Romance Readers Reading Challenges discussion

Welcome to the December Monthly Book Challenge!


❄️ 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).
❄️ You may update your original challenge as you go or repost upon completion if you choose.

Feel free to ask if you need help with any of the challenges. Happy reading!

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

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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

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

Fun Facts about Alice Winters:
* She is known for writing LQBTQ+ romances
* Alice enjoys horseback riding
* Her writing also is known for its comedy and action
* One of her most popular series is called “Vampire Related Crimes”

You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the North Pole is at its furthest point from the sun, and the length of day in the Northern Hemisphere can range (depending on location) between 9.5 hours to never seeing the sun at all. The ancient celebration of Yule is also celebrated on this day, with traditions such as bonfires, decorating, feasts, and gift-giving.
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.

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



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1. Happy December Birthday!:
2. Baby Names!:
3. FAC – Alice Winters:
4. National Bartender Day:
5. International Ninja Day:
6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day:
7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day:
8. Winter Solstice & Yule:
9. Write a Friend Month:
10. Reader's Choice:

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Here’s mine!

Completed: 9/5

1. Happy December Birthday!: A Crown of Cruel Lies ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (12/26)
2. Baby Names!:
3. FAC – Alice Winters: Elves with Benefits ⭐⭐⭐ (12/19)
4. National Bartender Day: Hades ⭐⭐⭐ (12/17)
5. International Ninja Day: Striker ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (12/27)
6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day: P.S. I Love You ⭐⭐⭐ (12/4)
7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: When She's Merry ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (12/8)
8. Winter Solstice & Yule: Mistletoe Mayhem ⭐⭐⭐ (12/7)
9. Write a Friend Month: Happily Letter After ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (12/15)
10. Reader's Choice: Angel of the Garbage Dump: How Hanley Denning Changed the World, One Child at a Time ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (12/14)

Compleated 2/10

1. Happy December Birthday!: Plan on reading If This Gets Out
2. Baby Names!:
3. FAC – Alice Winters: Plan on reading How to Vex a Vampire
4. National Bartender Day (Dec 2): The Good Guy📖 12/21/22⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
5. International Ninja Day (Dec 5):
6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day (Dec 8): Stopped Reading, DNF Pride and Prejudice 📖
7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day (Dec 16):
8. Winter Solstice & Yule (Dec 21): Battle of the Labyrinth📖 12/30/22⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
9. Write a Friend Month:
10. Reader's Choice: Stopped Reading, DNF, but will finish (though may change book format) The Burning Maze 🎧

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I'm in for 5!

Read: 0 of 5
❄️1. Happy December Birthday!: The Boss Who Stole Christmas (blue/turquoise cover)
❄️2. Baby Names!: The Poppy Wife (MC is Clara)
❄️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: Kitty Goes to Washington (vampire in book)
❄️4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: All the Feels (bar fight scene)
❄️5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Firestorm (weapons/dark cover)
❄️6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: The Duke Alone (set in the past)
❄️7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: How to Ruin the Holidays (clothing on cover)
❄️8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: Goldilocks and the Grumpy Bear (winter setting)
❄️9. Write a Friend Month: Always, in December (letter writing!)
❄️10. Reader's Choice: Rebel Without A Claus or Which Witch is Wild?

Books:

2022 December Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

1. Happy December Birthday!:
Read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
The Secret She Kept-Elle Gray 12/17/22

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.
This month's names:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)
(Daniel Burnett)
Rage-Debra Webb 12/02/22

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters:
Read a novella.
One Empire Night-One Empire Night 12/05/22

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover.
Rusty Nail-J.A. Konrath 12/01/22

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types.
The Hunted One-Brittney Sahin 12/11/22

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels.
Time & Again: Time Travel Story-Stella May 12/12/22

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story.
Puck Me Secretly-Odette Stone 12/10/22

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover.
How the Grump Saved Christmas-Claire Kingsley 12/05/22

9. Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book that includes a close group of family or friends.
White Knuckles-Autumn Jones Lake 12/01/22

10. Reader's Choice:
❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Storm's Fury-Mary Stone 12/02/22

🎅🏻❄️🎄2022 December Monthly Challenge🎄❄️🎅🏻




10/10 Completed



01. Happy December Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in December, or read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
Wolf Unleashed by Paige Tyler 12/05/22
02. Baby Names!: 👶🏻Read a book that includes a character 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. Some of the meanings are pretty obscure, so feel free to be creative! This month's names: (Daisy), (Daniel), (Clara) and (Cole).
The Night Before Christmas by Mary McNear 12/08/22
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Alice Winters: 👩🏻‍💻Read one book written by Alice Winters, or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).
The Highlander Takes a Bride by Lynsay Sands 12/14/22
04. National Bartender Day (December 2): 🍻Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.
The One Real Thing by Samantha Young 12/12/22
05. International Ninja Day (December 5): 🥋Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.
Wolf Hunt by Paige Tyler 12/10/22
06. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day (December 8): ⏳Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.
Stars in Your Eyes by Lynn Kurland 12/28/22
07. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day (December 16): 🎄Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.
Someone to Honor by Mary Balogh 12/22/22
08. Winter Solstice and Yule (December 21): ❄️Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).
Their Christmas Baby Contract by Shannon Stacey 12/26/22
09. Write a Friend Month: 💌Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.
Christmas Wishlist by Karen Toller Whittenburg 12/30/22
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice.
The Bounty by Janet Evanovich 12/03/22

2022 December Monthly Challenge

5/5 ROMANCE

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

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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)
Daisy is the future sister-in-law of female MC- Say No More by Karen Rose 8 December; 5☆


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters:
Read one book written by Alice Winters, or any author with her first or last name. Link to Alice Winter's backlist: Alice Winters.
You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.
scene in a bar- Bitter Autumn by Lyn Cote 3 December; 4 1/2☆


5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.
female MC is hunted by assassins- Ready to Protect by Valerie Hansen 10 December; 4 1/2☆


6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).
The Twelve Dogs of Christmas by Lizzie Shane 17 December; 4☆


9. Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.

10. Reader's Choice:
❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Hiding in Montana by Laura Scott 13 December; 4☆

2022 December Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 12/1/22 to 12/31/22
8/10

1. Happy December Birthday! - With blue or green on the cover - Christmas at the Cupcake Café by Jenny Colgan - 12/18/22 ♥♥♥♥


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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters - Character rides a horse in it - Love's Enduring Promise by Janette Oke - 12/13/22 ♥♥♥♥
Love's Enduring Promise
P. 59 – “Tom left the yard on a galloping horse, and Ma and Jason left at a not much slower pace in his wagon.”

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2 - Has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served - A Fool's Gold Christmas by Susan Mallery - 12/15/22 ♥♥♥♥

P. 58 - ”Evie wasn’t sure about brunch at a bar, but she showed up right on time anyway.”

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8 - Set in either the future or the past - Holiday in Death by J.D. Robb - 12/6/22 ♥♥♥♥♥

Set in the future

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16 - Someone buys or donates clothing – Springtime at Hope Cottage by Annie Rains - 12/8/22 ♥♥♥♥

Tuck donates his wife’s clothing after her death.

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21 - Gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated - The Trouble with Mistletoe by Jill Shalvis - 12/11/22 ♥♥♥♥

Christmas

9. Write a Friend Month - Includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond - Into the Mist by Maya Banks - 12/3/22 ♥♥♥♥

The Falcon Mercenary Group is made up of friends, but they consider themselves family.

10. Reader's Choice - Any book - Weekend Fling by Stacey Lynn - 12/16/22 ♥♥♥♥

🎄❤️🎁🥅🏒💃🌺🎄🧤❤️ 🎁☃️ 🎄 🌺🍷🍒❤️🎄🥁🎼🎁📕🍒❤️🍷🎼🎁📕🍒🍷❤️🎄🥁

December Monthly Challenge

🎁 1. Read a book with blue or green on the cover- Window Shopping
🎁 2. Read book with "Only God Is My Judge"- A RomaJuliette Christmas Special
🎁 3. Read a comedy- Santa's Little Helper
🎁 4. Book with alcohol, drinker - A Christmas Wish
🎁 5. Read a book with black on the cover - Just What I Needed
🎁 6. Read a SF book - Shadow of St. Nick: A Krampus Fairy Tale Romance
🎁 7. Book cover that is red/brightly colored- A Holiday Set-Up
🎁 8. Winter, gift-giving holiday- A Shifter for Christmas
🎁 9. Book where someone writes a letter- Once Upon a Midnight Kiss: A Regency Historical Romance Holiday Novella
🎁 10. Read any book of your choice- How the Dukes Stole Christmas



🎄❤️🎁🥅🏒💃🌺🎄🧤❤️ 🎁☃️ 🎄 🌺🍷🍒❤️🎄🥁🎼🎁📕🍒❤️🍷🎼🎁📕🍒🍷❤️🎄🥁

I'm in!

...10/10 Completed December 31

1. Happy December Birthday!: Blue on cover: The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf December 12, 4 stars

2. Baby Names!: Scowler by Daniel Kraus December 30, 2 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: Hidden in Darkness by Alice Winters December 3, 4 stars

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: ❄️ Sweet Little Lies by Jill Shalvis December 23, 5 stars

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: ❄️ Casino Royale by Ian Fleming December 29, 4 stars

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: ❄️ Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel December 15, 4 stars

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: ❄️ Murder in the Mystery Suite by Ellery Adams December 20, 4 stars

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: ❄️ Once Upon a Winter's Eve by Tessa Dare December 4, 4 stars

9. Write a Friend Month: ❄️ P.S. I Like You by Kasie West December 29, 3 stars

10. Reader's Choice: ❄️Renegade Heart by Madeline Baker December 31, 4 stars

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December Monthly Challenge

10/10 completed

1. Published in December: Snowflakes for an Earl Sandra Sookoo 3.5☆ 2/12/22
2. Name: (Daisy) Saving Wes Cynthia Dees 4☆ 7/12/22
3. Character rides a horse: Amazed by You Cheyenne McCray 5☆ 4/12/22
4. Bar: Held by You Cheyenne McCray 5☆ 1/12/22
5. Black on cover: Cocky Duke Annabelle Anders 5☆ 12/12/22
6. Clock: A Wallflower Under the Mistletoe Dawn Brower 4☆ 8/12/22
7. Red cover: Loved and Found Christie Caldwell 5☆ 8/12/22
8. Wintry scene: All I Want for Christmas Chasity Bowlin 5☆ 3/12/22
9. Write a friend month: Letters to My Husband Twanita Lassiter 2☆ 1/12/22
10. Reader's Choice: The Widow Carole Mortimer 5☆ 5/12/22

December Monthly Challenge 🌲🌲⛄⛄🎅🎅📚📚📙📙📖

Completed 3/10

1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book with blue on the cover -
Holiday Lights - Debbie Macomber

2. Baby Names!:
This month's names:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious) - Mistletoe Magic - Fern Michaels (Mister Christmas - Claire)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

✔3. Read a book where a character rides a horse in it -
To Trust a Colton - Dana Nussio - 12/4

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
Read a book that has a scene in or at any event where alcohol might be served.
Seven Days of Us - Francesca Hornak (entire family coming together after many years apart - some where there must be alcohol ??)

✔️5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
Read a book with the color black on the cover
Oliver Twist - Charles Dickens

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past.
The After Life of Holly Chase - Cynthia Hand

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
Read a book with someone wearing a sweater on the cover
Holiday Swap- Maggie Knox

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
Read a book with a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated.
Christmas Comes to Cedar Cove - Debbie Macomber (two christmas stories)

9. Read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.
Glad Tidings - Debbie Macomber (Presents wrapped in paper and gift cards on presents - someone wrote the to and from).

✔10. Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Their Texas Christmas Match - Cathy Gillen Thacker - 12/4

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December 2022 Monthly Challenge

10/10 done

1. Happy December Birthday!: green cover Donna Andrews 12/1

2. Baby Names!:* Daisy (Daisy Flower) Emmy Ellis 12/14

3. LGBTQ+ book His Christmas Guardian Cindy Dees 12/7
4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ has a scene in a bar Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea J.L. Murray 12/10
5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️black on the cover M.D. Archer 12/13

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ set in the past. A Holiday by Gaslight Mimi Matthews 12/13
7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ cover is red J. Lee Mitchell 12/9

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ occurs during winter AND character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal The Christmas Murder Game Alexandra Benedict 12/8
9.❄️ close group of family or friends AND characters become friends or form a special bond Dreaming of a White Wolf Christmas Terry Spear 12/12
10. Reader's Choice: Coral Holiday Jan Moran 1211

2022 December Monthly Challenge

Read10 books DONE!

1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
Death by Puffin: A Bachelorette Party Murder in Reykjavik (Travel Can Be Murder #9) by Jennifer S. Alderson 12/3/22 4stars (both blue and green)

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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)
Dorothy: An Amish of Morrissey County Christmas Romance (The Amish of Morrissey County) by Sylvia Price 12/1/22 4stars (Clara - Fredrick's sister)

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

Fun Facts about Alice Winters:
* She is known for writing LQBTQ+ romances
* Alice enjoys horseback riding
* Her writing also is known for its comedy and action
* One of her most popular series is called “Vampire Related Crimes”

You may also read a book categorized on Goodreads as action;
The Way of the Brave (Global Search and Rescue #1) by Susan May Warren 12/17/22 4stars (action; action-adventure)

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.
A Very Naughty Christmas: An Age Gap Holiday Romance Collection by Sofia T Summers 12/5/22 4stars (gala in NYC that Jasper and Grace attend; nonprofit party hosted by Felix that Hope and the others attend)

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is an assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover,
Mafiosa Princess- Omerta: A Mafia Romance (Mafiosa Princess#5)
by Liza Malloy 12/3/22 4stars (someone from another crime family is assassinated; lots of weapons throughout; black on cover)

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.
A Sweet Lowcountry Proposal (Brides of Lowcountry #2) by Preslaysa Williams 12/25/22 4stars (ancestors play a role in the story since a museum is front and center; also Marcus and Jazz think a lot of what's happened to them in the past and how it's affected them)

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.
The Case of the Parrot Loving Professor (Buttercup Bend Mysteries #2) by Debbie De Louise 12/13/22 4stars (dress up for church contest with 70's theme; Cathy and Nancy have to buy 70's outfits at a thrift store.

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the North Pole is at its furthest point from the sun, and the length of day in the Northern Hemisphere can range (depending on location) between 9.5 hours to never seeing the sun at all. The ancient celebration of Yule is also celebrated on this day, with traditions such as bonfires, decorating, feasts, and gift-giving.
❄️ Read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).
The Christmas Spirit by Debbie Macomber 12/15/22 4stars (cover wintry/night; Pete hosts a Christmas party with food/drink for customers and friends of the bar)

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond.
A Quilt for Christmas by Melody Carlson 12/11/22 4.5stars (Vera and her quilting club form a bond and she forms one with her neighbor's family when they are down on their luck and need help)

10. Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice.
The Wedding Ranch by Nancy Naigle 12/17/22 4.5stars

In for 10! 📚

10/10 COMPLETE!

✔ Happy December Birthday!: Read a book published in December, or read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
The Stranger Diaries, Elly Griffiths (blue-green cover)

✔ Baby Names!: Alternately, you may choose a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses).
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
The Witch of Blackbird Pond, Elizabeth George Speare

✔ Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: Read one book written by Alice Winters,
You may also read any LGBTQ+ book
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, Becky Albertalli

✔ National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover.
A Hard Day for a Hangover, Darynda Jones

✔ International Ninja Day –
❄️ Read a book with a character who is an assassin
Spotless, Camilla Monk

✔ Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book that is set in the past.
The Right Sort of Man, Allison Montclair

✔ National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book with a cover that is red or green
Happy Endings at Mermaids Point, Sarah Bennett

✔ Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter
The Winter Duke, Jillian Eaton

✔ Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story.
Happily Letter After, Vi Keeland

✔ Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice.
When She's Merry, Ruby Dixon

Happy December!
~ 10 / 10 Complete ~

1. Happy December Birthday!
Maid-sama! (2-in-1 Edition), Vol. 2: Includes Vols. 3 4 12/18

2. Baby Names!:
Poster Girl 12/5

3. FAC – Alice Winters:
The Worst Woman in London 12/9

4. National Bartender Day:
Viviana Valentine Goes Up River 12/16

5. International Ninja Day:
Maid-sama! (2-in-1 Edition), Vol. 7: Includes Vols. 13 14 12/18

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day:
The Matrimonial Advertisement 12/13

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day:
Graceling 12/10

8. Winter Solstice & Yule:
A Holiday by Gaslight 12/12

9. Write a Friend Month:
The Lost Letter 12/11

10. Reader's Choice:
Two Wrongs Make a Right 12/11

0/10 completed

1. Happy December Birthday!: Layla by Colleen Hoover

2. Baby Names!: Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

3. Alice Winters: Happy Endings by Alice Winters

4. National Bartender Day: Clanlands by Sam Heughan & Graham McTavish

5. International Ninja Day: The Secret Garden of Yanagi Inn by Amber Logan

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day: Hunt the Stars or Hench

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day: If the Shoe Fits by Julie Murphy

8. Winter Solstice & Yule: Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison

9. Write a Friend: The Roughest Draft by Austin Siegemund-Broka

10. Reader's Choice: TBD

10/10

December Monthly Challenge

1. Happy December Birthday!:
❄️ Read a book published in December, or read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
Starlight and the Christmas Dare - Michelle Major (HSE #2948 - Dec 2022) - Dec 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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)
Most Eligible Cowboy - Stacey Kennedy (HD #2912 - Dec 2022) (Daniel) - Dec 8

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters:
❄️ Read one book written by Alice Winters, or any author with her first or last name. Link to Alice Winter's backlist: Alice Winters.

Fun Facts about Alice Winters:
* She is known for writing LQBTQ+ romances
* Alice enjoys horseback riding
* Her writing also is known for its comedy and action
* One of her most popular series is called “Vampire Related Crimes”

❄️ You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).
Ambush at Heartbreak Ridge - Colleen Thompson (HRS #2193 - Aug 2022) (horse) - Dec 4

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, nightclub, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.
Wyoming Christmas Stalker - Juno Rushdan (HI #2113 - Dec 2022) (bar/bartender) - Dec 1

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.
Vanessa's Guardian - Josie Jade, Regan Black (Calamitte Jane Pub - Jan 2023) (weapon on cover) - Dec 30

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.
A Match to Fool Society - Laura Martin (HH #1697 - Jan 2023) - Dec 27

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.
Chasing Christmas Eve - Jill Shalvis (Avon - Oct 2017) (ugly sweater) - Dec 27

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the North Pole is at its furthest point from the sun, and the length of day in the Northern Hemisphere can range (depending on location) between 9.5 hours to never seeing the sun at all. The ancient celebration of Yule is also celebrated on this day, with traditions such as bonfires, decorating, feasts, and gift-giving.
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).
Lost in Little Havana - Caridad Pineiro (HI #2112 - Dec 2022) (nighttime) - Dec 6

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.
The Duke's Protector - C.H. Admirand (Dragonblade Pub - Dec 2022) (close family) - Dec 14

10. Reader's Choice:
❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Resisting the Single Dad Next Door - Louisa George (HMED #1289 - Dec 2022) - Dec 3

December Monthly Challenge

READ: 10/10

✔️1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book published in December, or read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
Their Christmas Miracle - Lynne Marshall 12/16


✔️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. 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: Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
Son of Thunder - S.C. Mitchell 12/21
(entire book revolves around the Nordic god - Thor)

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it.
Sisters of Sword and Song - Rebecca Ross (Evadne and Halcyon) 12/22

✔️4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.
Wild Irish Rebel - Tricia O'Malley 12/10

✔️5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.
The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea - Axie Oh 12/3

✔️6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.
Tinker - Wen Spencer 12/23

✔️7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.
Reindeer Runes - Danielle Garrett 12/18
(MC buys an evening gown for a dance)

✔️8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).
Alaskan Holiday - Debbie Macomber (Christmas) 12/3

✔️9. Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.
Circus of the Dead, Book One - Kimberly Loth 12/10
(MC writes numerous letters to her sister during the book)

✔️10. Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Glimmerglass - Marly Youmans 12/5

CHALLENGE COMPLETE

Compleated 0/10

1. Happy December Birthday!: Plans to read Seige and Storm
2. Baby Names!:
3. FAC – Alice Winters:
4. National Bartender Day:
5. International Ninja Day: Plans to read The Perfect child
6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day:
7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day:
8. Winter Solstice & Yule: Plans to read The Lost Apothecary
9. Write a Friend Month: Plans to read Love and other Words
10. Reader's Choice: Plans to read Bunny/ Layla

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

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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

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

Fun Facts about Alice Winters:
* She is known for writing LQBTQ+ romances
* Alice enjoys horseback riding
* Her writing also is known for its comedy and action
* One of her most popular series is called “Vampire Related Crimes”

You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the North Pole is at its furthest point from the sun, and the length of day in the Northern Hemisphere can range (depending on location) between 9.5 hours to never seeing the sun at all. The ancient celebration of Yule is also celebrated on this day, with traditions such as bonfires, decorating, feasts, and gift-giving.
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.

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

2022 December Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book published in December (20-12-2016)
The Trouble with Dukes by Grace Burrowes - 05/12/2022

✔️2. Baby Names!: Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) with one of the following popular baby names
* Daniel
The Brazen Bride by Stephanie Laurens - 02/12/2022

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: Read one book written any author with her first or last name.

Nuts by Alice Clayton - 12/12/2022

✔️4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book in which a character is a bartender
Dirty Tricks by Emma Hart

✔️5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types.
The Reckless Bride by Stephanie Laurens - 03/12/2022

✔️6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.
Devoured by Evangeline Anderson - 02/12/2022

✔️7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly
Cursed by Evangeline Anderson - 05/12/2022

✔️8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter
The Elusive Bride by Stephanie Laurens - 01/12/2022

✔️9. Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book that includes a close group of family
Dirty Secret by Emma Hart - 06/12/2022

✔️10. Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Enhanced by Evangeline Anderson - 04/12/2022

2022 December Monthly Challenge

Completed: 8/10

1. Happy December Birthday!:
Read a book published in December, or read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.: The Family Remains by Lisa Jewell 12/1/22


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.
This month's names:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters:
Read one book written by Alice Winters, or any author with her first or last name. Link to Alice Winter's backlist: Alice Winters.
You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).: A Christmas Journey by Anne Perry 12/6/22


4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.: For the Love of Beard by Lani Lynn Vale 12/1/22


5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.: Panic by Lauren Oliver 12/6/22


6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.: by Melanie Benjamin 12/28/22

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).: by Debbie Macomber 12/9/22

9. Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.: The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams 12/3/22


10. Reader's Choice:
❄️ Read any book of your choice.: Alaskan Holiday 12/14/22

2022 December Monthly Challenge

1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book published in December, or read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
12/19

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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

by Cole McCade 12/25

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

Fun Facts about Alice Winters:
* She is known for writing LQBTQ+ romances
* Alice enjoys horseback riding
* Her writing also is known for its comedy and action
* One of her most popular series is called “Vampire Related Crimes”

You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).
(vampire) 12/13

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.

12/22

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.

12/13

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.

12/17

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.

12/1

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the North Pole is at its furthest point from the sun, and the length of day in the Northern Hemisphere can range (depending on location) between 9.5 hours to never seeing the sun at all. The ancient celebration of Yule is also celebrated on this day, with traditions such as bonfires, decorating, feasts, and gift-giving.
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).

12/11

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.

12/10

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

12/15

2022 December Monthly Challenge
Read: 5/10

✔️1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
🧣Baked Fresh by Annabeth Albert▪️12/4/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️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.
This month's names:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)
❄️A Fatal Grace by Louise Penny (Clara Morrow)▪️12/2/20222▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: Read one book written by Alice Winters, or any author with her first or last name.
🧣The Hitman's Guide to Making Friends and Finding Love by Alice Winters

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.
🧣I Love This Bar by Carolyn Brown

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types.
🧣An Affair of Spies by Ronald H. Balson

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past.
🧣A Stitch in Time by Kelley Armstrong

✔️7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story.
🧣The Christmas Keeper by Jenn McKinlay▪️12/5/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere.
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).
🧣Home for the Holly Days by Cindy Kirk▪️12/24/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story.
🧣Love Letters from Montmartre by Nicolas Barreau

✔️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
🧣Holiday Hope by Shanna Hatfield▪️12/9/2022▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

2022 December Monthly Challenge

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I'm in for 8 this month.

December Monthly Challenge
December 2022

My Monthly Challenge (msg 30)

Books Read ➺ 10



✅1. Happy December Birthday!
🎁Read a book published in December
🎁30 Pieces of Silver ➺ 12.09 ★★★★

✅2. Baby Names!
🎁This month's names: Clara (Illustrious)
🎁Cocky Roommate ➺ 12.10 ★★★★

✅3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters
🎁Read a book in which a character is a vampire
🎁Blade Bound ➺ 12.04 ★★★★

✅4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2
🎁Read a book that has some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover
🎁The Wedding Party ➺ 12.30 ★★★★

✅5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5
🎁Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin
🎁Chameleon ➺ 12.28 ★★★

✅6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8
🎁Read a book with a clock/watch on the cover
🎁The End of Games ➺ 12.13 ★★★★

✅7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16
🎁Read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover
🎁Room for More ➺ 12.11 ★★★★

✅8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21
🎁Read a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated
🎁Miss Kane's Christmas ➺ 12.01 ★★★

✅9. Write a Friend Month
🎁Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story
🎁Eye of the Beholder ➺ 12.27 ★★★

✅10. Reader's Choice
🎁Read any book of your choice
🎁Happily This Christmas ➺ 12.17 ★★★★

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

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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

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

Fun Facts about Alice Winters:
* She is known for writing LQBTQ+ romances
* Alice enjoys horseback riding
* Her writing also is known for its comedy and action
* One of her most popular series is called “Vampire Related Crimes”

You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!).

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing.

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the North Pole is at its furthest point from the sun, and the length of day in the Northern Hemisphere can range (depending on location) between 9.5 hours to never seeing the sun at all. The ancient celebration of Yule is also celebrated on this day, with traditions such as bonfires, decorating, feasts, and gift-giving.
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover.

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

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

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! - Jameela Green Ruins Everything Finished 12/2

This month's names:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)

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

Fun Facts about Alice Winters:
* She is known for writing LQBTQ+ romances
* Alice enjoys horseback riding
* Her writing also is known for its comedy and action
* One of her most popular series is called “Vampire Related Crimes”

You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action; or a book in which a character is either a vampire or a character rides a horse in it (kudos if you can manage both!). -Kiss Her Once for Me - Finished 12/28

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: On the first Friday of December, this day honors not only the masters of making cocktails but also the ones who stay up late to listen to our drunken woes. Whether you’re a regular at their bar, or just passing through, raise a glass to your bartender on this day.
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Ninjas are thought to have existed since the year 600, and are known historically for being spies and assassins. Their training was passed on through generations, from parent to child. Now, pop culture has embraced ninjas and a variety of mediums portray these mysterious people in many ways. In Japan, there are museums dedicated to portraying the history and culture of ninjas.
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan. - Confessions - Finished 12/13

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Is this the day you’ll be whisked away by the Doctor, or slip through a hole in time? Possibly, but if not, you can pretend with the rest of us! On this day, celebrators are encouraged to wear clothes from another time while acting confused about some technology. Decide whether your pretend self comes from the past or the future, and have fun with it!
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past. You can also read a book with a clock/watch, police box/telephone booth, or some other image that makes you think of time travel, on the cover. You can also read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.- Carrie Soto Is Back - Finished 12/20

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: On the third Friday of December, this day encourages those who cherish (or not) their ugly Christmas sweaters to flaunt them around town. Not sure if your sweater is ugly enough? Add some tinsel, bells, twinkling lights – the more garish, the better!
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly, or that they believe that others will consider ugly. You can also read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story; or a book with a cover that is red or green; or a book that has a loud/brightly colored cover. You can also read a book with some sort of clothing contest in it, or a book where someone buys or donates clothing. - Make You Mine This Christmas - Finished 12/12

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The winter solstice marks the shortest day (and longest night) in the Northern Hemisphere. On this day, the North Pole is at its furthest point from the sun, and the length of day in the Northern Hemisphere can range (depending on location) between 9.5 hours to never seeing the sun at all. The ancient celebration of Yule is also celebrated on this day, with traditions such as bonfires, decorating, feasts, and gift-giving.
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).

9. Write a Friend Month: December is hectic for many, but it’s also a time to celebrate the people in your life. During this month, people are encouraged to put pen to paper by sending a card or letter to a friend. Celebrate them, celebrate you, and celebrate that special bond that you share.
❄️ Read a book with a character who writes a letter during the story. You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends, or a book in which characters become friends or form a special bond. You can also read a book with any writing utensil, paper, envelope, or anything else that reminds you of sending a letter on its cover. - The Day of the Duchess Finished 12/13

10. Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice. - Blood on the Tracks, Vol. 1 - Finished 12/20

2022 December Monthly Challenge
8/10

1. Happy December Birthday!: ❄️Read a book published in December.
Spiked Hot Chocolate


2. Baby Names!:❄️ This month's names: Cole (Victory of the People)
All I Want for Christmas: A Sexy Holiday Novella


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: ❄️Read any LGBTQ+ book or novella; or a book categorized on Goodreads as comedy or action.

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: ❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar.
Mistletoe Blues


5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin.
Sweep of the Heart


6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: ❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels, or is set in either the future or the past.

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: ❄️ Read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story.
Love at the Icicle Café


8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: ❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter.
Homecoming King


9. Write a Friend Month: ❄️ Read a book that includes a close group of family or friends.
For Her Safety


10. Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Always My Baby

🎄👩‍🎓❄️☃️📚
Benita's 2022 December Monthly Challenge
📚☃️❄️👩‍🎓🎄🎅

Goal - 10 Categories

Completed - 10 of 10. DONE!! ⛄🤶🎅🎄🎭🌟


🎅1. Happy December! DONE! ❄️ How Qualifies: Has blue and green on cover.
1-1. A Nantucket Affair by Pamela M. Kelley. Date Finished: December 1, 2022.
1-2. Mrs. Saint Nick December 2, 2022
1-3. Lady Violet Enjoys a Frolic by Grace Burrowes Dec 8
1-4. Can't Escape Love Dec 4
1-5. A Christmas Beginning Dec 2
1-6 Searching for Sadie Released in December. Dec 2
1-7 Nantucket NewsAUDIO VERSION Released in December. Dec 1


2. Baby Names! DONE!
2-1. Can't Escape Love by Alyssa Cole Dec 4
2-2. The Apothecary Rose by Candace Robb. Dec 4
2-3 A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole Dec 24

Possible books:
Daisy
Daisy Miller
Victoria by Daisy Goodwin

Shantaram by Gregory Roberts
To Wed a Wicked Highlander by Roberts

The Christmas Dress by Courtney Cole
Home for Christmas by Courtney Cole


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters. You may also read any LGBTQ+ book or novella.
3.1 Oona Out of Order How Qualifies: Oona's personal assistant is gay. Dec 4
3.2 Whiteout How Qualified: gay characters Dec. 4

Possible reads:
The Lady's Guide to Petticoats and Piracy
The Gentleman’s Guide to Getting Lucky
The Perks of Loving a Wallflower
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2 DONE!
4.1 Oona Out of Order How Qualifies: Oona drinks alcohol at New Year's Eve Parties Dec 4.
4.2 Eve's Christmas Wedding Dec 5
4.3 The Butterfly and the Violin by Kristy Cambron Dec 26

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5 DONE!
5.1 Tudor Rose How Qualifies: has spies and assassins Dec 1
5.2 The Apothecary Rose How Qualifies: has spies and assassins Dec 4

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: DONE!
6-1. Oona Out of Order How Qualifies: main character time travels. Dec 4
6-3 Awaken the Highland Warrior


🎅7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16 DONE! ❄️

7-1. Nantucket Threads by Pamela M. Kelley. How Qualifies: focuses on a clothing shop which has sales, donates, supports non-profits. Fi ished: December 1, 2022.
7-2. Dec 5 red and green on coverThe Christmas Makeover
7-3. Red and green on cover Dec 8
7-4. A Christmas Beginning Dec 9
7-5. Fa La La La Llama Dec 7 brightly colored cover


🎅8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21. DONE!
8-1. A Royal Christmas Princess How Qualifies: occurs during winter, includes a royal Christmas ball. Finished: December 1, 2022
8-2. The Return of Kris Kringle Dec 3
8-3. Dec 7 Red and green on cover Dec 8
8-4. The Gold Ring: the Fifth Day Dec. 8


9. Write a Friend Month. DONE! You can also read a book that includes a close group of family or friends. How Qualifies: Book contains friends and family of Blackberry Cove.
9-1. Their Christmas Baby Contract. December 2, 2022.
9-2. Searching for Sadie: : A Novel December 3, 2022

🎅10. Reader's Choice ❄️ DONE!
10-1. Nantucket News by Pamela M. Kelley. Finished: December 1, 2022.
10-2. Fa La La La Llama Dec 7, 2022
10-3. The Maid of Milan Dec 8, 2022
10-4. The Reluctant Bride Dec 8, 2022

Happy December, everyone! Looking forward to seeing what you all read this month. :)

2022 December Monthly Challenge
Duration: December 1 - 31, 2022
10/10

1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book published in December
The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton 12/19/2022

2. Baby Names!: Read a book with a character, plot, scene or cover art that somehow represents the name's meaning (in parentheses).
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
The Crucible by Arthur Miller 12/03/2022

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – a book in which a character rides a horse in it
A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy 12/30/2022

4. National Bartender Day – Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served.
Naughty or Nice by Eric Jerome Dickey 12/23/2022

5. International Ninja Day – Read a book with the color black on the cover
How Long 'til Black Future Month? by N.K. Jemisin 12/17/2022

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Read a book with a character who time travels
Black Was the Ink by Michelle Coles 12/12/2022

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story
The Matchmaker's Mistletoe Mission by Jaci Burton 12/20/2022


8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Read a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated.
The Wish Book Christmas by Lynn Austin 12/25/2022

9. Write a Friend Month: Read a book that includes a close group of family or friends
Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson 12/28/2022

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
A Wedding in December by Anita Shreve 12/08/2022

2022 December Monthly Challenge
1 December to 31 December, 2022

4/10 Read

❄️1. Happy December Birthday!: Ostrich and the 'Roo by Eve Langlais (17/12/2022)

❄️2. Baby Names!: A Very Coco Christmas by Robert Bryndza (18/12/2022)

❄️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: Kiss Kiss Fang Fang by Penelope Bloom

❄️4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2: Blame It on the Tequila by Fiona Cole

❄️5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: Spotless by Camilla Monk (26/12/2022)

❄️6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8: Lachlan by Hazel Hunter

❄️7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: Watchers in the Night by Jenna Black

❄️8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: Bad Moon Rising by Zoe Forward

❄️9. Write a Friend Month: The Werewolf Nanny: by Amanda Milo (29/12/2022)

❄️10. Reader's Choice: Flirting With Danger by Suzanne Enoch

Finished on post 12.
Thanks, it was a fun challenge! Happy Christmas 🎅

Elaine wrote: "Finished on post 12.
Thanks, it was a fun challenge! Happy Christmas 🎅"

Congrats, Elaine! Happy Christmas to you as well!

Completed!

2022 December Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. Happy December Birthday!: Read a book published in December (20-12-2016)
The Trouble with Dukes by Grace Burrowes - 05/12/2022

✔️2. Baby Names!: Read a book that includes a character (doesn't need to be a MC) with one of the following popular baby names
* Daniel
The Brazen Bride by Stephanie Laurens - 02/12/2022

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters: Read one book written any author with her first or last name.

Nuts by Alice Clayton - 12/12/2022

✔️4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book in which a character is a bartender
Dirty Tricks by Emma Hart

✔️5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types.
The Reckless Bride by Stephanie Laurens - 03/12/2022

✔️6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book categorized as science fiction on Goodreads.
Devoured by Evangeline Anderson - 02/12/2022

✔️7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book where a character wears (or views) a piece of clothing they consider ugly
Cursed by Evangeline Anderson - 05/12/2022

✔️8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter
The Elusive Bride by Stephanie Laurens - 01/12/2022

✔️9. Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book that includes a close group of family
Dirty Secret by Emma Hart - 06/12/2022

✔️10. Reader's Choice: ❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Enhanced by Evangeline Anderson - 04/12/2022

.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*• wrote: "Completed!"

Great work, Christine!!

Complete/post 17
Thank you for a fun challenge!

Heather wrote: "Complete/post 17
Thank you for a fun challenge!"

Congrats! Glad you enjoyed it. :D

December Monthly Challenge 2022

<6/5

🎄1. Happy December Birthday!: If You Give A Jerk A Gingerbread - Jan Aston - 12/18 - ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️

2. Baby Names!:

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) –

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:

🎄5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5: The Fixer - Jessica Gadziala - 12/12 - ❄️❄️❄️❄️

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:

🎄7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16: How the Grump Saved Christmas - Claire Kingsley - 12/14 - ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️

🎄8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21: The Boss Who Stole Christmas - Jana Aston - 12/16 - ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️

🎄9. Write a Friend Month: - The One Night Stand Before Christmas - Jana Aston - 12/19 - ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️


🎄10. Reader's Choice: - Elves with Benefits - Jana Aston - 12/22 - ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️

December 2022 Monthly Challenge

10/10 done

1. Happy December Birthday!: green cover Donna Andrews 12/1

2. Baby Names!:* Daisy (Daisy Flower) Emmy Ellis 12/14

3. LGBTQ+ book His Christmas Guardian Cindy Dees 12/7
4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ has a scene in a bar Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea J.L. Murray 12/10
5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️black on the cover M.D. Archer 12/13

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ set in the past. A Holiday by Gaslight Mimi Matthews 12/13
7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ cover is red J. Lee Mitchell 12/9

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ occurs during winter AND character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal The Christmas Murder Game Alexandra Benedict 12/8
9.❄️ close group of family or friends AND characters become friends or form a special bond Dreaming of a White Wolf Christmas Terry Spear 12/12
10. Reader's Choice: Coral Holiday Jan Moran 1211

Jonquil wrote: "December 2022 Monthly Challenge

10/10 done"

Congrats, Jonquil!

Kaylin wrote: "Compleated 0/10

1. Happy December Birthday!: Plan on reading If This Gets Out
2. Baby Names!:
3. FAC – Alice Winters: Plan on reading How to Vex a Vampire
4. National Bartender Day (Dec 2): Curren..."

Hey guys, so I'm gonna be busy until roughly the end of Jan, maybe mid of Jan? So yeah. I don't think I'll keep track of the books I've read on GR, but I'll write them down on paper, but most likely before the 2022 year reading challenge is over, I'll update all of my books, and then just go back to jotting them down on pen/paper. Happy Holidays everyone :D

2022 December Monthly Challenge

10/10 Completed. Finished

1. Happy December Birthday!:
Read a book with blue or green on the cover in honor of December's birthstone, the Turquoise.
The Secret She Kept-Elle Gray 12/17/22

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.
This month's names:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)
(Daniel Burnett)
Rage-Debra Webb 12/02/22

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters:
Read a novella.
One Empire Night-One Empire Night 12/05/22

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover.
Rusty Nail-J.A. Konrath 12/01/22

5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types.
The Hunted One-Brittney Sahin 12/11/22

6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8:
❄️ Read a book with a character who time travels.
Time & Again: Time Travel Story-Stella May 12/12/22

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16:
❄️ Read a book with someone wearing a sweater either on the cover or in the story.
Puck Me Secretly-Odette Stone 12/10/22

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover.
How the Grump Saved Christmas-Claire Kingsley 12/05/22

9. Write a Friend Month:
❄️ Read a book that includes a close group of family or friends.
White Knuckles-Autumn Jones Lake 12/01/22

10. Reader's Choice:
❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Storm's Fury-Mary Stone 12/02/22

Done!

2022 December Monthly Challenge

5/5 ROMANCE

1. Happy December Birthday!

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:
* Daisy (Daisy Flower)
* Daniel (Only God Is My Judge)
* Clara (Illustrious)
* Cole (Victory of the People)
Daisy is the future sister-in-law of female MC- Say No More by Karen Rose 8 December; 5☆


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Alice Winters.

4. National Bartender Day – Dec. 2:
❄️ Read a book that has a scene in, or takes place in, a bar, night club, at any event where alcohol might be served. You can also read a book with some sort of alcoholic beverage on the cover, a book in which a character is a bartender, or a book where a character gets drunk or imbibes alcohol at some point during the story.
scene in a bar- Bitter Autumn by Lyn Cote 3 December; 4 1/2☆


5. International Ninja Day – Dec. 5:
❄️ Read a book with a character who is a ninja, spy, or assassin, or is being hunted by one of those three types. You can also read a book with weapons or with the color black on the cover, a book where a character is sometimes (or always) masked and/or is mysterious (your interpretation), or a book set in Japan.
female MC is hunted by assassins- Ready to Protect by Valerie Hansen 10 December; 4 1/2☆


6. Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day – Dec. 8.

7. National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – Dec. 16.

8. Winter Solstice and Yule – Dec. 21:
❄️ Read a book that at least partially occurs during winter, or a book in which a gift-giving holiday of any type is celebrated. You can also read a book with a wintry scene or a nighttime scene on the cover, or a book in which a character attends/hosts a feast or other large meal (such as a family meal, wedding dinner, etc).
The Twelve Dogs of Christmas by Lizzie Shane 17 December; 4☆


9. Write a Friend Month.

10. Reader's Choice:
❄️ Read any book of your choice.
Hiding in Montana by Laura Scott 13 December; 4☆

Frankie wrote: "10/10 Completed. Finished "

Patrizia wrote: "Done!"

Congrats, Frankie and Patrizia!