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Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Read: 36/36
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story.
Summer People Elin Hilderbrand 4/2/22
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs.
When I Found You Brenda Novak 5/28/22
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it.
Summerland Elin Hilderbrand 4/10/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word from their loved one.
The Truest Thing Samantha Young 4/21/22
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
Things We Never Said Samantha Young 4/20/22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person.
Goaltending Jami Davenport 4/5/22
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21
Pub Feb. 15th 2022 Someone Like You Marie Force 4/9/22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names.
A Cowboy's Christmas Vicki Lewis Thompson 4/25/22
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough.
A Family Affair Robyn Carr 4/13/22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with W.
Afterglow Aria Wyatt 4/17/22
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book with a river on the cover.
Looking for You Kelly Elliott 5/26/2212. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28.
Published March 22, 2022 Hearts in Motion Kelly Elliott 5/25/22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4.
pub. April 1, 2020 Falling for the Undercover Agent Agnes Canestri 5/18/22
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
The Overnight Guest Heather Gudenkauf 5/1/22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book with a character that plays tennis.
Superfan Sarina Bowen 4/27/22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials.
Studfinder L.B. Dunbar 4/14/22
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23.
Deflected Jami Davenport 4/4/22 Published May 23rd 2019
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Sure Shot Sarina Bowen 4/29/22
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
A Stranger's Game Colleen Coble 4/12/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
Every Little Thing Samantha Young 4/18/22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Stealing Home Tara Wyatt 4/6/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18.
Barefoot Elin Hilderbrand 4/3/22 Published July 2nd 2007
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book from a spin-off series.
Cakewalk Claire Hastings 4/7/22 (Busy Bean #3)
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing.
The Butterfly Effect Kelly Elliott 5/21/22
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book where one tells another that they will eventually have sex.
Spring Tide Tess Shepherd 4/13/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with three brothers in the story.
Full Texas Throttle Katherine Garbera 4/5/22
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book where one character calls another "baby".
Overnight Sensation Sarina Bowen 4/26/22
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1.
Mystic Falls Vickie McKeehan 4/12/22 (Coyote Wells #1)
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book where the MC is a cowboy.
Colorado Cabin in the Pines Jill Haymaker 4/23/22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Stargazer Wendy S. Marcus 4/7/22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book that takes place on a ship.
A Crime of Passion Fruit Ellie Alexander 5/5/22
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31.
published October 19th 2019 Moonlighter Sarina Bowen 4/28/22
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book with a black woman MC.
Doubletalk Teralyn Mitchell 4/15/22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover.
Colorado Wrangler Jill Haymaker 4/24/22 35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover.
Featherbed Annabeth Albert 4/8/2236. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first name begins with S.
Safeguard Stephanie Rose 4/11/22
The Number One Hits Of 1975Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Level Two: 24+ Hits
36/24+ Completed. Finished
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year).
(1/03/2022)
Nochebuena-Marie Force 4/18/22
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a woman's first name in the title.
Craving Kara-Nicole Jacquelyn 5/05/22
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with Y.
Hollywood Dirty-M.Z. Kelly 5/29/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book with MR. in the title.
Mr. Vega-Xyla Turner 10/19/22
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
New Girl in Town-Elle Gray 6/23/22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book set in Ohio.
Hopelessly Shattered-Bink Cummings 5/13/22
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book with a contraction in the title.
Don't Look Now-Mary Burton 5/02/22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names.
Lisa Renee Jones-Happy Death Day 8/11/22
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
Things We Never Got Over-Lucy Score 7/01/22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with W.
Until Now-Delaney Diamond 6/10/22
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book set in Mississippi.
What's Left Unsaid-Emily Bleeker 7/17/22
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year).
(3/24/22)
The Difference Between Someday and Forever-Aly Martinez 6/16/22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book set in New Orleans.
Relentless Pursuit-Kathy Ivan 4/09/22
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
Devney Perry-Garnet Flats 8/01/22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year).
(4/12/22)
Falling Embers-Catherine Cowles 5/02/22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials.
A.J. Rivers-The Girl in Cabin 13 6/01/22
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book from a trilogy.
The Difference Between Somebody and Someone-Aly Martinez 5/27/22
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Accidental Ashes-Sara C. Roethle 7/12/22
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book with a character who speaks Spanish.
Veranda Cruz:Phoenix Burning-Isabella Maldonado 7/21/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
Wicked Hearts-Amber Kelly 4/16/22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Surrender to Me-Kelly Elliott 4/15/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year).
(6/22/22)
Until May-Aurora Rose Reynolds 7/03/22
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with L.
Love Next Door-Helena Hunting 4/03/22
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing.
Give Me a Reason-A.L. Jackson 4/22/22
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre.
Isaiah's Haven-N.J. Walters 4/02/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with three brothers in the story.
Get Tragic-Lani Lynn Vale 7/21/22
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book where one character calls another "baby".
Temptation After Dark-Marie Force 4/02/22
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book a Series #1.
(Nina Guererra)
The Cipher-Isabella Maldonado 4/02/22
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book where the MC is a cowboy.
Cowboy Up-Jordan Marie 5/09/22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
LEVI-Jessie Cooke 9/06/22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year).
(9/27/2022)
Give Me Love-Corinne Michaels 10/13/22
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong.
Hollywood Forbidden-M.Z. Kelly 6/26/22
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book with a black woman MC.
Her Name Is Knight-Yasmin Angoe 6/29/22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a six word title.
The Difference Between Somehow and Someway-Aly Martinez 6/15/22
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover).
Linda's Midlife Crisis-Toni Pike 5/04/22
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
Mia Sheridan-Most of All You 7/14/22
In! Level 2 ---- any book posted has already been read. ****FINISHED 04/25/2022*****The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby 🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year). Europe's Last Summer: Who Started the Great War in 1914? (01/01/2004)
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds 🎤 Read a book with a woman's first name in the title. Corpse Suzette
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy 🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with Y. Under the Jeweled Sky
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman 🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one. The Dilemma (Adam is anxious to hear from Marnie)
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain 🎤 Read a book where characters get caught in the rain. Very Good, Jeeves! (In Jeeves and the Impending Doom)
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire 🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year). Murder Afloat: A Lottie Lindberg 1900's Cozy Mystery (2/15/21)
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces 🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces". The Banty House (Ginger)
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love 🎤 Read a book with a five word title. To the Tome of Murder
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow 🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year). Death in the Clouds (march 10 1935)
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water 🎤 Read a book set in Mississippi. A Murder Like No Author
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You 🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life. The Unknowns: The Untold Story of America's Unknown Soldier and WWI's Most Decorated Heroes Who Brought Him Home (Wilson, Pershing, Patton…)
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade 🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year). Young Elizabeth: The Making of the Queen (04/01/2012)
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You 🎤 Read a book by a female author. Till Death Do Us Tart Ellie Alexander
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom 🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) City of Flickering Light (04/16/2019)
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song 🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials Right Ho, Jeeves P.G. Wodehouse
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You) 🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year). Daughter of the Reich (5/12/2020)
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star 🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year). The Guncle(05/25/2021)
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls 🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender. Twelve Angry Men Reginald Rose
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy 🎤 Read a book set in a small town. Caramel Pecan Roll Murder
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair 🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S. The Spotted Dog
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together 🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year). The Name Below The Title, Volume 2: 20 MORE Classic Movie Character Actors From Hollywood's Golden Age. (July 13 2015)
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said 🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with L. Lady Rample Steps Out
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle 🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing. An Unfortunate End
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights 🎤 Read a book published between August 2- August 8 (of any year). We Were Never Here (08/03/2021)
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’ 🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22. Things You Save in a Fire (08/13/2019)
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love 🎤 Read a book where one character calls another "baby". Priestdaddy (her mom calls her baby)
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight 🎤 Read a Series #1. Dead Certain (Broden Legal)
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy 🎤 Read a book set in New York City. The Plot
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame 🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year). In the Shadow of the Empress: The Defiant Lives of Maria Theresa, Mother of Marie Antoinette, and Her Daughters (9/21/2021)
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso 🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year). The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue (10/06/2020)
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood 🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year). Death, Taxes, and a Shotgun Wedding (10/31/2017)
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl 🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) THINK STRAIGHT: Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life (11/20/2017)
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It) 🎤 Read a book with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title. Death, Taxes, and Sweet Potato Fries (meets both)
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly 🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year). Murder Is a Must (Dec 1 2020)
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again 🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S. The Uninvited Corpse Debra Sennefelder
The Number One Hits Of 1975April 1, 2022-Sept. 30, 2023
35/24+
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
Saved by the Spell Erin Johnson 4/3/22
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
Leslie-Candy Cane Killer Kate Bell 6/19/22
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y. Cheddar Off Dead Korina Moss 4/4/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR bwhere a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one/b OR with MR. in the title.
The Diva Says Cheesecake! Krista Davis 5/28/22
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
Death by Chocolate Chip Cupcake Sarah Graves 4/5/22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
Murder as Sticky as Jam Diana Orgain 4/11/22
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
Pumpkins, Paws & Murder Kathy Manos Penn 4/8/22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
Bells, Tails and Murder Kathy Manos Penn 4/7/22
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
The Thief in the Night Courtney McFarlin 4/13/22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
3/8/22-Sun, Sand and Slaughter Emerald Finn 4/20/22
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
3/21/10-Stilettos and Scoundrels L.C. Turner 6/21/22
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
Beagles Love Steak Secrets C.A. Phipps 4/12/22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
3/30/22-A Stripe of Murder Patti Benning 4/2/22
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
4/5/22-Mining for Murder Mary Angela 4/6/22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
4/22/22-Fritters and Fatality Wendy Meadows 4/15/22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
Murder in the Storm Thea Cambert 4/16/22
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
5/3/21-The Crime at the Lake Courtney McFarlin 4/1/22
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Isaac-Ice Cream and Investigations Susan Harper 4/17/22
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Sheldon-The Vanishing Type Ellery Adams 4/19/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
Peril and Paws Penny Brooke 4/10/22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
Shenanigans and Shambles Constance Barker 4/21/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
A Margin for Murder Lauren Elliott 4/21/22
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series OR whose title BEGINS with L.
Spun off from Camper & Criminals series-Four Leaf Felony Tonya Kappes 5/3/22
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
Poppy Harmon and the Backstabbing Bachelor Lee Hollis 4/24/22
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
Three Tainted Teas Lynn Cahoon 4/22/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
8/22/21-A Photo of Murder Penny Brooke 4/9/22
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
Frank-Murder as Sweet as Honey Diana Orgain 4/14/22
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
#1 Persephone Pringle Mysteries-Mind Your Own Murder Patti Larsen 4/18/22
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
The Proof Is in the Poison Diane Kelly 5/31/22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
Lark O. Jensen 5/5/2232. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
Fried and True Emma Ainsley 4/19/22
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
Caribbean cruise-Murder Takes a Bow Wendy Neugent 7/11/22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
Diane Kelly 4/27/2235. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
Parrot on the chair arm-
Penny Brooke 4/28/2236. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
First, Summer-A Brew Most Bitter Summer Prescott 4/29/22
The Number One Hits Of 1975April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Level Two: 24+ Hits
36 of 24+ Complete
~The Hits~
📍 1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year).
Shards of Honor - Lois McMaster Bujold - 5/2/22 - orig pub Jan 01, 1986
📍2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
Read a book published between January 3 - January 17.
Life Flight - Lynette Eason - 7/7/22 - orig pub 1/4/22
📍3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
Read a book whose title ENDS with Y.
Suddenly - Barbara Delinsky - 4/22/22
📍4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
Read a book MR. in the title.
Mr. Mercedes - Stephen King - 4/22/22
📍5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
Read a book with a four word title.
The Spider Sapphire Mystery - Carolyn Keene - 7/12/22
📍6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
Read a book set in Ohio.
The Secrets of Bones - Kylie Logan - 7/5/22
📍7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
Read a book with a contraction in the title.
What Can't Be Seen - Brianna Labuskes - 6/3/22
📍8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
Read a book by an author who uses three names.
Orphan X - Gregg Andrew Hurwitz - 5/26/22
📍9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
Read a book with a five word title.
A Blizzard of Polar Bears - Alice Henderson - 5/14/22
📍10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
Read a book whose title ENDS with W.
You Don't Want To Know - Lisa Jackson - 5/30/22
📍11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year).
Angel Falls - Kristin Hannah - 9/2/22 - orig pub Mar 21, 2000
📍12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year).
Happiness for Beginners - Katherine Center - 4/3/22 - orig pub 3/24/15
📍13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year).
Gathering Dark - Candice Fox - 4/26/22 - orig pub 3/30/20
📍14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
Read a book by a female author.
All Over Creation - Ruth Ozeki - 5/4/22
📍15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year).
Hush Little Girl - Lisa Regan - 4/11/22 - orig pub 4/14/21
📍16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
Read a book by an author that uses initials.
Lover Avenged - J.R. Ward - 5/16/22
📍17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year).
Murder on Madison Square - Victoria Thompson - 7/5/25 - orig pub May 03, 2022
📍18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Sea Storm - Andrew Mayne - 5/3/22
📍19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
Read a book whose author has the same initials (like Freddy Fender).
Tracking Game - Margaret - 4/23/22
📍20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
Read a book set in a small town.
The Bounty Hunter's Bride - Victoria Bylin - 5/12/22
📍21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Stamped Out - Tonya Kappes - 5/31/22
📍22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
Read a book with an ampersand in the title.
Deserts, Driving, & Derelicts - Tonya Kappes - 4/15/22
📍23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
Read a book whose title BEGINS with L.
Landmarks - Robert Macfarlane - 5/15/22
📍24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
Read a book whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
Beauty and the Baller - Ilsa Madden-Mills - 4/28/22
📍25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
Read a book from the Paranormal genre.
Lover Revealed - J.R. Ward - 4/1/22
📍26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year).
Rhythm, Chord & Malykhin - Mariana Zapata - 7/15/22 - orig pub Aug 21, 2015
📍27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year).
A Question of Honor - Charles Todd - 4/17/22 - orig pub Aug 27, 2013
📍28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
Read a book from a Series #1.
White Out - Danielle Girard - 4/4/22 - #1 Badlands
📍29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
Read a book set in New York City.
Abandoned in Death - J.D. Robb - 4/18/22
📍30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
Read a book with a one word title.
Hawaii - James A. Michener - 4/19/22
📍31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
Read a book that takes place on a ship.
Girl Overboard - Sandra Block - 7/4/22
📍32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year).
Prodigal Summer -Barbara Kingsolver - 5/22/22 - orig pub Oct 17, 2000
📍33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year).
Orchid Beach - Stuart Woods - 8/22/22 - orig pub Nov 04, 1998
📍34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
Read a book with a six word title.
The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels - India Holton - 4/5/22
📍35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
Read a book with a repeated word in the title.
Everything, Everything - Nicola Yoon - 8/7/22
📍36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
Flower Net - Lisa See - 4/12/22
The Number One Hits Of 1975 Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
READ: 36/36
✔️1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
Tome of the Undergates - Sam Sykes (pub Jan 1, 2010) 4/30
✔️2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
The Importance of Being Alice - Katie MacAlister 4/24
✔️3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
Money Hungry - Joseph Browning & Suzi Yee 5/5
✔️4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
The Atlas Six - Olivie Blake (pub Jan 31, 2020) 4/19
✔️5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
The Second Blind Son - Amy Harmon 4/6
✔️6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
Trail Of Blood - Lisa Black 5/17
✔️7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
I'm Not Lion To You - Krystal Shannan 4/23
✔️8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
Murder with Lemon Tea Cakes - Karen Rose Smith 4/8
✔️9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
Under the Cover of Murder - Lauren Elliott 4/17
✔️10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
One for Sorrow - Sarah A. Denzil 5/12
✔️11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
The Bronzed Beasts - Roshani Chokshi 5/21
✔️12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
The Silvered Serpents - Roshani Chokshi (Severin & Laila) 5/15
✔️13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
Sinister - Jana Deleon 4/12
✔️14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
Lowcountry Boil - Susan M. Boyer 4/17
✔️15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
Dead Wrong - Mariah Stewart 4/15
✔️16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
A Fate of Wrath & Flame - K.A. Tucker 4/3
✔️17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
The Gilded Wolves - Roshani Chokshi 4/28
✔️18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter
Last Licks - Cynthia Baxter 4/7
✔️19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials
Pleading the Fish - Bree Baker 5/14
✔️20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
Drift - L.T. Ryan & Brian Shea 5/30
✔️21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
Sting - Sandra Brown 5/3
✔️22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
Lipstick & Lattes - Tracy Krimmer 4/1
✔️23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series OR whose title BEGINS with L.
A Trail Through Time - Jodi Taylor (pub July 24, 2014) 4/9
✔️24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
Honey and the Hired Hand - Joan Johnston 5/20
✔️25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
Touch If You Dare - Stephanie Rowe 5/13
✔️26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies As the Crow Flies - Robin Lythgoe (hero) 5/19
✔️27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
Mystic Pieces - Ada Bell (Aly Reynolds) 5/23
✔️28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
Be My Ghost - Carol J. Perry 4/23
✔️29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
The Cartographers - Peng Shepherd 5/8
✔️30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
Gemina - Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff 5/1
✔️31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
Obsidio - Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff (space ship) 5/2
✔️32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
A Rose Should Be Red: Part 1 - Akaku Red 4/17
✔️33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
The Trade - Meghan Quinn 5/17 (St. Croix)
✔️34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
Hotel Silence - Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir 5/9
✔️35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
Night of the Wolves - Heather Graham (pub Nov 29, 2009) 4/29
✔️36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
The Burning Pages - Paige Shelton 4/22
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
The Number One Hits Of 1975Duration: Apr. 1st, 2022 - Sept. 30th, 2023
Level Two: 24+ Hits
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~The Hits~
✅1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story.
The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin - Apr. 14th
✅2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year).
Summoned to Thirteenth Grave by Darynda Jones - Apr. 2nd
Jan. 15th, 2019
✅3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it.
If I Never Met You by Mhairi McFarlane - Apr. 16th
✅4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31.
Moon Called by Patricia Briggs - May 20th
Jan. 31st, 2006
✅5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book where characters get caught in the rain.
Book Lovers by Emily Henry - May 7th
✅6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book set in Ohio.
A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow - May 23rd
✅7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book with a contraction in the title.
Some Things I Still Can't Tell You: Poems by Misha Collins - May 5th
✅8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces".
Someday by Drew Hayden Taylor - Apr. 16th
"You're leaving me to pick up the pieces" @ 92%
✅9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
To Marry and to Meddle by Martha Waters - Apr. 20th
✅10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14.
The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race by Walter Isaacson - Apr. 9th
Pub. Mar. 9th, 2021
✅11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21.
Smoke Bitten by Patricia Briggs - Aug. 25th
Mar. 17th, 2020
✅12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life.
Bad Motherfucker: The Life and Movies of Samuel L. Jackson, the Coolest Man in Hollywood by Gavin Edwards - Apr. 15th
✅13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4.
Blue Marrow by Louise Bernice Halfe - June 12th
Apr. 3rd, 1994
✅14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
The Bloody Chamber and Other Stories by Angela Carter - Apr. 17th
✅15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25.
Fevered Star by Rebecca Roanhorse - June 15th
Apr. 19th, 2022
✅16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book with a character that is sad.
Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo - May 21st
✅17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book from a trilogy.
The Last Graduate by Naomi Novik - Apr. 28th
✅18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter.
Blood Bound by Patricia Briggs - May 29th
✅19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials.
A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik - Apr. 23rd
✅20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
Cry Wolf by Patricia Briggs - May 24th
✅21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Seasonal Fears by Seanan McGuire - May 15th
✅22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book with an ampersand in the title.
Motorcycles & Sweetgrass by Drew Hayden Taylor - May 12th
✅23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book from a spin-off series.
Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo - Apr. 8th
✅24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy - Apr. 18th
✅25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre.
Book of Night by Holly Black - May 23rd
✅26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies.
Blackbird by Sam Humphries - Apr. 3rd
✅27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29.
Hunting Ground by Patricia Briggs - May 28th
Aug. 25th, 2009
✅28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1.
Cinder by Marissa Meyer - May 3rd
✅29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19.
Borders by Thomas King - May 28th
Sept. 7th, 2021
✅30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book where a character finds fame.
The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn - Apr. 19th
✅31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year).
The Lives of Saints by Leigh Bardugo - Apr. 3rd
Oct. 5th, 2020
✅32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31.
Tongues: On Longing and Belonging through Language edited by Ayelet Tsabari, Leonarda Carranza & Eufemia Fantetti - Apr. 24th
Oct. 26th, 2021
✅33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21.
Catherine the Great: Portrait of a Woman by Robert K. Massie - May 18th
Nov. 8th, 2011
✅34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover.
D: A Tale of Two Worlds by Michel Faber - Apr. 11th✅35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover.
The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway - May 26th✅36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book that was made into a movie/TV show.
Nightflyers by George R.R. Martin - May 28th
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Read: 36/24+ (36 possible)
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975: Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book where a person disappears and is not found. The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien 4/8/22 -- Mary Anne Bell (a teenage girl) "walked off into the mountains and did not come back."
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975: Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs.Catching Christmas by Terri Blackstock 4/5/22 -- Sydney's client comes to court high.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975: Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with Y. The Lost Boy by Rachel Amphlett 4/22/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975: The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one. Out of Range by C.J. Box 4/14/22 -- Marybeth is waiting for her husband to call home from his lengthy work trip.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975: Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title. The End of Me: Where Real Life in the Upside-Down Ways of Jesus Begins by Kyle Idleman 4/27/22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975: Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person. The Royals Next Door by Karina Halle 4/13/22 (Audiobook part 4, 46:58 -- "To say he looks hot is an understatement.")
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975: Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book with a contraction in the title. I'll Be There for You: The One about Friends by Kelsey Miller 4/7/22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975: Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces."The Marriage Game 4/25/22 ("Now it looks like you're starting to pick up the pieces." -- Audiobook Part 8, 1:11:29)
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975: Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title. Based on a True Story by Norm Macdonald 4/8/22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975: Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book where a character needs to relax. The Heartbreakers by Ali Novak, 4/28/22 -- Oliver is tired after a long week of studio sessions.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975: The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book with a raft or river on the cover. Killing Season by Faye Kellerman 4/29/22
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975: Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life. Warcross by Marie Lu 5/4/22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975: Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book with a prostitute in the story. Fancy Pants by Cathy Marie Hake 4/19/22
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975: Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book with a character in love OR by a female author. Sunburn by Laura Lippman 4/28/22 -- Main characters are in love with each other, and the book has a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975: Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book set in Philadelphia. Birds of Pray: The Story of the Philadelphia Eagles’ Faith, Brotherhood, and Super Bowl Victory by Rob Maaddi 4/18/22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975: B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book with a character that is sad. The Poet by Michael Connelly 5/3/22 "It just made me feel sad." -p. 49
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975: Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book from a trilogy. Two Reasons to Run by Colleen Coble, 5/2/22
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975: Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book where a male character is going to go far in life. Death Cloud by Andy Lane 5/4/22 -- young Sherlock Holmes
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975: Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender. Eight Perfect Hours by Lia Louis 4/6/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975: John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town. We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson 4/5/22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975: America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S. The Summons by Peter Lovesey 4/15/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975: Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book where a character doesn't want their partner to stray. The Death Code by Ava Strong 5/9/22
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975: Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with L. The Library Book by Susan Orlean 4/26/22
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975: Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year). Fresh Eyes on Jesus’ Parables: Discovering New Insights in Familiar Passages by Doug Newton 4/19/22 (Published August 1, 2018)
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975: Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre. Skeptic in Salem: An Episode of Murder by Fiona Grace 5/5/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975: Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies. The One by John Marrs 4/7/22 -- Mandy lies to her family and Richard's family about their relationship.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975: Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds. The Party Crasher by Sophie Kinsella 4/21/22 -- Character named Joe
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975: KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1. Don't Ever Get Old by Daniel Friedman 4/8/22 (Buck Schatz, #1)
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975: Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book set in New York City. Recursion by Blake Crouch 5/23/22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975: David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book where a character finds fame. Toss the Bouquet: Three Spring Love Stories by Ruth Logan Herne 4/1/22 -- In the second story, Jack Vaughn becomes a famous singer.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975: John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year). Red Letter Revolution: What If Jesus Really Meant What He Said? by Shane Claiborne and Tony Campolo 4/3/22 (Published October 8, 2012)
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975: Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book by an author who has not won an award. A Fatal Footnote by Margaret Loudon 4/21/22 (no awards listed on her bio pages)
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975: Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book with a black woman MC. Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband? by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn 5/24/22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975: KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover. Just Haven't Met You Yet by Sophie Cousens 4/22/22
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975: Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover). The Narrows by Michael Connelly 5/20/22
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976: The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book that was made into a movie/TV show. Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie 4/4/22 (made into a movie)
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The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story.
The Girl in White - Lindsay Currie - 9/11/22
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a woman's first name in the title.
Hello, Molly!: A Memoir - Molly Shannon - 8/27/22
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with Y.
Floral Depravity - Beverly Allen - 11/21/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one.
Grace waits for letters from George while he’s deployed - The Last Bookshop in London: A Novel of World War II - Madeline Martin - 5/25/22
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
Marriage Can Be Mischief - Amanda Flower - 12/14/22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book set in Ohio.
Peanut Butter Panic - Amanda Flower - 7/31/22
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names.
Beautiful Country - Qian Julie Wang - 7/18/22
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
Take the Honey and Run - Jennie Marts - 4/8/23
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year).
March 10, 2020 - The Blackbird Girls - Anne Blankman - 10/28/22
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life.
Both MCs are an actress and actor - You Had Me at Hola - Alexis Daria - 9/14/23
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year)
Wedding Cake Crumble - Jenn McKinlay - 8/22/22
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year)
April 5, 2022 - Mining for Murder - Mary Angela - 4/30/22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25
April 19, 2022 - My Sister's Big Fat Indian Wedding - Sajni Patel - 4/13/23
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials.
In the Weeds - B.K. Borison - 1/21/23
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year).
May 3, 2022 - By the Book - Jasmine Guillory - 5/12/22
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Fatal Fascinator - Jenn McKinlay - 1/9/23
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
The Sword of Summer - Rick Riordan - 7/2/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
Beaches, Bungalows & Burglaries - Tonya Kappes - Normal, Ky - 1/12/23
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year)
June 17, 2022 - A Wedding in Tuscany - Sandy Barker - 7/19/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book with an ampersand in the title.
Yes & I Love You - Roni Loren - 12/7/22
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with L.
Legends & Lattes - Travis Baldree - 9/2/23
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year).
July 27, 2004 - Pasta Imperfect - Maddy Hunter - 9/19/22
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre.
Familiar Motives - Delia James - 10/23/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year).
August 10, 2018 - Live and Let Chai - Bree Baker - 9/25/22
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29
April 26, 2022 - Double Shot Death - Emmeline Duncan - 4/30/23
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1.
Body and Soul Food - Abby Collette - Books & Biscuits Mystery #1 - 11/15/22
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year).
September 7, 2021 - The Charm Offensive - Alison Cochrun - 6/26/22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Wonderstruck - Brian Selznick - 8/28/22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year).
October 2, 2018 - The Dream Daughter - Diane Chamberlain - 9/7/22
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year).
October, 12, 2021 - Strawberries and Crime - Elle Brooke White - 4/30/22
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year).
November 9, 2021 - The Wedding Ringer - Kerry Rea - 6/13/22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year)
November 27, 2018 - The Whispered Word - Ellery Adams - 6/30/22
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year)
December 2, 2014 - Keeper of the Castle - Juliet Blackwell - 9/4/22
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
Love, Lists, and Fancy Ships - Sarah Grunder Ruiz - 8/7/22
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level One: 12-18 Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Progress so far: 3 of 36
~The Hits~
✔1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found: Michael's father in The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang 5/15/22
✔2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a (very young) woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs: Yoko: Yoko Learns to Read by Rosemary Wells
✔3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y: Helen in Mayday by Olivia Dade 5/18/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title:
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
✔21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S: Sweetest in the Gale by Olivia Dade 4/27/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title: July 16, 2019: They Called Us Enemy by George Takei
✔23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series OR whose title BEGINS with L: Troubleshooters: The Izzy Novellas: Home Fire Inferno by Suzanne Brockmann 4/3/22
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact): Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer
✔25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre: The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang 5/18/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story: August 15, 2010: The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating by Elisabeth Tova Bailey
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds: August 24, 2021: Bombshell by Sarah MacLean
✔28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1: Reckless #1: Reckless by Ed Brubaker 4/5/22
✔29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City: Tell the Wolves I'm Home 4/18/22
✔30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title: Frederick by Leo Lionni 5/9/22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it: September 28, 2021: Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki
✔32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award: October 19, 2021: Destroy All Monsters by Ed Brubaker 4/14/22
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
✔34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title: People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry 5/4/22
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title: the word "in" is repeated 3 times: A Swim in a Pond in the Rain: In Which Four Russians Give a Master Class on Writing, Reading, and Life by George Saunders
✔36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S: Suzanne Brockmann, author of Free Fall 4/2/22
Hi, I just joined this group. Can I join the challenge? Also if I select level 1 can I change it to level 2 if I actually read more than I assumed I would?
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
💜Completed - 36/36
~The Hits~
✅1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
💜The Summer I Turned Pretty - Jenny Han, 4/21/22
✅2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
💜Iris - Eden Finley, 4/30/22
✅3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
💜Up in Smoke - Ashton Cade, 4/17/22
✅4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
💜Fifteen Hundred Miles from the Sun - Jonny Garza Villa, 7/29/22
✅5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
💜Thank You for Listening - Julia Whelan, 8/18/22
✅6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
💜Hidden Waters - Catherine Cowles, 10/7/22
✅7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
💜The Rarity of Falling - Leeann M. Shane, 5/7/22
✅8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
🌸One Percent of You - Michelle Gross, 5/20/22
✅9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
💜Must Love Hockey - Sarina Bowen, 6/5/22
✅10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
💜Nick and Charlie - Alice Oseman, 11/26/22
✅11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
💜Trust the Focus - Megan Erickson, 4/8/22
✅12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
💜Beyond the Wand: The Magic and Mayhem of Growing Up a Wizard - Tom Felton, 1/13/23
✅13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
💜Got Me Thinking - Casey Cox, 5/16/22
✅14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
💜Edge Of Darkness - Freya Barker, 5/13/22
✅15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
💜More Than A Game - Bella Matthews, 4/7/23
✅16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
💜It's Not Summer Without You - Jenny Han, 4/24/22
✅17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
💜Red, White & Royal Blue - Casey McQuiston, 4/1/22
✅18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
💜Tending Tyler - Jodi Payne, 5/10/22
✅19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
💜Beautifully Broken Life - Catherine Cowles, 5/22/22
✅20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
💜Risky - Aurora Rose Reynolds, 6/19/22
✅21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
💜Scattered Showers - Rainbow Rowell, 12/10/22
✅22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
💜Touchstone - Karen Stivali, 4/12/22
✅23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
💜Lemon Tarts & Stolen Hearts - Dylann Crush, 6/17/22
✅24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
💜Learning to Live - R.D. Cole, 6/11/22
✅25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
💜You & Me - Tal Bauer, 6/28/22
✅26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
💜The Last Thing He Needs - J.H. Knight, 4/15/23
✅27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
💜Cherish Her - Andrea Johnston, 7/4/22
✅28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
💜Goodbye Paradise - Sarina Bowen, 8/2/22
✅29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
💜You, Me, and Our Heartstrings - Melissa See
✅30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
💜Courage - Kristen Proby, 5/29/22
✅31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
💜Wheels Down - Beth Bolden, 6/4/22
✅32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
💜The Archer and His Rosebud - Mindy Michele, 11/1/22
✅33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
💜Can't Get Enough - Molly McLain, 5/3/22
✅34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover OR with a six word title.
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- Melissa Foster, 4/14/22✅35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
💜The Setup and The Substitute - Jiffy Kate, 4/19/22
✅36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
💜Style of Love - A.J. Sherwood, 4/27/22
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book where a person disappears and is not found.
Under Her Care by Lucinda Berry
June 15, 2022
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a woman's first name in the title.
All the Stars in the Sky: The Santa Fe Trail Diary of Florrie Mack Ryder by Megan McDonald
June 29, 2022
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with Y.
Call Us What We Carry by Amanda Gorman
April 10, 2022
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one.
No Exit by Taylor Adams
July 23, 2022
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
The Night Burns Bright by Ross Barkan
April 9, 2022
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person.
Bambino by Flora Ferrari
May 30, 2022
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book where a character breaks up with someone that is "no good".
Lilac by B.B. Reid
April 22, 2022
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces".
The Girl Before by Rena Olsen
May 14, 2022
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough.
But I Love Him by Amanda Grace
June 18, 2022
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with W.
Strangers We Know by Elle Marr
April 16, 2022
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book with a raft or river on the cover (show cover).
Wild River by Rodman Philbrick Oct. 29, 2022
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book with unrequited love in the story.
Evelyn, After by Victoria Helen Stone
Aug. 8, 2022
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book with a prostitute in the story.
Cleopatra's Dagger by Carole Lawrence
June 5, 2022
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
My Evil Mother: A Short Story by Margaret Atwood
April 6, 2022
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year).
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
Published April 25, 2019
Sept. 9, 2022
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book with a character that is sad.
Rescued by Flora Ferrari
May 31, 2022
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year).
This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub
July 16, 2022
Published May 17, 2022
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book where a male character is going to go far in life.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Sept. 3, 2022
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Right Behind You by Gail Giles
April 6, 2022
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
Two Sisters by Kerry Wilkinson
June 27, 2022
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Say Her Name by Zetta Elliott
April 16, 2022
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book where a character doesn't want their partner to stray.
Wreckage by Emily Bleeker
July 26, 2022
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with L.
Leader by Flora Ferrari
June 16, 2022
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing.
Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano
July 8, 2022
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book where one tells another that they will eventually have sex.
Baby Lust by Flora Ferrari
May 28, 2022
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies.
The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix
May 8, 2022
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
The Whisper Man by Alex North
(Frank Carter)
May 23, 2022
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book with a sex scene.
Built by Flora Ferrari
May 30, 2022
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book set in New York City.
In Five Years by Rebecca Serle
May 27, 2022
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Veteran by Flora Ferrari
May 29, 2022
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book that takes place on a ship.
Lifeboat No. 8: An Untold Tale of Love, Loss, and Surviving the Titanic by Elizabeth Kaye
April 30, 2022
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong.
The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
Aug. 18, 2022
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year).
June, Reimagined: A Novel by Rebekah Crane
Published Nov. 1, 2022
Oct. 10, 2022
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover (show cover).
I Color Myself Different by Colin Kaepernick
May 27, 2022
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover).
The Eagles are Back by Jean Craighead George
June 11, 2022
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson
April 28, 2022
The Number One Hits Of 1975Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Goal: 27/24+
Level Two: 24+ Hits
~The Hits~
**1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story.
Tell Me - Anne Frasier - 04/03/22 - Emerson
**2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:**
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year)
Two Can Keep a Secret - Karen M. McManus - 06/26/22 - Published January 8, 2019
**3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year).
Flowers in the Snow - Danielle Stewart - 04/03/22 - Published January 22, 2015.
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
**5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year).
The Many Deaths of Laila Starr - Ram V. - 05/10/22 - February 1, 2022
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
**8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year).
The Dark Queens: The Bloody Rivalry that Forged the Medieval World - Shelley Puhak - 04/21/22 - Published February 22, 2022
**9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year).
The Me You Love In The Dark - Skottie Young - 05/11/22 - March 2, 2022
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
**11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year)
Firekeeper's Daughter - Angeline Boulley - 05/28/22 - March 16, 2021
**12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life.
Over the Top: A Raw Journey to Self-Love - Jonathan Van Ness - 04/27/22
**13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year).
Sea Storm - Andrew Mayne - 05/15/22 - March 29, 2022
**14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
Three Sisters - Heather Morris - 04/08/22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
**16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials.
The City We Became - N.K. Jemisin - 05/12/22
**17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship.
Instructions for Dancing - Nicola Yoon - 04/25/22 - Evie's father.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
**19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Vadászszőnyeg - Gábor Görgey - 05/23/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
**22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year).
Time Will Tell - Sandy Loyd - 06/09/22 - Published June 26, 2013
**23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with L.
The Lost Apothecary - Sarah Penner - 06/25/22
**24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
Where the Deer and the Antelope Play: The Pastoral Observations of One Ignorant American Who Loves to Walk Outside - Nick Offerman - 04/14/22
**25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre.
The Frangipani Hotel: Stories - Violet Kupersmith - 06/13/22
**26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) .
A királycsináló lánya - Philippa Gregory - 06/06/22 - Published August 14, 2012
**27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year).
A romlás virágai - Charles Baudelaire - 05/11/22 - August 23, 1857
**28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1.
Mítosz: Görög mitológia angol humorral - Stephen Fry - 04/18/22
**29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book where the MC is a cowboy.
Unwanted: Dead or Alive - Gene Shelton - 05/18/22 - Buck and Dobie
**30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Djibouti - Elmore Leonard - 04/23/22
**31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year).
Ex Libris: Confessions of a Common Reader - Anne Fadiman - 05/24/22 - October 1, 1998
**32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year).
Trója - Stephen Fry - 06/22/23 - Published October 29, 2020
**33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year).
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay - J.K. Rowling - 05/02/22 - November 18, 2016.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
**35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year).
Goblin King - Kara Barbieri - 05/07/22 - December 1, 2016
**36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
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The Number One Hits Of 1975April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Completed: 0/24+
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level One: 12-18 Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
A Wrinkle in Time read 4/9 (4 word title)
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
Itsy Bitsy Spider read 4/4 (Female Author) Willow Rose
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 31 – June 6 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Just One Damned Thing After Another read 4/4 (First published June 1st 2013)
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Read: 24
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story- 20th Century Boys: The Perfect Edition, Vol. 5-Naoki Urasawa 4/12
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs- Scalped, Vol. 10: Trail's End-Jason Aaron 5/7
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year)- Fortune and Fate-Alyssa Wong 4/24
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title- Ice Cream And Suicide-Jack Ray 5/1
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year)- The Playbook: 52 Rules to Aim, Shoot, and Score in This Game Called Life-Kwame Alexander 5/6
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names- The New Avengers, Volume 2: Sentry-Brian Michael Bendis 5/12
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title- The Lost Art of World Domination-Derek Landy 5/4
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with W- Bloom for Yourself II: Let go and grow-April Green 5/7
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year)- Breaklands Season One: The Chase-Justin Jordan 4/30
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author- The Baby Shift: Delaware-Becca Fanning 4/24
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender- Initial D, Volume 1-Shuichi Shigeno 4/22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S- Science: The Stars in Me Are the Stars in You. 4/30
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre- The Baby Shift: Delaware-Becca Fanning 4/24
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year)- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Vol. 13-Taiki Kawakami 4/19
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book where one character calls another "baby"- Scalped, Vol. 4: The Gravel in Your Guts-Jason Aaron 4/21
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1- Breaklands Season One: The Chase-Justin Jordan 4/30
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book set in New York City- Spider-Women-Robbie Thompson 5/3
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title- Memetic-James Tynion IV 4/30
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book with only two stories/books in itPlease Send Help-Gaby Dunn 4/17
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year)- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Vol. 11-Fuse 4/6
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year)- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, Vol. 14-Taiki Kawakami 4/20
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover (show cover)-
That Time I got Reincarnated as a Slime, Vol. 15-Taiki Kawakami 4/2135. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a repeated word in the title- Science: The Stars in Me Are the Stars in You.-Robert M. Drake 4/30
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book that was made into a movie/TV show- Initial D, Volume 2-Shuichi Shigeno 5/8
The Number One Hits Of 1975April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Level One: 12-18 Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
36/24+ Tasks Completed
~The Hits~
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year)
The Best-Laid Plans by Sarah M. Eden (4/2/22) - January 1
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a woman's first name in the title
Charming Artemis by Sarah M. Eden (4/13/22)
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it
Her Cowboy Switch by Laura Ann (4/19/22)
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year)
Goldilock's Misunderstood Millionaire by Laura Ann (4/26/22) - January 29
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year)
The Dating Game by Jenny Proctor (4/12/22) - February 7
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person
Mistletoe Mistake by Laura Ann (4/28/22)
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book where a character breaks up with some that is "no good"
Summer Nights At The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/7/22)
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces"
Winter Kisses At The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/8/22)
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
A Prince for Ms. Snow by Laura Ann (4/25/22)
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book where a character needs to relax
Waking Ms. Briar by Laura Ann (4/22/22)
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year)
One More Chance by Jennifer Youngblood (5/11/22) - March 16
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book with unrequited love in the story
Never Fall for Your Fake Fiancé by Kate O'Keeffe (4/5/22)
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year)
Cabin Fever at The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/10/22) - March 31
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
Ms. Cinder's Prince by Laura Ann (4/21/22)
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year)
First Real Kiss by Jennifer Griffith (5/6/22) - April 14
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book with a character that is sad.
A Home for the Ugly Duckling by Laura Ann (4/20/20)
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year)
End Zone by Taylor Hart (4/13/22) - May 13
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Mistletoe Magic by Laura Ann (4/27/22)
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Autumn Romance At The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/8/22)
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book with a country boy in the story
Her Pretend Cowboy Boyfriend by Laura Ann (4/17/22)
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Saving Ms. Gothel by Laura Ann (4/25/22)
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year)
Her Dream Cowboy by Laura Ann (4/15/22) - June 22
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen)
The Sweetest Words by Laura Ann (4/30/22)
Three Sisters Cafe is a spin off of The Gingerbread Inn
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year)
A Date for the Goose Girl by Laura Ann (4/23/22) - August 1
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between August 2 – August 8 (of any year)
Practically Perfect by Jennifer Youngblood (4/4/22) - August 4
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies
Mistletoe Mayhem by Laura Ann (4/28/22)
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
If You Want To Kiss A Billionaire by Emma St. Clair (4/11/22) - Hamilton
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year)
Running from the Wolf by Laura Ann (4/23/22) - September 5
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book where the MC is a cowboy
Her Rebel Cowboy by Laura Ann (4/18/22)
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Cade by Diane Darcy (4/12/22)
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year)
Ms. Frogg's Hidden Prince by Laura Ann (4/24/22) - October 2
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year)
The Sassy One by Cami Checketts (4/12/22) - October 30
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year)
Her Second Chance Cowboy by Laura Ann (4/20/22) - November 2
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year)
Mistletoe Maverick by Laura Ann (4/27/22) - November 25
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year)
Her Christmas Baker by Laura Ann (5/3/22) - December 2
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
Night at the Opera by Stacy Henrie (5/2/22)
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
36/36 COMPLETE
~The Hits~
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story
In the Dark of the Night 7/11/22
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs.
Elric of Melniboné 12/19/22
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with Y.
The Kaiju Preservation Society 8/8/22
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one.
Crosstalk 0/30/22
How it fits: Briddy is waiting to hear her fiance's thoughts and many times his call or text.
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
The Travelling Cat Chronicles 6/1/22
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person
Hunt the Stars 7/18/22
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book with a contraction in the title.
I'm the Vampire, That's Why 7/2/22
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year)
Fantasy in Death 5/13/22
Published 2/23/2010
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
Any Way You Bury It 4/27/22
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book pwhere a character needs to relax
Ready Player Two 8/5/22
Wade is trying to win the game and wears himself out barely eating or sleeping
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year)
The Book of Cold Cases 6/27/22 Published 3/15/22
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life.
The Mummy Case 7/18/22
Both Amelia and Emerson are very well respected in their line of work.
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year)
Doctor Who: The Dalek Generation
Finished: 4/6/22
Published 4/2/2013
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book with a character in love
Doctor Who: The Glamour Chase
Finished: 4/22/22
How it fits: Rory and Amy are in love
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year)
Spark and the League of Ursus
Finished: 4/1/2022
Published: 4/21/2020
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials
A Master of Djinn by P. Djèlí Clark
Finished: 4/22/22
How it fits: Author uses initial for first name
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book from a trilogy.
Frost Moon 7/25/22
Book #1 of 3
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Red Rain 12/28/22
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Witch Please by Ann Aguirre 6/20/22
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
Southern Magic 6/8/22
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published whose title BEGINS with S.
Some Girls Bite 5/3/22
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book with an ampersand in the title.
Venom & Vanilla 6/26/22
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book from a spin-off series
Image 5/30/22
Spun off from Buffy The Vampire Slayer
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing
Evermore 10/14/22
How it fits: Ever goes dancing with Haven and Miles
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre.
Monster Hunter International 4/26/22
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies.
The Becoming 4/25/22
How it fits: Avery lies constantly to Anna
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
Buried in the Stacks 8/2/22
Character named Smoky Joe
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book with a sex scene
One Last Stop 8/19/22
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year)
Doctor Who: Big Bang Generation 5/25/22
Published 9/8/2015
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26
We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Finished: 4/12/22
Published: 9/21/1962
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book that takes place on a ship
Lost and Found 6/14/22
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year)
Finished: 4/7/22
Published: 10/22/1917
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 Photographing the Dead 4/29/22
Published: 11/12/2019
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover (show cover)
5/25/22Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover)
Book:
10/10/22The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
How High We Go in the Dark by Sequoia Nagamatsu 9/5/22
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
35/24
{35/36}
~The Hits~
🐣1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year). Murder in a Scottish Shire - Traci Hall 04/10/22 Originally Published January 1, 2020
🐣2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year). Killer Comfort Food - Lynn Cahoon 04/01/22 Published January 5, 2021
🐣3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it.
Read It and Weep - Jenn McKinlay 04/08/22
💐4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one.
Gold Digger - Vicki Delany 05/10/22 {Fiona from Angus}
🐣5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book where characters get caught in the rain.
A Glimmer of a Clue - Daryl Wood Gerber 04/19/22
🐣6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person.
Beating the Wrap - Julie Anne Lindsey 04/21/22 Mason Wright is referred to as “the HANS” (handsome new sheriff) Bonnie definitely thinks he’s HOT!)
💐7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book where a character breaks up with someone that is "no good". (Marygene divorces her abusive husband)
Southern Sass and Killer Cravings - Kate Young 05/13/22
🩴8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces".
Cloche and Dagger - Jenn McKinlay 06/07/22 {Scarlet, after a disastrous and humiliating relationship}
🩴9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
The Twelve Jays of Christmas - Donna Andrews 06/17/22
👙10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book where a character needs to relax.
Bundle of Trouble - Diana Orgain 08/08/22
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
🇺🇸12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life.
The Lights of Sugarberry Cove - Heather Webber 07/22/22 {Sadie has over 3 million subscribers to her social media page}
🇺🇸13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29.
Pleading the Fish - Bree Baker 07/04/22 published March 29, 2022
💐14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
Murder on a Bad Hair Day - Anne George 05/15/22
🩴15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year)
No Farm No Fowl - Julie Anne Lindsey 06/28/22 published April 12, 2022
💐16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year).
Trouble in Spades - Heather Webber 05/31/22 Published April 26, 2002
🇺🇸17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year).
Death by Windmill - Jennifer S. Alderson 07/08/22 published May 16, 2020
👩🏼🏫18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book where a male character is going to go far in life {Tanner Lund} OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Seaside Springtime {“Yours and Mine”} - Debbie Macomber 09/04/22
🩴19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year).
The Diva Says Cheesecake! - Krista Davis 06/24/22 published May 31, 2022
🩴20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
A Likely Story - Jenn McKinlay 06/02/22 {Briar Creek, CT}
🇺🇸21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Stockings and Spells - Nancy Warren 07/30/22
🩴22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year).
Double Wide - Gretchen Archer 06/04/22 Published June 29, 2021
🇺🇸23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen)
You Can't Always Get What You Haunt - Ellen Riggs 07/17/22 {spin-off of “Bought the Farm series}
👩🏼🏫24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
Mrs. Morris and the Pot of Gold - Traci Wilton 09/23/22
👙25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre.
Purls and Potions - Nancy Warren 08/02/22
💐26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies.
On Borrowed Time - Jenn McKinlay 05/01/22 (Antonia Murroz, repeatedly)
🐣27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year). Published August 24, 2021
No Grater Crime - Maddie Day 04/15/22
🐣28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book, Series #1.
A Zen for Murder - Leighann Dobbs 04/24/22
💐29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year).
Halloween Hijinks - Kathi Daley 05/25/22
🩴30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book where a character finds fame.
Chapter and Curse - Elizabeth Penney 06/13/22 {Persephone Brightwell}
🐣31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year).
Beyond a Reasonable Stout - Ellie Alexander 04/29/22 Published September 29, 2019
🇺🇸32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong.
Eggs in Purgatory - Laura Childs 07/16/22 {Toni tells Suzanne and Petra that her husband cheated on her and that she’s left him}
💐33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year).
A Cold Brew Killing - Lena Gregory 05/19/22 {published November 16, 2018}
🐣34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover (show cover).
Deadly Summer Nights - Vicki Delany 04/07/22
💐35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover).
If Fried Chicken Could Fly - Paige Shelton 05/29/22
💐36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year).
On Thin Icing - Ellie Alexander 05/04/22 {Published December 29, 2015}
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level One: 12-18 Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
0/12-18
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
54/54
~The Hits~
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 4 - January 17
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year)
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year)
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year)
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30
The Number One Hits Of 1975 #2Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
54/54
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 31 – June 6 (of any year)
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year)
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between August 2 – August 8
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year)
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year)
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year)
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year)
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year)
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year)
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level One: 12-18 Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story (Vicky and her friends)
Ink and Shadows. Ellery Adams. 4.7.22
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs. (Jason)
Heavenly Pleasures. Kerry Greenwood. 5.16.22
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (1.16.2018)
So You Want to Talk About Race. Ijeoma Oluo. 4.9.22
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it.
A Family Affair. Robyn Carr. 4.29.22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one
Kindred. Octavia E. Butler. 4.24.22
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
Spirit of the Season. Fern Michaels. 4.7.22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person (Sadie meets Luke on a plane and thinks he's hot.)
Sadie on a Plate. Amanda Elliot. 5.13.22
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" (Cornelia leaves her "no good" husband.)
The Saints of Swallow Hill. Donna Everhart. 5.11.22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names.
A Lowcountry Christmas. Mary Alice Monroe. 4.12.22
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
The Haunting of Hill House. Shirley Jackson. 4.12.22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book with a raft or river on the cover (show cover)
. Ellis Peters. 4.18.2212. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life.
The Anthropocene Reviewed. John Green. 4.11.22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (3.30.21)
Of Women and Salt. Gabriela Garcia. 4.30.21
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
Checking Out Crime. Laurie Cass. 5.11.22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) 4.14.2006
The $64 Tomato: How One Man Nearly Lost His Sanity, Spent a Fortune, and Endured an Existential Crisis in the Quest for the Perfect Garden. William Alexander. 4.19.22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials
The Blue Castle. L.M. Montgomery. 4.1.22
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book from a trilogy.
The Zombie Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Living Dead. Max Brooks. 4.9.22
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Oona Out of Order. Margarita Montimore. 4.21.22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
44 Cranberry Point. Debbie Macomber. 4.13.22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (6.19.2001)
American Gods. Neil Gaiman. 4.28.22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (6.22.2021)
The Secret Keeper of Jaipur. Alka Joshi. 4.5.22
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing
The City Baker's Guide to Country Living. Louise Miller. 5.4.22
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book where one tells another that they will eventually have sex .
Lucky. Sharon Sala. 5.7.22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies (Hamlet)
The Burning Pages. Paige Shelton. 4.23.22
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book where one character calls another "baby" (Come on baby, papa…p. 137)
Their Eyes Were Watching God. Zora Neale Hurston. 5.3.22
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book with a sex scene
In a Holidaze. Christina Lauren. 4.30.22
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book set in New York City.
Deacon King Kong. James McBride. 4.18.22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Kindred. Octavia E. Butler. 4.24.22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
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~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: May 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Read: 36
~The Hits~
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story - Stillhouse Lake Rachel Caine - 6/6/22
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) - Pub 1/16/21 - The Invitation Vi Keeland - 5/30/22
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) - Pub 1/22/14 - Forty 2 Days Georgia Le Carre - 5/17/22
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) - Pub 1/28/22 - Beauty and Her Beasts Lisa Cullen - 5/8/22
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title. - The Way We Fall Cassia Leo - 6/21/22
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person - Forever Yours, Sir Laylah Roberts - 6/9/22
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) - Pub 2/15/22 - Someone Like You Marie Force - 5/9/22
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names. - A Night for Us Carrie Ann Ryan - 5/14/22
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title. - One Way Back to Me Carrie Ann Ryan - 5/17/22
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with W. - Any Day Now Robyn Carr - 7/5/22
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) - Pub 3/19/17 - Take Me Back Meghan March - 5/5/22
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life. - Ain't She Sweet Marie Force - 6/5/22
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book set in New Orleans - Beneath These Shadows Meghan March - 5/12/22
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) - Pub 4/11/17 - Anchor Me J. Kenner - 5/1/22
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) - Pub 4/20/21 - State of Affairs Marie Force - 5/10/22
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) - Besotted Georgia Le Carre - 5/24/22
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) - Pub 5/23/17 - Hold Me J. Kenner - 5/30/22
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl. - Falling Freestyle Vivian Arend - 7/21/22
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) - Pub 6/4/12 - The Bull Rider's Brother Lynn Cahoon - 5/13/22
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town. - Wicked as Sin Shayla Black - 6/24/22
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book with a character that cannot commit to a relationship - Submit Melody Anne - 6/1/22
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) - Pub 6/30/20 - Legacy Helen Hardt - 5/26/22
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) - Pub 7/13/20 - The Rivals Vi Keeland - 5/21/22
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) - Pub 7/27/21 - Alibi Nicole Edwards - 6/9/22
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) - Pub 7/7/21 - On a Wednesday Whitney G. - 7/21/22
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies - Queen of Lies Whitney G. - 6/20/22
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) - Pub 8/28/18 - Fine in Lingerie Penelope Sky - 5/23/22
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book with a sex scene - Marrying Winterborne Lisa Kleypas - 5/19/22
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 - Pub 9/14/21 - The Dom Identity Lexi Blake - 6/11/22
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title. - Seduced Melody Anne - 6/17/22
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) - Pub 9/30/14 - Unethical Jennifer Blackwood - 5/3/22
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) - Pub 10/17/16 - Infamous Love Livia Grant - 5/4/22
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) - Pub 11/8/16 - Turbulent Desires Melody Anne - 5/27/22
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover (show cover) -
Lisa Kleypas - 6/19/22Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) - Pub 12/10/14 - Savage Stalker Kathleen Kelly - 9/11/22
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S. - Princess in Lingerie Penelope Sky - 6/30/22
Finished! :)The Number One Hits Of 1975
April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
36/24+ Tasks Completed
~The Hits~
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year)
The Best-Laid Plans by Sarah M. Eden (4/2/22) - January 1
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a woman's first name in the title
Charming Artemis by Sarah M. Eden (4/13/22)
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it
Her Cowboy Switch by Laura Ann (4/19/22)
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year)
Goldilock's Misunderstood Millionaire by Laura Ann (4/26/22) - January 29
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year)
The Dating Game by Jenny Proctor (4/12/22) - February 7
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person
Mistletoe Mistake by Laura Ann (4/28/22)
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book where a character breaks up with some that is "no good"
Summer Nights At The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/7/22)
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces"
Winter Kisses At The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/8/22)
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
A Prince for Ms. Snow by Laura Ann (4/25/22)
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book where a character needs to relax
Waking Ms. Briar by Laura Ann (4/22/22)
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year)
One More Chance by Jennifer Youngblood (5/11/22) - March 16
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book with unrequited love in the story
Never Fall for Your Fake Fiancé by Kate O'Keeffe (4/5/22)
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year)
Cabin Fever at The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/10/22) - March 31
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
Ms. Cinder's Prince by Laura Ann (4/21/22)
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year)
First Real Kiss by Jennifer Griffith (5/6/22) - April 14
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book with a character that is sad.
A Home for the Ugly Duckling by Laura Ann (4/20/20)
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year)
End Zone by Taylor Hart (4/13/22) - May 13
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Mistletoe Magic by Laura Ann (4/27/22)
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Autumn Romance At The Homestead Inn by Kimberly Krey (4/8/22)
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book with a country boy in the story
Her Pretend Cowboy Boyfriend by Laura Ann (4/17/22)
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Saving Ms. Gothel by Laura Ann (4/25/22)
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year)
Her Dream Cowboy by Laura Ann (4/15/22) - June 22
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen)
The Sweetest Words by Laura Ann (4/30/22)
Three Sisters Cafe is a spin off of The Gingerbread Inn
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year)
A Date for the Goose Girl by Laura Ann (4/23/22) - August 1
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between August 2 – August 8 (of any year)
Practically Perfect by Jennifer Youngblood (4/4/22) - August 4
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies
Mistletoe Mayhem by Laura Ann (4/28/22)
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
If You Want To Kiss A Billionaire by Emma St. Clair (4/11/22) - Hamilton
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year)
Running from the Wolf by Laura Ann (4/23/22) - September 5
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book where the MC is a cowboy
Her Rebel Cowboy by Laura Ann (4/18/22)
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Cade by Diane Darcy (4/12/22)
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year)
Ms. Frogg's Hidden Prince by Laura Ann (4/24/22) - October 2
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year)
The Sassy One by Cami Checketts (4/12/22) - October 30
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year)
Her Second Chance Cowboy by Laura Ann (4/20/22) - November 2
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year)
Mistletoe Maverick by Laura Ann (4/27/22) - November 25
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year)
Her Christmas Baker by Laura Ann (5/3/22) - December 2
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
Night at the Opera by Stacy Henrie (5/2/22)
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level One: 12-18 Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Complete
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story (Vicky and her friends)
Ink and Shadows. Ellery Adams. 4.7.22
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs. (Jason)
Heavenly Pleasures. Kerry Greenwood. 5.16.22
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (1.16.2018)
So You Want to Talk About Race. Ijeoma Oluo. 4.9.22
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it.
A Family Affair. Robyn Carr. 4.29.22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one
Kindred. Octavia E. Butler. 4.24.22
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
Spirit of the Season. Fern Michaels. 4.7.22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person (Sadie meets Luke on a plane and thinks he's hot.)
Sadie on a Plate. Amanda Elliot. 5.13.22
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" (Cornelia leaves her "no good" husband.)
The Saints of Swallow Hill. Donna Everhart. 5.11.22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names.
A Lowcountry Christmas. Mary Alice Monroe. 4.12.22
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title.
The Haunting of Hill House. Shirley Jackson. 4.12.22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book with a raft or river on the cover (show cover)
. Ellis Peters. 4.18.2212. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life.
The Anthropocene Reviewed. John Green. 4.11.22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (3.30.21)
Of Women and Salt. Gabriela Garcia. 4.30.21
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
Checking Out Crime. Laurie Cass. 5.11.22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) 4.14.2006
The $64 Tomato: How One Man Nearly Lost His Sanity, Spent a Fortune, and Endured an Existential Crisis in the Quest for the Perfect Garden. William Alexander. 4.19.22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials
The Blue Castle. L.M. Montgomery. 4.1.22
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book from a trilogy.
The Zombie Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Living Dead. Max Brooks. 4.9.22
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
Oona Out of Order. Margarita Montimore. 4.21.22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
44 Cranberry Point. Debbie Macomber. 4.13.22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (6.19.2001)
American Gods. Neil Gaiman. 4.28.22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (6.22.2021)
The Secret Keeper of Jaipur. Alka Joshi. 4.5.22
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing
The City Baker's Guide to Country Living. Louise Miller. 5.4.22
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book where one tells another that they will eventually have sex .
Lucky. Sharon Sala. 5.7.22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies (Hamlet)
The Burning Pages. Paige Shelton. 4.23.22
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book where one character calls another "baby" (Come on baby, papa…p. 137)
Their Eyes Were Watching God. Zora Neale Hurston. 5.3.22
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book with a sex scene
In a Holidaze. Christina Lauren. 4.30.22
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book set in New York City.
Deacon King Kong. James McBride. 4.18.22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Kindred. Octavia E. Butler. 4.24.22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (10.6.2015)
The Secret Chord. Geraldine Brooks. 4.26.22
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (10.26.21)
Dinner on Primrose Hill. Jodi Thomas. 4.6.22
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book with a black woman MC. (Hannie)
The Book of Lost Friends. Lisa Wingate. 4.27.22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
Little Souls. Sandra Dallas. 5.8.22
FINISHED!The Number One Hits Of 1975 - Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
Read: 36/24+ (36 possible)
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975: Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book where a person disappears and is not found. The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien 4/8/22 -- Mary Anne Bell (a teenage girl) "walked off into the mountains and did not come back."
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975: Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs.Catching Christmas by Terri Blackstock 4/5/22 -- Sydney's client comes to court high.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975: Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with Y. The Lost Boy by Rachel Amphlett 4/22/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975: The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one. Out of Range by C.J. Box 4/14/22 -- Marybeth is waiting for her husband to call home from his lengthy work trip.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975: Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title. The End of Me: Where Real Life in the Upside-Down Ways of Jesus Begins by Kyle Idleman 4/27/22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975: Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person. The Royals Next Door by Karina Halle 4/13/22 (Audiobook part 4, 46:58 -- "To say he looks hot is an understatement.")
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975: Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book with a contraction in the title. I'll Be There for You: The One about Friends by Kelsey Miller 4/7/22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975: Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book where someone has to "pick up the pieces."The Marriage Game 4/25/22 ("Now it looks like you're starting to pick up the pieces." -- Audiobook Part 8, 1:11:29)
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975: Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book with a five word title. Based on a True Story by Norm Macdonald 4/8/22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975: Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book where a character needs to relax. The Heartbreakers by Ali Novak, 4/28/22 -- Oliver is tired after a long week of studio sessions.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975: The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book with a raft or river on the cover. Killing Season by Faye Kellerman 4/29/22
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975: Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book where a character makes it big in life. Warcross by Marie Lu 5/4/22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975: Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book with a prostitute in the story. Fancy Pants by Cathy Marie Hake 4/19/22
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975: Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book with a character in love OR by a female author. Sunburn by Laura Lippman 4/28/22 -- Main characters are in love with each other, and the book has a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975: Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book set in Philadelphia. Birds of Pray: The Story of the Philadelphia Eagles’ Faith, Brotherhood, and Super Bowl Victory by Rob Maaddi 4/18/22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975: B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book with a character that is sad. The Poet by Michael Connelly 5/3/22 "It just made me feel sad." -p. 49
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975: Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book from a trilogy. Two Reasons to Run by Colleen Coble, 5/2/22
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975: Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book where a male character is going to go far in life. Death Cloud by Andy Lane 5/4/22 -- young Sherlock Holmes
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975: Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender. Eight Perfect Hours by Lia Louis 4/6/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975: John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town. We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson 4/5/22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975: America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S. The Summons by Peter Lovesey 4/15/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975: Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book where a character doesn't want their partner to stray. The Death Code by Ava Strong 5/9/22
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975: Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with L. The Library Book by Susan Orlean 4/26/22
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975: Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year). Fresh Eyes on Jesus’ Parables: Discovering New Insights in Familiar Passages by Doug Newton 4/19/22 (Published August 1, 2018)
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975: Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book from the Paranormal genre. Skeptic in Salem: An Episode of Murder by Fiona Grace 5/5/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975: Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with a character that lies. The One by John Marrs 4/7/22 -- Mandy lies to her family and Richard's family about their relationship.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975: Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds. The Party Crasher by Sophie Kinsella 4/21/22 -- Character named Joe
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975: KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1. Don't Ever Get Old by Daniel Friedman 4/8/22 (Buck Schatz, #1)
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975: Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book set in New York City. Recursion by Blake Crouch 5/23/22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975: David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book where a character finds fame. Toss the Bouquet: Three Spring Love Stories by Ruth Logan Herne 4/1/22 -- In the second story, Jack Vaughn becomes a famous singer.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975: John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year). Red Letter Revolution: What If Jesus Really Meant What He Said? by Shane Claiborne and Tony Campolo 4/3/22 (Published October 8, 2012)
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975: Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book by an author who has not won an award. A Fatal Footnote by Margaret Loudon 4/21/22 (no awards listed on her bio pages)
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975: Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book with a black woman MC. Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband? by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn 5/24/22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975: KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover. Just Haven't Met You Yet by Sophie Cousens 4/22/22
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975: Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover). The Narrows by Michael Connelly 5/20/22
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976: The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book that was made into a movie/TV show. Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie 4/4/22 (made into a movie)
All done.The Number One Hits Of 1975
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
READ: 36/36
✔️1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
Tome of the Undergates - Sam Sykes (pub Jan 1, 2010) 4/30
✔️2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
The Importance of Being Alice - Katie MacAlister 4/24
✔️3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
Money Hungry - Joseph Browning & Suzi Yee 5/5
✔️4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
The Atlas Six - Olivie Blake (pub Jan 31, 2020) 4/19
✔️5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
The Second Blind Son - Amy Harmon 4/6
✔️6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
Trail Of Blood - Lisa Black 5/17
✔️7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
I'm Not Lion To You - Krystal Shannan 4/23
✔️8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
Murder with Lemon Tea Cakes - Karen Rose Smith 4/8
✔️9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
Under the Cover of Murder - Lauren Elliott 4/17
✔️10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
One for Sorrow - Sarah A. Denzil 5/12
✔️11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
The Bronzed Beasts - Roshani Chokshi 5/21
✔️12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
The Silvered Serpents - Roshani Chokshi (Severin & Laila) 5/15
✔️13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
Sinister - Jana Deleon 4/12
✔️14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
Lowcountry Boil - Susan M. Boyer 4/17
✔️15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
Dead Wrong - Mariah Stewart 4/15
✔️16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
A Fate of Wrath & Flame - K.A. Tucker 4/3
✔️17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
The Gilded Wolves - Roshani Chokshi 4/28
✔️18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter
Last Licks - Cynthia Baxter 4/7
✔️19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials
Pleading the Fish - Bree Baker 5/14
✔️20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
Drift - L.T. Ryan & Brian Shea 5/30
✔️21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
Sting - Sandra Brown 5/3
✔️22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
Lipstick & Lattes - Tracy Krimmer 4/1
✔️23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series OR whose title BEGINS with L.
A Trail Through Time - Jodi Taylor (pub July 24, 2014) 4/9
✔️24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
Honey and the Hired Hand - Joan Johnston 5/20
✔️25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
Touch If You Dare - Stephanie Rowe 5/13
✔️26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies As the Crow Flies - Robin Lythgoe (hero) 5/19
✔️27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
Mystic Pieces - Ada Bell (Aly Reynolds) 5/23
✔️28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
Be My Ghost - Carol J. Perry 4/23
✔️29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
The Cartographers - Peng Shepherd 5/8
✔️30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
Gemina - Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff 5/1
✔️31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
Obsidio - Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff (space ship) 5/2
✔️32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
A Rose Should Be Red: Part 1 - Akaku Red 4/17
✔️33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
The Trade - Meghan Quinn 5/17 (St. Croix)
✔️34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
Hotel Silence - Auður Ava Ólafsdóttir 5/9
✔️35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
Night of the Wolves - Heather Graham (pub Nov 29, 2009) 4/29
✔️36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
The Burning Pages - Paige Shelton 4/22
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
Mod
The Number One Hits Of 1975
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1 - May 28, 2022
Read: 36/36
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book with a teenage girl in the story.
Summer People Elin Hilderbrand 4/2/22
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book with a character that does drugs.
When I Found You Brenda Novak 5/28/22
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book where one dumps their lover and regrets it.
Summerland Elin Hilderbrand 4/10/22
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book where a character is waiting for word from their loved one.
The Truest Thing Samantha Young 4/21/22
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book with a four word title.
Things We Never Said Samantha Young 4/20/22
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book where a person sees a really "HOT" person.
Goaltending Jami Davenport 4/5/22
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21
Pub Feb. 15th 2022 Someone Like You Marie Force 4/9/22
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book by an author who uses three names.
A Cowboy's Christmas Vicki Lewis Thompson 4/25/22
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough.
A Family Affair Robyn Carr 4/13/22
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book whose title ENDS with W.
Afterglow Aria Wyatt 4/17/22
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book with a river on the cover.
Looking for You Kelly Elliott 5/26/2212. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28.
Published March 22, 2022 Hearts in Motion Kelly Elliott 5/25/22
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4.
pub. April 1, 2020 Falling for the Undercover Agent Agnes Canestri 5/18/22
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book by a female author.
The Overnight Guest Heather Gudenkauf 5/1/22
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book with a character that plays tennis.
Superfan Sarina Bowen 4/27/22
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book by an author that uses initials.
Studfinder L.B. Dunbar 4/14/22
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23.
Deflected Jami Davenport 4/4/22 Published May 23rd 2019
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
Sure Shot Sarina Bowen 4/29/22
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
A Stranger's Game Colleen Coble 4/12/22
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book set in a small town.
Every Little Thing Samantha Young 4/18/22
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book whose title BEGINS with S.
Stealing Home Tara Wyatt 4/6/22
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18.
Barefoot Elin Hilderbrand 4/3/22 Published July 2nd 2007
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book from a spin-off series.
Cakewalk Claire Hastings 4/7/22 (Busy Bean #3)
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book where a character goes dancing.
The Butterfly Effect Kelly Elliott 5/21/22
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book where one tells another that they will eventually have sex.
Spring Tide Tess Shepherd 4/13/22
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book with three brothers in the story.
Full Texas Throttle Katherine Garbera 4/5/22
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book where one character calls another "baby".
Overnight Sensation Sarina Bowen 4/26/22
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a Series #1.
Mystic Falls Vickie McKeehan 4/12/22 (Coyote Wells #1)
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book where the MC is a cowboy.
Colorado Cabin in the Pines Jill Haymaker 4/23/22
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book with a one word title.
Stargazer Wendy S. Marcus 4/7/22
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book that takes place on a ship.
A Crime of Passion Fruit Ellie Alexander 5/5/22
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31.
published October 19th 2019 Moonlighter Sarina Bowen 4/28/22
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book with a black woman MC.
Doubletalk Teralyn Mitchell 4/15/22
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book with a blue cover.
Colorado Wrangler Jill Haymaker 4/24/22 35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book with a bird on the cover.
Featherbed Annabeth Albert 4/8/2236. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book by an author whose first name begins with S.
Safeguard Stephanie Rose 4/11/22
The Number One Hits Of 1975Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
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The Number One Hits Of 1975
Level One: 12-18 Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level Two: 24+ Hits
Duration: April 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023
~The Hits~
1. December 28, 1974 – January 3, 1975:
Helen Reddy – Angie Baby
🎤 Read a book published between December 28 – January 3 (of any year) OR with a teenage girl in the story OR where a person disappears and is not found.
2. January 4, 1975 – January 17, 1975:
Elton John – Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds
🎤 Read a book published between January 3 - January 17 (of any year) OR with a woman's first name in the title OR with a character that does drugs.
3. January 18, 1975 – January 24, 1975:
Barry Manilow – Mandy
🎤 Read a book published between January 18 – January 24 (of any year) OR where one dumps their lover and regrets it OR whose title ENDS with Y.
4. January 25, 1975 – January 31, 1975:
The Carpenters – Please Mr. Postman
🎤 Read a book published between January 25 – January 31 (of any year) OR where a character is waiting for word (letter, text, email, etc.) from their loved one OR with MR. in the title.
5. February 1, 1975 – February 7, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Laughter in the Rain
🎤 Read a book published between February 1 – February 7 (of any year) OR where characters get caught in the rain OR with a four word title.
6. February 8, 1975 – February 14, 1975:
Ohio Players – Fire
🎤 Read a book published between February 8 – February 14 (of any year) OR where a person sees a really "HOT" person OR set in Ohio.
7. February 15, 1975 – February 21, 1975:
Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good
🎤 Read a book published between February 15 – February 21 (of any year) OR where a character breaks up with some that is "no good" OR with a contraction in the title.
8. February 22, 1975 – February 28, 1975:
Average White Band – Pick Up the Pieces
🎤 Read a book published between February 22 – February 28 (of any year) OR where someone has to "pick up the pieces" OR by an author who uses three names.
9. March 1, 1975 – March 7, 1975:
Eagles – The Best of My Love
🎤 Read a book published between March 1 – March 7 (of any year) OR where a character gives their best to a relationship and it's not enough OR with a five word title.
10. March 8, 1975 – March 14, 1975:
Olivia Newton-John – Have You Never Been Mellow
🎤 Read a book published between March 8 – March 14 (of any year) OR where a character needs to relax OR whose title ENDS with W.
11. March 15, 1975 – March 21, 1975:
The Doobie Brothers – Black Water
🎤 Read a book published between March 15 – March 21 (of any year) OR with a raft or river on the cover (show cover) OR set in Mississippi.
12. March 22, 1975 – March 28, 1975:
Frankie Valli – My Eyes Adored You
🎤 Read a book published between March 22 – March 28 (of any year) OR with unrequited love in the story OR where a character makes it big in life.
13. March 29, 1975 – April 4, 1975:
Patti LaBelle – Lady Marmalade
🎤 Read a book published between March 29 – April 4 (of any year) OR set in New Orleans OR with a prostitute in the story.
14. April 5, 1975 – April 11, 1975:
Minnie Riperton – Lovin’ You
🎤 Read a book published between April 5 – April 11 (of any year) OR with a character in love OR by a female author.
15. April 12, 1975 – April 25, 1975:
Elton John – Philadelphia Freedom
🎤 Read a book published between April 12 – April 25 (of any year) OR set in Philadelphia OR with a character that plays tennis.
16. April 26, 1975 – May 2, 1975:
B. J. Thomas – (Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song
🎤 Read a book published between April 26 – May 2 (of any year) OR by an author that uses initials OR with a character that is sad.
17. May 3, 1975 – May 23, 1975:
Tony Orlando and Dawn – He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You)
🎤 Read a book published between May 3 – May 23 (of any year) OR where a person cheats and moves on from the relationship OR from a trilogy.
18. May 24, 1975 – May 30, 1975:
Earth, Wind & Fire – Shining Star
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR where a male character is going to go far in life OR with a two word title where both words begin with the same letter like Gone Girl.
19. May 31, 1975 – June 6, 1975:
Freddy Fender – Before the Next Teardrop Falls
🎤 Read a book published between May 24 – May 30 (of any year) OR with a character who speaks Spanish OR whose author has the same initials like Freddy Fender.
20. June 7, 1975 – June 13, 1975:
John Denver – Thank God I’m a Country Boy
🎤 Read a book published between June 7 – June 13 (of any year) OR with a country boy in the story OR set in a small town.
21. June 14, 1975 – June 20, 1975:
America – Sister Golden Hair
🎤 Read a book published between June 14 – June 20 (of any year) OR with a character that cannot commit to a relationship OR whose title BEGINS with S.
22. June 21, 1975 – July 18, 1975:
Captain & Tennille – Love Will Keep Us Together
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where a character doesn't want their partner to stray OR with an ampersand in the title.
23. July 19, 1975 – July 25, 1975:
Wings – Listen to What the Man Said
🎤 Read a book published between July 19 – July 25 (of any year) OR from a spin-off series (like Speakeasy Taproom is a spin off of True North by Sarina Bowen) OR whose title BEGINS with L.
24. July 26, 1975 – August 1, 1975:
Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
🎤 Read a book published between July 26 – August 1 (of any year) OR where a character goes dancing OR whose title contains the words AND THE (intact).
25. August 2, 1975 – August 8, 1975:
Eagles – One of These Nights
🎤 Read a book published between June 21 – July 18 (of any year) OR where one tells another that they will eventually have sex OR from the Paranormal genre.
26. August 9, 1975 – August 22, 1975:
Bee Gees – Jive Talkin’
🎤 Read a book published between August 9 – August 22 (of any year) OR with a character that lies OR with three brothers in the story.
27. August 23, 1975 – August 29, 1975:
Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds – Fallin’ in Love
🎤 Read a book published between August 23 – August 29 (of any year) OR where one character calls another "baby" OR with a character named (first or last) Hamilton, Joe, Frank or Reynolds.
28. August 30, 1975 – September 5, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – Get Down Tonight
🎤 Read a book published between August 30 – September 5 (of any year) OR with a sex scene OR a Series #1.
29. September 6, 1975 – September 19, 1975:
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy
🎤 Read a book published between September 6 – September 19 (of any year) OR where the MC is a cowboy OR set in New York City.
30. September 20, 1975 – September 26, 1975:
David Bowie – Fame
🎤 Read a book published between September 20 – September 26 (of any year) OR where a character finds fame OR with a one word title.
31. September 27, 1975 – October 10, 1975:
John Denver – I’m Sorry / Calypso
🎤 Read a book published between September 27 – October 10 (of any year) OR that takes place on a ship OR with only two stories/books in it.
32. October 11, 1975 – October 31, 1975:
Neil Sedaka – Bad Blood
🎤 Read a book published between October 11 – October 31 (of any year) OR where a friend tells him/her that their loved one did them wrong OR by an author who has not won an award.
33. November 1, 1975 – November 21, 1975:
Elton John – Island Girl
🎤 Read a book published between November 1 – November 21 (of any year) OR set in the Caribbean OR with a black woman MC.
34. November 22, 1975 – November 28, 1975:
KC and the Sunshine Band – That’s the Way (I Like It)
🎤 Read a book published between November 22 – November 28 (of any year) OR with a blue cover (show cover) OR with a six word title.
35. November 29, 1975 – December 26, 1975:
Silver Convention – Fly, Robin, Fly
🎤 Read a book published between November 29 – December 26 (of any year) OR with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a repeated word in the title.
36. December 27, 1975 – January 2, 1976:
The Staple Singers – Let’s Do It Again
🎤 Read a book published between December 27 – January 2 (of any year) OR that was made into a movie/TV show OR by an author whose first or last name begins with S.
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