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2024 August Monthly Challenge
Here’s mine!Completed: 10/10
1. Happy August Birthday!: Defender ⭐⭐⭐ (8/19)
2. Happiness Happens Month: Dark Quasar Rising ⭐⭐⭐ (8/28)
3. FAC – Darynda Jones: Cyborg ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/15)
4. Summer Olympics: Gladiator ⭐⭐⭐ (8/8)
5. Friendship Day: Mission: Her Shield ⭐⭐⭐ (8/2)
6. Social Engineering Day: Mission: Her Freedom ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/1)
7. Relaxation Day: Rogue: Information Rogue / Desert Rogue ⭐⭐⭐ (8/14)
8. According to Hoyle Day: Guardian ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/14)
9. Stop on Red Week: The Surrogate ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/7)
10. Reader's Choice: Barbarian ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (8/13)
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🥏🏖️⛵️🌞🍉📚2024 August Monthly Challenge🍦🚣🏽♂️🏕️🫐🕶️🩴10/10 Completed
01. Happy August Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
02. August Month - Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: 🙂Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Darynda Jones: 👩🏻💻Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
04. Summer Olympics (July 26 - August 11):🏅Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
05. Friendship Day (August 4): 👩🏻🤝👩🏽Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
06. Social Engineering Day (August 6): 💻Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
07. Relaxation Day (August 15): 🏖️Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
08. According to Hoyle Day (August 29): 🃏Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
09. Stop on Red Week (First full week in August): 🚦Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice.
August Monthly Challenge - 202410/10 completed
1. Green cover: Hold Me Close Vanessa Vale 5☆ 8/8/24
2. Humorous cover: 11 out of 10 Freida McFadden 3☆ 20/8/24
3. Paranormal book: Bear Mate by Selina Coffey (not on on GReads) 4☆ 8/8/24
4. Page count 33: The Marquis's New Clothes Lila DiPasqua 4☆ 18/8/24
5. Friends to lovers: My Off-Limits Protector Next Door Eva Stone 4☆ 8/8/24
6. Science Fiction: Science Fiction story Celesta Thiessen 3☆ 6/8/24
7. Fave author read: A Deal With a Duke Tammy Andresen 4☆ 12/8/24
8. Gaming Hell: Saved by the Lyon Laura Landon 4☆ 6/8/24
9. Red on cover: Two In The Saddle Vicki Lewis Thompson 3☆ 15/8/24
10. Reader's Choice: Rufus Carole Mortimer 5☆ 29/8/24
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2024 August Monthly Challenge - COMPLETEDDuration: August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Completed: 10/10
1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot. The Secret - J.L. Beck 8/1/24 (published on August 2, 2019)
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile! It Happened One Summer - Tessa Bailey 8/3/24
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character. Magic Bleeds - Ilona Andrews 8/16/24
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count. Private Paris - James Patterson 8/12/24
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend. Stealing Home - Grace Reilly 8/10/24
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction. Rolling in the Deep - Mira Grant 8/7/24
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author. Undead and UnappreciatedUndead and Unappreciated - MaryJanice Davidson 8/15/24
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H. The Secret, Book & Scone Society - Ellery Adams 8/7/24
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover. When He Was Wicked
- Julia Quinn 8/5/2410. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Just Let Go - Courtney Walsh 8/18/24
I'm in! 🌞10/10
✔ Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August.
Close Knit, Jenny Colgan - 7 August
✔ August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month:
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
Rocky Start, Jennifer Crusie & Bob Mayer - 2 August
✔ Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
Glow, Darynda Jones - 6 August
✔ Summer Olympics
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance.
Waking Olivia, Elizabeth O'Roark - 6 August
✔ Friendship Day – August 4:
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group.
Summer at the Comfort Food Café, Debbie Johnson - 3 August
✔ Social Engineering Day – August 6
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field.
Not Today, Cupid, Jennifer Bonds - 9 August
✔ Relaxation Day – August 15:
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around.
The Railway Children, E Nesbit - 1 August
✔ According to Hoyle Day – August 29:
🏅 Read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules
Same Time Next Summer, Annabel Monaghan - 2 August
✔ Stop on Red Week
🏅 Read a book set in Michigan.
This Won't End Well, Camille Pagan - 8 August
✔ Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Black Bird Oracle, Deborah Harkness - 2 August
2024 August Monthly Challenge1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
10/101. Happy August Birthday! Read a book published in August: Hunting Ground 6/8
2. August Month-Long Observance. Read any book that you're sure will make you smile: Romancing Rem'eb 20/8
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner: Do You Want to Start a Scandal 7/8
4. Summer Olympics. Read a book categorized as a sports romance: The Au Pair Affair 14/8
5. Friendship Day – August 4. Read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope: Hook, Line, and Sinker 9/8
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6. Read a book categorized as science fiction: Claimed by an Alien Warrior 6/8
7. Relaxation Day – August 15. Read a novella: My Stalker, My Protector 16/8
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29. Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a gaming hell or casino/a book set in England: Gentlemen Prefer Heiresses 4/8
9. Stop on Red Week. Read a book with red on the cover: Hollow 16/8
10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice: When the Farmer Met the City Girl 18/8
I'm in for the usual 10! 📚
2024 August Monthly Challenge1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
2024 August Monthly Challenge8/10
1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book with green on the cover - How Does It Feel?
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month:🏅Read any book that you're sure will make you smile! - Just Right: A Why Choose Romance
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read any author with her first or last name.🏅 You may also read a paranormal or thriller romance;
4. Summer Olympics:🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance. - Let the Games Begin
5. Friendship Day – August 4:🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope.
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6:🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field. - Curvy Girl Summer
7. Relaxation Day – August 15:🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. - My One and Only Love
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29:🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game. - Along for the Ride
9. Stop on Red Week:🏅 Read a book set in Michigan. - Holding Back The Years
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. - Lock You Down
CompletedRead: 10/10
1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.Emma, Jane Austen | 8/3
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
The Full Cupboard of Life, Alexander McCall Smith | 8/1
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC)
🏅 Read a book written by any bestselling author
Funny Story, Emily Henry | 8/6
4. Summer Olympics
🏅 Read a book with physical activity anywhere in the story
Flying Angels, Danielle Steel | 8/7
5. Friendship Day – August 4
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group
The Friend Zone, Abby Jimenez | 8/3
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field
Shopping for a CEO's Honeymoon, Julia Kent | 8/9
7. Relaxation Day – August 15
🏅 Read a book from a favorite author.
Waiting For Love, Marie Force | 8/5
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29
🏅 Read a book set in England
The Case of the Cryptic Crinoline, Nancy Springer | 8/2
9. Stop on Red Week
🏅 Read a book where a character drives
Yellowface, R.F. Kuang | 8/1
10. Reader's Choice
One with You, Sylvia Day | 8/9
Done!!I'm in for 10!
August 2024 Monthly Challenge
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⛱️🏕🛶☀️🏕 🦋⛱️🏕🍹🏕 ☀️🏕🛶🦋⛱️🏕🍷🏕 🍁☀️⛱️🏕 🦋⛱️🍹🏕☀️🦫🍁August 2024 Monthly Challenge
✅ Happy August Birthday: green on cover- Emerald Blaze- 5⭐
✅ Happiness Happens Month - a humorous book- Mother Faker- 4.5⭐
✅ Featured Author– PNR - Burn for Me- 5⭐
✅ Summer Olympics: physical activity- Sapphire Flames- 5⭐
✅ Friendship Day– features group of friends- The Quiet Wards- 5⭐
✅ Social Engineering Day– technology plays role- White Hot- 5⭐
✅ Relaxation Day– comfort-read: The White Walls- 5⭐
✅ According to Hoyle Day– rule follower- Wildfire- 4.5⭐
✅ Stop on Red Week: red on cover or a driver: The White Walls- 5⭐
10. Reader's Choice:
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My planned reads for August:5/`10 Planned
2/10 Read
🏅1. Happy August Birthday!: In the Likely Event (Aug pub)
🏅2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: Getting Real (funny/smile)
🏅4. Summer Olympics: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (competition)
🏅5. Friendship Day – August 4: Witches Get Stitches (good friends)
🏅6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: Vampire Moon (technology plays a role)
🏅7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Recipe for Second Chances (summer inspired cover)
🏅9. Stop on Red Week: The Devil and the Heiress (red on cover)
🏅10. Reader's Choice: Igniting Ivy
Books:
Read:
I'm in!...10/10 Completed August 31
1. Happy August Birthday!: #Murdertrending by Gretchen McNeil August 7, 4 stars
2. August Month-Long Observance - Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie August 21, 4 stars
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: The Dirt on Ninth Grave by Darynda Jones August 31, 4 stars
4. Summer Olympics: The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley August 18, 4 stars
5. Friendship Day – August 4: Copy Cap Murder by Jenn McKinlay August 4, 4 stars
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: Warcross by Marie Lu August 28, 3 stars
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han August 16, 3 stars
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: The Next Right Thing by Colleen Collins August 16, 3 stars
9. Stop on Red Week: Redeemed by Lauren Asher August 4, 4 stars
10. Reader's Choice: Kiss of Crimson by Lara Adrian August 9, 4 stars
✅2024 August Monthly ChallengeDuration: August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
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🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
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🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
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🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
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🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
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🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
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🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
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🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
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🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
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Happy Reading! Hoping for 10/101. Happy August Birthday!: Lust & Lollipops by Lola Glass FINISHED 8/8/2024
2. August Month-Long Observance - The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren FINISHED 8/11/2024
3. Featured Author Challenge: Bear's Midlife Midwife by Meg Ripley FINISHED 8/9/2024
4. Summer Olympics: Don't Let Me Fall by Kelsie Rae FINISHED 8/14/2024
5. Friendship Day – August 4:Kidnapped by the Mountain Man by Mia Brody FINISHED 8/1/2024
6. Social Engineering Day – It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover FINISHED 8/9/2024
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Jingled by the Mountain Man by Mia Brody FINISHED 8/2/2024
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: Funny Story by Emily Henry FINISHED 8/11/2024
9. Stop on Red Week: Bear's Midlife Baby by Meg Ripley FINISHED 8/14/2024
10. Reader's Choice: Bear's Midlife Matchmaker by Meg Ripley FINISHED 8/23/2024
Books Read: 10/10
2024 August Monthly Challenge10/10 DONE
1. Happy August Birthday!: published in August -Aug 14, 2022 Death at the Deep Dive Josh Lanyon 8/21
2. Happiness Happens Month 🏅 humorous book It's A Wonderful Knife Elise Sax 8/3
3. (FAC) – Darynda Jones: 🏅 book written by Darynda Jones The Trouble with Twelfth Grave Darynda Jones 8/1
4. Summer Olympics: 33 in page count - 336 pp Down a Dark River Karen Odden 8/14
5. Friendship Day 🏅 friend group Murder at the Rusty Anchor Maddie Day 8/19
6. Social Engineering Day 🏅 character works in any IT field - IT manager A Geek Girl's Guide to Justice Julie Anne Lindsey 8/6
7. Relaxation Day 🏅 novella Grave Danger Heather Graham 8/15
8. According to Hoyle Day 🏅 set in England Look to the Lady Margery Allingham 8/22
9. Stop on Red Week 🏅 character drives lots of driving Mad River John Sandford 8/23
10. Reader's Choice: Beach View Lane Jan Moran 8/17
2024 August Monthly Challenge10/10 Completed. Finished
1. Happy August Birthday!:
Read a book published in August
Gen Pop-Lani Lynn Vale 8/12/24
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month:
🏅Read any book that you're sure will make you smile!
Wildflower Wedding: With a Killer Reception-Becki Willis 8/02/24
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones:
Read one book written by Darynda Jones
Darynda Jones-A Good Day for Chardonnay 8/05/24
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11.
🏅 Read a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
(336)
Rake's Redemption-Chantal Fernando 8/03/24
5. Friendship Day – August 4:
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!)
Tempt Our Fate-Kat Singleton 8/10/24
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6:
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker!
Doin' a Dime-Lani Lynn Vale 8/09/24
7. Relaxation Day – August 15:
🏅 Read a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Lani Lynn Vale-Nobody Knows 8/03/24
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29:
🏅 Read whose author’s initials include E or H.
Ellery A. Kane-One Child Alive 8/18/24
9. Stop on Red Week:
🏅 Read a book where a character drives and is in a car accident (backstory accidents count).
Maverick-Lilly Atlas 8/08/24
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Bound by Affliction-Ryan Michele 8/05/24
8/101. Happy August Birthday!:
🏅 Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
Liberating the Lady of Loughmoe - C.H. Admirand (Dragonblade - Aug 2024) - Aug 9
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
Road Trip Rivalry - Mona Shroff (HSE #3058 - Sept 2024) - Aug 15
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
No Turning Back - Lindsay McKenna (HI #2217 - June 2024) (skiing) - Aug 5
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
The Cottage on Pelican Bay - Brenda Jackson (HQN - Sept 2024) - Aug 27
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Pregnancy Surprise with the Greek Surgeon - Luana DaRosa (HMED #1414 - Sept 2024) (relaxing activity) - Aug 23
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
The Lyon’s Golden Touch - Sara Adrien (Dragonblade - July 2024) (gaming hell) - Aug 2
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
Last Mission - Lisa Childs (HRS #2292 - Sept 2024) (Michigan) - Aug 13
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice:
🏅 Read any book of your choice.
Protecting the Amish Child - Dana R. Lynn (LIS #1127 - Sept 2024) - Aug 8
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August Monthly Book Challenge9/10
1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August
Haunted Ever After by Jen DeLuca
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: Read a humorous book
Funny Story by Emily Henry, read 08/01, 5 stars
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones
First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones, read 08/30, stars
4. Summer Olympics: Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance
The Game Changer by Lana Ferguson, read 08/19, 3 stars
5. Friendship Day – August 4: Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group
Mickey Chambers Shakes It Up by Charish Reid, read 08/02, 3 stars
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer
Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop, read 08/07, 4 stars
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Read a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author
The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren, read 08/31, 3 stars
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: Read a book whose author’s initials include E or H
Powerless by Elsie Silver, read 08/15, 4 stars
9. Stop on Red Week: Read a book where a character drives
Cross the Line by Simone Soltani, read 08/18, 2 stars
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
Not in Love by Ali Hazelwood, read 08/15, 5 stars
Avid's 2024 August Monthly Challenge10/8 Book Read
✔️1. Happy August Birthday!: 🏅published in August-
8/17✔️2. Happiness Happens Month 🏅 humorous book-
8/3✔️3. (FAC) – Darynda Jones: 🏅 book written by Darynda Jones
🏅 bestselling author-
✔️4. Summer Olympics: 🏅33 anywhere in the page count-
- 336pgs 8/1✔️5. Friendship Day – 🏅 features friends who reconnect after years apart-
8/23✔️6. Social Engineering Day 🏅 technology plays a role-
8/20✔️7. Relaxation Day – 🏅 Summer-inspired cover & comfort-read from a favorite author-
8/9✔️8. According to Hoyle Day – 🏅 a book set in England-
8/5✔️9. Stop on Red Week 🏅 character drives
8/3✔️10. Reader's Choice: 🏅any book-
8/9
August Monthly Challenge
August 2024
My Monthly Challenge (msg 25)
Books Read🚦10
✅1. Happy August Birthday!
🚥Read a book published in August
🚥Rogue Protocol🚦08.12 ★★★★
✅2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month
🚥Read a book that makes you smile
🚥Confessions of a Litigation God🚦08.29 ★★★★
✅3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones
🚥Read a paranormal or thriller romance
🚥A Charming Crime🚦08.17 ★★
✅4. Summer Olympics
🚥Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance
🚥Fangirl Down🚦08.30 ★★★★
✅5. Friendship Day – August 4
🚥Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group
🚥7th Heaven🚦08.20 ★★★★
✅6. Social Engineering Day – August 6
🚥Read a book where technology plays a role
🚥Out of Control🚦08.17 ★★★★
✅7. Relaxation Day – August 15
🚥Read a book with a summer-inspired cover
🚥The Love Shack🚦08.08 ★★★★
✅8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29
🚥Read a book set in England
🚥Unraveled🚦08.14 ★★★★
✅9. Stop on Red Week
🚥Read a book with red on the cover
🚥Majesty🚦08.04 ★★★★
✅10. Reader's Choice
🚥Read any book of your choice
🚥Butterfly Bayou🚦08.15 ★★★★
August 8/101. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot. Middle of the Night Finished 8/2
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile! The Eyes Are the Best Part Finished 8/28
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character. Sisters Under the Rising Sun Finished 8/30
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count. Hell Hound Finished 8/6
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend. If Only You Fell Finished 8/6
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author. One Perfect Couple Finished 8/14
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H. No Escape Finished 8/24
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.Friends Like These Finished 8/22
RRRC August Monthly Challenge Read: 1/10
1. Happy August Birthday!:
🪁Read a book published in August.~Healing the Mountain Man's Heart by Misty M. Beller
🪁Read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month:
🪁Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones:
🪁Read one book written by Darynda Jones ~First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones
🪁Read any author with her first or last name.
OR:
🪁 You may also read any book set in New Mexico;.
🪁Read a paranormal or thriller romance.
🪁Read a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner.
🪁Read a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics:
🪁Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance.~The Varsity Dad Dilemma by Lex Martin
🪁Read a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story.
🪁You can also read a book set in France.
🪁Read a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
5. Friendship Day – August 4:
🪁 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!).~ The Bridal Suite by Rochelle Alers
🪁Read a book with friends who reconnect after years apart.
🪁You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6:
🪁 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! ~Chaos Theory by Merry Farmer
🪁You can also read a book where technology plays a role.
🪁Read a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15:
🪁Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity.
🪁You can also read a novella.~Up from the Sea by Amanda Dykes
🪁Read a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation),
🪁Read a comfort-read from a favorite author.
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29:
🪁Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino).
🪁You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules.
🪁Read a book set in England.
🪁Read a book whose author’s initials include E or H.~Whispers of the Deep by Emma Hamm
9. Stop on Red Week:
🪁Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). ~Revved by Samantha Towle
🪁You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year.
🪁Read a book set in Michigan.
🪁Read a book with red on the cover.
✔️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.~Beauty So Golden by Lilith Vincent▪️8/19/2024▪️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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August Monthly ChallengeREAD: 10/10
✔️1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
The Land Below - William Meikle (pub August 27, 2020) 8/3
✔️2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
The Grifter's Daughter - Duane Lindsay (MPG humor) 8/4
✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
Primal Mirror - Nalini Singh 8/12
✔️4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
Quadehar the Sorcerer - Erik L'Homme 8/7
✔️5. Friendship Day – August 4:
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
A Death Long Overdue - Eva Gates (50th reunion) 8/15
✔️6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
A Rip Through Time - Kelley Armstrong 8/2
✔️7. Relaxation Day – August 15:
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Sunshine Over Bluebell Castle -Sarah Bennett 8/17
✔️8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29:
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
Silver Silence - Joy Nash 8/10
✔️9. Stop on Red Week:
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
Little Girl Lost - Alexandria Clarke 8/14
✔️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
Been There Dragon That - Krystal Shannan 8/4
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
I'm inHappy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
2024 August Monthly Challenge1 August to 31 August, 2024
Read: 2
🏅 1. Happy August Birthday!: On the Prowl by Patricia Briggs
🏅 2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: Just the Sexiest Man Alive by Julie James
🏅 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: For I Have Sinned by Darynda Jones
🏅 4. Summer Olympics: Quick Trick by Skye Jordan (18/8/2024)
🏅 5. Friendship Day – August 4: Until the Stars Fall by Holly Rose
🏅 6. Social Engineering Day Protecting Caroline by Susan Stoker
🏅 7. Relaxation Day One Reckless Summer by Toni Blake
🏅 8. According to Hoyle Day Again the Magic by Lisa Kleypas
🏅 9. Stop on Red Week: Revved by Samantha Towle (24/8/2024)
🏅 10. Reader's Choice: The Big Easy & Other Lies by Melanie Jacobson
Romance Readers Reading Challenges2024 August Monthly Challenge
Duration: August 2024
Progress: 5 out of 10
Welcome to the August 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 August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez - ***** - 8/2/2024 - 432 Pages - strong friendship
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Galatea by Madeline Miller - **** - 8/1/2024 - 27 Pages
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear - ***** - 8/5/2024 - 321 Pages - Set in England
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
Understanding Complexity by Scott E. Page - ***** - 8/17/2024 - 155 Pages
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros - ***** - 8/21/2024 - 640 Pages
August Monthly ChallengeDuration: Aug 1 - 31, 2024
10/10
1. Read a book published in August.
Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie 09/03/2024
2. Read any book that you're sure will make you smile!
Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics by Dolly Parton 09/07/2024
3. Read a paranormal or thriller romance.
Too Good to Be True by Kristen Ashley 08/15/2024
4. Read a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
Close Knit Killer by Maggie Sefton 08/24/2024
5. Read a book with friends who reconnect after years apart.
Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell 08/08/2024
6. Read a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
On Earth as It Is on Television by Emily Jane 08/16/2024
7. Read a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott 08/06/2024
8. Read a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
Never Caught: The Washingtons' Relentless Pursuit of Their Runaway Slave, Ona Judge by Erica Armstrong Dunbar 08/13/2024
9. Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count).
Home Stretch by Graham Norton 08/09/2024
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood 08/11/2024
1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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✔ Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August.
Close Knit, Jenny Colgan - 7 August
✔ August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month:
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✔ Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August.
Close Knit, Jenny Colgan - 7 August
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**completed late 11/1/24**2024 August Monthly Challenge
Duration: August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Completed: 10/10
✅1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot-Surrender to Me-8/12/24
✅2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile-Funny Story-9/15/24
✅3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character-Dead Until Dark-10/11/24
✅4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count-Malibu Rising-8/30/24
✅5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend-Marked in Flesh-8/11/24
✅6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction-Love on the Brain-11/1/24
✅7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author-The Assassin and the Empire-8/16/24
✅8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.-Heather Graham-Deadly Harvest-8/1/24
✅9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.-Five Total Strangers-8/19/24
✅10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice-Twisted Love-8/17/24
August Monthly ChallengeREAD: 10/10
✔️1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
The Land Below - William Meikle (pub August 27, 2020) 8/3
✔️2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
The Grifter's Daughter - Duane Lindsay (MPG humor) 8/4
✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
Primal Mirror - Nalini Singh 8/12
✔️4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
Quadehar the Sorcerer - Erik L'Homme 8/7
✔️5. Friendship Day – August 4:
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
A Death Long Overdue - Eva Gates (50th reunion) 8/15
✔️6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
A Rip Through Time - Kelley Armstrong 8/2
✔️7. Relaxation Day – August 15:
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Sunshine Over Bluebell Castle -Sarah Bennett 8/17
✔️8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29:
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
Silver Silence - Joy Nash 8/10
✔️9. Stop on Red Week:
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
Little Girl Lost - Alexandria Clarke 8/14
✔️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
Been There Dragon That - Krystal Shannan 8/4
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
Barbara ★ wrote: "August Monthly ChallengeREAD: 10/10"
Great work, Barbara!
2024 August Monthly Challenge10/10 Completed. Finished
1. Happy August Birthday!:
Read a book published in August
Gen Pop-Lani Lynn Vale 8/12/24
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month:
🏅Read any book that you're sure will make you smile!
Wildflower Wedding: With a Killer Reception-Becki Willis 8/02/24
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones:
Read one book written by Darynda Jones
Darynda Jones-A Good Day for Chardonnay 8/05/24
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11.
🏅 Read a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
(336)
Rake's Redemption-Chantal Fernando 8/03/24
5. Friendship Day – August 4:
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!)
Tempt Our Fate-Kat Singleton 8/10/24
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6:
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker!
Doin' a Dime-Lani Lynn Vale 8/09/24
7. Relaxation Day – August 15:
🏅 Read a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Lani Lynn Vale-Nobody Knows 8/03/24
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29:
🏅 Read whose author’s initials include E or H.
Ellery A. Kane-One Child Alive 8/18/24
9. Stop on Red Week:
🏅 Read a book where a character drives and is in a car accident (backstory accidents count).
Maverick-Lilly Atlas 8/08/24
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Bound by Affliction-Ryan Michele 8/05/24
Frankie wrote: "2024 August Monthly Challenge10/10 Completed. Finished "
Congrats, Frankie!
🥏🏖️⛵️🌞🍉📚2024 August Monthly Challenge🍦🚣🏽♂️🏕️🫐🕶️🩴Done!!!
10/10 Completed
01. Happy August Birthday!: 🎂Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
02. August Month - Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: 🙂Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Darynda Jones: 👩🏻💻Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
04. Summer Olympics (July 26 - August 11):🏅Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
05. Friendship Day (August 4): 👩🏻🤝👩🏽Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
06. Social Engineering Day (August 6): 💻Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
07. Relaxation Day (August 15): 🏖️Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
08. According to Hoyle Day (August 29): 🃏Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
09. Stop on Red Week (First full week in August): 🚦Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: 📚Read any book of your choice.
Bookchaser wrote: "🥏🏖️⛵️🌞🍉📚2024 August Monthly Challenge🍦🚣🏽♂️🏕️🫐🕶️🩴Done!!!"
Great work, Bookchaser!
RRRC August Monthly Book Challenge10/10 Finished!
1. Happy August Birthday - Green
A Whisker of a Doubt - Cate Conte - 8/7 - 4*
2. August Month - Happiness Happens - Humorous
Anything You Can Do - R.S. Grey - 8/4 - 3*
3. FAC - Darynda Jones - Bestselling Author
Unbridled Cowboy - Maisey Yates - 8/11 - 3*
4. Summer Olympics - Physical Activity
It Happened One Summer - Tessa Bailey - 8/5 - 3*
5. Friendship Day - Friends to Lovers
Hook, Line, and Sinker - Tessa Bailey - 8/9 - 4*
6. Social Engineering Day - Cybersecurity Expert/ Hacker
Silver Thaw - Catherine Anderson - 8/16 - 4*
7. Relaxation Day - Novella
Once Upon a Cowboy - Maisey Yates - 8/12 - 4*
8. According to Hoyle Day - Likes to Follow Rules
WANTING WENTWORTH - Megyn Ward - 8/19 - 4*
9. Stop on Red Week - Red on Cover
Merry Christmas Cowboy - Maisey Yates - 8/17 - 3*
10. Reader's Choice -
New Leaf - Catherine Anderson - 8/22 - 2*
August Monthly ChallengeREAD: 10/10
1. Happy August Birthday! - Read a book published in August.
Ares - AUG 21⭐⭐⭐⭐
2. Happiness Happens Month - Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
Call Me Maybe - AUG 13⭐⭐⭐⭐
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones. You may also read a paranormal or thriller romance.
Lethal Game - AUG 2⭐⭐⭐⭐
4. Summer Olympics - Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance.
Head Coach - AUG 16⭐⭐⭐⭐
5. Friendship Day – August 4 - Read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope.
Love Thy Neighbor - AUG 15⭐⭐⭐
6. Social Engineering Day – Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field.
Doin' a Dime - AUG 6⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
7. Relaxation Day – Read a comfort-read from a favorite author.
Sweep with Me - AUG 14⭐⭐⭐⭐
8. According to Hoyle Day – Read a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino).
Get Lucky - AUG 4⭐⭐⭐
9. Stop on Red Week - Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count).
Rounding Third - AUG 22⭐⭐⭐
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Opposites Attract - AUG 7⭐⭐⭐⭐
2024 August Monthly Challenge10/10 DONE
1. Happy August Birthday!: published in August -Aug 14, 2022 Death at the Deep Dive Josh Lanyon 8/21
2. Happiness Happens Month 🏅 humorous book It's A Wonderful Knife Elise Sax 8/3
3. (FAC) – Darynda Jones: 🏅 book written by Darynda Jones The Trouble with Twelfth Grave Darynda Jones 8/1
4. Summer Olympics: 33 in page count - 336 pp Down a Dark River Karen Odden 8/14
5. Friendship Day 🏅 friend group Murder at the Rusty Anchor Maddie Day 8/19
6. Social Engineering Day 🏅 character works in any IT field - IT manager A Geek Girl's Guide to Justice Julie Anne Lindsey 8/6
7. Relaxation Day 🏅 novella Grave Danger Heather Graham 8/15
8. According to Hoyle Day 🏅 set in England Look to the Lady Margery Allingham 8/22
9. Stop on Red Week 🏅 character drives lots of driving Mad River John Sandford 8/23
10. Reader's Choice: Beach View Lane Jan Moran 8/17
🦞🌻🍦AUGUST BOOKS COMPLETED 🍦🌻🦞- [x] august release/green cover A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher 8/5
- [x] book to make you smile The Pairing by Casey McQuiston 8/10
- [x] any bestseller author Look in the Mirror by Catherine Steadman 8/2
- [x] competition One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware 8/16
- [x] friends to lovers trope The Break-Up Pact by Emma Lord 8/7
- [x] tech plays a roll/sci-fi Zero Stars, Do Not Recommend by M.J. Wassmer 8/8
- [x] summer cover The Scenic Route by Katie Ruggle 8/8
- [x] author initials E or H Lovewrecked by Karina Halle 8/9
- [x] red cover Apples Dipped In Gold by Scarlett St. Clair 8/18
- [x] any book Given Our History by Kristyn J. Miller 8/25
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1. Happy August Birthday!: Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So, get ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🏅Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Darynda Jones: Read one book written by Darynda Jones or any author with her first or last name.
🏅 Link to Darynda Jones's backlist: Books by Darynda Jones.
Fun facts about Darynda Jones:
* She currently lives in New Mexico, known as the “Land of Enchantment”
* Darynda has written paranormal romantic thrillers and police procedural mysteries
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, and won both Golden Heart and RITA awards
* One of her children was born Deaf; Darynda later earned a degree in Sign Language Interpreting
🏅 You may also read any book set in New Mexico; a paranormal or thriller romance; a book written by any bestselling author or RITA award winner; or a book with a Deaf character.
4. Summer Olympics: The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are held in Paris, France this summer between July 26 through August 11. Celebrate this world competition through the power of reading!
🏅 Read a book categorized on Goodreads as a sports romance, a book where a character is a former athlete, or a book with a competition or physical activity anywhere in the story. You can also read a book set in France or a book with the number 33 anywhere in the page count.
5. Friendship Day – August 4: On the first Sunday each August we celebrate our bonds with friends, whether old or new. Grab a coffee together, send a friendly note, or just be ready to hang with your best buds!
🏅 Read a book that features a strong friendship or friend group (family can be friends too!), or a book with friends who reconnect after years apart. You can also read a book with a friends-to-lovers trope, or a book recommended by a friend.
6. Social Engineering Day – August 6: 2024 marks the first National Social Engineering Day, which aims to raise awareness of social engineering threats and help promote better cybersecurity practices. Stay informed in today’s digital world to better protect yourself and your data.
🏅 Read a book with a character who works in any computer information technology field, whether they’re a website or app developer, game dev, cybersecurity expert, or maybe even a hacker! You can also read a book where technology plays a role, or a book categorized on Goodreads as science fiction.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🏅 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
8. According to Hoyle Day – August 29: On this day, people are encouraged to follow the rules and regulations as they pay tribute to Edmond Hoyle, the Englishman believed to be the first technical writer of early card and board games, such as Whist, Chess, and Backgammon.
🏅 Read a book where the characters play a card or board game, or a book featuring a place where such games are played (like a gaming hell or casino). You can also read a book with a character who likes to follow the rules, a book set in England, or a book whose author’s initials include E or H.
9. Stop on Red Week: During the first full week in August, Stop on Red Week promotes safe driving and educates the public about the dangers of running red lights and stop signs. In the year 1915, the first stop sign appeared in Detroit, Michigan and was formerly adopted in the 1920s.
🏅 Read a book where a character drives or is in a car accident (backstory accidents count). You can also read a book with the numbers 19 or 15 anywhere in the page count or publication year, a book set in Michigan, or a book with red on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.