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2022 August Monthly Challenge


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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Happy Reading!

🎡🎡🔭🩴👙🍉🍔🎣🏄🏼‍♀️🎢🏊‍♀️🏖 2022 August Monthly Challenge 🏖🎢🏊‍♀️🏄🏼‍♀️🎣🍔🍉👙🩴🔭🎡🎡
6/5 10/10 COMPLETED

👙1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot. Published: August 17,2020
The Road to Redemption: A Dark Mafia Romance by: Jessie Jones (08/12/2022)

👙2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania). Lucy
Dare to Seduce by: Carly Phillips (08/02/2022)


👙3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Lorraine Heath's backlist - Lorraine Heath
Texas Destiny by: Lorraine Heath (08/27/2022)

(view spoiler)[Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

👙4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
A Daring Desire by: Jeanne St. James (08/08/2022)

👙5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
His Bonnie Bride by: Hannah Howell (08/19/2022)

👙6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
The Lemon Sisters by: Jill Shalvis (08/31/2022)

👙7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
Dare to Surrender by: Carly Phillips (08/01/2022)

👙8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
Mountain Hostage by: Hope White (08/09/2022)

👙9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
Dare to Submit by: Carly Phillips (08/01/2022)


👙10.Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
The Coming Storm by: Jessie Jones (08/03/2022)

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

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

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

Happy Reading!

🌞🕶🍉🍓🌭 2022 August Monthly Challenge 🍔🍒🍇🍦🩴



10/10 Completed


01. Happy August Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
Soul Taken by Patricia Briggs 08/27/22
02. Baby Names!: 👶🏻Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them. Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), and Luke (Person from Lucania).
Maid for Love by Marie Force 08/30/22
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Lorraine Heath: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
Hungry Like the Wolf by Paige Tyler 08/10/22
04. Birthday of Francis Scott Key (August 1, 1779): 🎼Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
The Cowgirl's Forever Family by Helen Lacey 08/04/22
05. Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England (August 4, 1900): 🫅🏻Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
Wallflower Gone Wild by Maya Rodale 08/07/22
06. National Kool-Aid Day (Second Friday in August): There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. 🧃Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
Wrong Question, Right Answer by Elle Casey 08/15/22
07. National Roller Coaster Day (August 16): 🎢Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
Haven Creek by Rochelle Alers 08/30/22
08. National Mountain Climbing Day (August 1): ⛰Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
My Kind of Love by Kristin Miller 08/31/22
09. National Middle Child's Day (Second Saturday in August): 📖Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
Light Up the Night by Laura Trentham 08/02/22
10. Reader’s Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice.
Emma's Heart by Rebecca Lorino Pond 08/16/22

August Monthly Challenge

READ: 10/10

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

✔️2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them. This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
A Treacherous Tasty Trail - Cindy Bell (Luke Elm) 8/22

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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




CHALLENGE COMPLETE

2022 August Monthly Challenge

READ : 10/10

✔️ 1. Read a book published in August : In the Shadows by Hailey Turner | published August 22, 2017 | 📖 8/4 | 4.5 ⭐️



✔️ 2. Read a book that includes a character or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names : Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania). : Iris by Eden Finley | 📖 8/12 | 2.5 ⭐️



✔️ 3. Read one book with famous parent : In the Blood by Hailey Turner | 📖 8/13 | 4 ⭐️



✔️ 4. Read a book with 6 or 3 in page count : If Only in My Dreams by Keira Andrews | 143 pages | 📖 8/5 | 4 ⭐️



✔️ 5. Read a book set in England : The Mysterious and Amazing Blue Billings by Lily Morton | 📖 8/9 | 4 ⭐️



✔️ 6. Read a book with number 6 in publication date : Death Comes to Main Street by A.P. Eisen | Audible Edition Published November 16, 2020 | 📖 8/7 | 5 ⭐️



✔️ 7. Read a book set in New York or on an Island : A Crown of Iron & Silver by Hailey Turner | 📖 8/3 | 5 ⭐️



✔️ 8. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains : Tough Luck by Annabeth Albert | 📖 8/12 | 3.5 ⭐️



✔️ 9. Read a book in the middle of a series : A Vigil in the Mourning by Hailey Turner | book #4 out of 7 | 📖 8/11 | 5 ⭐️



✔️ 10. Reader’s Choice : Up in Smoke by Annabeth Albert | 📖 8/13 | 4 ⭐️

2022 August Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names.
This month's names:
Audrey (Noble Strength),
Iris (Colorful, Rainbow),
Leo (Lion),
Luke (Person from Lucania).
Audrey Carlan-Resisting Roots 8/20

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10. Reader’s Choice.
Read any book of your Choice.
Been There Done That-Hope Ellis 8/07

August Monthly Challenge

8/8 completed

1. Published in August: Surrender to the Duke Tamara Gill 5☆ 26/8/22
2. Luke: Defending Danger Wendy Vella 5☆ 12/8/22
3. Book set in Texas: Wild About the Wrangler Vicki Lewis Thompson 4☆ 18/8/22
4. 6 in page count: Vacancy: Viscount Preferred Tammy Andresen 5☆ 4/8/22
5. Set in England: His Unsuspecting Heart Aileen Fish 2.5☆ 1/8/22
6.Red/Yellow cover: Protected By A Devil Wendy Vella 5☆ 14/8/22
7. X
8. X
9. Book in the middle of series: One for My Baron Christi Caldwell 4☆ 8/8/22
10. Reader's Choice: The Mistress Carole Mortimer 5☆ 3/8/22

X X

2022 August Monthly Challenge

Complete: 10/10


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

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

Ruby Fever (set in Texas) 8/29

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

My Fallen Saint 374 pgs 8/18

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

Hard Job 8/18

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

Someone to Hold Me 8/16

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

Flare 8/10

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

To Die For 8/26

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

Cult of Personality 8/25

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

Urban Shaman 8/23

I'm in!

...10/10 Completed August 31

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

August Monthly Challenge 📚📖🍦🍦🧊🧊🧊
Completed 9/?

1. Happy August Birthday!
🍧 Read a book published in August, and/or
✔ Her Majesty's Forbidden Fling - Susan Meier - 8/10
🍧Read a book with green on the cover
✔ Last Summer at the Golden Hotel - Elyssa Friedland -8/6

2. Baby Names! This month's names:
✔🍧 Audrey - In the Ring with the Maverick - Kathy Douglass -
8/8
✔🍧 Iris - The Beloved Scoundrel - Iris Johansen - 8/7
✔️ 🍧Luke - Revenge on the Ranch - Carla Cassidy - 8/16

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) -
🍧 Lorraine Heath: The Viscount and the Vixen

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key,
✔️🍧 6 or 3 page count - Someone to Romance - Mary Balogh - 336 pgs - 8/15

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of the Queen Mother of England-
🍧Read a book set in England -
✔ Scoundrel of My Heart - Lorraine Heath - 8/22

6. National Kool-Aid Day: There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry.

7. National Roller Coaster Day:
🍧 ✔ Until the Ride Stops - Amie Denman - 8/5

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
✔🍧 Read a book with a mountain on the cover and set in the
mountains - High Stakes Mountain Refuge - Cassie Miles and Julie Anne Lindsey - 8/4

9. National Middle Child's Day
🍧Read a book in the middle of a series

10. Reader’s Choice.

X X X X X X X

5 books planned as usual for August! I'm hopeful... LOL!
10/5 Read
1. Happy August Birthday: Fever (green on cover)
2. Baby Names! Audrey (Noble Strength): On Broken Wings (Noble Strength characters)
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Playing House (evil character - Sera's ex fiance obviously!)
4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key: Shipped (6 and 3 in page count)
5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth: By Force of Instinct (Set in England)
6. National Kool-Aid Day: Which Witch is Which? (yellow/red on cover)
7. National Roller Coaster Day: The Library at the Edge of the World (set on an island)
8. National Mountain Climbing Day: Home Game (athletic character)
9. National Middle Child's Day: The Takeover (middle of series)
10. Reader’s Choice: To Marry and to Meddle

Books Read:


Completed!

2022 August Monthly Challenge
5/5 ROMANCE

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
Midnight Dunes by Laura Griffin 6 August; 5☆


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

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
Tutta colpa del gatto (=The Start of Something) by Miranda Dickinson 15 August; 4☆


6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
orange and brown- Jayme's Journey by Laura Scott 12 August; 5☆


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

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
Stranded in the Mountains by Geri Krotow 3 August; 4 1/2☆


9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child(your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
male Mc is a loner- Trent's Trust by Laura Scott 9 August; 4 1/2☆


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

Happy August!
~ 10 / 10 Complete ~


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

Death at the Manor 8/11

2. Baby Names! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

Something Wilder 8/20

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

Wash Day Diaries 8/16

4. August 1, 1779- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.

I'm Glad My Mom Died 8/20

5. August 4, 1900- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.

Death at the Crystal Palace 8/08

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

Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match 8/24

7. National Roller Coaster Day: Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.

Kit McBride Gets a Wife 8/29

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.

The Cheat Sheet 8/08

9. National Middle Child's Day
Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.

The Stolen Letters 8/02

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

Signal Moon 8/04

Me! 🙋🏻‍♀️ In for the usual. 😊

💕 2022 August Monthly Challenge
Happy to sign again !

All Completed: 10/10

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

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

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

☑️. August 1, Read a book with a Lawyer or set in Maryland.
Try 29/8- 5☀️
☑️5. August 4, Read a book set in England: The Gentleman's Keeper by Bonnie Dee 2/8 -4☀️

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


☑️7. National Roller Coaster Day: Read a book with a carnival in the story.
Danse Macabre by Laurell K. Hamilton


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

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

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



All my challenges

Read 10/10 DONE!

1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August
The Love Edit: An Age Gap Professor Student Romance (Forbidden Temptations) by Sofia T Summers 8/5/22 4stars (8/5/22)

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
Snack to the Future (English Village Witch # by Rosie Reed 8/15/22 4stars (Luke)

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

You may also read a book who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series
See You Next Tuesday (From the Case Files of Steve Rockfish, #2) by Ken Harris 8/4/22 5stars (Earl and Lilith were evil - committing crimes; hurting others + 2nd book in series)

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US- Read a book with a Lawyer or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
Dance at the Beach by Irene Vartanoff 8/1/22 4stars (Betsy and Richard are lawyers as is Mia their daughter and Linda's son, Rory; 6 - 261 pages; set in Bethesda, MD for part of story)

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book with a mother in the story.
Memories at Friendship Inn: A Five Island Cove Introductory Novel by Jessie Newton 8/1/22 4stars (all are mothers - Robin, Alice, Kelly, Eloise (stepmom), AJ and Kristen)

6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt) or Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
Waves of Hope (Sanderling Cove Inn Series #1) by Judith Keim 8/7/22 4.5stars
Lemon - page 28 - Charlotte inhaled the smell of lemon and garlic and grinned. ; cover - brown and yellow)

7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book set in New York or on an Island.
Rebuilding Friendship Inn (Five Island Cove Book 8) by Jessie Newton 8/2/22 4stars (Five Island Cove has 5 islands they ferry between; 3 of the kids head off to NYU for college - some of story there)

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with an athletic character.
The Summer Getaway: An Age Gap Single Dad and Nanny Romance (Forbidden Temptations) by Sofia T Summers 8/6/22 4stars (Henry - ran a 5K race for charity)

9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who has a trait of a middle child (your interpretation).
A Little Christmas Spirit: A Novel by Sheila Roberts 8/11/22 4stars (Stanley and Meredith - both lost spouses and are introverted, quieter probably due to depression)

10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
Sadie (The Amish of Morrissey County Book One): An Amish Romance by Sylvia Price 8/8/22 4stars

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2022 August Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August

Until We're More by Cindi Madsen - 04/*08/2022

✔️2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses): Audrey (Noble Strength)

The Warrior King by Abigail Owen - 05/08/2022

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book who has an evil character in story (your interpretation)

The Cursed King by Abigail Owen - 06/08/2022

✔️4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key - Read a book with a 6 or 3 in page count (324 pgs)

Tiger's Daughter by Jennifer Ashley - 02/08/2022

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

Dark Witch by Nora Roberts - 07/08/2022

✔️6. National Kool-Aid Day: Read a book with number 6 in publication date. (Sept 6, 2017)

His Virgin Bride by Grace Goodwin - 04/08/2022

✔️7. National Roller Coaster Day: Read a book set in New York.

Archangel's Consort by Nalini Singh - 18/08/2022

✔️8. National Mountain Climbing Day: Read a book with an athletic character.

The Rebel by Kendall Ryan - 14/08/2022

✔️9. National Middle Child's Day: Read a book in the middle of a series.

Spirit Bear by Bianca D'Arc - 01/08/2022

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

Until You're Mine by Cindi Madsen - 03/08/2022

2022 August Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 8/1/22 to 8/31/22
10/10

1. Happy August Birthday! - With green on the cover - A Stardance Summer by Emily March - 8/3/22 ♥♥♥♥

Green grass

2. Baby Names! Character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning: Leo (Lion) - The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis - 8/9/22 ♥♥♥♥

Aslan the Lion is an important part of the entire series of Narnia and he has a large role in this book.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath - Second book in a series - A Killing Sky by Andy Straka - 8/11/22 ♥♥♥♥

#2 Frank Pavlicek Mysteries

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key - With a 6 or 3 in page count - Death Before Decaf by Caroline Fardig - 8/4/22 ♥♥♥

296 pgs

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England - Mother in the story - The Forbidden by Beverly Lewis - 8/14/22 ♥♥♥♥

Nellie’s mother is an important part of the story since this Amish family is very close.

6. National Kool-Aid Day - With number 6 in publication date - Rapture in Death by J.D. Robb - 8/8/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

Pub 10/28/96

7. National Roller Coaster Day - Set in New York - Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder - 8/6/22 ♥♥♥


8. National Mountain Climbing Day – Set in the mountains - The First Kiss of Spring by Emily March - 8/12/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

Set in Colorado, in a mountain town.

9. National Middle Child's Day - Middle of a series - Maybe This Time by Nicole McLaughlin - 8/7/22 ♥♥♥

#2 in the 3-part Whisky and Weddings series

10. Reader’s Choice - Any book - Six by Opal Carew - 8/15/22 ♥♥♥♥


******CHALLENGE COMPLETE 8/15/22*****

August Monthly Challenge

READ: 0/8

1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
Rock Chick Rescue by Kristen Ashley 8.18
2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
Rock Chick by Kristen Ashley 8.16 (LEO -LEE)
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Lorraine Heath's backlist - Lorraine Heath

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
Embers by Suzanne Wright 8.1 Evil Character- Horseman
4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
Garnet Falls by Devney Perry 8.2 (346 pages)
5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
Rodeo by Cee Bowerman 8.2
6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
Mica by MariaLisa DeMora 8.2 (6.23.14)
7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
ashes by M.K. Harkins 8.13
9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
Rock Chick Reawakening by Kristen Ashley 8.18
10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
Murder Most Pemberly by Jessica Berg 8.12

2022 August Monthly Challenge
5/10

1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot
The Maid by Nita Prose, read 08/15, 3 stars

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character with one of the following popular baby names, or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). This month's names: Iris (Colorful, Rainbow)
Finlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle Cosimano, read 08/05, 3 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read a second book in a series
The Mistake by Elle Kennedy, read 08/07, 3.5 stars

4. August 1, 1779 - Read a book with an author in story


5. August 4, 1900- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.

6. National Kool-Aid Day: Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
Beach Read by Emily Henry, read 0/01, 3 stars

7. National Roller Coaster Day: Read a book set in New York or on an Island

8. National Mountain Climbing Day Read a book with an athletic character


9. National Middle Child's Day Read a book in the middle of a series.

10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice
The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins, read 08/20, 2 stars

Welcome all, so far!! Hope this month is fun

DONE! 16/10

💋1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
📖 Love in the Time of Serial Killers - Alicia Thompson
8/21/22✔
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💋2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
📖 In Bed with the Devil - Lorraine Heath
✔ 8/3/22
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💋3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
📖 Between the Devil and Desire - Lorraine Heath
✔ 8/4/22
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📖 Midnight Pleasures with a Scoundrel - Loraine Heath
✔ 8/6/22
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📖 The Last Wicked Scoundrel - Loraine Heath
✔ 8/7/22
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💋4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
📖 The Dead Romantics - Ashley Poston
8/18/22✔
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💋5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
📖 Royal Valentine - Jenn McKinlay
✔ 8/1/22
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📖 Cinder Nanny - Sariah Wilson
8/11/22✔
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💋6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
📖 The Lemon Sisters - Jill Shalvis
8/20/22✔
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💋7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
📖 Love Like This - Sophie Love
8/19/22✔
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💋8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
📖 The Climb - Daya Daniels
8/7/22✔
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📖 Make Me Wilder - Serena Bell
8/9/22 ✔
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💋9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
📖 Surrender to the Devil - Lorraine Heath
8/5/22✔
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📖 Neanderthal Seeks Human - Penny Reid
8/15/22✔
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💋10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
📖 Fix Her Up - Tessa Bailey
8/20/22✔
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📖 Funny Feelings - Tarah Dewitt
8/22/22✔
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Last month i found that the website https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/b...
really helped find the books to help meet each prompt, plus extra goodies! Hope it helps others

2022 August Monthly Challenge
6/10


1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August.
To Catch a Raven


2. Baby Names! - Read a book that includes a character or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names: Audrey (Noble Strength)
Magic in the Moonlight


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath - Read one book that has an evil character in story.
Tattered Loyalties


4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key- Read a book with a 3 in page count. (384)
Storm Echo


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

6. National Kool-Aid Day . Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story, a flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.

7. National Roller Coaster Day - Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story.
Plot Twist


8. National Mountain Climbing Day - Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains.
Along for the Ride

9. National Middle Child's Day - Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.

10. Reader’s Choice - Read any book of your Choice.
The Last Sad Love Song

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Natalie wrote: "Last month i found that the website https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/b...
really helped find the books to help meet each prompt, plus extra goodies! Hope it helps others"

thank you Natalie for the information and welcome all and thank you for doing this month with me. I hope you all enjoy the challenge

1. August Birthday- Quiddith Through the Ages by J.K. Rowling, Green Cover
2. Baby Names- Falling By T.J. Newman, Colorful/rainbowy cover
3. FAC- Unraveling Oliver by Liz Nugent, Evil character
4. Lawyer/Author- See Me by Nicholas Sparks, Lawyer character
5. Queen's birthday- Little Cruelties by Liz Nugent, domineering & manipulative mother in the book
6. Kool aid- The Cursed Child by J.K. Rowling, Yellow and Brown on the cover
7. Rollercoaster day- The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas, New York is one of the main settings
8. Mountains- One by One by Ruth Ware, mountains on cover and set in the French Alps
9. Middle Child- The Score by Elle Kennedy, in the middle of a series
10. Free choice- Missing Years by Lexie Elliott

Complete! 10/10

1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book with green on the cover.

A Cursed Kiss Aug 20 🐺🐺🐺 🐺

2. Iris- colorful cover - Twisted Games Aug 4🐺🐺🐺

3. FAC- Second book in a series Moonglow Aug 2 🐺🐺🐺🐺

4. Read a book with 6 or 3 in page count The Cheat Sheet 🐺🐺🐺 🐺

5. Royalty in the story- A Cursed HeartAug 21 🐺🐺🐺

6. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
It Happened One Summer 🐺🐺🐺 🐺 🐺

7. Book set in New York- Dark Deception 🐺🐺🐺 🐺 .5

8. With mountains on the cover or set in the mountains: A Duel With The Vampire Lord 🐺🐺🐺 🐺.5

9. Read a book in the middle of a series. WinterblazeAug 2 🐺🐺🐺 🐺

10. Reader’s Choice. The Deal Aug 16 🐺🐺🐺 🐺

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August Monthly Challenge

✅ 1. Read book published in August, or green on cover- My Not So Perfect Life
✅ 2. Read book with character representing Lion- Bittersweet Love
✅ 3. Read a book with a famous parent- The Tyrant Alpha's Rejected Mate
✅ 4. Read a book with 8 in page count - Prince Charming
✅ 5. Read a book with mother in the story- The Blood Witch
✅ 6. Read a book with purple and brown on cover- The Last Eligible Billionaire
✅ 7. Read a book set in New York- Times Square
✅ 8. Read a book set in the mountains- Ideal Image
✅ 9. Read a book with introverted, quieter, bit loner character- The Bone Witch
✅ 10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice- Thieves

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August Monthly Challenge
August 2022

My Monthly Challenge (msg 32)

Books Read ➺ 10



✅1. Happy August Birthday!
🔹Read a book published in August
🔹Born to Bite ➺ 08.24 ★★★★

✅2. Baby Names!
🔹This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength)
🔹January ➺ 08.02 ★★★

✅3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath
🔹Read a book set in Texas
🔹The Trouble with Texas Cowboys ➺ 08.29 ★★★

✅4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem
🔹Read a book with an Lawyer in story
🔹Cowboy ➺ 08.12 ★★★★

✅5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England
🔹Read a book set in England
🔹The Lady Most Likely... ➺ 08.03 ★★★★

✅6. National Kool-Aid Day: second Friday in August
🔹Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover
🔹Trust in Me ➺ 08.07 ★★★

✅7. National Roller Coaster Day: August 16
🔹Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story
🔹Fortune ➺ 08.16 ★★★★

✅8. National Mountain Climbing Day: August 1
🔹Read a book set in the mountains
🔹White Heat ➺ 08.06 ★★★★

✅9. National Middle Child's Day: second Saturday in August
🔹Read a book in the middle of a series
🔹Duncan ➺ 08.20 ★★★★

✅10. Reader’s Choice
🔹Read any book of your Choice
🔹Ain't He Precious? ➺ 08.18 ★★★★

I'm in for just 3 this month.

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2022 August Monthly Challenge
1 August to 31 August, 2022

0/10 Read

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2022 August Monthly Challenge
Read: 3/10

✔️1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
🍹The Lord of Stariel by A.J. Lancaster▪️8/11/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: You may also read a book set in Texas.
🍹Undeniably Yours by Becky Wade

✔️4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem: Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story.
🏝Jane by the Book by Pepper D. Basham▪️8/2/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
🍹The Jewels of Halstead Manor by Kasey Stockton

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

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

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

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

✔️10. Reader’s Choice. Read any book of your Choice.
🏝The Chance by Robyn Carr▪️8/9/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️

August 7/10

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I'm in!

10/10

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative!
☀️This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).
Stalking Colton's Family - Geri Krotow (HRS #2179 - May 2022) (Iris) - Aug 2

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

Fun Facts about Lorraine Heath:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I'm in but I don't know how this will turn out. Could be another zero for zero month but we'll see.

1. August: Love on the Brain
Heartbreaker


2. Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania).

3. Lorraine Heath: Beyond Scandal and Desire


4. Lawyer: Overruled


5. Royal: Command Me
American Royals


6. Six or Flavor

7. Fair/Carnaval Kiss an Angel
Caraval


8. Mountain/Athlete
Carrie Soto Is Back


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

August Monthly Challenge
August 1 - August 31, 2022
Progress 0/10

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

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names: Audrey, Iris, Leo, or Luke.

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

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key - Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.

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

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

7. National Roller Coaster Day - Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.

8. National Mountain Climbing Day - Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.

9. National Middle Child's Day - Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.

10. Reader’s Choice

2022 August Monthly Challenge

Finished 8/10


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

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

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

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

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

6. National Kool-Aid Day -

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

8. National Mountain Climbing Day -

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

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

2022 August Monthly Challenge
1 August to 31 August, 2022

3/10 Read

1. Happy August Birthday! - The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams

2. Baby Names! Magic Bleeds by Ilona Andrews

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Falling Into Bed with a Duke by Lorraine Heath

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key Overruled by Emma Chase

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Royal Bastard by Avery Flynn (21/8/2022) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

6. National Kool-Aid Day: Crushing on My Billionaire Best Friend by Jolie Day (14/8/2022) ⭐️⭐️⭐️

7. National Roller Coaster Day: Shacking Up by Helena Hunting

8. National Mountain Climbing Day Looking to Score by Carrie Gray (26/8/2022) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

9. National Middle Child's Day Death of Darkness by Dianne Duvall

10. Reader’s Choice Blame It on the Tequila by Fiona Cole

Romance Readers Reading Challenges
2022 August Monthly Challenge
Duration: 8/1/2022 - 8/31/2022

Progress: 10 out of 10

1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot:
The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women by Kate Moore - ***** - 8/19/2022 - 479 Pages

2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) or is written by an author with one of the following popular baby names, or any variation or nickname of one of them (example using Robert: Robert, Rob, Bob, Roberta, Bobbie, Robertson, etc). Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses). Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative!
This month's names: Audrey (Noble Strength), Iris (Colorful, Rainbow), Leo (Lion), Luke (Person from Lucania):
A Queer and Pleasant Danger: The True Story of a Nice Jewish Boy Who Joins the Church of Scientology and Leaves Twelve Years Later to Become the Lovely Lady She is Today by Kate Bornstein - **** - 8/26/2022 - 258 Pages - Grew up wanting to be Audrey Hepburn

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book written by Lorraine Heath, or any author with her first or last name.
Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath - ***** - 8/14/2022 - 384 Pages

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key, author of the national anthem-was an American lawyer and author; Died at the age of 63 in Maryland, US
- Read a book with a Lawyer or Author in story or 6 or 3 in page count or set in Maryland.
Irish Thoroughbred by Nora Roberts - *** - 8/4/2022 - 208 Pages - Set in Maryland

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England
- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
When Life Gives You Lululemons by Lauren Weisberger - ***** - 8/10/2022 - 343 Pages - Mother in the story

6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. There were six original flavors: cherry, grape, lemon, orange, root beer and raspberry.
- Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler - **** - 8/5/2022 - 224 Pages - Published in 1996

7. National Roller Coaster Day:
This holiday is always celebrated on August 16. On June 16, 1884, Coney Island, NY opened one of America's first roller coasters. Read a book with a fair, or a carnival in the story. Set in New York or on an Island.
Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns by Lauren Weisberger - **** - 8/8/2022 - 400 Pages - Set in New York

8. National Mountain Climbing Day
This holiday is always observed on August 1. Everyone should climb a mountain at least once in their lives. Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character:
Kirk and Anne: Letters of Love, Laughter, and a Lifetime in Hollywood by Kirk Douglas - **** - 8/15/2022 - 240 Pages - Athletic Character

9. National Middle Child's Day
This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August. The middle Child tends to be more introverted, quieter, perhaps a bit of a loner. Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child (your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
Irish Rose by Nora Roberts - *** - 8/4/2022 - 250 Pages - Middle Book in Trilogy

10. Reader’s Choice.
- Read any book of your Choice
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry - ***** - 8/1/2022 - 85 Pages

1. August birthday- green cover- Quidditch Through the Ages by J.K. Rowling
2. Baby names- colorful cover- Falling by T.J. Newman
3. Evil character- Unraveling Oliver by Liz Nugent
4. Character is a lawyer- See Me by Nicholas Sparks
5. Queen birthday- mother in story- Little Cruelties by Liz Nugent- finished 8/6
6. Kool aid month- brown and yellow on cover- Cursed Child by J.K. Rowling
7. Rollercoaster day- Set in New York- Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas
8. Mountain climbing day- Mountains on Cover- One by One by Ruth Ware
9. Middle child day- book in middle of series- The Score by Elle Kennedy
10. Free Pick- Missing Years by Lexie Elliott

Completed on message #6

thank you for interesting facts and categories..!!

2022 August Monthly Challenge
5/5 ROMANCE

1. Happy August Birthday!

2. Baby Names!

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

You may also read a book set in Texas or by a author from Texas. You may also read a book who has a famous parent, who has an evil character in story (your interpretation), a second book in a series, or a young adult romance.
Midnight Dunes by Laura Griffin 6 August; 5☆


4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key.

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England- Read a book set in England, with Royalty in story, or with a mother in the story.
Tutta colpa del gatto (=The Start of Something) by Miranda Dickinson 15 August; 4☆


6. National Kool-Aid Day: This holiday is observed on the second Friday in August. Read a book with 1 of these flavors in story (word hunt). A Flavor in the title. With number 6 in publication date. Read a book with any 2 of the associated colors (red, purple, yellow, orange, brown) on the cover.
orange and brown- Jayme's Journey by Laura Scott 12 August; 5☆


7. National Roller Coaster Day: This holiday is always celebrated on August 16.

8. National Mountain Climbing Day: This holiday is always observed on August 1.
Read a book with a mountain on the cover or set in the mountains. Read a book with an athletic character.
Stranded in the Mountains by Geri Krotow 3 August; 4 1/2☆


9. National Middle Child's Day: This holiday is always held on the second Saturday in August.
Read a book with a character who is the middle child, or a trait of a middle child(your interpretation). Read a book in the middle of a series.
male Mc is a loner- Trent's Trust by Laura Scott 9 August; 4 1/2☆


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

finished on post #17

My books all fell into place this month!

2022 August Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 8/1/22 to 8/31/22
10/10

1. Happy August Birthday! - With green on the cover - A Stardance Summer by Emily March - 8/3/22 ♥♥♥♥

Green grass

2. Baby Names! Character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning: Leo (Lion) - The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis - 8/9/22 ♥♥♥♥

Aslan the Lion is an important part of the entire series of Narnia and he has a large role in this book.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath - Second book in a series - A Killing Sky by Andy Straka - 8/11/22 ♥♥♥♥

#2 Frank Pavlicek Mysteries

4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key - With a 6 or 3 in page count - Death Before Decaf by Caroline Fardig - 8/4/22 ♥♥♥

296 pgs

5. August 4, 1900-Birthday of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother of England - Mother in the story - The Forbidden by Beverly Lewis - 8/14/22 ♥♥♥♥

Nellie’s mother is an important part of the story since this Amish family is very close.

6. National Kool-Aid Day - With number 6 in publication date - Rapture in Death by J.D. Robb - 8/8/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

Pub 10/28/96

7. National Roller Coaster Day - Set in New York - Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder - 8/6/22 ♥♥♥


8. National Mountain Climbing Day – Set in the mountains - The First Kiss of Spring by Emily March - 8/12/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

Set in Colorado, in a mountain town.

9. National Middle Child's Day - Middle of a series - Maybe This Time by Nicole McLaughlin - 8/7/22 ♥♥♥

#2 in the 3-part Whisky and Weddings series

10. Reader’s Choice - Any book - Six by Opal Carew - 8/15/22 ♥♥♥♥


******CHALLENGE COMPLETE 8/15/22*****

Completed!

2022 August Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August

Until We're More by Cindi Madsen - 04/*08/2022

✔️2. Baby Names! Read a book that includes a character that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses): Audrey (Noble Strength)

The Warrior King by Abigail Owen - 05/08/2022

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) - Lorraine Heath: Read one book who has an evil character in story (your interpretation)

The Cursed King by Abigail Owen - 06/08/2022

✔️4. August 1, 1779-Birthday of Francis Scott Key - Read a book with a 6 or 3 in page count (324 pgs)

Tiger's Daughter by Jennifer Ashley - 02/08/2022

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

Dark Witch by Nora Roberts - 07/08/2022

✔️6. National Kool-Aid Day: Read a book with number 6 in publication date. (Sept 6, 2017)

His Virgin Bride by Grace Goodwin - 04/08/2022

✔️7. National Roller Coaster Day: Read a book set in New York.

Archangel's Consort by Nalini Singh - 18/08/2022

✔️8. National Mountain Climbing Day: Read a book with an athletic character.

The Rebel by Kendall Ryan - 14/08/2022

✔️9. National Middle Child's Day: Read a book in the middle of a series.

Spirit Bear by Bianca D'Arc - 01/08/2022

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

Until You're Mine by Cindi Madsen - 03/08/2022