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October Monthly Challenge
October 1-31

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Vivian’s backlist
Fun Facts about Vivian
* Vivian Arend is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 50 contemporary and paranormal romance books
* Her books can be read as standalones and have no cliffhangers.
* She lives in B.C. Canada with her husband of many years and a fluffy attack Shih-tzu named Luna
* Outdoor experiences figure prominently in her work partly because she’s traveled extensively with family – to places with and without running water
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

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.
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October Monthly Challenge
October 1-31
Read: 10/10

☀️ 1. 'O' is for October: Off Chance, Sawyer Bennett ★★★ 10/13
👩 2. GODDESSES-HESTIA-sisters/brothers: Little Black Book of Murder, Nancy Martin ★★★ 10/24
🌴 3. FAC-Water on cover: For the Love of Lilah, Nora Roberts ★★★★ 10/4
🎀 4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Honest Illusions, Nora Roberts ★★★★ 10/28
😊 5. Mad Hatter Day: Easy Love, Kristen Proby ★★★★ 10/1
🌻 6. Old Farmers’ Day-outdoor scene: Starstruck, Brenda Hiatt ★★★ 10/7
👍 7. Bosses Day: Driven, K. Bromberg ★★★ 10/9
💀 8. Frankenstein Friday-18k+ ratings: Into the Deep, Samantha Young ★★★★ 10/16
🎃 9. Halloween: The Reception, J.R. Ward ★★★★ 10/24
🎁 10. Reader's Choice: The Pharaoh Key, Douglas Preston ★★★ 10/12

2018 October Monthly Challenge

10/10 completed

✓ 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
☀️ Oh, Henry by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff (01/10) ★★★

✓ OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story.
👩 The Libby Garrett Intervention by Kelly Oram (06/10) ★★

✓ Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend: Read a book that has water (any form) on the cover.
🌴 Allegiant by Veronica Roth (17/10) ★★★


✓ Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.
🎀 The Darkest Whisper by Gena Showalter (12/10) ★★★★ - male MC suffers as he is the keeper of the demon Doubt.

✓ Mad Hatter Day-October 6: Read a fun/funny book.
😊 Pick Six by Max Monroe (16/10) ★★★

✓ Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.
🌻 Unspeakable by Sandra Brown (15/10) ★★★★


✓ Bosses Day-October 16: Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.
👍 Do Not Respond by M.R. Field (08/10) ★★

✓ Frankenstein Friday-October 26: Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.
💀 Let the Right One In by John Ajvide Lindqvist (12/10) ★★★

✓ Halloween-October 31: Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.
🎃 Pipe Dreams by Sarina Bowen (10/10) ★★★ - 324 pages (Kindle Edition)

✓ Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
🎁 Bishop by Sawyer Bennett (05/10) ★★★

2018 October Monthly Challenge



0/10 Completed


01. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
An Officer and a Rebel by Cindi Madsen
OR
Celta Cats by Robin D. Owens
OR
Home to Stay by Terri Osburn
02. OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES ~ HESTIA: Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story.
Call Me Wild by Robin Kaye
OR
Courting Carolina by Janet Chapman
OR
Star Shadows by Colby Hodge
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Vivian Arend: Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.
OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.
It's a Wonderful Wife by Janet Chapman
OR
Hot & Bothered by Susan Andersen
OR
Ex on the Beach by Kim Law
04. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.
Simply Love by Mary Balogh
OR
The Chase by Lynsay Sands
OR
Full Blast by Janet Evanovich and Charlotte Hughes
05. Mad Hatter Day (October 6): Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR any book that makes you smile.
High Five by Janet Evanovich
OR
Nobody But You by Jill Shalvis
OR
It Had to Be Love by Tamra Baumann
06. Old Farmers’ Day (October 12): Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.
Montana Morning by Jill Limber
OR
The Bridegroom by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Colorado Promise by Charlene Whitman
07. Bosses Day (October 16): Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book that features a workplace of any kind.
Joyfully His: A Novella by Jamie Beck
OR
A Simple Heart: A Cupid Falls Novella by Holly Jacobs
OR
Shooter by Dahlia West
OR
Just Stop Me by Rosalind James
08. Frankenstein Friday (October 26): Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.
Tiger Striped by Jennifer Ashley
OR
Silence Fallen by Patricia Briggs
OR
Her Fierce Warrior by Paige Tyler
OR
Burn Bright by Patricia Briggs
09. Halloween (October 31): Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.
When Sparks Fly by Sabrina Jeffries
OR
Christmas in Destiny by Toni Blake
OR
Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Let Sleeping Rogues Lie by Sabrina Jeffries
OR
The Countess Conspiracy by Courtney Milan


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yay i'm in!

progress 10/10

✔️ 1. Read a book that starts with 'O' -Beautiful Bad Man by Ellen O'Connell - October 17 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️ 2. Read a book that features siblings -Pride by Ibi Zoboi- October 10 ⭐️⭐️

✔️ 3. Standalone book - Indigo by Beverly Jenkins - October 12 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️ 4. Read a book with pink on the cover - The Swedish Prince by Karina Halle - October 24 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️ 5. Read a fun/funny book - With a Twist by Staci Hart - October 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️ 6. Cover with an outdoor scene - Play of Passion by Nalini Singh - October 12 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️ 7. Read a book where any character is a boss - - Dirty Headlines by L.J. Shen - October 15⭐️⭐️

✔️ 8. Read a book that has at least 1800 ratings - The Sapphire Affair by Lauren Blakely - October 09 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️ 9. Read a book that has the number 3 or 1 in the page count - Rebel by Skye Jordan - October 11 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

✔️ 10. Read any book of your choice - Bonds of Justice by Nalini Singh - October 7 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I'm in too

I'm in!
10/10

1. 'O' is for October: Out of the Shadows, K.C. Wells, 10/1

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA:
👩 Read a book where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story Speechless, Kim Fielding, 10/1

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
read a book set in Canada - Buzz, E. Davies, 10/3

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 🎀Read a book with pink on the cover. Evergreen Springs, RaeAnne Thayne, 10/4

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: Read a fun/funny book Too Stupid to Live, Anne Tenino, 10/4

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured Nowhere Ranch, Heidi Cullinan, 10/6

7. Bosses Day-October 16: Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind - Sixty Five Hours, N.R. Walker 10/2

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: read a book that has at least 1800 ratings. Red Dirt Heart 2, N.R. Walker, 10/1

9. Halloween-October 31: Read a book w that has any holiday that takes place during the story Grumble Monkey and the Department Store Elf, B.G. Thomas, 10/7

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice. Made Mine: A Protectors / Made Marian Crossover, Sloane Kennedy 10/11

7/10 Completed


1. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2. OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES ~ HESTIA: Read a book that features siblings.

Lady Midnight by Cassandra Clare -10/5/18

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Vivian Arend: Read a book that’s a standalone read.

Coaching Rayna by Pebbles Lacasse - 10/12/18

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.

Quiver For Me by J.L. Beck - 10/18/18

5. Mad Hatter Day: Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’ Day: Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day: Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

Fifty Shades Freed by E.L. James - 10/11/18

8. Frankenstein Friday: Read any book that has a scary/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

Archangel's Viperby Nalini Singh - 10/31/18

9. Halloween: Read a book that has any holiday that takes place during the story.

Bedfellows by Lola Leighton - 10/13/18

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

- DESTINY by Taylor Brent - 10/16/18

Reserved for me!

My aim is to read 4-5 books in the month of October.

1. 'O' is for October:
Read a book that starts with 'O'
or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA:
Read a book that features siblings
OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
Read a book written by Vivian Arend
or any author with her first or last name.
OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read,
set in Canada
or has water (any form) on the cover.

✔️4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
Read a book with pink on the cover.
Sex, Murder And A Double Latte by Kyra Davis
— pink on the cover —
10.10.18
3/5

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6:
Read a fun/funny book
OR a book set in Colorado
OR a any book that makes you smile.

✔️6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12:
Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured.
Dark Places by Gillian Flynn
— The Day family owns/lives on a ranch in Kentucky. —
17.10.18
4/5

✔️7. Bosses Day-October 16:
Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad.
Escaping from Houdini by Kerri Maniscalco
— Mephistopheles, the ringmaster, is a good boss to his employees at The Moonlight Carnival. —
24.10.18
3.5/5

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26:
Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine)
OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

✔️9. Halloween-October 31:
Read a book that has any has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.
Prince of Dorkness by Tim Collins
— Page count is 223 —
01.10.18
4.5/5

10. Reader's Choice:
Read any book of your choice.

— —
TOTAL: 4/4

October Monthly Challenge
October 1-31

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Vivian’s backlist
Fun Facts about Vivian
* Vivian Arend is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 50 contemporary and paranormal romance books
* Her books can be read as standalones and have no cliffhangers.
* She lives in B.C. Canada with her husband of many years and a fluffy attack Shih-tzu named Luna
* Outdoor experiences figure prominently in her work partly because she’s traveled extensively with family – to places with and without running water
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice.

I always go for all 10, then see how many fall into place.

October Monthly Challenge
Timeframe: 10/1/18 to 10/31/18
10/10

1. 'O' is for October - Starts with 'O' - On the Line by Liz Lincoln - 10/25/18 ♥♥♥♥


2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA - MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story - Lucky Boy by Shanthi Sekaran - 10/14/18 ♥♥♥

Soli is an illegal alien in the U.S. and trying to make a living and raise her son until the government gets involved.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend - Written by Vivian Arend - Rocky Mountain Angel by Vivian Arend - 10/9/18 ♥♥♥♥


4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Character who suffers in some way AND where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening - Thankless in Death by J.D. Robb - 10/7/18 ♥♥♥♥♥
Thankless in Death
Many characters suffer at the hands of the torturer/murderer, PLUS Eve stops him from killing his latest victim.


5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6 - Set in Colorado (Eternity Springs) - Lover's Leap by Emily March - 10/13/18 ♥♥♥


6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12 - Cover showing outdoor scene – The Amazing Mrs. Pollifax by Dorothy Gilman - 10/23/18 ♥♥♥♥♥


7. Bosses Day-October 16 - Any character is a boss--good or bad AND features a workplace of any kind - Love without a Compass by Lindy Zart - 10/3/18 ♥♥♥

Ben and Avery meet at the office and have to work together in a team-building exercise.

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26 - Scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) - Silver Borne by Patricia Briggs - 10/2/18 ♥♥♥♥


9. Halloween-October 31 - Holiday that takes place during the story – Halloween - Trick or Treat Murder by Leslie Meier - 10/19/18 ♥♥♥♥


10. Reader's Choice - Any book - Serena's Plight by Carol Madison - 10/12/18 ♥♥♥


*****CHALLENGE COMPLETE 10/25/18*****

I'm in!

1. 'O' is for October - Danger In The Night - Olivia Jaymes - 10 OCT
2. siblings - Then He Kissed Me - Laura Trentham - 8 OCT
3. standalone - Seeing Red - Sandra Brown - 17 OCT
4. pink on the cover - Midnight Awakening - Lara Adrian - 2 OCT
5. fun book - Part-Time Lover - Lauren Blakely - 7 OCT
6. outdoor scene - Broken Promise - Tara Thomas - 16 OCT
7. character is a boss - Wound Tight - Tessa Bailey - 14 OCT
8. at least 1800 ratings - Leverage in Death - J.D. Robb - 18 OCT
9. holiday in the story - The Pumpkin Was Stuffed - Tara Sivec - 8 OCT
10. Reader's Choice - Red War - Kyle Mills - 20 OCT

October Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10

✔️1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O'

Ocean Light by Nalini Singh - 06/10/2018

✔️2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA:
👩 Read a book where the MC is shy

Marrying Winterborne by Lisa Kleypas - 08/10/2018

✔️3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book that’s a standalone read

Shelter in Place by Nora Roberts - 02/10/2018

✔️4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way.

Beneath the Skin by Lauren Dane - 09/10/2018

✔️5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6:
😊 Read any book that makes you smile.

The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton - 10/10/2018

✔️6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured

Cold-Hearted Rake by Lisa Kleypas - 08/10/2018

✔️7. Bosses Day-October 16:
👍 Read a book that features a workplace of any kind.

Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton - 12/10/2018

✔️8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26:
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine)

Dreams of Darkness by Eve Langlais - 07/10/2018

✔️9. Halloween-October 31:
🎃 Read a book that has the number 3 or 1 in the page count (166 pgs)

Revelation by Lauren Dane - 09/10/2018

✔️10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice.

Changing the Game by Jaci Burton - 11/10/2018

I'm in!

OK im gonna try this one....been a while since I have done any challenge on here so why not?!

October Monthly Challenge
October 1-31

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Vivian’s backlist
Fun Facts about Vivian
* Vivian Arend is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 50 contemporary and paranormal romance books
* Her books can be read as standalones and have no cliffhangers.
* She lives in B.C. Canada with her husband of many years and a fluffy attack Shih-tzu named Luna
* Outdoor experiences figure prominently in her work partly because she’s traveled extensively with family – to places with and without running water
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice.

October Monthly Challenge
October 1-31

8/10

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'. --> Caught between cultures: colonial and postcolonial short stories, therein "An Outpost of Progress" by Joseph Conrad

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story --> Tempting Fate ✔

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover. --> Une saison au Congo

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover. --> Holding On ✔

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile. --> Close to Heaven ✔

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene. --> Skin Deep ✔

7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind. --> Extreme Exposure ✔

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings. --> Breaking Point ✔

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count. --> Hard Evidence ✔

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice. --> Unlawful Contact ✔

Read 10/10

1. 'O' is for October. Read a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O': Touch Me 10/10

2. OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA. Read a book that features siblings: The Viscount Who Loved Me 12/10

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend. Read a book written by Vivian Arend: All Fired Up 5/10

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read a book with pink on the cover: Bitten by the Beast 10/10

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6. Read a book that makes you smile: Willa's Beast 13/10

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12. Read a book where a farm is featured: Bittersweet 10/10

7. Bosses Day-October 16. Read a book where any character is a boss: Notice 8/10

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26. Read any book that has a scary/horror twist to it: Dead of Eve 4/10

9. Halloween-October 31. Read a book that takes place during a holiday: Circus of the Damned (Halloween) 7/10

10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice: PHARAOH'S BED 4/10

Cassie wrote: "OK im gonna try this one....been a while since I have done any challenge on here so why not?!"

Cassie--Thanks for giving October a try! Welcome everyone so far!

We'll see what I can get to this month.

...9/10

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: The Summer Bride by Anne Gracie October 13, 5 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend: Taking the Titanic by James Patterson October 15, 4 stars

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The Horse Whisperer by Nicholas Evans October 7, 2 stars

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The End by Lemony Snicket October 22, 4 stars

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: Miles Behind Us by Robert Kirkman October 24, 5 stars

7. Bosses Day-October 16: Days Gone Bye by Robert Kirkman October 24, 5 stars

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: Safety Behind Bars by Robert Kirkman October 25, 4 stars

9. Halloween-October 31: The Best Defense by Robert Kirkman October 29, 5 stars

10. Reader's Choice: The Heart's Desire by Robert KirkmanOctober 29, 4 stars

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In for 10!

Romance Readers Reading Challenge Monthly ~ October 2018

1. (title "O") Once Bitten Aileen Fish 3☆ 1/10/18
2. (siblings) The Duke and I (With 2nd Epilogue) Julia Quinn 5☆ 6/10/18
3. (stand alone) For The Love Of A Widow Christina McKnight 4☆ 2/10/18
4. (pink cover) How to Distract a Duchess Mia Marlowe 4☆ 7/10/18
5. (book makes you smile) My Scandalous Duke Theresa Romain 5☆ 3/10/18
6. (outdoor scene) Wagering for Miss Blake Callie Hutton 5☆ 5/10/18
7. (boss character) A Dangerous Seduction Jillian Eaton 4☆ 2/10/18
8. (1800 ratings) Dearest Rogue Elizabeth Hoyt 5☆ 12/10/18
9. (3 or 1 in page count) How the Earl Entices Anna Harrington 5☆ 7/10/18
10. (readers choice) An Italian Count for Christmas Sasha Cottman 5☆ 10/10/18

I'm in.

10/10

Completed 10/21

1. Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O': One of Each by Aria Grace - 10/21 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

2. Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story: Invisible Ink by Emma Jaye - 10/8 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

3. Read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover: All the Dogs are Dancing by J.M. Goguen - 10/9 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

4. Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover: The Imposter Prince by Wendy Rathbone - 10/21 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

5. Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile: Daddy Wanted by Susi Hawke and Piper Scott - 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

6. Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene: Texas Wedding by R.J. Scott - 10/11 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

7. Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.: Gravitational Attraction by Angel Martinez - 10/3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

8. Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings: Dangerous Spirits by Jordan L. Hawk - 10/9 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

9. Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count: Alpha Deceived by Susi Hawke and Piper Scott - 10/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

10. Read any book of your choice: Angel's Intuition by Liz Borino - 10/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2

This will be my first challenge in this group. Since I don't read a lot of romance lately I'll try to complete at least 5 tasks.

Read 5/5 romance

1. 'O' is for October. Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O':
Off the Grid by Monica McCarty 4 October 5☆


2. OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA. Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story:
Lost and Found Sisters by Jill Shalvis 27 October 5☆


3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend. Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name. OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover:
Accidental Eyewitness by Michelle Karl 22 October 4☆


4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover:

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6. Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile:
Barely Breathing by Pamela Clare 18 October 5☆


6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12. Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene:

7. Bosses Day-October 16. Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind:

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26. Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings:

9. Halloween-October 31. Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count:

10. Reader's Choice. Read any book of your choice:
Tempt the Flames by Marnee Blake 10 October 4 1/2☆

My stats for October: 10/10 Completed 10/30/18

☀️ 1. 'O' is for October: Drums of Autumn (Outlander 04) Diana Gabaldon • Read 10/28/18 5*
👩 2. HESTIA: Siblings etal Bayou Moon (The Edge 02) Ilona Andrews • Read 10/14/18 5*
🌴 3. FAC Vivian Arend: Wolf Signs (Granite Lake Wolves 01) • Read 10/11/18 4*
🎀 4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Both MCs go thru extreme recovery/PT, plus H prevents h from death! Consumed (Firefighters 01) J. R. Ward • Read 10/03/18 5*
😊 5. Mad Hatter Day: Ba ha ha ha! I Don't! Tamara Mataya • Read 10/06/18 4*
🌻 6. Old Farmers’ Day: Ranch Mackenzie's Mountain (Mackenzie Family 01) Linda Howard • Read 10/05/18 4*
👍 7. Bosses Day: Play Dead (D.I. Kim Stone 04) Angela Marsons • Read 10/10/18 4*
💀 8. Frankenstein Friday: A Plague of Zombies (Lord John Grey 03.5) Diana Gabaldon • Read 10/11/18 4.5*
🎃 9. Halloween: Mischief ** (The Original Sinners 08.5) Tiffany Reisz • Read 10/30/18 3.5*
🎁 10. Reader's Choice: Charmed (Bewitched 04) Daisy Prescott • Read 10/09/18 3.5*

October Monthly Challenge
10/10 COMPLETED

1. 'O' is for October: Read a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'
by Molly O'Keefe, read 10/24, 4.5 stars

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES - HESTIA: Read a book that features siblings
by Shannon Stacey, read 10/21, 2.5 stars

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Vivian Arend: Read a book that has water (any form) on the cover
by J.F. Smith, read 10/03, 4 stars

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Read a book with pink on the cover
by Lane Hayes, read 10/31, 4 stars

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: Read a fun/funny book or any book that makes you smile
by Christina Lauren, read 10/12, 4 stars

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured
by Joya Ryan, read 10/31, 3 stars

7. Bosses Day-October 16: Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad
by Gillian Flynn, read 10/17, 3.5 stars

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it
by Karin Slaughter, read 10/13, 3 stars

9. Halloween-October 31: Read a book that has the number 3 or 1 in the page count
by Taylor Jenkins Reid, read 10/15, 3 stars

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
by Laura Baumbach, read 10/15, 2 stars

October Monthly Challenge
October 1-31

1. 'O' is for October: 
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
Conveniently His Princess by Olivia Gates 10.1
2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story
Broken by Jordan Silver 10.4
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend: 
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover. Deadly Ties by Maggie Thom 10.7

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening Beauty and the Biker Boss - Simone Scarlet 10.7

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
a any book that makes you smile.  The Fractured Heart by Scarlett Cole 10.5

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history. 
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured How to Marry A cowboy by Carolyn Brown 10.13

7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves. 
a book at features a workplace of any kind.  Lead Security by Evan Grace 10.9

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's. 
read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.  The Purest Hook by Scarlett Cole 10.9

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches. 
one that has any holiday that takes place during the story Kissing the Boss by Linda Kage 10.10 Halloween

10. Reader's Choice:  Smiley by LeAnn Ashers 10.6


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Happy Reading!! 

October Monthly Challenge

READ: 10/8

✔1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
In Twilight's Shadow - Patti O'Shea 10/15

✔2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA:
👩 Read a bookthat features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story
A Catered Halloween - Isis Crawford 10/29

✔3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.
The Enchanted Mirror - Marianne Willman (standalone) 10/9

✔4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.
Cure for the Common Breakup - Beth Kendrick 10/24

✔5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6:
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.
The Scam - Janet Evanovich/Lee Goldberg 10/21

✔6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12:
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.
Pelican Point - Donna Kauffman 10/31

✔7. Bosses Day-October 16:
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book that features a workplace of any kind.
Midnight Burning - Karissa Laurel (set around an outdoor shop) 10/21

✔8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26:
💀 Read any book that has a scary/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.
Suicide Forest - Jeremy Bates 10/13

✔9. Halloween-October 31:
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.
Death of a Neighborhood Witch - Laura Levine (halloween) 10/19

✔10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice.
Stygian - Sherrilyn Kenyon 10/13



CHALLENGE COMPLETE

0/10 Completed


1. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2. OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES ~ HESTIA: Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Vivian Arend: Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.

5. Mad Hatter Day: Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’ Day: Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day: Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

8. Frankenstein Friday: Read any book that has a scary/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

9. Halloween: Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

October Monthly Challenge
October 1-31

6/8 Completed

1. 'O' IS FOR OCTOBER:

☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

✔️2. OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES - HESTIA:

👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story ~ The Sunday Lunch Club ~ 10/7/18 ~ Sinlings

3. FEATURED AUTHOR CHALLENGE (FAC) - Vivian Arend:

🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.

🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

✔️4. BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH:

🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover ~ Bed, Breakfast & Bones ~ 10/27/18

5. MAD HATTER DAY -October 6:

😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC - October 12:

🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

✔️ 7. BOSSES DAY - October 16:
.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind ~ How to Find Love in a Bookshop ~ 10/4/18

✔️8. FRANKENSTEIN DAY - October 26:

💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings ~ Whispering Corridors ~ 10/7/18

✔️9. HALLOWEEN - October 31:

🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count ~ How to Bake the Perfect Pecan Pie ~ 10/6/18

✔️10. READER'S CHOICE:

🎁 Read any book of your choice ~ Face Off ~ 10/22/18

I'm in!

Completed: 10/10

1. ✔ 'O' is for October: Getting Lei'd (10/6) 3★
2. ✔ Hestia: Montana Dreams (10/14) 3★
3. ✔ FAC – Vivian Arend: Fearless (10/7) 3★
4. ✔ Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Coming Up Roses (10/3) 3★
5. ✔ Mad Hatter Day: Whiskey Dick (10/11) 3★
6. ✔ Old Farmers’ Day: The Spring Duchess (10/8) 3★
7. ✔ Bosses Day: The Big Bad Office Wolf (10/5) 4★
8. ✔ Frankenstein Friday: Haunted Hearts (10/2) 4★
9. ✔ Halloween: Masque (10/10) 3★
10. ✔ Reader's Choice: An Earl in Wolf's Clothing (10/9) 3★

Lets do this ...
☀️ 1. 'O' is for October:Only Trick by Jewel E. Ann
👩 2. GODDESSES-HESTIA: The Duke and Iby Julia Quinn
🌴 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend: Black Gold by Vivian Arend
🎀 4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The Resilient Bride by Lucy McConnell
😊 5. Mad Hatter Day: The Fortunate Ones by R.S. Grey
🌻 6. Old Farmers’ Day: Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold by Ellen O'Connell
👍 7. Bosses Day: The Allure of Julian Lefray by R.S. Grey
💀 8. Frankenstein Friday: Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage
🎃 9. Halloween: An Unexpected Kiss by Cindy Roland Anderson
🎁 10. Reader's Choice:Starry Eyes by Jenn Bennett

Read 8/10

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES - Hestia
👩 Read a book that features siblings
10/2/18
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book that has water (any form) on the cover.
10/24/18
4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
🎀 Read a book with pink on the cover.
10/6/18
5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6:
😊 Read any book that makes you smile.
10/14/18
6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day-October 16:
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.
10/9/18
8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26:
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine)
10/23/18
9. Halloween-October 31:
🎃 Read a book that has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.
10/7/18
10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice.
10/12/18

2018 October Monthly Challenge

👩 Read a book that features siblings.
2/10/18 ★★★
🌴 Read a book that’s a standalone read.
1/10/18 ★★★★
🎀 Read a book with a pink cover.
2/10/18 ★★★★★
😊 Read a fun book.
5/10/18 ★★★
🌻 Read a book on a farm.
7/10/18 ★★★
👍 Read a book that features a workplace of any kind.
3/10/18 ★★★★
💀 Read any book that has a scary/horror twist to it.
7/10/18 ★★★★
🎃 Read a book that has the number 1 in the page count.
4/10/18 ★★★★
🎁 Read any book of your choice.
7/10/18 ★★★★★

10/10

1. 'O' - Once Upon A Wolf - Oct11 - 4*

2. Read a book that features siblings - To Find and to Keep - Oct28 - 3*

3. Read a book that’s a standalone read - My Crunchy Life - Oct5 - 5*

4. Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way - The Wish - Oct20 - 3*

5. Read a fun/funny book - Serenading Stanley - Oct26 - 5*

6. Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured - Commitment Ranch - Oct08 - 4*

7. Read a book at features a workplace of any kind - Catch a Tiger by the Tail - Oct18 - 5*

8. Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it - Terror by Moonlight - Oct6 - 5*

9. Halloween-October 31:
Read a book that has any holiday that takes place during the story - Halloween Werewolf - Oct24 - 4*

10. Reader's Choice: Withered + Sere - Oct3 - 5*

2018 October Monthly Challenge
10/10 completed

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' - One Love Lili St. Germain - 10/2

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book where the MC is shy - The Choice Shayla Black - 10/17

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name. - Let It Ride Vivian Arend - 10/22

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way - Nobody Does It Better Lexi Blake - 10/4

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a any book that makes you smile. - Once Upon a Wild Fling Lauren Blakely - 10/30

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene. - McKettrick's Luck Linda Lael Miller - 10/4


7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad - Beautifully Loyal Nicole Edwards - 10/14

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read a book that has at least 1800 ratings. - Thrill Ride Julie Ann Walker - 10/10

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book that has the number 3 or 1 in the page count. - 438 pgs - Sins & Needles Karina Halle - 10/2

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice. - Beneath This Mask Meghan March - 10/6

I am in.

10/10

👍1. Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

The Obsession 10/26/18

👍 2. Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story

The Island Queen: Dethroned by Fire and Water: A Tale of the Southern Hemisphere 10/12/18

👍 3. Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name. OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

Rocky Mountain Heat 10/10/2018

👍 4. Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.

Girl in Pieces 10/1/18

👍 5. Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

Motorcycle Man 10/9/18

👍 6. Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

Shelter in Place 10/5/18

👍 7. Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

From Dead to Worse 10/12/18

👍 8. Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 10/2/18

👍 9. Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

Search for Love 10/12/18

👍10. Read any book of your choice.

Stuck-Up Suit 10/15/18

Holding my spot and hoping I do better in October than I did in Sept...
5 of 10 planned....
3 of 10 actual
1. 'O' is for October: On the Island


2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Beard Science
(siblings)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend: The Room on Rue Amélie
(standalone)

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Escaping from Houdini ★★★

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: Talk Me Down★★★★

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: A Duke in Shining Armor
(outdoor scene)

7. Bosses Day-October 16: Tangled
(workplace)

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: Kiss of Steel
(paranormal/over 1800 ratings)

9. Halloween-October 31: For the Duke's Eyes Only ★★★★

10. Reader's Choice: My Fair Lover


Finished:
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October Monthly Challenge – 2018
Duration: October 1, 2018 - October 31, 2018

completed: 01/10 👑


01. READ a book that starts with 'O': Out of Sight, Out of Time

✔02. Read a book that features siblings (Calliope and Cricket) : Lola and the Boy Next Door - October 3, 2018 ★★★★☆

03. Read one book written by this month’s featured author, Vivian Arend

04. Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover

05. Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

06. Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

07. Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

08. Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings

09. Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

10. Reader's Choice:

2018 October Monthly Challenge
1/10 completed

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

Obsidio by Amie Kaufman

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story


**P.S. I Still Love You by Jenny Han

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Vivian’s backlist
Fun Facts about Vivian
* Vivian Arend is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 50 contemporary and paranormal romance books
* Her books can be read as standalones and have no cliffhangers.
* She lives in B.C. Canada with her husband of many years and a fluffy attack Shih-tzu named Luna
* Outdoor experiences figure prominently in her work partly because she’s traveled extensively with family – to places with and without running water
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

Truthwitch by Susan Dennard

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Morning Star by Pierce Brown

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

Warcross by Marie Lu

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

**Iron Gold by Pierce Brown

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

The Orphan Keeper by Camron Wright

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice.

Wildcard by Marie Lu

2018 October Monthly Challenge
10/10 completed - FINISHED

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'. One Good Man by Emma Scott - 10/13/18

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story Rhythm, Chord & Malykhin by Mariana Zapata - 10/1/18

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
🌴 Read a book written by Vivian Arend or any author with her first or last name.
Link to Vivian’s backlist
Fun Facts about Vivian
* Vivian Arend is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over 50 contemporary and paranormal romance books
* Her books can be read as standalones and have no cliffhangers.
* She lives in B.C. Canada with her husband of many years and a fluffy attack Shih-tzu named Luna
* Outdoor experiences figure prominently in her work partly because she’s traveled extensively with family – to places with and without running water
🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover. RUSH by Sarina Bowen - 10/3/18

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile. Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating by Christina Lauren - 10/24/18
6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene. Part Time Cowboy by Maisey Yates - 10/12/18

7. Bosses Day-October 16: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind. The Problem With Him by Rachel Higginson - 9/30/18

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings. The Queen and the Cure by Amy Harmon - 10/11/18

9. Halloween-October 31: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count. Until Midnight by Erin R. Bedford - 10/17/18

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice. Bright Side by Kim Holden - 10/4/18

0/10


1. 'O' is for October:
Read a book that starts with 'O'
or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA:
Read a book that features siblings
OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend:
Read a book written by Vivian Arend
or any author with her first or last name.
OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read,
set in Canada
or has water (any form) on the cover.

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way
OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening
OR a book with pink on the cover.

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6:
Read a fun/funny book
OR a book set in Colorado
OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12:
Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured
OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses Day-October 16:
Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad
OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26:
Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine)
OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

9. Halloween-October 31:
Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine)
OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story
OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

10. Reader's Choice:
Read any book of your choice.

I'm in.


October Monthly Challenge

1. 'O' is for October:
☀️ Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.

2. HESTIA: Although Hestia appeared in a few stories, she was not overly significant in Greek mythology. She was a sibling to Demeter, Hades, Poseidon, Hera, and Zeus. Hestia is completely omitted from the works of Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
👩 Read a book that features siblings OR one where the MC is shy or diminished in some way in the story

3. 🌴 OR you may also read a book that’s a standalone read, set in Canada or has water (any form) on the cover.

4. Breast Cancer: is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
🎀 Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way OR where the MC ‘prevents’ something from happening OR a book with pink on the cover.

5. Mad Hatter: The Mad Hatter is a fictional cartoon character depicted in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland…he’s always acting silly. Mad Hatter Day was the brainstorm of a group of computer people in Boulder, Co. It dates back to 1986. It is a great day to be silly and celebrate silliness
😊 Read a fun/funny book OR a book set in Colorado OR a any book that makes you smile.

6. Old Farmers’: honors the hard labor of farmers throughout American history.
🌻 Read a book where a farm or ranch is featured OR a book with a cover showing a farm/ranch or outdoor scene.

7. Bosses: It’s said to be originated by State Farm Insurance Company and is a day set aside give your boss the appreciation that he or she truly deserves.
👍 Read a book where any character is a boss--good or bad OR a book at features a workplace of any kind.

8. Frankenstein: This day celebrates the birth of Frankenstein and its creator. Frankenstein is one of the best known horror characters, dating back to the 1800's.
💀 Read any book that has a scarey/horror twist to it (paranormal is fine) OR read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.

9. Halloween: One of the funest days of the year where many dress up in crazy costumes, children exchange jokes and talents for candy, and jack o lanterns adorn porches.
🎃 Read a book where the cover depicts someone in a costume (your interpretation is fine) OR one that has any holiday that takes place during the story OR has the number 3 or 1 in the page count.

10. Reader's Choice:
🎁 Read any book of your choice.

I'm in for seven this month.

October Monthly Challenge
Completed: 10/10

1. 'O' is for October: One to Hold by Tia Louise 10/26
2.OLYMPIAN GODDESSES-HESTIA: Necessary Restorations by Kate Canterbary 10/4
3. FAC author- Vivian Arend: Wanderlust by Lauren Blakely 10/5
4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: If Not for You by Debbie Macomber 10/2
5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: Hard and Fast by Erin McCarthy 10/1
6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: Sidecar Crush by Claire Kingsley & Lucy Score 10/14
7. Bosses Day-October 16: Trade Me by Courtney Milan 10/5
8. Frankenstein Friday-October 26: Beneath These Chains by Meghan March 10/8
9. Halloween-October 31: The Fire Between High & Lo by Brittainy C. Cherry 10/9
10. Reader's Choice: Sisters In Bloom by Melissa Foster 10/1

RRRC October Monthly Challenge
10/10

1. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O'.
The Obituary Society Jessica L. Randall 10/13/18

2. OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES ~ HESTIA: Read a book that features siblings.
Racing the Sun Karina Halle 10/8/18

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) ~ Vivian Arend: Read a book written by Vivian Arend.
High Seduction Vivian Arend 10/18/18

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Read a book that includes any character who suffers in some way.
Boy Toy Sarina Bowen 10/3/18

5. Mad Hatter Day: Read a book set in Colorado.
Three to Ride Sophie Oak 10/16/18

6. Old Farmers’ Day: Read a book with a cover showing a outdoor scene.
The Light In Summer Mary McNear 10/3/18

7. Bosses Day: Read a book that features a workplace of any kind.
Man Card Sarina Bowen 10/2/18

8. Frankenstein Friday: Read a book that has at least 1800 ratings.
Shelter in Place Nora Roberts 10/7/18

9. Halloween: Read a book that has any holiday that takes place during the story.
The Bookshop of Yesterdays Amy Meyerson 10/8/18

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Chalky Sea Clare Flynn 10/5/18

October Monthly Challenge
October 1 – October 31, 2018

Read 3/10

1. 'O' is for October: Her Vigilant SEAL by Caitlyn O’Leary

2.OLYMPIAN GODS AND GODDESSES-HESTIA: Seduction of a Highland Lass by Maya Banks

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author- Vivian Arend: Fairytale Beginnings by Holly Martin

4. Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Garrett by Sawyer Bennett

5. Mad Hatter Day-October 6: Rock Chick Revenge by Kristen Ashley

6. Old Farmers’ Day-October 12: Loving Cara by Kristen Proby

✔️ Bosses Day-October 16: Talking Dirty With the Boss by Jackie Ashenden (26/10/2018)

✔️ Frankenstein Friday-October 26: Accidentally Compromising the Duke by Stacy Reid (15/10/2018)

✔️ Halloween-October 31: Obsidian Liquor by Scarlett Dawn (15/10/2018)

10. Reader's Choice: The Mane Event by Shelly Laurenston