message 26: by Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator (last edited Mar 27, 2020 02:03AM) (new)

Heather L  (wordtrix) | 27490 comments Mod
I’m glad people who normally rely on the library are finding ways to get books. I have both a substantial print and ebook library, so personally am not wanting for anything to read. Our local library sent a message out to the neighborhood list I follow, inviting those who don’t have a library card to sign up for a temporary virtual one, which will allow people to borrow from their ebook collection until things return to normal. I thought that was an admirable way to help fill the gap.

Like others here, I also subscribe to the daily bookbub newsletter and usually end up getting one or two books a week—not that I need more. I used to also get the GR newsletter, but since Amazon took over, it seems like that only goes out once in a blue moon. Less than, actually. I don’t think I’ve received it since Christmas. Project Gutenberg is also a great source for finding older books (pre-1924) if you like the occasional classic (and that includes classic mysteries and children’s books).

https://www.bookbub.com/welcome
https://www.gutenberg.org/


message 27: by Trish (last edited Apr 30, 2020 09:57AM) (new)

Trish (trishhartuk) | 420 comments I have a lot of books on my TBR, both electronic and physical, so like you, Heather, I'm set :-)

And anything else, you can normally get by post nowadays - with books not quite as crazy as food deliveries. Go internet shopping!

1. Read a book with books on the cover.

Life, the Universe and Everything, Douglas Adams - 28/04/20
(Well, it just about has books on the cover - to whit, the previous ones in the series!)

2. Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).

Death of a Kitchen Diva, Lee Hollis - 16/04/20

3. Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name.

The Wisdom of Father Brown, G K Chasterton - 30/04/20

4. Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.

The Murder at the Vicarage, Agatha Christie - 07/04/20

5. Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.

Precious and Grace, Alexander McCall Smith - 08/04/20

1. Life, the Universe and Everything (Hitchhiker's Guide #3) by Douglas Adams , 2. Death of a Kitchen Diva (Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery, #1) by Lee Hollis , 3. The Wisdom of Father Brown (Father Brown, #2) by G.K. Chesterton , 4. The Murder at the Vicarage (Miss Marple, #1) by Agatha Christie , 5. Precious and Grace (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #17) by Alexander McCall Smith


message 28: by Gianna (new)

Gianna | 12 comments Good morning everyone! I love bookbub as well. Thriftbooks is another good site. For free books, try www.novel12.com. It separates by genre and you can search by your favorite author(s). Enjoy and have a great weekend-Gianna


message 29: by Mary (last edited Apr 27, 2020 06:37PM) (new)

Mary (marye87) | 15 comments I’ve selected my April books as follows:

1. Fudging the Books (Cookbook Nook Mystery, #4) by Daryl Wood Gerber for library week: Fudging the Books, by Daryl Wood Gerber
I finished this book on April 11.

2. Shot in the Dark (Coffeehouse Mystery, #17) by Cleo Coyle for caramel popcorn day: Shot in the Dark, by Cleo Coyle
I finished this book on Apri27.

3. The Romanov Empress A Novel of Tsarina Maria Feodorovna by C.W. Gortner for Scrabble day: The Romanov Empress, by G. W. Gortner

4. Murder In Galway (Galway Ireland Mystery #1) by Carlene O'Connor for Look Up in the Sky day: Murder in Galway, by Carlene O’Connor

5. Indigo Dying (China Bayles, #11) by Susan Wittig Albert for Keep America Beautiful month: Indigo Dying, by Susan Wittig Albert


message 30: by Amanda A (last edited May 01, 2020 06:29AM) (new)

Amanda A | 80 comments April Mini Challenge
Completed: 5/5


1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
In Cold Chamomile (A Tea and Read Mystery #3) by Joy Avon 4/2

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Death of a Country Fried Redneck (Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery, #2) by Lee Hollis 4/24

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
Booked 4 Murder (Sophie Kimball Mystery #1) by J.C. Eaton 4/30

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Six Cloves Under (A Garlic Farm Mystery #1) by Gin Jones 4/29

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
Pick Your Poison (A Yellow Rose Mystery, #1) by Leann Sweeney 4/15


message 31: by Jennie-Lee~abookishwonderer~ (last edited Apr 09, 2020 08:11AM) (new)

Jennie-Lee~abookishwonderer~ (abookishwonderer) April Mini Challenge
Read: 3/5


1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
♈️The Secret, Book & Scone Society by Ellery Adams

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
♈️Boiled Over by Barbara Ross

✔️3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).
♈️Death of a Perfect Wife by M.C. Beaton▪️4/3/20▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

✔️4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
♈️Murder at Redwood Cove by Janet Finsilver▪️4/7/20▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
♈️The Case of the Screaming Beauty by Alison Golden▪️4/9/20▪️⭐️⭐️.5

COVERS
The Secret, Book & Scone Society (Secret, Book, & Scone Society, #1) by Ellery Adams Boiled Over (A Maine Clambake Mystery, #2) by Barbara Ross Death of a Perfect Wife (Hamish Macbeth, #4) by M.C. Beaton Murder at Redwood Cove (A Kelly Jackson Mystery #1) by Janet Finsilver The Case of the Screaming Beauty (Inspector David Graham #1) by Alison Golden


message 32: by Julie (last edited Apr 05, 2020 09:53PM) (new)

Julie Ringrose | 18 comments 1. Read a book with books on the cover.
The Book Stops Here by Kate Carlisle
The Book Stops Here (A Bibliophile Mystery, #8) by Kate Carlisle

2. Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Diva Cooks a Goose by Krista Davis
The Diva Cooks a Goose (A Domestic Diva Mystery, #4) by Krista Davis

3. Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name.
Death of a Perfect Wife by M. C. Beaton
Death of a Perfect Wife (Hamish Macbeth, #4) by M.C. Beaton

4. Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Dance of the Seagull by Andrea Camilleri
The Dance of the Seagull (Commissario Montalbano, #15) by Andrea Camilleri

5. Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
Outfoxed by David Rosenfelt
Outfoxed (Andy Carpenter, #14) by David Rosenfelt

Challenge complete!


message 33: by Meg (new)

Meg (makeli2) | 2322 comments Done for my favorite month of April! 🎈

See message 13...


message 34: by Brenda (new)

Brenda | 5032 comments Well done Meg :)


message 35: by Brenda (new)

Brenda | 5032 comments Finished :)

April Mini Challenge
5/5


1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.

The Strangeworlds Travel Agency by L.D. Lapinski 5s 21/4/20

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).

The Birthday Mystery by Faith Martin 5s 15/4/20

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).

What You've Done by J.A. Schneider 5s 13/4/20

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.

Away with the Penguins by Hazel Prior 4s 2/4/20

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.

Having a Great Crime - Wish You Were Here by Marja McGraw 4s 5/4/20

The Strangeworlds Travel Agency by L.D. Lapinski The Birthday Mystery (Jenny Starling, #1) by Joyce Cato What You've Done by J.A. Schneider Away with the Penguins by Hazel Prior Having a Great Crime - Wish You Were Here (A Sandi Webster Mystery #8) by Marja McGraw


message 36: by Linda (new)

Linda (rudylkr) | 8978 comments Finished!

Library Week, Children’s Book Day, School Librarian Day, and National Library Day: If Books Could Kill 4/11/20

National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, Caramel Popcorn Day, Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, National Peach Cobbler Day, Eggs Benedict Day, and National Prime Rib Day: Death of a Kitchen Diva 4/5/20

Scrabble Day: A Killer Collection by J.B. Stanley 4/17/20

Look up at the Sky Day and International Astronomy Day: Reel Murder 4/2/20

Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, International Plant Appreciation Day, Earth Day, and Arbor Day: Toxic Toffee 4/11/20


If Books Could Kill (Bibliophile Mystery, #2) by Kate Carlisle Death of a Kitchen Diva (Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery, #1) by Lee Hollis A Killer Collection (Antiques & Collectibles Mysteries, #1) by J.B. Stanley Reel Murder (Talk Radio Mystery, #2) by Mary Kennedy Toxic Toffee (Amish Candy Shop Mystery #4) by Amanda Flower



message 37: by Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator (new)

Heather L  (wordtrix) | 27490 comments Mod
Congrats, Brenda and Linda!


message 38: by Brenda (new)

Brenda | 5032 comments Thanks Heather!


message 39: by Patrizia (last edited Apr 22, 2020 01:21AM) (new)

Patrizia | 329 comments Done!

April Mini Challenge

1. Read a book with books on the cover.
Booking the Crook by Laurie Cass 3 April; 4 1/2★
Booking the Crook (A Bookmobile Cat Mystery #7) by Laurie Cass

2. Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
Crêpe Expectations by Sarah Fox 15 April; 4 1/2★
Crêpe Expectations (Pancake House Mystery #5) by Sarah Fox

3. Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name.
A Genuine Fix by J.C. Kenney 6 April; 4 1/2★
A Genuine Fix (Allie Cobb Mystery #2) by J.C. Kenney

4. Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Summerhouse Reunion by Kathi Daley 21 April; 5★
Summerhouse Reunion (Island Reunion #1) by Kathi Daley

5. Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject.
The Black Cat Steps on a Crack by Kay Finch 10 April; 5★
The Black Cat Steps on a Crack (A Bad Luck Cat Mystery #4) by Kay Finch


message 40: by Brenda (new)

Brenda | 5032 comments Well done Patrizia :)


message 41: by Genevieve (new)

Genevieve | 195 comments DONE
April 1 - April 30

1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover.
Crowned and Moldering (A Fixer-Upper Mystery, #3) by Kate Carlisle by Kate Carlisle 04/08/2020
2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book).
30 Ways to Eat a Tomato by Evelyn and Sotiris by Evelyn and Sotiris 4/08/2020
3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name
Night of the Living Deed (A Haunted Guesthouse Mystery, #1) by E.J. Copperman by E.J. Copperman 04/19/2020
4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.
Christmas Cow Bells (A Buttermilk Creek Mystery #1) by Mollie Cox Bryan by Mollie Cox Bryan 04/16/2020
5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover
Christmas Waltz (Holiday Codas, #2) by Josh Lanyon by Josh Lanyon 04/06/2020


message 42: by Michelle (new)

Michelle Munger | 129 comments Finished, see message 11! Some great books, really enjoyed them!


message 43: by Julesy (new)

Julesy | 1411 comments Congrats to all who've finished! 👏 I'm on my last book. Should be done tonight or tomorrow.


message 44: by Donna (new)

Donna | 27 comments Done!

1. The first week of April is Library Week, April 2 is Children’s Book Day, April 4 is School Librarian Day, and April 16 National Library Day: Read a book with books on the cover. The Words Between Us by Erin Bartels

2. April 2 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, April 7 Caramel Popcorn Day, April 12 Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, April 13 National Peach Cobbler Day, April 16 Eggs Benedict Day, and April 27 National Prime Rib Day: Read a book featuring food (on the cover or as a major focus/subject of the book). Death of a Country Fried Redneck by Lee Hollis

3. April 13 is Scrabble Day: Read a book by an author who uses initials in his or her name (e.g.: M.C. Beaton, J. J. Cook, E. J. Copperman, P. D. James, Linda O. Johnston, G. A. McKevett, L. M. Montgomery, J. D. Robb, J. K. Rowling, H. G. Wells).Agatha Raisin and the Walkers of Dembley by M.C. Beaton

4. April 14 is Look up at the Sky Day and April 28 International Astronomy Day: Read a book that shows the sky on the cover.Death of a Coupon Clipper by Lee Hollis

5. April is Keep America Beautiful Month, Lawn and Garden Month, April 13 is International Plant Appreciation Day, April 22 Earth Day, and April 24 Arbor Day: Read a book with trees, plants or flowers on the cover or as the main subject. Primrose Lane by Debbie Mason

The Words Between Us by Erin Bartels Death of a Country Fried Redneck (Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery, #2) by Lee Hollis Agatha Raisin and the Walkers of Dembley (Agatha Raisin, #4) by M.C. Beaton Death of a Coupon Clipper (Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery, #3) by Lee Hollis Primrose Lane (Harmony Harbor #3) by Debbie Mason


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