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I think I will use the same formula as last year and include the books I haven’t started already. I am reading a bit more … trying to concentrate on the 3rd challenge books. I might get 2 more read.

Letter Mania
Box or Author’s first or last name must begin with the indicated letter. Mostly series books.

1. Q The Huntress Kate Quinn
2. R Déjà Dead Kathy Reichs
3. S Sleuth on Safari A.R. Kennedy
4. T City of Lies Victoria Thompson
5. U U is for Undertow Sue Grafton
6. V Murder in Chinatown Victoria Thompson
7. W The Wishing Spell Chris Colfer
8. X The Autobiography of Malcolm X Malcolm X
9. Y You’ve Got Murder Donna Andrews
10. Z We Yevgeny Zamyatin
11. A The Bletchley Women Patricia Adrian
12. B In Dublin's Fair City Rhys Bowen

13. C The Case of the Missing Marquess Nancy Springer
14. D Dragonwell Dead Laura Childs
15. E You'll Never Know, Dear Hallie Ephron
16. F Fire Engine Dead Sheila Connolly

Looking forward to seeing how you fill out your list, Martha.

Do what works, Martha. Your lists are always interesting.

Thank you! It's a joy to be sitting here picking out books. Bradley was in the hospital the first week of this month. He was very sick, but thankfully didn't require surgery.

I love your lists!! I hope Bradley feels better soon! <3

Alissa wrote: "I love your lists!! I hope Bradley feels better soon! <3"

Thanks, Alissa!

Martha wrote: "Thank you! It's a joy to be sitting here picking out books. Bradley was in the hospital the first week of this month. He was very sick, but thankfully didn't require surgery."

Sending good health vibes to Bradley. Hoping he feels good and feels healthy. <3

Interesting selections, as always Martha. Quite a few series I'm enjoying there. Best wishes to Bradley.

I don't think I've read any of these, can't wait to read your reviews. All the best to Bradley, hope you both have a quiet 2025.

I had to change a few due to missing books. didn't want to spend the rest of this month looking for them.

Bradley is doing ok. He has Crohn's and the scar tissue plus inflammation were creating a problem. He's on prednisone right now. And one more fun thing in his future ... he has to have his gallbladder out. He has a porcelain gallbladder which I had never heard of. It's very rare. Well, isn't that just so special! He just cannot catch a break.

Martha wrote: "I had to change a few due to missing books. didn't want to spend the rest of this month looking for them.

Bradley is doing ok. He has Crohn's and the scar tissue plus inflammation were creating a..."

Never heard of a porcelain gallbladder; but the surgery is relatively easy and quick. He should feel improvement with it gone. Not 100% of course, but better.

That’s what I’ve been told. The diet restrictions will be the worst. One report I read said it affects 0.06 to 0.8%. Crazy. An excess of bile causes calcium to build up in the lining which makes the gallbladder look like a porcelain jar. I’m guessing it will be after the holidays since we’ve not been called yet.

He’s going to try to do a live DJ session on TikTok tonight. I’m so happy he’s going to try. The Christmas inflatables have been a bust this year. Too much wind & rain.

Your list looks interesting. I haven't read any of those books yet.

Sorry to that Bradley has to have surgery again, I have never heard of a porcelain gallbladder either. Poor guy.

Best wishes!

Martha wrote: "That’s what I’ve been told. The diet restrictions will be the worst. One report I read said it affects 0.06 to 0.8%. Crazy. An excess of bile causes calcium to build up in the lining which makes th..."

Wow. Interesting, Martha. Well, surgery sounds like the best option and hopefully, will provide some immediate relief. DJ-ing sounds like fun. I hope he has the energy for it.

Enjoy your book choices! I pray the surgery will lead to a fast recovery.

Happy New Year!! 🎆 Hope you all have a healthy & prosperous year!

I’m starting with 2 books that I have put off for a long time.
Deja Dead by Kathy Reichs
The Bletchley Women by Patricia Adrian
I’ll add links later. Am in a crochet mood. Actually just connecting motifs for an afghan I made a while ago. I hate sewing. 😄

Martha wrote: "Happy New Year!! 🎆 Hope you all have a healthy & prosperous year!

I’m starting with 2 books that I have put off for a long time.
Deja Dead by Kathy Reichs
The Bletchley Women by Patricia Adrian
I..."

Happy New Year, Martha!

Those sound like entertaining books that should get you off to a great start.

Hey, Martha! Just checking in on you. How are you feeling about this challenge?? ☺️

Hey there! I’m doubtful I’ll finish it, but anything is possible. 🙂 I’m trying to make sure I read something every day.

I’m super busy lately as it’s annual report time for the library. My last time to do it. I have one more meeting this week and that will be it. I gave them 40 years … I think that’s enough. 😄

B & I are both feeling better except for arthritis. I’ve been doing my leg exercises & that is really helping. No falls in almost 2 months. Still using the cane except when I forget it.

Hope you are doing well. Can’t wait to see your garden pics this year.

Martha wrote: "Hey there! I’m doubtful I’ll finish it, but anything is possible. 🙂 I’m trying to make sure I read something every day.

I’m super busy lately as it’s annual report time for the library. My last t..."

Hey, its only April. I'm moving so slow, you could probably surpass me!

Arthritis is no joke. The hubs just had knee surgery because it was so bad, and I had the same surgery last year. Getting older can be so irritating. Ugh

Congratulations on your retirement. 40 years of your face, and your spirit; is their loss. Enjoy It!

Hey Martha. Just checking in on you, to see how you are doing and how the reading is going?

Hey there, Alondra! I’m still reading small bits here and there. Crocheting & cleaning is taking up time. I like the crocheting … cleaning not so much. 😀 I did listen to a book while I crocheted a bit but I forget to do that. Need to make it a habit. Can’t believe the summer is almost over.
Haven’t fallen since May, but am pretty unsteady. So annoying, but I’m grateful I haven’t broken anything! Bradley is doing a little better lately, but is so worried about me.
Thanks for checking on me. I appreciate you more than you know!!

Martha wrote: "Hey there, Alondra! I’m still reading small bits here and there. Crocheting & cleaning is taking up time. I like the crocheting … cleaning not so much. 😀 I did listen to a book while I crocheted a ..."

Hey Martha. Watch those falls and take care when rising from a sitting position or laying. No rushing! Good for Bradley!! Woot

Your crochets are always beautiful, so I'm glad you're doing so much of it.

((hugs))

Martha wrote: "Hey there, Alondra! I’m still reading small bits here and there. Crocheting & cleaning is taking up time. I like the crocheting … cleaning not so much. 😀 I did listen to a book while I crocheted a ..."

Take care of yourself, Martha and of Bradley.. Best to you both.