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message 1: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (last edited Feb 17, 2013 05:14PM) (new)

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For this challenge there is a list of college majors/subjects that can be studied in college. Categories for book choices are assigned to each major/subjects. For all the majors/subjects there will be at least two choices of books to read from. One choice will be fiction books while the other will be a non-fiction choice. I figure that since in school the subjects are taught with textbooks and non-fiction books, that a non-fiction choice would be appropriate.

Rules
1. The list of majors includes 39 majors/subjects
2. Choose your level and the major/subjects you would like to complete
3. Within each major/subject choose either to read a fiction or non-fiction book
Note: If you would like to complete both choices, please feel free but it is NOT mandatory to
complete the challenge.
4. Rereads are fine as long as they are actually reread.
5. When finished reading a book, you can cross it out or simply put the date you finished reading
the book next to the title
6. Rate the book!

Duration
One Year from Start Date

Levels
Associates Degree- 10 majors/subjects
Bachelor’s Degree- 20 majors/subjects
Master’s Degree- 30 majors/ subjects
Doctorate Degree- All majors/ subjects

Majors
Acting
1. Read a book with a character who is an actor or involved in a play/movie, OR
2. Read a book that was made into a movie, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about acting

African Studies
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any African country, or African islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any African country or African island

American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in the United States, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about the United States or about any state in theUnited
States

Art
1. Read a book where the character is an artist, OR
2. Read a book that has a piece of artwork on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about art, art history or any art strategy/technique

Archeology
1. Read a book that takes place in any ancient civilization (eg- Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece,
Ancient Egypt, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any ancient civilization

Asian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any Asian country orAsian island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any Asian country or Asian island

Astronomy
1. Read a book that takes place in space or includes aliens, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about astronomy, space, planets, stars, or any aspect ofspace (eg.
constellations, meteors, black holes, etc)

Australian History
1. Read a book whose character is Australian or that takes place (wholly orpartly) in Australia or
the Australian Islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Australia or any of its Islands

Business
1. Read a book where a character is in the business field or owns a company/business,OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about business or any aspect of business

Canadian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in Canada or any of its islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Canada or any of its islands

Chemistry
1. Read a book that includes witches, any person who mixes potions or a chemist, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about chemistry or witches

Computer Science
1. Read a book with a character who is computer savvy or whose career has to do with any
aspect of computer science (repair, maintenance, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about computer science or any aspect of Computers

Criminal Studies/Criminology
1. Read a book from the true crime, crime or murder mystery genre, Or
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any crime, criminal or any aspect of criminology (ex-
forensics, etc.)

Dance/Music
1. Read a book with a character who is a musician or a dancer, OR
2. Read a book with a musical instrument, a dancer or any aspect of music/dance (ex- notes,
dance shoes, tutus) on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about music, history of music, any musical instrument, dance, dance
styles, or history of dance

Drama
1. Read a play by any playwright, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about drama, theater or any aspect of theater (ex- Costume Design,
Lighting, etc) or a biography of any playwright

Education
1. Read any children’s chapter book, OR
2. Read any children’s non-fiction book

European History
1. Read a book that takes place in any European country, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any European Country

Foreign Languages
1. Read a book that was originally published in a language different from your own (indicate
what language you speak and what language the book was originally published in), OR
2. Read a book in a different language (indicate your language and what language the book
you’re reading is in), OR
3. Read a non- fiction book about any language or a non-fiction book about linguistics or a
history book about languages or a non-fiction book in a different language, OR
(If choosing to read a n.f. book in a different language then indicate your language and what
language the book is in)

Food Science/Culinary Arts
1. Read a book with a character who is a chef, OR
2. Read a book with food on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about food or culinary arts

Graphic Design
1. Read a graphic novel or a comic book, Or
2. Read a non-fiction book about graphic design or comic book art

Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
1. Read a book whose character is into fitness and health, OR
2. Read a book with a character who is into sports or plays a sport, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about health, fitness or sports

History
1. Read a historical fiction book, OR
2. Read a history book of your choosing

History of British Isles
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in England, Scotland, Ireland or any of
Britain’s islands, OR
2. Read a book with a English, Scottish or Irish character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country or island in the British Isles

Indian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in India, OR
2. Read a book with a Indian character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or History book about India

Law Studies
1. Read a book with a character who is a lawyer, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about law or about any trial

Library Science
1. Read a fiction book of your choosing, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book of your choosing

Literature
1. Read a book from the classics genre (ex: Dracula, The Scarlett Letter, etc) OR
2. Read a biography about a classic author (ex: Victor Hugo, Nathaniel Hawthorne, etc)

Mathematics
1. Read a book with a number in the title, OR
2. Read a book about math or numbers (ex: Numerology/ Astrology)

Medicinal Studies
1. Read a book whose character is a doctor or a nurse or whose setting takes place partly in a
hospital, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about medicine, medical studies or diseases

Military Science
1. Read a book with a character who is in the army, navy, marines or any part of the military, OR
2. Read a book that has a war in it, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about the military, any military program or any war

Mythology
1. Read a book that includes mythology and/or any gods/goddesses of any mythology (gods or
goddesses can be reincarnations of the original god/goddess), OR
2. Read a book about any culture’s mythology (ex- Norse Mythology, Greek Mythology,
Egyptian Mythology), OR
3. Read a non-fiction book or history about any culture’s mythology (ex. How the mythology
came into being)

Oceanography/ Marine Science
1. Read a book that includes mermaids, OR
2. Read a book with a body of water, beach or beach/ocean item on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about oceans, ocean animals, ocean plants or any aspect of the ocean
or marine studies

Political Science
1. Read a book with a character who is a king, queen, president, dictator or somehow in politics,
OR
2. A book that has a monarchy in it (the book doesn’t have to be about the king or queen, but
can be about a peasant or person who lives during a monarchy), OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country’s monarchy or any king, queen,
president, dictator or politician

Psychology/ Psychiatry
1. Read a book with a character who is dealing with a psychological illness (ex: anorexia,
cutting, schizophrenia) or with a character who is a psychologist/psychiatrist who is treating
a patient, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about psychology or any psychological illness

Religious Studies
1. Read a religious fiction book of any religion, OR
2. Read a book with angels, demons, Heaven, Hell or a main character from Heaven or Hell in the book, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about any religion of your choosing

Sociology
1. Read a book whose character is in a club, social group or a social status, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about any aspect of sociology (social services, child welfare,
victims’ rights, women’s rights, etc.)

South American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in a South American country or any South
American Island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any South American country or Island

Veterinary Science/ Zoology
1. Read a book with shape-shifters, OR
2. Read a book with a character that is a veterinarian or where an animal plays a prominent role,
OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about zoology, veterinary science or any animal

Writing/Author
1. Read a book by a new to you Author, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book by a new to you Author


message 2: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (last edited Dec 25, 2014 05:43PM) (new)


message 3: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (last edited Jan 03, 2014 01:17PM) (new)

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Level: Associates’s Degree- 10 majors/subjects~ May do a little more also
Duration: February 17, 2013- February 17, 2014


Acting
Beautiful Creatures (Caster Chronicles, #1) by Kami Garcia ✔ 5/10/13

American History
Prophecy of the Sisters (Prophecy of the Sisters, #1) by Michelle Zink ✔ 3/2013

Archeology
Beauty's Daughter The Story of Hermione and Helen of Troy by Carolyn Meyer ✔ ~ 10/13/13

Criminal Studies/Criminology
Ripper by Stefan Petrucha ✔ 4/12/13

Education
The True Colors of Caitlynne Jackson by Carol Lynch Williams ✔ ~ 9/29/13

European History
Zom-B Baby (Zom-B, #5) by Darren Shan ✔ ~ 10/9/13

History
Grave Mercy (His Fair Assassin, #1) by Robin LaFevers ✔ 3/3/13

History of British Isles
Scarlet (Scarlet #1) by A.C. Gaughen ✔ 4/14/13

Indian History
Tiger's Destiny (The Tiger Saga, #4) by Colleen Houck ~ ✔ 3/17/13

Library Science
Divergent (Divergent, #1) by Veronica Roth ✔ 3/23/13


Mythology
How To Be A Goddess by Sarah Nestler ✔ 8/17/13

Oceanography/ Marine Science
Monstrous Beauty by Elizabeth Fama ✔ 7/16/13

Political Science
Shadow and Bone (The Grisha, #1) by Leigh Bardugo ✔ 3/20/13

Psychology/ Psychiatry
Hysteria  by Megan Miranda ✔ 5/24/13

Veterinary Science/ Zoology
Seraphina (Seraphina, #1) by Rachel Hartman ✔ 6/17/13

Writing/Author
The Breakaway (The Breakaway, #1) by Michelle D. Argyle ✔ 3/10/13


message 4: by ★RavenclawReader★ (last edited Mar 02, 2013 03:56PM) (new)

★RavenclawReader★ (stargazer101) | 34 comments This is an awesome idea, Joanne!

Associate's Degree: Feb. 23 2013 - Feb. 23 2014

Acting
The Golden Compass (His Dark Materials, #1) by Philip Pullman

Asian History
 The Fire Horse Girl by Kay Honeyman3/2

Astronomy
Scarlet (Lunar Chronicles, #2) by Marissa Meyer

European History
The Devil's Arithmetic by Jane Yolen2/27

Library Science
The Queen of Attolia (The Queen's Thief, #2) by Megan Whalen Turner2/24

Literature
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll

Mathematics
Just One Day (Just One Day, #1) by Gayle Forman

Medicinal Studies
Chime by Franny Billingsley

Political Science
The King of Attolia (The Queen's Thief, #3) by Megan Whalen Turner

Psychology/Psychiatry
A Mango-Shaped Space by Wendy Mass



message 5: by jingles (last edited Feb 06, 2014 04:24PM) (new)

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Sign me up for the Doctorate, please. I must be crazy!


Back to School
Date: 02/25/13 - 02/24/14
38/39

Majors
✔1. Acting
Read a book with a character who is an actor/actress.
Fancy Pants by Susan Elizabeth Phillips ~ 03/08/13

✔2. African Studies
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any African country. (Egypt)
Crocodile on the Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters - 01/20/14

✔3. American History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in the United States
It Had to Be You by Susan Elizabeth Phillips ~ 02/27/13

✔4. Art
Read a book where the character is an artist
Rainshadow Road by Lisa Kleypas - 03/17/13

✔5. Archeology
Read a book that takes place in any ancient civilization (eg- Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece,
Ancient Egypt, etc).
I, Claudius by Robert Graves - 08/05/13

✔6. Asian History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any Asian country. (Japan)
Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand - 01/10/14

7. Astronomy - SKIP

✔8. Australian History
Read a book whose character is Australian or that takes place in Australia.
A Town Like Alice by Nevil Shute - 11/23/13

✔9. Business
Read a book where a character is in the business field or owns a company/business
Her Royal Spyness by Rhys Bowen ~ 03/02/13

✔10. Canadian History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in Canada.
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery - 01/22/14

✔11. Chemistry
Read a book that includes witches, any person who mixes potions or a chemist
Crystal Cove by Lisa Kleypas ~ 03/27/13

✔12. Computer Science
Read a book with a character who is computer savvy
About That Night by Julie James - 06/03/13 (Kyle is a computer geek)

✔13. Criminal Studies/Criminology
Read a book from the true crime, crime or murder mystery genre
B is for Burglar by Sue Grafton ~ 04/17/13

✔14. Dance/Music
Read a book with a character who is a musician
Little Girl Blue: The Life of Karen Carpenter by Randy L. Schmidt
Little Girl Blue The Life of Karen Carpenter by Randy L. Schmidt

✔15. Drama
Read a play by any playwright
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare - 01/24/14

✔16. Education
Read any children’s chapter book
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling ~ 05/06/13

✔17. European History
Read a book that takes place in any European
One Good Earl Deserves a Lover by Sarah MacLean ~ 03/05/13 (London, England)

✔18. Foreign Languages
Read a book that was originally published in a language different from your own (indicate
what language you speak and what language the book was originally published in). (I speak English; the book was originally published in French)
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas - 10/25/13

✔19. Food Science/Culinary Arts
Read a book with a character who is a chef
Dream Lake by Lisa Kleypas ~ 03/25/13

✔20. Graphic Design
Read a graphic novel.
Ordinary Girl In A Tiara - The Princess Swap #1 by Jessica Hart - 01/30/14

✔21. Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
Read a book with a character who is into sports
Heaven, Texas by Susan Elizabeth Phillips ~ 04/06/13

✔22. History
Read a historical fiction book
Silent in the Grave by Deanna Raybourn ~ 02/28/13

✔23. History of British Isles
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in England, Scotland, Ireland
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean ~ 03/01/13

✔24. Indian History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in India
Sharpe's Tiger by Bernard Cornwell - 07/22/13

✔25. Law Studies
Read a book with a character who is a lawyer
Simply Irresistible by Jill Shalvis ~ 03/07/13

✔26. Library Science
Read a fiction book of your choosing
The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield ~ 03/23/13

✔27. Literature
Read a book from the classics genre
Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell ~ 04/18/13

✔28. Mathematics
Read a book with a number in the title
Two for the Dough by Janet Evanovich ~ 03/13/13

✔29. Medicinal Studies
Read a book whose setting takes place partly in a hospital
Dear John by Nicholas Sparks ~ 03/22/13

✔30. Military Science
Read a non-fiction book about any war
Landscape Turned Red: The Battle of Antietam by Stephen W. Sears ~ 05/07/13 (Non-Fiction about the US Civil War battle at Antietam)

✔31. Mythology
Read a book that includes mythology and/or any gods/goddesses of any mythology (gods or
goddesses can be reincarnations of the original god/goddess)
Outlander by Diana Gabaldon ~ 05/12/13

✔32. Oceanography/ Marine Science
Read a book with a body of water, beach or beach/ocean item on the cover
Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor by Lisa Kleypas ~ 03/14/13
Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor (Friday Harbor, #1) by Lisa Kleypas

✔33. Political Science
A book that has a monarchy in it.
A Royal Pain by Rhys Bowen ~ 04/04/13

✔34. Psychology/ Psychiatry
Read a book with a character who is a psychologist/psychiatrist.
Feathers on the Floor by Genene Valleau ~ 03/12/13

✔35. Religious Studies
Read a religious fiction book of any religion
Smooth Talking Stranger by Lisa Kleypas ~ 04/11/13
A pastor(secondary character) is involved with the sister of the main character. The story revolves around the child the sister gave birth to, and the pastor does not want.

✔36. Sociology
Read a book whose character is in a club, social group or a social status, OR
Secrets of a Summer Night by Lisa Kleypas ~ 04/10/13

✔37. South American History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in a South American country (Columbia)
The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks - 02/05/14

✔38. Veterinary Science/ Zoology
Read a book with a character that is a veterinarian
Dream a Little Dream by Susan Elizabeth Phillips - 05/28/13

✔39. Writing/Author
Read a book by a new to you Author
On What Grounds by Cleo Coyle ~ 03/04/13

✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿CHALLENGE COMPLETED 02/05/14✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿


message 6: by jingles (new)

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I have a question about Religious Studies.

I finished Smooth Talking Stranger by Lisa Kleypas the other day, and part of the plot involves a pastor having an affair with a secondary character.

Would this work for Religious Studies, or are you looking more for a book more centered on the religious aspect? (The Ken Follett books comes to mind - can't think of the name of it right now.)


message 7: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (new)

Jojobean | 1584 comments Mod
that book will work jingles


message 8: by jingles (new)

jingles | 3483 comments Mod
Thanks, Joanne. I'm not sure when I would get to the Ken Follett book. Lol

:)


message 9: by Riya (last edited Aug 31, 2013 11:49PM) (new)

Riya My goal right now is a Bachelor's Degree!
22/20

Acting: Beautiful Creatures

African Studies: A Long Way Gone

American History: The Body Finder

Archeology: The Red Pyramid

Chemistry: Hex Hall

Criminal Studies/Criminology: The Mysterious Affair at Styles

European History: The Mark of Athena

Foreign Languages: La Guerra Sucia (Spanish)

Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies: The Maze Runner

History: Code Name Verity

History of British Isles: Silverfin

Law Studies: And Then There Were None

Library Science: Bitterblue

Mathematics: Article 5

Medicinal Studies: Legend

Military Science: Prodigy

Mythology: Black Ships Before Troy: The Story Of The Iliad

Political Science: Graceling

Psychology/ Psychiatry: The Scorch Trials

Religious Studies:Fallen

Sociology: Sapphique

Writing/Author:Shatter Me


message 10: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (new)

Jojobean | 1584 comments Mod
Nice Jingles!


message 11: by jingles (new)

jingles | 3483 comments Mod
Thank you, Joanne.

These last few are giving me fits, but I think it is because I haven't just devoted the time to find what I need.

I need to focus. Lol


message 12: by Riya (new)

Riya Update from post 11: I finished my Bachelor's and I think I'm done for now with the challenge since all the other majors are too tricky for me :P


message 13: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (new)

Jojobean | 1584 comments Mod
congrats Riya!


message 14: by Riya (new)

Riya Thanks Joanne!


message 15: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (new)

Jojobean | 1584 comments Mod
yay done!


message 16: by Mickslibrarian (new)

Mickslibrarian Majors - Complete

Acting (2)
The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold April 30

African Studies (1)
Cleopatra A Life by Stacy Schiff August 31

American History (1)
Dash & Lily's Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn April 30

Art (1)
Shadowhunters and Downworlders A Mortal Instruments Reader by Cassandra Clare June 24

Archaeology (1)
Many Waters (The Time Quintet, #4) by Madeleine L'Engle August 11

Asian History
Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhha Lai August 1

Astronomy (1)
You Can't Have My Planet, But Take My Brother, Please by James Mihaley May 21

Australian History (1)
The Reformed Vampire Support Group by Catherine Jinks July 31

Business (1)
Whales on Stilts (Pals in Peril, #1) by M.T. Anderson May 29

Canadian History (1)
Christmas with Anne and Other Holiday Stories by L.M. Montgomery February 5

Chemistry (1)
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (Flavia de Luce, #1) by Alan Bradley February 17

Computer Science (1)
Evolution, Me & Other Freaks of Nature by Robin Brande May 12

Criminal Studies/Criminology (1)
Widow's Tears (China Bayles, #21) by Susan Wittig Albert May 7

Dance/Music (1)
Fairest by Gail Carson Levine May 31

Drama (1)
Titus Andronicus by William Shakespeare June 28

Education (1)
Storybound (Storybound #1) by Marissa Burt April 21

European History (1)
A Red Herring Without Mustard (Flavia de Luce, #3) by Alan Bradley April 13

Foreign Languages (1)
The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri August 26 (Originally published in Italian, read in English)

Food Science/Culinary Arts (1)
The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen August 31

Graphic Design (1)
Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller by Joseph Lambert June 13

Health/Physical Education/Fitness/Sports Studies (2)
Dairy Queen (Dairy Queen, #1) by Catherine Gilbert Murdock May 20

History (1)
Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein May 27

History of British Isles (1)
Brighter Than the Sun (The Lyndon Sisters, #2) by Julia Quinn May 6

Indian History (2)
The Reckless Bride (Black Cobra Quartet, #4) by Stephanie Laurens September 8

Law Studies (1)
Theodore Boone The Activist (Theodore Boone, #4) by John Grisham June 14

Library Science (1)
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter, #7) by J.K. Rowling August 1

Literature (1)
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald June 9

Mathematics (1)
Level 2 (The Memory Chronicles, #1) by Lenore Appelhans April 16

Medicinal Studies (1)
Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper May 30

Military Science (2)
War Horse (War Horse, #1) by Michael Morpurgo May 19

Mythology (1)
Awaken (Abandon Trilogy, #3) by Meg Cabot July 3

Oceanography/ Marine Science (2)
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer August 25

Political Science (1)
Wicked Lovely (Wicked Lovely, #1) by Melissa Marr May 28

Psychology/ Psychiatry (1)
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children, # 1) by Ransom Riggs May 25

Religious Studies (1)
Zipporah, Wife of Moses (Canaan, #2) by Marek Halter January 25

Sociology (1)
The Get Rich Quick Club by Dan Gutman June 18

South American History (1)
The Indigo Notebook (Notebook, #1) by Laura Resau December 15

Veterinary Science/ Zoology (2)
The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein April 25

Writing/Author (1)
Moon Over Manifest by Clare Vanderpool May 12


message 17: by jingles (new)

jingles | 3483 comments Mod
Way to go, Mickslibrarian!


message 18: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (new)

Jojobean | 1584 comments Mod
Congrats Mickslibrarian!


message 19: by jingles (last edited Feb 06, 2014 04:28PM) (new)

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I finished my challenge last night, but am just getting around to updates. I just updated my original message #7 above.

I skipped #7, as I don't think I'll have anything read for the task before the challenge ends, so I'll call this one done.

Great challenge!


message 20: by Allison (new)

Allison We can still start this challenge right? Even though it looks like everyone's finishing up? I really like this idea.


message 21: by Allison (last edited Oct 07, 2014 10:56AM) (new)

Allison Back To School 4/1/14 - 3/31/15

Bachelors Degree: 15/20 Completed


1.) Acting: Gone, Baby, Gone (Kenzie & Gennaro, #4) by Dennis Lehane 6/29/14

2.) American History: Lost Lake by Sarah Addison Allen (Set in Georgia) 4/13/14

3.) Art:

4.) Archeology:

5.) Business: When the Cookie Crumbles (A Cookie Cutter Shop Mystery, #3) by Virginia Lowell (She's Owns a Cookie Cutter Shop) 4/7/14

6.) Chemistry: A Charmed Death (A Bewitching Mystery, #2) by Madelyn Alt (Witches) 5/5/14

7.) Criminology: One Dead Cookie (A Cookie Cutter Shop Mystery, #4) by Virginia Lowell (Cozy Mystery) 4/17/14

8.) Drama: Long Day's Journey Into Night by Eugene O'Neill 9/11/14

9.) European History: The Passion of the Purple Plumeria (Pink Carnation, #10) by Lauren Willig (Set In Napoleonic Times) 5/17/14

10.) Foreign Language:

11.) Culinary Arts: A Pizza To Die For (Pizza Lovers, #3) by Chris Cavender (Food on Cover) 8/29/14

12.) History: The Favored Queen A Novel of Henry VIII's Third Wife by Carolly Erickson (HF) 8/19/14

13.) History of B. Isles: Martyr (John Shakespeare, #1) by Rory Clements (Set in England) 5/12/14

14.) Library Science: Hex Marks the Spot (A Bewitching Mystery, #3) by Madelyn Alt 5/10/14

15.) Literature:

16.) Mathematics: Four to Score (Stephanie Plum, #4) by Janet Evanovich 9/28/14

17.) Military Science: Biggest Brother The Life of Major Dick Winters, the Man Who Led the Band of Brothers by Larry Alexander (WWII Solider) 5/22/14

18.) Mythology:

19.) Political Science: The White Princess (The Cousins' War, #5) by Philippa Gregory 4/27/14

20.) Writing: The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker (New To Me Author) 4/9/14


message 22: by Jojobean, Bookworm Challenger (new)

Jojobean | 1584 comments Mod
Allie wrote: "We can still start this challenge right? Even though it looks like everyone's finishing up? I really like this idea."

Of course :D


message 23: by Apoorv (last edited May 09, 2014 08:24AM) (new)

Apoorv  Moghe (goodreadscomapoorv) | 21 comments Definitely in for this one. Academically, I hold a Master's Degree.. so its only logical that I aim higher and go for a Doctorate one. Wonderfully designed task indeed. :)

Challenge : Back to School
Duration : January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Task : DOCTORATE DEGREE - All Majors / Subjects


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Majors

Acting
Read a book that was made into a movie
Double Indemnity - James M. Cain (2/28/2014)

African Studies
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any African country, or African islands
Things Fall Apart - Chinua Achebe (4/29/2014)

American History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in the United States
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian - Sherman Alexie (3/22/2014)

Art
1. Read a book where the character is an artist, OR
2. Read a book that has a piece of artwork on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about art, art history or any art strategy/technique

Archeology
1. Read a book that takes place in any ancient civilization (eg- Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece,
Ancient Egypt, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any ancient civilization

Asian History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any Asian country or Asian island
Norwegian Wood - Haruki Murakami (2/8/2014)

Astronomy
Read a book that takes place in space or includes aliens
Between Planets - Robert A. Heinlein (1/21/2014)

Australian History
1. Read a book whose character is Australian or that takes place (wholly orpartly) in Australia or
the Australian Islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Australia or any of its Islands

Business
1. Read a book where a character is in the business field or owns a company/business,OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about business or any aspect of business

Canadian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in Canada or any of its islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Canada or any of its islands

Chemistry
1. Read a book that includes witches, any person who mixes potions or a chemist, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about chemistry or witches

Computer Science
1. Read a book with a character who is computer savvy or whose career has to do with any
aspect of computer science (repair, maintenance, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about computer science or any aspect of Computers

Criminal Studies/Criminology
Read a book from the true crime, crime or murder mystery genre
Murder on the Orient Express - Agatha Christie (3/22/2014)

Dance/Music
Read a book with a character who is a musician or a dancer.
Loves Music, Loves to Dance - Mary Higgins Clark (3/19/2014)

Drama
1. Read a play by any playwright, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about drama, theater or any aspect of theater (ex- Costume Design,
Lighting, etc) or a biography of any playwright

Education
1. Read any children’s chapter book, OR
2. Read any children’s non-fiction book

European History
Read a book that takes place in any European country
The Sense of an Ending - Julian Barnes (2/3/2014)

Foreign Languages
Read a book that was originally published in a language different from your own
The Stranger - Albert Camus (4/15/2014)
(I speak English and the book was originally published in French)

Food Science/Culinary Arts
Read a book with food on the cover
Boy Meets Boy - David Levithan (4/11/2014)

Graphic Design
1. Read a graphic novel or a comic book, Or
2. Read a non-fiction book about graphic design or comic book art

Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
Read a book with a character who is into sports or plays a sport
Getting a Grip: On My Body, My Mind, My Self - Monica Seles (1/5/2014)

History
Read a historical fiction book
A Separate Peace - John Knowles (3/31/2014)

History of British Isles
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in England, Scotland, Ireland or any of
Britain’s islands

A Christmas Carol - Charles Dickens (2/28/2014)

Indian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in India, OR
2. Read a book with a Indian character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or History book about India

Law Studies
Read a book with a character who is a lawyer
Carrie - Stephen King (4/19/2014)

Library Science
Read a non-fiction book of your choosing
When You Ride Alone You Ride With Bin Laden: What the Government Should Be Telling Us to Help Fight the War on Terrorism - Bill Maher (4/1/2014)

Literature
Read a book from the classics genre
The Bridges of Madison County - Robert James Waller (1/11/2014)

Mathematics
Read a book with a number in the title
Two Boys Kissing - David Levithan (1/21/2014)

Medicinal Studies
Read a non-fiction book about medicine, medical studies or diseases
Why Do Men Have Nipples?: Hundreds of Questions You'd Only Ask a Doctor After Your Third Martini - Mark Leyner (3/5/2014)

Military Science
Read a book that has a war in it
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet - Jamie Ford (3/27/2014)

Mythology
1. Read a book that includes mythology and/or any gods/goddesses of any mythology (gods or
goddesses can be reincarnations of the original god/goddess), OR
2. Read a book about any culture’s mythology (ex- Norse Mythology, Greek Mythology,
Egyptian Mythology), OR
3. Read a non-fiction book or history about any culture’s mythology (ex. How the mythology
came into being)

Oceanography/ Marine Science
1. Read a book that includes mermaids, OR
2. Read a book with a body of water, beach or beach/ocean item on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about oceans, ocean animals, ocean plants or any aspect of the ocean
or marine studies

Political Science
1. Read a book with a character who is a king, queen, president, dictator or somehow in politics,
OR
2. A book that has a monarchy in it (the book doesn’t have to be about the king or queen, but
can be about a peasant or person who lives during a monarchy), OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country’s monarchy or any king, queen,
president, dictator or politician

Psychology/ Psychiatry
Read a book with a character who is a psychologist/psychiatrist who is treating
a patient

Netsuke - Rikki Ducornet (3/2/2014)

Religious Studies
Read a book with angels, demons, Heaven, Hell or a main character from Heaven or Hell in the book
The Five People You Meet in Heaven - Mitch Albom (4/8/2014)

Sociology
1. Read a book whose character is in a club, social group or a social status, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about any aspect of sociology (social services, child welfare,
victims’ rights, women’s rights, etc.)

South American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in a South American country or any South
American Island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any South American country or Island

Veterinary Science/ Zoology
Read a book where an animal plays a prominent role
Animal Farm - George Orwell (2/28/2014)

Writing/Author
Read a book by a new to you Author
The Fault in Our Stars - John Green (3/12/2014)

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Summary
Total Majors Covered : 23 / 39
Total Books Read : 23



message 24: by Laurie (new)

Laurie Challenge : Back to School
Duration : April 15, 2014 - April 14, 2015
Task : DOCTORATE DEGREE - All Majors / Subjects

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Majors

Acting
1. Read a book with a character who is an actor or involved in a play/movie, OR
2. Read a book that was made into a movie, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about acting

African Studies
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any African country, or African islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any African country or African island

American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in the United States, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about the United States or about any state in theUnited
States

Art
1. Read a book where the character is an artist, OR
2. Read a book that has a piece of artwork on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about art, art history or any art strategy/technique

Archeology
1. Read a book that takes place in any ancient civilization (eg- Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece,
Ancient Egypt, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any ancient civilization

Asian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any Asian country orAsian island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any Asian country or Asian island

Astronomy
1. Read a book that takes place in space or includes aliens, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about astronomy, space, planets, stars, or any aspect ofspace (eg.
constellations, meteors, black holes, etc)

Australian History
1. Read a book whose character is Australian or that takes place (wholly orpartly) in Australia or
the Australian Islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Australia or any of its Islands

Business
1. Read a book where a character is in the business field or owns a company/business,OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about business or any aspect of business

Canadian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in Canada or any of its islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Canada or any of its islands

Chemistry
1. Read a book that includes witches, any person who mixes potions or a chemist, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about chemistry or witches

Computer Science
1. Read a book with a character who is computer savvy or whose career has to do with any
aspect of computer science (repair, maintenance, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about computer science or any aspect of Computers

Criminal Studies/Criminology
1. Read a book from the true crime, crime or murder mystery genre, Or
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any crime, criminal or any aspect of criminology (ex-
forensics, etc.)

Dance/Music
1. Read a book with a character who is a musician or a dancer, OR
2. Read a book with a musical instrument, a dancer or any aspect of music/dance (ex- notes,
dance shoes, tutus) on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about music, history of music, any musical instrument, dance, dance
styles, or history of dance

Drama
1. Read a play by any playwright, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about drama, theater or any aspect of theater (ex- Costume Design,
Lighting, etc) or a biography of any playwright

Education
1. Read any children’s chapter book, OR
2. Read any children’s non-fiction book

European History
1. Read a book that takes place in any European country, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any European Country

Foreign Languages
1. Read a book that was originally published in a language different from your own (indicate
what language you speak and what language the book was originally published in), OR
2. Read a book in a different language (indicate your language and what language the book
you’re reading is in), OR
3. Read a non- fiction book about any language or a non-fiction book about linguistics or a
history book about languages or a non-fiction book in a different language, OR
(If choosing to read a n.f. book in a different language then indicate your language and what
language the book is in)

Food Science/Culinary Arts
1. Read a book with a character who is a chef, OR
2. Read a book with food on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about food or culinary arts

Graphic Design
1. Read a graphic novel or a comic book, Or
2. Read a non-fiction book about graphic design or comic book art

Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
1. Read a book whose character is into fitness and health, OR
2. Read a book with a character who is into sports or plays a sport, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about health, fitness or sports

History
1. Read a historical fiction book, OR
2. Read a history book of your choosing

History of British Isles
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in England, Scotland, Ireland or any of
Britain’s islands, OR
2. Read a book with a English, Scottish or Irish character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country or island in the British Isles

Indian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in India, OR
2. Read a book with a Indian character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or History book about India

Law Studies
1. Read a book with a character who is a lawyer, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about law or about any trial

Library Science
1. Read a fiction book of your choosing, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book of your choosing

Literature
1. Read a book from the classics genre (ex: Dracula, The Scarlett Letter, etc) OR
2. Read a biography about a classic author (ex: Victor Hugo, Nathaniel Hawthorne, etc)

Mathematics
1. Read a book with a number in the title, OR
2. Read a book about math or numbers (ex: Numerology/ Astrology)

Medicinal Studies
1. Read a book whose character is a doctor or a nurse or whose setting takes place partly in a
hospital, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about medicine, medical studies or diseases

Military Science
1. Read a book with a character who is in the army, navy, marines or any part of the military, OR
2. Read a book that has a war in it, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about the military, any military program or any war

Mythology
1. Read a book that includes mythology and/or any gods/goddesses of any mythology (gods or
goddesses can be reincarnations of the original god/goddess), OR
2. Read a book about any culture’s mythology (ex- Norse Mythology, Greek Mythology,
Egyptian Mythology), OR
3. Read a non-fiction book or history about any culture’s mythology (ex. How the mythology
came into being)

Oceanography/ Marine Science
1. Read a book that includes mermaids, OR
2. Read a book with a body of water, beach or beach/ocean item on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about oceans, ocean animals, ocean plants or any aspect of the ocean
or marine studies

Political Science
1. Read a book with a character who is a king, queen, president, dictator or somehow in politics,
OR
2. A book that has a monarchy in it (the book doesn’t have to be about the king or queen, but
can be about a peasant or person who lives during a monarchy), OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country’s monarchy or any king, queen,
president, dictator or politician

Psychology/ Psychiatry
1. Read a book with a character who is dealing with a psychological illness (ex: anorexia,
cutting, schizophrenia) or with a character who is a psychologist/psychiatrist who is treating
a patient, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about psychology or any psychological illness

Religious Studies
1. Read a religious fiction book of any religion, OR
2. Read a book with angels, demons, Heaven, Hell or a main character from Heaven or Hell in the book, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about any religion of your choosing

Sociology
1. Read a book whose character is in a club, social group or a social status, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about any aspect of sociology (social services, child welfare,
victims’ rights, women’s rights, etc.)

South American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in a South American country or any South
American Island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any South American country or Island

Veterinary Science/ Zoology
1. Read a book with shape-shifters, OR
2. Read a book with a character that is a veterinarian or where an animal plays a prominent role,
OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about zoology, veterinary science or any animal

Writing/Author
1. Read a book by a new to you Author, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book by a new to you Author

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Summary
Total Majors Covered :
Total Books Read


message 25: by Shilpa (last edited Aug 01, 2014 12:16PM) (new)

Shilpa | 3 comments I am doing a Bachelors degree for real so m going to opt for that choice here as well..
So Bachelor’s Degree- 20 majors/subjects it is! :)
DURATION- 5th April 2014-5th April 2015

1.Acting: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Harry Potter, #6) by J.K. Rowling 21/04/14
2.American History: Just One Day (Just One Day, #1) by Gayle Forman (Boston) 22/7/14
3.Asian History: A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini (Afghanistan) 16/6/14
4.Astronomy:
5.Business: Fifty Shades of Grey (Fifty Shades, #1) by E.L. James 30/04/14
6.Criminology: The Olympus Killer by Luke Christodoulou 7/5/14
7.Graphic Design: Explorers on the Moon (Tintin, #17) by Hergé
8.European History: Just One Year (Just One Day, #2) by Gayle Forman (Paris) 28/7/14
9.Indian History: When Only Love Remains by Durjoy Datta 21/6/14
10.Law Studies:The Case of the Fabulous Fake (Perry Mason Mysteries (Fawcett Books)) by Erle Stanley Gardner 6/04/14
11.Library Science: The Wedding by Nicholas Sparks 27/6/14
12.Matematics:
13.Mythology:
14.Military Science: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak 17/7/14
15.Education: The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events, #1) by Lemony Snicket 30/6/14
16.Writing: Blithe Images by Nora Roberts (Nora Roberts) 29/6/14
17.Literature: The Sign of Four (Sherlock Holmes, #2) by Arthur Conan Doyle 25/6/14
18.History:
19.Drama:
20.Computer Science: How I Braved Anu Aunty & Co-Founded A Million Dollar Company by Varun Agarwal (MC starts e-commerce store) 23/6/14

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SUMMARY:
15/20 DONE



message 26: by Shelly (last edited Aug 10, 2014 06:29PM) (new)

Shelly Bretheim (shellybre) | 20 comments Back to School
Date: 5/01/14 - 5/31/15
20/39

Acting Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer 4/26/2014

African Studies
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any African country, or African islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any African country or African island

American History Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay 4/25/2014

Art The Collector by Nora Roberts 4/26/2014

Archeology
1. Read a book that takes place in any ancient civilization (eg- Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece,
Ancient Egypt, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any ancient civilization

Asian History Sandstorm by James Rollins 5/1/2014

Astronomy
1. Read a book that takes place in space or includes aliens, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about astronomy, space, planets, stars, or any aspect ofspace (eg.
constellations, meteors, black holes, etc)

Australian History
1. Read a book whose character is Australian or that takes place (wholly orpartly) in Australia or
the Australian Islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Australia or any of its Islands

Business
1. Read a book where a character is in the business field or owns a company/business,OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about business or any aspect of business

Canadian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in Canada or any of its islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Canada or any of its islands

Chemistry Son of a Witch by Gregory Maguire 5/21/2014

Computer Science Dead Hunt by Beverly Connor 4/29/2014

Criminal Studies/Criminology The Family by Ed Sanders 5/7/2014

Dance/Music If I Stay by Gayle Forman 5/3/2014

Drama
1. Read a play by any playwright, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about drama, theater or any aspect of theater (ex- Costume Design,
Lighting, etc) or a biography of any playwright

Education The Neverending Story by Michael Ende 6/5/2014

European History Seven, Eight...Gonna Stay Up Late by Willow Rose 5/9/2014

Foreign Languages
1. Read a book that was originally published in a language different from your own (indicate
what language you speak and what language the book was originally published in), OR
2. Read a book in a different language (indicate your language and what language the book
you’re reading is in), OR
3. Read a non- fiction book about any language or a non-fiction book about linguistics or a
history book about languages or a non-fiction book in a different language, OR
(If choosing to read a n.f. book in a different language then indicate your language and what
language the book is in)

Food Science/Culinary Arts
1. Read a book with a character who is a chef, OR
2. Read a book with food on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about food or culinary arts

Graphic Design
1. Read a graphic novel or a comic book, Or
2. Read a non-fiction book about graphic design or comic book art

Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
1. Read a book whose character is into fitness and health, OR
2. Read a book with a character who is into sports or plays a sport, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about health, fitness or sports

History Natchez Burning by Greg Iles 5/27/2014

History of British Isles
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in England, Scotland, Ireland or any of
Britain’s islands, OR
2. Read a book with a English, Scottish or Irish character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country or island in the British Isles

Indian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in India, OR
2. Read a book with a Indian character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or History book about India

Law Studies
1. Read a book with a character who is a lawyer, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about law or about any trial

Library Science Ashes by Ilsa J. Bick 4/22/2014

Literature
1. Read a book from the classics genre (ex: Dracula, The Scarlett Letter, etc) OR
2. Read a biography about a classic author (ex: Victor Hugo, Nathaniel Hawthorne, etc)

Mathematics Six Years by Harlan Coben 4/28/2014

Medicinal Studies The Program by Suzanne Young 6/19/2014

Military Science
Maus, I: A Survivor's Tale: My Father Bleeds History by Art Spiegelman7/13/2014

Mythology
Grave Secrets by Kathy Reichs 6/30/2014

Oceanography/ Marine Science
1. Read a book that includes mermaids, OR
2. Read a book with a body of water, beach or beach/ocean item on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about oceans, ocean animals, ocean plants or any aspect of the ocean
or marine studies

Political Science
1. Read a book with a character who is a king, queen, president, dictator or somehow in politics,
OR
2. A book that has a monarchy in it (the book doesn’t have to be about the king or queen, but
can be about a peasant or person who lives during a monarchy), OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country’s monarchy or any king, queen,
president, dictator or politician

Psychology/ Psychiatry She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb 4/24/2014

Religious Studies
1. Read a religious fiction book of any religion, OR
2. Read a book with angels, demons, Heaven, Hell or a main character from Heaven or Hell in the book, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about any religion of your choosing

Sociology Cold Calls by Charles Benoit 5/8/2014

South American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in a South American country or any South
American Island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any South American country or Island

Veterinary Science/ Zoology Insatiable by Emily Kimelman 5/17/2014


Writing/Author
Orange Is the New Black by Piper Kerman 6/21/2014


message 27: by Diane T. (last edited May 06, 2014 10:27PM) (new)

Diane T. (tickledpink49) | 38 comments I follow Shelly so, count me in please :)

Back to School
Date: 04/25/14 - 04/25/15
6/39 Books


Acting
1. Read a book with a character who is an actor or involved in a play/movie, OR
2. Read a book that was made into a movie, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about acting

African Studies
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any African country, or African islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any African country or African island

American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in the United States, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about the United States or about any state in theUnited
States

Art
1. Read a book where the character is an artist, OR
2. Read a book that has a piece of artwork on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about art, art history or any art strategy/technique

Archeology
1. Read a book that takes place in any ancient civilization (eg- Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece,
Ancient Egypt, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any ancient civilization

Asian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any Asian country orAsian island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any Asian country or Asian island

Astronomy
1. Read a book that takes place in space or includes aliens, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about astronomy, space, planets, stars, or any aspect ofspace (eg.
constellations, meteors, black holes, etc)

Australian History
1. Read a book whose character is Australian or that takes place (wholly orpartly) in Australia or
the Australian Islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Australia or any of its Islands

Business
1. Read a book where a character is in the business field or owns a company/business. Their Virgin Captive by Shayla Black 04/26/14 (The three male leads own and run their own business)

Canadian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in Canada or any of its islands 10 Minutes From Home: Episodes 1-4 by Bill Howard 04/29/14

Chemistry
1. Read a book that includes witches, any person who mixes potions or a chemist, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about chemistry or witches

Computer Science
1. Read a book with a character who is computer savvy or whose career has to do with any
aspect of computer science (repair, maintenance, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about computer science or any aspect of Computers

Criminal Studies/Criminology
1. Read a book from the true crime, crime or murder mystery genre, Or
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any crime, criminal or any aspect of criminology (ex-
forensics, etc.)

Dance/Music
1. Read a book with a character who is a musician or a dancer, OR
2. Read a book with a musical instrument, a dancer or any aspect of music/dance (ex- notes,
dance shoes, tutus) on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about music, history of music, any musical instrument, dance, dance
styles, or history of dance

Drama
1. Read a play by any playwright, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about drama, theater or any aspect of theater (ex- Costume Design,
Lighting, etc) or a biography of any playwright

Education
1. Read any children’s chapter book, OR
2. Read any children’s non-fiction book

European History
1. Read a book that takes place in any European country, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any European Country

Foreign Languages
1. Read a book that was originally published in a language different from your own (indicate
what language you speak and what language the book was originally published in), OR
2. Read a book in a different language (indicate your language and what language the book
you’re reading is in), OR
3. Read a non- fiction book about any language or a non-fiction book about linguistics or a
history book about languages or a non-fiction book in a different language, OR
(If choosing to read a n.f. book in a different language then indicate your language and what
language the book is in)

Food Science/Culinary Arts
1. Read a book with a character who is a chef, OR
2. Read a book with food on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about food or culinary arts

Graphic Design
1. Read a graphic novel or a comic book, Or
2. Read a non-fiction book about graphic design or comic book art

Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
1. Read a book whose character is into fitness and health, OR
2. Read a book with a character who is into sports or plays a sport, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about health, fitness or sports

History
1. Read a historical fiction book, OR
2. Read a history book of your choosing

History of British Isles
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in England, Scotland, Ireland or any of
Britain’s islands, OR
2. Read a book with a English, Scottish or Irish character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country or island in the British Isles

Indian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in India, OR
2. Read a book with a Indian character, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or History book about India

Law Studies
1. Read a book with a character who is a lawyer, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about law or about any trial

Library Science
1. Read a fiction book of your choosing, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book of your choosing

Literature
1. Read a book from the classics genre (ex: Dracula, The Scarlett Letter, etc) OR
2. Read a biography about a classic author (ex: Victor Hugo, Nathaniel Hawthorne, etc)

Mathematics
1. Read a book with a number in the title, OR
2. Read a book about math or numbers (ex: Numerology/ Astrology)

Medicinal Studies
1. Read a book whose character is a doctor or a nurse or whose setting takes place partly in a hospital Lost and Found by Breanna Hayse 05/04/14 Main male character is Dr. Lance Callahan.

Military Science
1. Read a book with a character who is in the army, navy, marines or any part of the military, OR
2. Read a book that has a war in it, OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about the military, any military program or any war

Mythology
1. Read a book that includes mythology and/or any gods/goddesses of any mythology (gods or
goddesses can be reincarnations of the original god/goddess) The Harrowing by Alexandra Sokoloff 05/01/14 (A key part of the story revolved around a Jewish creation myth)

Oceanography/ Marine Science
1. Read a book that includes mermaids, OR
2. Read a book with a body of water, beach or beach/ocean item on the cover, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about oceans, ocean animals, ocean plants or any aspect of the ocean
or marine studies

Political Science
1. Read a book with a character who is a king, queen, president, dictator or somehow in politics,
OR
2. A book that has a monarchy in it (the book doesn’t have to be about the king or queen, but
can be about a peasant or person who lives during a monarchy), OR
3. Read a non-fiction or history book about any country’s monarchy or any king, queen,
president, dictator or politician

Psychology/ Psychiatry
1. Read a book with a character who is dealing with a psychological illness (ex: anorexia,
cutting, schizophrenia) or with a character who is a psychologist/psychiatrist who is treating
a patient, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about psychology or any psychological illness

Religious Studies
1. Read a religious fiction book of any religion, OR
2. Read a book with angels, demons, Heaven, Hell or a main character from Heaven or Hell in the book, OR
3. Read a non-fiction book about any religion of your choosing

Sociology
1. Read a book whose character is in a club, social group or a social status, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about any aspect of sociology (social services, child welfare,
victims’ rights, women’s rights, etc.)

South American History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in a South American country or any South
American Island, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any South American country or Island

Veterinary Science/ Zoology
1. Read a book with shape-shifters Brock by Kathi S. Barton 04/26/14 (Brock is a weretiger)

Writing/Author
1. Read a book by a new to you Author Carol Van Atta - I Kissed a Dog 04/29/14


message 28: by Diane T. (new)

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message 29: by Lisa (last edited Dec 22, 2014 04:13AM) (new)

Lisa 8/14-8/15
Majors

Acting
1. Evil Librarian 10-14-14
2. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 9-7-14
African Studies
1. A Girl Called Problem 9-28-14
American History
1. In the End 10-10-14
Art
1. Slammed 8-27-14
2. A Bad Boy Can Be good for a Girl 10-4-14
Archeology
1. Zel 9-2-14
Asian History
1. The Girl From the Well 10-7-14
Astronomy
1. In the After 9-14-15
Business
1. The Zoo At The Edge of the World 11-02-14
Canadian History
1. Salt and Storm 10-17-14
Chemistry
1. The Fever 9-21-14
Computer Science
1. Frozen 8-23-14
Criminal Studies/Criminology
1. Through to You 9-9-14
Dance/Music
1. If You Find Me 8-29-14
2. Baby 10-1-14
Education
1. Chasing the Milky Way 9-18-14
2. This Star Wont go Out by Esther Earl 12-5-14
European History
1. Anna and the French Kiss by Perkins 11-18-14
Foreign Languages
1. The Alchemist 11-8-14 english/spanish
Food Science/Culinary Arts
1. Let it Snow 12-15-14
2. Ballad of Lucy Whipple 8-25-14
Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
1. Until it Hurts to Stop 11-14-14
2. The Infinite Sea by Rick Yancey 12-7-14
History
1. Caged Graves 9-19-14
2. Christmas After All 10-20-14
History of British Isles
1. Before I Die 8-14-14
2. A Swift Pure Cry 10-5-14
Law Studies
1. Saving Lucas Biggs 11-11-14
Library Science
1. The Opposite of Love 9-30-14
Literature
1. Heart is a Lonely Hunter 9-24-14
Mathematics
1. One Eye Laughing 10-2-14
2. Rain Reign 10-18-14)
Medicinal Studies
1. Neverhome by Laird Hunt 11-25-14
Military Science
1. The Second Life of Abigail Walker 8-15-14
2. Liberty Letters by Nancy Le Sourd 12-9-14
Mythology
1. Love in the Time of Global Warming 10-4-14
2. The Night Tourist 10-12-14
Egyptian Mythology
Oceanography/ Marine Science
1. In a Glass Grimmly 12-19-14
2. Returning to Shore 10-26-14r
Political Science
1. The Spindlers 9-12-14
2.East 8-17-14
Psychology/ Psychiatry
1.The Vanishing Season 9-2-14
Religious Studies
1. Starbird Murphy and the World Outside 8-31-14
2. Rooms by Oliver 11-20-14
Sociology
1. Dont Look Back 10-11-14
American Island
Veterinary Science/ Zoology
1. Read a book with shape-shifters, OR
2. Mans Best Hero 9-25-14
Writing/Author
1. Meaning of Maggie-Megan Jean Sovern 8-18-14


message 30: by Lisa (new)

Lisa FINISHED!!!
Level-Masters

8/14-8/15
Majors

Acting
1. Evil Librarian 10-14-14
2. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn 9-7-14
African Studies
1. A Girl Called Problem 9-28-14
American History
1. In the End 10-10-14
Art
1. Slammed 8-27-14
2. A Bad Boy Can Be good for a Girl 10-4-14
Archeology
1. Zel 9-2-14
Asian History
1. The Girl From the Well 10-7-14
Astronomy
1. In the After 9-14-15
Business
1. The Zoo At The Edge of the World 11-02-14
Canadian History
1. Salt and Storm 10-17-14
Chemistry
1. The Fever 9-21-14
Computer Science
1. Frozen 8-23-14
Criminal Studies/Criminology
1. Through to You 9-9-14
Dance/Music
1. If You Find Me 8-29-14
2. Baby 10-1-14
Education
1. Chasing the Milky Way 9-18-14
2. This Star Wont go Out by Esther Earl 12-5-14
European History
1. Anna and the French Kiss by Perkins 11-18-14
Foreign Languages
1. The Alchemist 11-8-14 english/spanish
Food Science/Culinary Arts
1. Let it Snow 12-15-14
2. Ballad of Lucy Whipple 8-25-14
Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
1. Until it Hurts to Stop 11-14-14
2. The Infinite Sea by Rick Yancey 12-7-14
History
1. Caged Graves 9-19-14
2. Christmas After All 10-20-14
History of British Isles
1. Before I Die 8-14-14
2. A Swift Pure Cry 10-5-14
Law Studies
1. Saving Lucas Biggs 11-11-14
Library Science
1. The Opposite of Love 9-30-14
Literature
1. Heart is a Lonely Hunter 9-24-14
Mathematics
1. One Eye Laughing 10-2-14
2. Rain Reign 10-18-14)
Medicinal Studies
1. Neverhome by Laird Hunt 11-25-14
Military Science
1. The Second Life of Abigail Walker 8-15-14
2. Liberty Letters by Nancy Le Sourd 12-9-14
Mythology
1. Love in the Time of Global Warming 10-4-14
2. The Night Tourist 10-12-14
Egyptian Mythology
Oceanography/ Marine Science
1. In a Glass Grimmly 12-19-14
2. Returning to Shore 10-26-14r
Political Science
1. The Spindlers 9-12-14
2.East 8-17-14
Psychology/ Psychiatry
1.The Vanishing Season 9-2-14
Religious Studies
1. Starbird Murphy and the World Outside 8-31-14
2. Rooms by Oliver 11-20-14
Sociology
1. Dont Look Back 10-11-14
American Island
Veterinary Science/ Zoology
1. Read a book with shape-shifters, OR
2. Mans Best Hero 9-25-14
Writing/Author
1. Meaning of Maggie-Megan Jean Sovern 8-18-14


message 31: by Marina (last edited Dec 16, 2015 03:35AM) (new)

Marina (sonnenbarke) I'd like to try this one and I'll go for a Doctorate Degree :-)
Here's a rough list, subject to change. Some books are still TBD.

Duration: 01 Jan 2015 - 31 Dec 2015

Acting
Read a book that was made into a movie: Tender Is the Night
African Studies
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any African country, or African islands: The English Patient
American History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in the United States: The New York Trilogy
Art
Read a book where the character is an artist: The Time Traveler's Wife
Archeology
1. Read a book that takes place in any ancient civilization (eg- Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece,
Ancient Egypt, etc), OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about any ancient civilization
Asian History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in any Asian country or Asian island: Ali und Nino
Astronomy
Read a book that takes place in space or includes aliens: Mattatoio n. 5 o La crociata dei bambini (English: Slaughterhouse-Five)
Australian History
1. Read a book whose character is Australian or that takes place (wholly orpartly) in Australia or
the Australian Islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Australia or any of its Islands
Business
Read a book where a character is in the business field or owns a company/business: My Alien Self: My Journey Back to Me
Canadian History
1. Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in Canada or any of its islands, OR
2. Read a non-fiction or history book about Canada or any of its islands
Chemistry
Read a book that includes witches, any person who mixes potions or a chemist: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Computer Science
Read a book with a character who is computer savvy or whose career has to do with any
aspect of computer science (repair, maintenance, etc): Ready Player One
Criminal Studies/Criminology
Read a book from the true crime, crime or murder mystery genre: Maschere
Dance/Music
Read a book with a character who is a musician or a dancer: Can You Keep a Secret?
Drama
Read a play by any playwright: Measure for Measure
Education
Read any children’s chapter book: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
European History
Read a book that takes place in any European country: Un cuore così bianco (A Heart So White)
Foreign Languages
Read a book in a different language: The Colour of Magic (my language is Italian, the book is in English)
Food Science/Culinary Arts
Read a book with a character who is a chef: Il meccanico delle rose
Graphic Design
Read a graphic novel or a comic book: Persepolis
Health/ Physical Education/Fitness/ Sports Studies
Read a book with a character who is into sports or plays a sport: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
History
Read a historical fiction book: Outlander
History of British Isles
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in England, Scotland, Ireland or any of
Britain’s islands: Brave New World
Indian History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in India: Clear Light of Day
Law Studies
1. Read a book with a character who is a lawyer, OR
2. Read a non-fiction book about law or about any trial
Library Science
Read a fiction book of your choosing: The Giver
Literature
Read a book from the classics genre: La leggenda del santo bevitore (The Legend of The Holy Drinker)
Mathematics
Read a book with a number in the title: Tre donne cinesi (Three Chinese Women)
Medicinal Studies
Read a book whose character is a doctor or a nurse or whose setting takes place partly in a
hospital: The Radiant Way
Military Science
Read a non-fiction or history book about the military, any military program or any war: L'arte della guerra
Mythology
Read a book that includes mythology and/or any gods/goddesses of any mythology (gods or
goddesses can be reincarnations of the original god/goddess): American Gods
Oceanography/ Marine Science
Read a book with a body of water, beach or beach/ocean item on the cover: In the Name of the Father
Political Science
Read a book with a character who is a king, queen, president, dictator or somehow in politics: Neve (Snow)
Psychology/ Psychiatry
Read a non-fiction book about psychology or any psychological illness: Bipolar Breakthrough: The Essential Guide to Going Beyond Moodswings to Harness Your Highs, Escape the Cycles of Recurrent Depression, and Thrive with Bipolar II
Religious Studies
Read a religious fiction book of any religion: La sciamana di Chatsil
Sociology
Read a non-fiction book about any aspect of sociology (social services, child welfare,
victims’ rights, women’s rights, etc.): A Vindication of the Rights of Woman
South American History
Read a book that takes place (wholly or partly) in a South American country or any South
American Island: Gabriella garofano e cannella (Gabriela, Clove and Cinnamon)
Veterinary Science/ Zoology
Read a book with a character that is a veterinarian or where an animal plays a prominent role: Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens
Writing/Author
Read a book by a new to you Author: La shampista e altre storie d'amore

Books read: 32/39


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