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Finished Joanna Russ: Novels & Stories (LOA #373): The Female Man / We Who Are About To . . . / On Strike Against God / The Complet e Alyx Stories / Other Stories by Joanna Russ which is a collection of her novels but still all under one tomish book. 3.5 stars
My review of Joanna Russ: Novels & Stories (LOA #373): The Female Man / We Who Are About To . . . / On Strike Against God / The Complet e Alyx Stories / Other Stories, a collection of the work of Joanna Russ collated by the Library of America. It took me 5 months to finish but it was worth it. 3.5 starshttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Continuing Horror October with Hell House by Richard Matheson
Lillie wrote: "I'd like to say I accomplished something extraordinary but the reality is that I was just managed to finish 3 books in one day because I'd been reading all 3 for many days, lol223. [bookcover:Loc..."
I thought On Tyranny was very good too.
My review of Star Shapes by Ivy Grimes 2.0 starshttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Next in line is Our Love Will Devour Us by R.L. Meza
Laurel wrote: "Bill wrote: "My review of Watership Down: The Graphic Novel by James Sturm. I loved rekindling my memories of the original story.. 4.5 starshttps://www.goodreads.c..."
I've read a few adaptations of other books as well lately. It's been most enjoyable.
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My review of Watership Down: The Graphic Novel by James Sturm. I loved rekindling my memories of the original story.. 4.5 starshttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Next in line is Star Shapes by Ivy Grimes
I'm so far behind on my reading of the Bruno books. It's such a great series... I like the locale, the characters, the food... You had a great month. Enjoy October.
Pam wrote: "Bill wrote: "Pam wrote: "I just read my old review and I guess I enjoyed it. Can't remember how it ended mind you. Dick is one of the unique Sci Fi author's indeed..."I just finished it. I gave i..."
I agree. You might like to check out Philip K. Dick: The Last Interview and Other Conversations. It was kind of interesting.
Lillie wrote: "Bill wrote: "6. Bring the Jubilee by Ward Moore Combination alternate history & time travel story. A slowish burn but excellent ending.. 5.0 stars"Great month Bill! Bring the Jubilee..."
It was interesting, Lillie.
On The Same Page Monthly Reading Challenge OCTOBER 2025Start Date: 10/01/2025
End Date: 10/31/2025
Total Pages Read: 1205
Bonus Points: 45 pts
Books Read:
1. Watership Down: The Graphic Novel by James Sturm 383 pages, finished 3 Oct, 4.5 stars
2. Star Shapes by Ivy Grimes 111 pages, finished 5 Oct, 2.0 stars
3. Joanna Russ: Novels & Stories (LOA #373): The Female Man / We Who Are About To . . . / On Strike Against God / The Complet e Alyx Stories / Other Stories by Joanna Russ 711 pages, finished 6 Oct, 3.5 stars
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10 points:
- RAB with a Halloween scene either on the cover or where it’s celebrated in the story.
- October is National Pizza Month! RAB where pizza is eaten, ordered, or made.
- Its National Pumpkin Seed Day October 1st - Read a book with a pumpkin on the cover.
- Read a book with a orange or black cover.
-- Star Shapes
by Ivy Grimes (10 pts)-- Novels and Stories
by Joanna Russ (10 pts)- National Vodka Day on Oct 4 - Read a book where a character drinks or goes to a bar.
25 points:
- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. RAB where someone is either battling breast cancer or is supporting a friend or family member going through it
- October is LGBT History Month. RAB with a lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered character. 25 bonus points if it’s non-fiction.
-- Novels and Stories by Joanna Russ features many LGBTQ characters in the various stories. 25 pts
- Oct 6 is National German American Day - Read a book set in Germany.
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Read a book with a character with cancer or a cancer survivor.
- Read a scary or horror book for Halloween.
50 points:
- October is Filipino-American History Month. RAB with a Filipino-American character. Double points if it’s an immigrant tale!
- October 1 - 7 is Mental Illness Awareness Week. RAB with a mentally ill character. Double points if they’re seeking help.
- Stop Bullying Day - Read a book with a bully in it or a character is being bullied.
- Columbus Day on Oct 13th - Read a book about an explorer.
- In October there is a Cupcake Day, a Pumpkin Cheesecake Day , and a Cake Decorating Day - Read a book set in a bakery.
Pam wrote: "I'm about 1/2 way through Time Out of Joint and really enjoying it! I haven't read a PKD book in several years, so it feels good to get back into his weirdness and escape from the cra..."I just read my old review and I guess I enjoyed it. Can't remember how it ended mind you. Dick is one of the unique Sci Fi author's indeed.
Lea wrote: "Yikes! Next year, my goal is to read one Agatha Christie book per month. I really want to read all her work eventually. There are quite a few!"There are indeed quite a few... I've focused on her a couple of times and still have only touched her work lightly
I've always enjoyed Stephanie Plum, such fun and also just sexy enough. I'm hoping to try Rachel Harrison. I've ordered one of her books, Such Sharp Teeth.
I love how organized you are. Good luck with your October selections.. Corgis! Love it.
You had a great month, Lea. I can imagine overloading on one author sometimes. I do need to explore LM Montgomery more..
I don't do audio books very much. I can imagine they can be overwhelming for certain stories. I never thought of that.
