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2018 July Monthly Challenge
2018 July Monthly Challenge0/10 Completed
01. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Just Stop Me by Rosalind James
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Secretly Hers by Jamie Beck
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Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries
OR
Return of the Highlander by Julianne MacLean
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ DIONYSUS: Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
Real Men Will by Victoria Dahl
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Last Kiss of Summer by Marina Adair
OR
The Bartender's Mail Order Bride by Cindy Caldwell
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~ Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
Shooter by Dahlia West
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Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett
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Meant to Be by Terri Osburn
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About That Fling by Tawna Fenske
04. Nude Recreation Week (2nd Week in July): Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
Power Play by Deirdre Martin
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No Breaking My Heart by Kate Angell
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Scrimmage Gone South by Alicia Hunter Pace
05. International Joke Day (July 1): Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
06. Shark Awareness Day (July 14): Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
Heat Stroke by Rachel Caine
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Moondance Beach by Susan Donovan
OR
Ex on the Beach by Kim Law
OR
Defiant by Pamela Clare
07. Global Hug Your Kids Day (July 16): Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller
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A Child Under His Tree by Allison Leigh
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A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods
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It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann
08. Hammock Day (July 22): Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie
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Wildflower Wedding by LuAnn McLane
09. International Day of Friendship (July 30): Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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~July Monthly Challenge~FINISHED 7/17
Challenges Completed: 6/6
1. 'J' is for July:
The Protector by Jodie Ellen Malpas (7/4) ★★
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: (Last in a series)
Obsidio by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff (7/17) ★★★
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: (Contemporary Romance)
The Air He Breathes by Brittainy C. Cherry (7/5) ★★★
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: (Sports)
The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata (7/13) ★★★★★
5. July 22 - Hammock Day:
The Wild Heir by Karina Halle (7/7) ★★★
6. Reader's Choice:
Clipped Wings by Helena Hunting (7/11) ★★★★
2018 July Monthly Challenge
10/10 completed
✓ 'J' is for July: Jock Row by Sara Ney (11/07) ★★★★
✓ Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Speakeasy by Sarina Bowen (08/07) ★★★
✓ Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Wicked Wish by Sawyer Bennett (13/07) ★★★
✓ 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Getting Schooled by Emma Chase (19/07) ★★★★
✓ July 1 - International Joke Day: Imperfect Chemistry by Mary Frame (02/07) ★★★
✓ July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Fall Hard by Zoe York (13/07) ★★
✓ July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Ruthless Protector by Sherilee Gray (03/07) ★★★
✓ July 22 - Hammock Day: Hard Hitter by Sarina Bowen (01/07) ★★★★
✓ July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Hot Asset by Lauren Layne (03/07) ★★★★
✓ Reader's Choice: Delivery Girl by Lily Kate (01/07) ★★
Read 10/101. 'J' is for July. Read a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J': To Marry the Duke 3/7
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses – DIONYSUS. Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series: Lady Rogue 7/7
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett. Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett: Max 13/7
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week. Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover: Tempt Me 11/7
5. July 1 - International Joke Day. Read a humorous book: Broomstick Breakdown 15/7
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day. Read a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover: Heart of the Deep 15/7
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day. Read a book that has a child in the storyline: The Bride 5/7
8. July 22 - Hammock Day. Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade: The Hunter 10/7
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship. Read a book that was recommended to you by a friend: The Duke and I 1/7
10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice: The Risk of Rogues 15/7
July Monthly Challenge [❌☆½]10/10 READ
❌1. 'J' is for July: Something in the Way by Jessica Hawkins (author name starts with J) 07/30 ☆☆☆☆☆
❌2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Kage Unmasked by Maris Black (book that is the last in a series) 07/06 ☆☆☆
❌3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Alex by Sawyer Bennett 07/18 ☆☆☆
❌4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Disgrace by Brittainy C. Cherry (mostly nude person on the cover) 07/08 ☆☆☆☆☆
❌5. July 1 - International Joke Day: The Hardest Fall by Ella Maise (someone smiling on the cover) 07/13 ☆☆☆☆
❌6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Ten Tiny Breaths by K.A. Tucker (water on the cover) 07/23 ☆☆☆☆
❌7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: What He Always Knew by Kandi Steiner (people hugging on the cover) 07/15 ☆☆☆☆
❌8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Beautiful Broken Rules by Kimberly Lauren 07/22 ☆☆☆☆
❌9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: When It Rains by Lisa De Jong (best friends on the storyline) 07/28 ☆☆☆☆
❌10. Reader's Choice: Still by Kennedy Ryan 07/04 ☆☆☆☆
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July Monthly ChallengeCompleted 10/10
✔️1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage by Jennifer Ashley - 05/07/2018✔️2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
X-Ops Exposed by Paige Tyler - 01/07/2018✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book shelved as Contemporary Romance
Rock Addiction by Nalini Singh - 09/07/2018✔️4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover
Bitten by Kelley Armstrong - 02/07/2018✔️5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
Undercover Princess by Suzanne Brockmann - 03/07/2018✔️6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book set near the water
Rock Hard by Nalini Singh - 13/07/2018✔️7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that has a child in the storyline
Dime Store Magic by Kelley Armstrong - 07/07/2018✔️8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
Stolen by Kelley Armstrong - 04/07/2018✔️9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book that was recommended to you by a friend
Rules for a Proper Governess by Jennifer Ashley - 07/07/2018✔️10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Killing Moon by Rebecca York - 01/07/2018
I am in for July!10/10
****1. Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Leaping Hearts 7/12/18
****2. Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
Chesapeake Blue 7/20/18
****3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
Off Limits 7/9/18
****4. Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
Their Kidnapped Bride 7/3/18
****5. Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
Seriously... I'm Kidding 7/3/18
****6. Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
Sea Swept 7/16/18
****7. Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
City of Glass 7/30/18
****8. Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
Bed of Roses 7/24/18
****9. Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
City of Ashes 7/25/18
****10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Rising Tides 7/18/18
Hey, this looks fun! I'm in...0/10
1. J Title/Author Initial:
2. Wine/Culinary/Ag/Final in Series:
3. Sawyer or Bennett Author Name/NC Setting/2013 Pub/Contemporary/Attorney MC:
4. Mostly Nude Cover/Sports/Recreation:
5. Humorous/Laughing or Smiling Cover Model:
6. Natural Threat/Water on Cover/Near Water Setting:
7. YA/Child Character/Hugging or Kissing on Cover:
8. Hammock Worthy Read:
9. Best Friends/Friend Rec:
10. Reader's Choice:
10/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'. A Lot like Love, Julie James, 7/12
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus
♥ Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series, Issued to the Bride One Soldier, Cora Seton, 7/17
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Roman, Sawyer Bennett, 7/19
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, Loving the Wounded Warrior, Adriana Anders, 7/15
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover. Banking the Billionaire, Max Monroe, 7/17
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, Low Pressure, Sandra Brown, 7/26
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that has a child in the storyline, Some Sort of Love, Melanie Harlow, 7/5
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade! Speakeasy, Sarina Bowen, 7/8
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend. Once Upon a Billionaire, Jessica Clare, 7/9
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Risking it All, Tessa Bailey 7/3
10/10 completed1. 'J' is for July: Read a book whose author's first name starts with 'J'.
Sell My Soul by Jade West - 7/27/182. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee - 7/11/183. FAC - Sawyer Bennett: Read a book shelved as Contemporary Romance.
Holiday Wishes by Jill Shalvis - 7/20/184. Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover.
Unlearned: Virgin and Professor Romance by Haley Pierce - 7/27/185. International Joke Day: Read a humorous book.
About That Kiss by Jill Shalvis - 7/26/186. Shark Awareness Day: Read a book set on or near the water.
Archangel's Shadows by Nalini Singh - 7/5/187. Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA.
Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy by Cassandra Clare - 7/16/188. Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
By Your Side by Kasie West 7/20/189. International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
History Is All You Left Me by Adam Silvera - 7/17/1810. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Tormented by Lee Mountford - 7/3/18
July Monthly Challenge1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'. - Strangers in Death J.D. Robb - 7/20
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS:
♥ Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series. - Delirious M.S. Force - 7/2
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett:
You may also read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance - Insidious Aleatha Romig - 7/12
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline. - Wrestling - Making Faces Amy Harmon - 7/25
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book - Master Bits & Mercenary Bites: Girls Night Lexi Blake - 7/9
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book set on or near the water. - Key West - Wilde Nights in Paradise Tonya Burrows - 7/15
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover. - The Arrangement 18: The Ferro Family H.M. Ward - 7/7
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade! - Loving Evangeline Linda Howard - 7/9
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend. - Love and Other Words Christina Lauren - 7/6
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. - A Rancher's Song Vivian Arend - 7/6
1. Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
7/63. Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
7/14. Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
7/1210. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
7/15
I'M IN!1. 'J' is for July - Heaven on Earth - Jayne Rylon - 10 JULY
2. last in a series - Beautiful - Christina Lauren - 6 JULY
3. Contemporary Romance - Betrayal - Aleatha Romig - 9 JULY
4. mostly nude person on the cover - Her Forbidden Risk - Tori St. Claire - 8 JUNE
5. humorous book - Chef Sugarlips - Tawna Fenske - 1 JULY
6. water on the cover - Secrets of a Summer Night - Lisa Kleypas - 3 JULY
7. kissing on the cover - The Real Deal - Lauren Blakely - 11 JULY
8. perfect for kicking back - Still Waters - Jayne Rylon - 18 JULY
9. recommended by a friend - Sometimes I Lie - Alice Feeney - 8 JULY
10. Reader's Choice - Throne of Truth - Pepper Winters - 15 JULY
July Monthly Challenge1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series. Embers by Suzanne Wright 7.3
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
" shelved as Contemporary Romance The Wife Arrangement by Penny Wylder 7.30
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4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline. Sico by Esther E Schmidt 7.22
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover. Hyde and Seek by Layla Frost 7.26
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
"8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade! Aint Doin It by Lani Lynn Vale 7.9
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9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline,Ballers Secret Baby by Normandie Allen 7.29
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Moon Called by Patricia Briggs 7.12
July Monthly ChallengeTimeframe: 7/1/18 to 7/31/18
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1. 'J' is for July - Author's first name starts with J - Author Jackie Ashenden - Make It Hurt - 7/12/18 ♥♥♥
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses – DIONYSUS - Last (or most current) in a series - Spurred On by Sabrina York - 7/11/18 ♥♥♥♥
Sadly, this seems to be the ending of the series—the epilogue pretty much wrapped everything up.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett - Hawke by Sawyer Bennett - 7/28/18 ♥♥♥
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week - Sports as a part of the storyline - Can't Buy Me Love by Molly O'Keefe - 7/13/18 ♥♥♥
Luc is a professional hockey player—the Ice Man.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day - Humorous book - Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews - 7/15/18 ♥♥♥♥
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day - Includes some sort of threat from nature - Christmas in Kilts by Terri Brisbin - 7/3/18 ♥♥♥♥
Most of these stories were about couples who were stranded because of snowstorms.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day – Has a child in the storyline - The Nightingale Sisters by Donna Douglas - 7/6/18 ♥♥♥♥
Violet’s son Oliver is the reason she must keep their identity a secret.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day - Perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade - Hot Asset by Lauren Layne - 7/17/18 ♥♥♥♥♥
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship - Best friends in the storyline - The Last Suppers by Diane Mott Davidson - 7/7/18 ♥♥♥♥
Goldy enlists her best friend and matron-of-honor Marla to help when Tom is missing.
10. Reader's Choice - Any book - Peach Pies and Alibis by Ellery Adams - 7/8/18 ♥♥♥
*****CHALLENGE COMPLETE 7/28/18*****
10/101. Read a book whose author's first name starts with 'J'. - Creative Process - Jul14 - 4*
2. Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry - Bottled Up - Jul12 - 4*
3. Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name - From the Depths - Jul8 - 4*
4. Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover -His Leading Man - Jul21 - 4*
5. Read a humorous book - C*cky Writer - Jul6 - 4*
6. Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover - Pipelines in Paradise - Jul10 - 4*
7. Read a book that is shelved as YA - Sam Dorsey And His Dirty Dancing - Jul9 - 4*
8. Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade! - The Bucket List - Jul29 - 5*
9. Read a book with best friends in the storyline, - Nobody's Butterfly - Jul26 - 4*
10. Reader's Choice: Love in Spades - Jul17 - 5*
I'm in!...10/10 Completed July 29
1. 'J' is for July: A Touch of Persuasion by Janice Maynard July 24, 4 stars
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: A Marine for Christmas by Beth Andrews July 29, 2 stars
3. MC is a lawyer: A Man of Privilege by Sarah M. Anderson July 7, 4 stars
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Lethal Lover by Laura Gordon July 22, 4 stars
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Undead and Unwed by MaryJanice Davidson July 21, 5 stars
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Sea of Love by Susan Donovan July 14, 5 stars
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Dad in Disguise by Kate Little July 27, 2.5 stars
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Sixth Grave on the Edge by Darynda Jones July 16, 5 stars
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting July 11, 4 stars
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Now That You Mention It by Kristan Higgins July 6, 5 stars
My fun in the sun July reading spot 24! Stats 10/10✔
1. 'J' is for July:
Just like That
Nicola Rendell • Read 07/24/18 5*✔
2. DIONYSUS: Most current in series
Highland Wrath
(The Mercenary Maidens 03) Madeline Martin • Read 07/09/18 4*✔
3. FAC - Sawyer Bennett:
Off Duty
(Off 05.6) Sawyer Bennett • Read 07/18/18 4* (Read in anthology
Night Shift: Dirty Things Happen in the Dark
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4. Nude Recreation Week: Gambling & Bare Shoulders ;):
Even Money
(All In Duet 01) Alessandra Torre • Read 07/26/18 5*✔
5. International Joke Day:
Before Jamaica Lane
(On Dublin Street 03) Samantha Young • Read 07/17/18 4*✔
6. Shark Awareness Day:
Heaven and Hell
(Heaven and Hell 01) Kristen Ashley • Read 07/30/18 4*✔
7. Global Hug Your Kids Day:
Kissing Tolstoy
(Dear Professor 01) Penny Reid • Read 07/07/18 4*✔
8. Hammock Day:
INK: A Love Story on 7th and Main
Elizabeth Hunter • Read 07/15/18 5*✔
9. International Day of Friendship:
Double Down
(All In Duet 02) Alessandra Torre • Read 07/28/18 5*✔
10. Reader's Choice:
Broken Edge
(The Edge 03) CD Reiss • Read 07/09/18 5*
uly Monthly Challenge1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
July Monthly Challenge10/10 COMPLETED
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
by Jill Shalvis, read 07/11, 3 stars2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series
by Eden Finley, read 07/08, 3.5 stars3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read a book set in North Carolina
by Virginia Kantra, read 07/20, 4 stars4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline
by Jaci Burton, read 07/11, 4 stars5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book
by Alice Clayton, read 07/07, 3 stars6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover
by Toby Neal, read 07/18, 3 stars7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover
by Helen Hoang, read 07/19, 5 stars8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
by Sarah Morgan, read 07/15, 4 stars9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book that was recommended to you by a friend
by Debra Webb, read 07/06, 4 stars10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
by Christina Lauren, read 07/12, 4 stars
Count me in please! 5/10 again for the month... I have no idea how July will shape up!
8/10 Done! WOOHOO!
1. 'J' is for July:
Sleeping Beauty by Judith Ivory
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS:
Can't Stand the Heat (restaurant owner) This'll be an August read now... :\
Alex (featured author)
Pucked (much more naked!)
Grin and Beard It (smile word on cover)
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day:
On the Island (satisfies all three!)
The Nightingale (children in story)
Someone to Watch Over Me
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship:
Shacking Up (friends)
The Matchmaker's Playbook
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1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'. 
or other2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
or other3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
or other4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
July ChallengeREAD: 10/8
✔1. 'J' is for July. Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J':
The Heist - Janet Evanovich 7/5
✔2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses – DIONYSUS. Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series:
Eight Simple Rules for Dating a Dragon - Kerrelyn Spark (most current) 7/7
✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author: book set in North Carolina or published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or with a MC who is an attorney.
Blade of Darkness - Dianne Duvall 7/14
✔4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week. Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover
The Darkest Warrior - Gena Showalter 7/7
✔5. July 1 - International Joke Day. Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover:
Crouching Buzzard, Leaping Loon - Donna Andrews 7/13
✔6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day. Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover:
The Ice Twins - S.K. Tremayne 7/27
✔7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day. Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover:
Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow - Jessica Townsend 7/16
✔8. July 22 - Hammock Day. Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade:
Everything and the Moon - Julia Quinn 7/21
✔9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship. Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend:
The Real Deal - Lucy Monroe 7/20
✔10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice:
The Earl of Brass - Kara Jorgensen 7/10
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
Mama Spot!!! 1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
July Monthly Challenge1. 'J' is for July:
1/6/18 ★★★2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - Dionysus. ♥ that is related to agriculture.
2/6/18 ★★3. Author - Sawyer Bennett.
3/6/18 ★★★ 4. Nude Recreation:
5/6/18 ★★★★5. International Joke Day: Read a humorous book.
2/6/18 ★★★★★6. Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that set near the water.
2/6/18 ★★★★★7. Global Hug Your Kids Day: that has a child in the story.
1/6/18 ★★★8. Hammock Day: that would be perfect for kicking back and relaxing.
3/6/18 ★★★★9. Day of Friendship:
4/6/18 ★★★10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
6/6/18 ★★★
I'm in!1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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.
Upon completion, please repost your challenge as it helps when updating; you may update your original challenge as or go or repost if you choose.
Romance Readers Reading Challenges2018 July Monthly Challenge
Duration: 7/1/2018 - 7/31/2018
Progress: 10 out of 10
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J':
News of the World by Paulette Jiles - ***** - 7/8/2018 - 209 Pages
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series:
The Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd - ***** - 7/23/2018 - 343 Pages - Related to Agriculture
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name.
Sugar Daddy by Sawyer Bennett - *** - 7/13/2018 - 220 Pages
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline:
Pleasure of a Dark Prince by Kresley Cole - ***** - 7/23/2018 - 431 Pages
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover:
Sweet Tea and Sympathy by Molly Harper - ***** - 7/9/2018 - 307 Pages - Humorous book
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover:
Grendel by John Gardner - *** - 7/25/2018 - 174 Pages - Set near water
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue - **** - 7/11/2018 - 380 Pages - Child in Storyline
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
Bream Gives Me Hiccups by Jesse Eisenberg - **** - 7/17/2018 - 273 Pages
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend:
Still Alice by Lisa Genova - ***** - 7/25/2018 - 292 Pages - Recommended by a friend
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice:
Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - **** - 7/18/2018 - 589 Pages
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.
Upon completion, please repost your challenge as it helps when updating; you may update your original challenge as or go or repost if you choose.
Happy Reading!!
Progress: 9/10yay, count me in for all 10! let me know if any issues with any of my choices.
9. Read a book that was recommended to you by a friend - Bright Side by Kim Holden
Read: 5/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS
♥ Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
7/31/183. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett:
Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name.
7/8/184. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day:
Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
7/16/189. July 30 - International Day of Friendship:
Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
7/4/1810. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
7/28/18
July 2018 Challenge1/7/18 – 31/7/18
0/10
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
July Monthly ChallengeRead: 0 out 9
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'. Rising Vincent and Eve by Jessica Ruben
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series. Blood Match by K.A. Linde
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Alex by Sawyer Bennett
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline. Trust Fund by Skye Warren
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover. The Wager by Rachel Van Dyken
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover. SKIP
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover. Cheat Codes by Emily Goodwin
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade! Love and Luck by Jenna Evans
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend. TBA
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. TBA
I’m in ...July Monthly Challenge
8/8
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
✔️2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series ~ The Terminal Diner ~ 7/16/18
✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name ~ The Hard Truth About Sunshine ~ 7/6 18
✔️4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week ~ Hour of Need ~ Ice Skating ~ 7/14/18
5. July 1 - International Joke Day ~
✔️6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day ~ The Perfection of the Glass Lemons ~ 7/15/18
✔️7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day ~ The Truth About Drew ~ 7/17/18
✔️8. July 22 - Hammock Day ~ The Awakening ~ 7/20/18
✔️9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship ~ In Polyester Pajamas ~ 7/ /18
✔️10. Reader's Choice ~ The Sinner 7/20/18
I'm in:10/10 completed
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J': Julien by Ella Frank - 7/25 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series: Saddle Up by A.M. Arthur - 7/12 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney: Late in the Day by Mary Calmes (Contemporary) - 7/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline: In The Rough by Sara Brookes - 7/13 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover: Worth Fighting For by Wendy Qualls - 7/21 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover: Galaxies and Oceans by N.R. Walker - 7/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover: The Alpha's Widower by Susi Hawke - 7/25 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade: Not His Kiss to Take by Finn Marlowe - 7/18 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend: Shiver by Jocelynn Drake and Rinda Elliott 7/8 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice: The Forbidden Alpha by Anna Wineheart - 7/2 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
July Monthly ChallengeCompleted: 10/10
1. 'J' is for July: Too Wilde to Wed by Eloisa James 7/20
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Iron Princess by Meghan March 7/11
3. FAC author - Sawyer Bennett: Marek by Sawyer Bennett 7/18
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Royally Endowed by Emma Chase 7/13
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Three Blind Dates by Meghan Quinn 7/16
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: When We Met by Susan Mallery 7/20
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: The Air He Breathes by Brittainy C. Cherry 7/4
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Hot Cop by Laurelin Paige & Sierra Simone 7/12
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Unmasked by Stefanie London 7/22
10. Reader's Choice: Wicked and the Wallflower by Sarah MacLean 7/7
July Monthly Challenge
July 2018
MY July Monthly Challenge (msg 42)
10 of 10 Completed
✔1. 'J' is for July:
🌸Read a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'
🌸Solid Soul - Brenda Jackson - 07.10 ★★★
✔2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS:
🌸Read a book that is the last (or most current) in a series
🌸Nobody But You - Jill Shalvis - 07.29 ★★★★
✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett:
🌸Read a book written by Sawyer Bennett
🌸Love - Sawyer Bennett - 07.21 ★★★★
✔4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week:
🌸Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover
🌸Beyond Pain - Kit Rocha - 07.25 ★★★★
✔5. July 1 - International Joke Day:
🌸Read a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover
🌸Love After Dark - Marie Force - 07.12 ★★★★
✔6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day:
🌸Read a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover
🌸Risky Business - Nora Roberts - 07.14 ★★★★
✔7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day:
🌸Read a book that is shelved as YA
🌸Cress - Marissa Meyer - 07.07 ★★★★
✔8. July 22 - Hammock Day:
🌸Read a book perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade
🌸Dirty Deeds - Misty Evans - 07.01 ★★★
✔9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship:
🌸Read a book that was recommended to you by a friend
🌸It's in His Kiss - Julia Quinn - 07.30 ★★★★
✔10. Reader's Choice:
🌸Read any book of your choice
🌸Bad Dreams - J.D. Faver - 07.05 ★★★
JulyCompleted: 0/10
1. Quinn by Iris Johansen
2. Wired by Julie Garwood
3. Jezebel by Koko Brown
4. Highland Vow by Hannah Howell
5. Troubles and Treats by Tara Sivec
6. Air Bound by Christine Feehan
7. The Beast Within by Jonathan Yanez
8. Danse Macabre by Laurell K. Hamilton
9. Windows by Billy London
10. My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman
July Monthly ChallengeJuly 1st - July 31st
0/10 Completed
1. 'J' is for July: Justice for Milena by Susan Stoker
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: (most current) in a series: Shelter for Blythe by Susan Stoker
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Reed by Sawyer Bennett
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week - book with sports: Marek by Sawyer Bennett
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day - child in the storyline: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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RRRC July Monthly Challenge10/10
1. 'J' is for July:
Read a book whose author's first name starts with 'J'.
Lost and Found Sisters Jill Shalvis 7/3/18
2. Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry.
(vineyard owner/worker) Rainy Day Friends Jill Shalvis 7/4/18
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett:
Read a book set in North Carolina.
Made for You Melissa Marr 7/7/18
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week:
Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover.
JAMISON Olivia Chase 7/6/185. July 1 - International Joke Day:
Read a book that has someone smiling on the cover.
Breakout Stephanie Kay 7/9/18 6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day:
Read a book with water on the cover.
The House at Saltwater Point Colleen Coble 7/5/187. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that has a child in the storyline.
Red Lily Nora Roberts 7/2/18
8. July 22 - Hammock Day:
Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
Not That I Could Tell Jessica Strawser 7/8/18
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship:
Read a book with best friends in the storyline.
Bully Penelope Douglas 7/11/18
10. Reader's Choice:
Read any book of your choice.
Thrown By Love Pamela Aares 7/3/18
I'm in!uly Monthly Challenge
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
2018 July Monthly ChallengeRead: 8/8 JULY 31, 2018
1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J'.
Jet-Setting Escort, Book 1 - Monique DuBois 7-26-18
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Read a book that is the last in a series.
Steel's Edge - Ilona Andrews 7-8-18
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read any book shelved as Contemporary Romance.
Hot as Puck - Lili Valente 7-26-18
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a mostly nude person on the cover.
Trust Fund - Skye Warren 7-30-187. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that has a child in the storyline.
One Fell Sweep - Ilona Andrews 7-13-18
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
Rookie Mistake - Tracey Ward 7-31-18
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline.
A Princess in Theory - Alyssa Cole 7-25-18
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
My Unfair Lady - Kathryne Kennedy 7-28-18
July Monthly Challenge10/10 read
Done!
[1.7.] 1. 'J' is for July: Practice Makes Perfect by Jay Northcote
[1.7.] 6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: New York 2140 by Kim Stanley Robinson
[4.7.] 8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Six Wakes by Mur Lafferty
[6.7.] 9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Out of the Blackness by Carter Quinn
[7.7.] 4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Mister Bridesmaid by Ivy Oliver
[11.7.] 5. July 1 - The Life of Graham by Bob McCabe
[14.7.] 7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Kuokkavieraat by Jari Salonen
[17.7.] 10. Reader's Choice: Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch
[18.7.] 2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Trick Play by Eden Finley
[22.7.] 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Fresh Catch by Kate Canterbary
2018 July Monthly Challenge1/10 Completed
01. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
Just Stop Me by Rosalind James
OR
Secretly Hers by Jamie Beck
OR
Only a Duke Will Do by Sabrina Jeffries
OR
Return of the Highlander by Julianne MacLean
02. Olympian Gods and Goddesses ~ DIONYSUS: Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
Real Men Will by Victoria Dahl
OR
Last Kiss of Summer by Marina Adair
OR
The Bartender's Mail Order Bride by Cindy Caldwell
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~ Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
Shooter by Dahlia West
OR
Anywhere You Are by Elisabeth Barrett
OR
Meant to Be by Terri Osburn
OR
About That Fling by Tawna Fenske
04. Nude Recreation Week (2nd Week in July): Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
05. International Joke Day (July 1): Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
06. Shark Awareness Day (July 14): Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
Heat Stroke by Rachel Caine
OR
Moondance Beach by Susan Donovan
OR
Ex on the Beach by Kim Law
OR
Defiant by Pamela Clare
07. Global Hug Your Kids Day (July 16): Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
A Stone Creek Christmas by Linda Lael Miller
OR
A Child Under His Tree by Allison Leigh
OR
A Christmas Blessing by Sherryl Woods
OR
It Had to Be Him by Tamra Baumann
08. Hammock Day (July 22): Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
Shifter in Paradise by Susan Kearney
OR
Wildflower Wedding by LuAnn McLane
09. International Day of Friendship (July 30): Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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1/101. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
Captain Rose’s Redemption - Georgie Lee (HH #1379 - June 2018) - July 2
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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July Monthly ChallengeCompleted: 5/10
1. 'J' is for July:
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS:
7/9🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟3. Featured Author Challenge:
7/16🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week:
7/4🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟5. July 1 - International Joke Day:
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day:
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day:
8. July 22 - Hammock Day:
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship:
7/5🌟🌟🌟🌟10. Reader's Choice:
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1. 'J' is for July: Read a book that starts with 'J' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J'.
2. Olympian Gods and Goddesses - DIONYSUS: Dionysus was primarily known as the God of the Vine. Upon reaching adulthood, Dionysus wandered the Earth, teaching men the culture of the vine. Dionysus was the last god to enter Olympus.
♥ Read a book that is somehow related to the wine industry (vineyard owner/worker, bar or restaurant owner, caterer, etc.) or agriculture, or a book that is the last (or most current) in a series.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Sawyer Bennett: Read one book written by Sawyer Bennett or any author with her first or last name. Link to Sawyer Bennett's backlist- https://www.goodreads.com/author/list...
Fun Facts about Sawyer Bennett:
♥ Sawyer lives in North Carolina
♥ She published her first novel in 2013
♥ She writes Contemporary Romance, from NA to erotic
♥ She is a former trial attorney
♥ Sawyer also writes general and women’s fiction under the pen name S. Bennett and sweet romance under the name Juliette Poe.
You may also read a book set in North Carolina, or by an author who is from North Carolina. You can also read any book published in 2013, or shelved as Contemporary Romance, or a book written as Juliette Poe or S. Bennett, or a book with a MC who is an attorney.
4. 2nd Week in July - Nude Recreation Week: Read a book with a nude or mostly nude person on the cover, or a book with sports or some other form of recreation as a part of the storyline.
5. July 1 - International Joke Day: Read a humorous book or a book that has someone laughing or smiling on the cover.
6. July 14 - Shark Awareness Day: Read a book that includes some sort of threat from nature, or a book set on or near the water or with water on the cover.
7. July 16 - Global Hug Your Kids Day: Read a book that is shelved as YA or has a child in the storyline, or a book with people hugging or kissing on the cover.
8. July 22 - Hammock Day: Read a book that would be perfect for kicking back and spending the day in a hammock in the shade!
9. July 30 - International Day of Friendship: Read a book with best friends in the storyline, or one that was recommended to you by a friend.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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.
Upon completion, please repost your challenge as it helps when updating; you may update your original challenge as or go or repost if you choose.
Happy Reading!!