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Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 2 11 or more
15/11+ Completed. Finished
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
01.(PC:237)Until May-Aurora Rose Reynolds 7/03/22
02.(PC:349)Chilled-Kendra Elliot 7/21/22
03.Toni Anderson-Cold Blooded 7/22/22
04.Tawna Fenske-Stiff Suit 8/11/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
05.(11/2014)Hollywood Games-M.Z. Kelly 7/03/22
06.Giana Darling-When Heroes Fall 9/15/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
07.(07/2022)Get Tragic,-Lani Lynn Vale 7/21/22
08.Molly Black-Girl One: Murder 7/01/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
09.Cyn & the Peanut Butter Cup-Pru Warren 7/09/22
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
10.Maya Gray Series:Girl Five: Bound-Molly Black 8/11/22
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
11.Amber Kelly-Fragile Hearts 7/02/22
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
12.Isabella Maldonado-Phoenix Burning 7/21/22
13.Piper Davenport-Primal Vengeance 9/23/22
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
14.Farrah Rochon-The Boyfriend Project 7/16/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
15.M. Robinson-Second Chance Scandal 7/28/22
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
Completed: 11
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book where the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN- White Rook-Ingrid Seymour 7/7
Black Rook-Ingrid Seymour 7/7
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island- The Island-C.L. Taylor 7/6
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year- Captain America: Red Menace, Vol. 1-Ed Brubaker 7/1
Children of Darkness-James E. Wisher 7/5
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA- Field Music-Alexandria Hall 7/9
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book set in Mexico- Saint Death-Marcus Sedgwick 7/13
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN- The Near Daphne Experience-Alison Reynolds 7/6
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE- Jinxed-Amy McCulloch 7/7
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school- A Silent Voice, Vol. 7-Yoshitoki Oima 7/1
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in PERTH- A Slow Fire Burning-Paula Hawkins 7/5
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
3 Tasks
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
✅Goodbye Paradise - Sarina Bowen, 8/2/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
✅Cherish Her - Andrea Johnston, 7/4/22
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
✅Fifteen Hundred Miles from the Sun - Jonny Garza Villa, 7/29/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Independence DayJuly 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level 2
13 of 11+ Complete
TASKS - can be done multiple times
1. Afghanistan
Read a book where the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
📍A Gentleman in Moscow - Amor Towles - 7/2/22 - AT
📍One L: The Turbulent True Story of a First Year at Harvard Law School - Scott Turow - 7/10/22 - ST
2. Antigua and Barbuda
Read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
📍Kiss Me Like This - Bella Andre - 8/19/22 - BA
3. Bahamas
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
📍On Writers and Writing - Margaret Atwood - 7/31/22 - MA
📍It Came Upon a Midnight Clear - Suzanne Brockmann - 7/9/22 - SB
4. India (August 15)
Read a book set in India.
📍Rebel Queen - Michelle Moran - 8/28/22
5. Ghana (March 6)
📍Read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Edge of Eon - Anna Hackett - 7/3/22 - AH
6. Mexico (September 15)
Read a book that is fifth in a series.
📍It Happened One Wedding - Julie James - 7/16/22 - #5 FBI/US Attorney
7. Philippines (June 2)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
📍Mercy Kill - Lori G. Armstrong - 8/26/22 - LGA
📍Hurricane Beach - Lexie Nicholas - 7/28/22 - LN
8. France (July 14)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
📍Life Flight - Lynette Eason - 7/7/22 - LE
9. Indonesia (August 17)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS
📍Love Unscripted - Tina Reber - 7/3/22 - TR
10. Australia (January 26)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
📍All Together Now - Matthew Norman - 8/18/22 - MN
Mod
Duration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 1 10 tasks
Read: 10/10
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book that has 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973.
375 pages Never Enough Roxie Noir 7/2/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book published in November of any year.
published November 17th 2020 Operation Bailey Birthday Piper Rayne 7/5/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book where the author's initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Wife in Disguise Susan Mallery 7/5/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover.
Red Hot Mama Reagan McDaniels 7/13/225. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Beastly Book of Spells Nyx Halliwell 8/26/22
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
After Care L.B. Dunbar 7/6/22
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family.
Blue Hawaiian Carla Luna 8/3/22
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book where a character is a firefighter.
Winning my Best Friend's Girl Piper Rayne 7/3/22
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Headstrong Eden Finley 7/27/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in PERTH.
Rules for Dating Your Ex Piper Rayne 7/4/22
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022- August 13, 2022
COMPLETED
Level 2 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Searching for Evidence by Tyler Anne Snell 7/17/2022
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in BARBUDA or set on an island.
One Summer by David Baldacci 7/13/2022
B & D in Barbuda
The Mapping of Love and Death by Jacqueline Winspear 7/23/2022
Set in England
The Bone Cay by Eliza Nellums 8/8/2022
Set on Key West.
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year.
Unraveled Sleeve by Monica Ferris 7/6/2022
Pub'd on July 1, 2001
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
Paw and Order by Spencer Quinn 8/1/2022
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Murder Is No Picnic by Amy Pershing 7/31/2022
Sam attends the Fair Harbour Fourth of July parade.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or author's initials in DOLORES
A Murderous Yarn by Monica Ferris 7/8/2022
40-Love by Olivia Dade 7/26/2022
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or which the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN
We Were the Mulvaneys by Carol Joyce Oates 7/4/2022
Dance Upon the Air by Nora Roberts 7/21/2022
Four Ways to Wear a Dress by Gillian Libby 8/5/2022 G & L are in ARAW NG KALAYAAN
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Dear Mrs. Bird by A J Pearce 8/9/2022
Bill, Bunty's fiance, is a fireman and AP are in Parade.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school.
Swift Justice by Laura DiSilverio 7/15/2022
Lizzy and Linnea
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
If You've Got It, Haunt It by Rose Pressey Bettancourt 7/14/2022
Into the Darkest Corner by Elizabeth Haynes 7/31/2022
Crosshairs by Patricia Bradley 8/12/2022
Second Vespers by Ralph McInerny 8/13/2022
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Goal: 13/11+
Level 2 11 or more
Each task can be done as many times as you like.
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
A History of What Comes Next - Sylvain Neuvel - 07/04/22 - Author's initials
Foundation and Earth - Isaac Asimov - 07/20/22 - Author's initials
Sharp Objects - Gillian Flynn - 07/25/22 - Author's initials
Killer Pizza - Greg Taylor - 07/29/22 - Author's initials
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Book Love - Debbie Tung - 08/30/22 - Author's initials
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Mexican Gothic - Silvia Moreno-Garcia - 07/08/22 - Author's initials
Zen buddhizmus - Béla Hamvas - 07/21/22 - Author's initials
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
The Orphan Collector - Ellen Marie Wiseman - 08/04/22 - Pia attends a parade
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
A medve és a csalogány - Katherine Arden - 07/11/22 - Author's initials
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
The Ice Storm - Rick Moody - 07/01/22 - Author's initials
Lassúság - Milan Kundera - 07/20/22 - Set in France
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
A Work in Progress - Staci Stallings - 08/22/22 - Author's initials
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
A gyertyák csonkig égnek - Sándor Márai - 08/12/22 - Author's initials
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022- September 30, 2022
Level 1: 3-10 tasks
Level 2: 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan
- Words in the Dust by Trent Reedy
Sept. 29, 2022
🌐 Read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973
-No Exit by Taylor Adams 371 pgs
July 23, 2022
- Italian Stallion by Flora Ferrari 93 pgs
Aug. 24, 2022
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
-Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano
July 8, 2022
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island
- Wreckage by Emily Bleeker
July 26, 2022
🌐 Read a book published in November of any year.
- Evelyn, After by Victoria Helen Stone
Aug. 8, 2022
Published Nov. 1, 2016
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
- Arizona by Rachel Grack
Sept. 13, 2022
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year
- The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
Published July 3, 2020
Aug. 18, 2022
🌐 Read a book with a character called Charles
- Big Chicas Don't Cry by Annette Chavez Macias
Aug. 24, 2022
- The Wild Queen: The Days and Nights of Mary Queen of Scots by Carolyn Meyer
Sept. 17, 2022
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
- Don't Look Now by Mary Burton
Aug. 31, 2022
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series
- Clara by Michelle Miller (The Fairer Sex #5)
Sept. 13, 2022
🌐 Read a book set in Mexico
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
-This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub
July 16, 2022
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family
🌐 Read a book tagged culinary
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
- You Are (Not) Small by Anna Kang
Aug. 18, 2022
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school
🌐 Read a book where a character gets a honor or an award
- Doctor Ice Pick by Claire Prentice
Aug. 9, 2022
(Dr. Antonio Egas Moniz won the nobel prize)
- The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Sept. 3, 2022
(Evelyn wins an Oscar award)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS
- A History of Wild Places by Shea Ernshaw
Sept. 24, 2022
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
In! Any book posted has been read. **Finished 7/221. 🌐 Read a book that has 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973. Town in a Blueberry Jam (321 pgs)
2. 🌐 Read a book set on an island. Katherine of Aragón: The True Queen (England)
3. 🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS. Passing Fancies Marlowe Benn
4. 🌐 Read a book with a red cover.
5. 🌐 Read a book where a character attends a parade. A Timely Vision (MC is mayor and is in a fourth of july event)
6. 🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES. Trigger Yappy Diana Orgain
7. 🌐 Read a book tagged culinary. For Batter or Worse
8. 🌐 Read a book where the author’s initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE. Death by Hot Apple Cider Alex Erickson
9. 🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS. First Episode Terence Rattigan
10. 🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE. We Bought a Zoo Benjamin Mee
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022- September 30, 2022
11/11 or more
Level 2: 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
372 pgs-A Well Constructed Murder Reagan Davis 7/4/22
Author initials SH-Death by Dragon Susan Harper 8/19/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
GA-A Gingersnap Decision Gretchen Allen 7/18/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
7/1/22-Murderous 4th of July Kathleen Suzette 7/2/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
K.B. Blake 8/19/225. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Pet parade-Petter Off Dead Chelsea Thomas 7/15/22
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
#5 Seabreeze Harbor Mysteries A Prop of Murder Penny Brooke 7/5/22
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
WN-Murder Takes a Bow Wendy Neugent 7/11/22
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the author's initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
EA-The Hole Truth Emma Ainsley 7/8/22
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Olivia won best pie award-A Pie to Vie For Kathryn Lin 7/1/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the author's initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
PB-Laced with Murder Patti Benning 7/10/22
Mod
Duration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 2 11/ 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Life's Amusement Park: A Whimsical Guide to the Rides of Life by Susan Finelli 8/2/2022
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book published in November of any year.
Secrets of My Hollywood Life by Jen Calonita 7/25/2022 (Published November 16th 2008)
🌐Read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Partners in Lime by Bree Baker 7/30/2022
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year.
Who Was Dr. Seuss? by Janet B. Pascal 7/22/2022 (Published July 7th 2011)
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series.
A Chip and a Chair by Cordelia Kingsbridge 7/2/2022
Death, Taxes, and Hot-Pink Leg Warmers by Diane Kelly 7/20/2022
RaspBuried Tort by Lyndsey Cole 7/23/2022
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family.
Murder With a View by Diane Kelly 7/12/2022
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read A book where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Where Death Meets the Devil by L.J. Hayward 7/22/2022
Noddy And His Car by Enid Blyton 7/23/2022
Hurray For Little Noddy by Enid Blyton 7/23/2022
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FINISHED!!!Independence Day
Duration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 1 3-10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
Part One - 74
Part Two - 35 books
109/11+
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan
or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973
The Long Way Home Louise Penny (373 pages) 07/04/22
Bloomsbury Girls Natalie Jenner (370 pages) 07/07/22
A Visit from the Goon Squad Jennifer Egan 07/21/22
Glass Houses Louise Penny (391 pages) 07/22/22
Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown (301 pages) 08/01/22
A Better Man (Chief Inspector Armand Gamache #15) Louise Penny (437 pages) 08/07/22
Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead (Finlay Donovan #2) Elle Cosimano (353 pages) 08/22/22
West with Giraffes Lynda Rutledge (381 pages) 08/26/22
My Cousin Rachel Daphne du Maurier (349 pages) 08/27/22
Brown Girl Dreaming Jacqueline Woodson (337 pages) 09/22/22
Wrangled by Lilith Remi Carrington (272 pages) 09/27/22
or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Plainly Murder Isabella Alan 07/21/22
D is for Deadbeat Sue Grafton 07/22/22
Under One Roof (STEMinist #1) Ali Hazelwood 08/05/22
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button F. Scott Fitzgerald 08/07/22
French Braid Anne Tyler 08/12/22
More Happy Than Not Adam Silvera 08/20/22
Murder, Served Simply(An Amish Quilt Shop Mystery #3) Isabella Alan 08/26/22
Stuck with You (STEMinist #2) Ali Hazelwood 09/01/22
Murder, Plainly Read (Amish Quilt Shop Mystery #4) Isabella Alan 09/06/22
We Are Never Meeting in Real Life. Samantha Irby 09/15/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper Phaedra Patrick (Great Britain) 07/05/22
Summer of '79: A Summer of '69 Story Elin Hilderbrand (Nantucket) 07/10/22
The Break Up Charlotte Barnes (Great Britain) 07/13/22
The Homewreckers Mary Kay Andrews (Tybee Island) 07/18/22
Baby Proof Emily Giffin (Manhattan) 07/25/22
Poirot Investigates (Hercule Poirot #3) Agatha Christie 07/31/22
Oh My Goddess!, Volume 1 Kosuke Fujishima (Japan) 08/04/22
Several People Are Typing Calvin Kasulke (Manhattan) 08/08/22
Five Little Pigs (Poirot #22) Agatha Christie 09/06/23
Diving in (Resort to Love #2) Gretchen Galway 09/22/22
Hallowe'en Party Agatha Christie (GB) 09/25/22
or read a book published in November of any year
2b & c) Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience Brené Brown (Pub. Nov. 30, 2021) 08/01/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year
Rules of Civility Amor Towles (Pub. July 26, 2011) 07/29/22
Below Zero (STEMinist #3) Ali Hazelwood (July 5, 2022) 08/05/22
The Bodyguard Katherine Center (July 19, 2022) 09/03/22
The It Girl Ruth Ware (July 12, 2022) 09/04/22
or read a book with a character called Charles
The Under Dog and Other Stories (Hercule Poirot SS #28) Agatha Christie (loc 645 Charles Leverson) 09/05/22
The Windsor Knot (Her Majesty the Queen Investigates #1) S.J. Bennett (Prince Charles) 09/11/22
S. John Updike (Dr. Charles Worth) 09/24/23
or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Mistletoe and Mr. Right Sarah Morgenthaler 07/03/22
Enjoy the View Sarah Morgenthaler 07/12/22
Without a Hitch Mary Hollis Huddleston 07/09/22
Here's to Us (What If It’s Us #2) Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera 08/22/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover (show cover)
Beloved Toni Morrison
07/07/22 Counterfeit Kirstin Chen (Ava plays the piano) 08/04/22
or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover)
Our Flag Carl Memling 09/12/22
I Must Betray You Ruta Sepetys 09/24/22
or read a book set in India.
Recipe for Persuasion (The Rajes #2) Sonali Dev 09/18/22
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (show cover)
The Westing Game Ellen Raskin
07/04/22 or read a book where a character attends a parade
Felix Ever After Kacen Callender (Ch 8 - 1 of 16 “. . . he goes to the parade every year . . . “) (Libby) 07/04/22
or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Melissa Alex Gino 07/05/22
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series
Makoons (The Birchbark House #5) Louise Erdrich 09/25/22
or a book set in Mexico
More Than You'll Ever Know Katie Gutierrez 08/07/22
or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
The First Husband Laura Dave 07/10/22
This Time Tomorrow Emma Straub 07/19/22
The Ex Talk Rachel Lynn Solomon 08/09/22
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family
Twice in a Blue Moon Christina Lauren (both the main story and the story within the story are about familial relationships) 07/04/22
What Happened to the Bennetts Lisa Scottoline (The Bennetts are a family) 07/13/22
Meant to Be Emily Giffin (Joe belongs to a prominent family) 07/13/22
Send for Me Lauren Fox (about families separated by war) 07/22/22
Gilead Marilynne Robinson07/31/22
Four Aunties and a Wedding Jesse Q. Sutanto 07/27/22
The Boys: A Memoir of Hollywood and Family Ron Howard, et al 08/03/22
The Many Daughters of Afong Moy Jamie Ford 08/11/22
Finding Me Viola Davis (stories about her childhood and dysfunctional family) 08/27/22
Biloxi Mary Miller (Louis struggles with family issues) 08/30/22
The Candy House (A Vist from the Goon Squad #2) Jennifer Egan 09/01/22
Part of Your World Abby Jimenez 09/04/22
Life's Too Short (The Friend Zone #3) Abby Jimenez (Libby) 09/15/22
The Fortunes of Jaded Women Carolyn Huynh 09/21/22
or read a book tagged culinary
Homicide and Halo-Halo Mia P. Manansala 07/06/22
On What Grounds Cleo Coyle 09/26/22
or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
Adult Assembly Required Abbi Waxman 07/15/22
Fifty Words for Rain Asha Lemmie 07/21/22
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FINISHEDIndependence Day
Duration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 2 11 or more
21/11+
Each task can be done as many times as you like.
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan
read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973
🇺🇸 1. You Can't Always Get What You Haunt - Ellen Riggs 07/17/22 - 307 pages
that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
👙1. {AF} Amanda Flower - Put Out to Pasture 08/23/22
👙2. {AF} Amanda Flower - Lemon Drop Dead 08/14/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island
🇺🇸1. To Fudge or Not to Fudge - Nancy CoCo 07/25/22 {Mackinac Island, Michigan}
read a book published in November of any year
🇺🇸1. Better Late Than Never - Jenn McKinlay 07/19/22 Published November 1, 2016
🇺🇸2.Stockings and Spells - Nancy Warren 07/30/22 published November 28 2018
👙3. Death in the Stacks - Jenn McKinlay 08/06/22 published November 14, 2017
👩🏼🏫4. Without a Brew - Ellie Alexander 09/27/22 published November 10 2020
read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
👙1. The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax - Dorothy Gilman {DG} 08/15/22
👙2. Daryl Wood Gerber - A Hint of Mischief {DG} 08/31/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year
🇺🇸1. The Lights of Sugarberry Cove - Heather Webber 07/22/22 published July 20, 2021
👙2. Bundle of Trouble - Diana Orgain 08/08/22 published July 7, 2009
read a book with a character called Charles
👙1. Purls and Potions - Nancy Warren 08/02/22 {Charles “Charlie” Wright}
read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
👙1. {SH} Sherry Harris - From Beer to Eternity 08/26/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family
🇺🇸1. Pleading the Fish - Bree Baker 07/04/22
🇺🇸2. Death by Windmill - Jennifer S. Alderson 07/08/22
🇺🇸3. A Big Fat Greek Murder - Kate Collins 07/27/22
read a book tagged culinary
🇺🇸1. Eggs in Purgatory - Laura Childs 07/16/22
where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school,
🇺🇸1. Matched - Ally Condie 07/29/22
👩🏼🏫2. Mrs. Morris and the Pot of Gold - Traci Wilton 09/23/22
or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award,
or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia
or where a character attends a concert
or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
👙1. {MB} M.C. Beaton - Agatha Raisin and the Potted Gardener 08/18/22
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 2 11 or more
27/11+
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
No Light - Hettie Ivers 7/6/22 {author initials}
The Anonymous Source - A.C. Fuller 8/18/22 {Author Initials}
Great American Road Trips - Scenic Drives - Country Magazine 8/9/22 {197 pages}
Lost Light - Michael Connelly 8/26/22 {387 pgs}
Don't Ever Forget - Matthew Farrell 9/4/22 {339 pgs}
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Celtic Viking - Lexy Timms 7/7/22 {Set on island - Scotland}
Batman/Fortnite Zero Point - Christos Gage 8/23/22 {Set on island}
Protected Mate - J.H. Croix 9/15/22 {Pub Nov 12, 2015}
Overcoming Bias: Building Authentic Relationships Across Differences - Tiffany Jana 9/21/22 {Pub Nov 1, 2016}
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
The Wickenham Murders - Amy Myers 7/1/22 {author initials}
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
No Good Tea Goes Unpunished - Bree Baker 7/29/22 {attends parade}
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
Live and Let Chai - Bree Baker 7/18/22 {tagged culinary}
Voyage of the Dead - David P. Forsyth 8/24/22 {Family}
Brimstone - Daniel Foster 8/21/22 {Family}
Someone Else's Daughter - Linsey Lanier 9/1/22 {Family}
A Dash of Love - Jill Sanders 9/13/22 {Family}
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
The Wife Lie - Anya Mora 8/8/22 {author initials}
Escape Room - Maren Stoffels 8/14/22 {Firefighter}
A Murder in Paris - Blake Pierce 8/25/22 {France}
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
The Hunted - A.J. Scudiere 7/14/22 {character in high school}
The Joker: Endgame - Scott Snyder 9/7/22 {Author Initials}
Wildlife - Jeff Menapace 9/9/22 {High School}
Summer on Blackberry Beach - Belle Calhoune 9/24/22 {High School}
Hero in a Halfling - William Tyler Davis 9/24/22 {Awarded knighthood}
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
The Lost Vampire Prince - Melody Raven 7/20/22 {author initials}
The Body Farm - Brian Martinez 8/7/22 {author initials}
A Dead Red Cadillac - R.P. Dahlke 8/10/22 {Author initials}
Mod
Independence DayJuly 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
*Each task may be done as many times as you like.
16/11+ Tasks Completed
TASKS
1. Afghanistan (August 19)
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Lawfully Cherished by Liwen Y. Ho (7/12/22) - 117 pages
2. Antigua and Barbuda (November 1)
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Not Quite a Spinster by Rebecca Connolly (7/8/22) - island
At Odds with the Billionaire by Liwen Y. Ho (7/11/22) - 11/6/18
Best Friends with the Billionaire by Liwen Y. Ho (7/11/22) - 11/26/18
Crushing on the Billionaire by Liwen Y. Ho (7/11/22) - island
3. Bahamas (July 10)
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Picture Perfect by Heather B. Moore (7/4/22) - author's initials
The Wee Wager by L.L. Muir (7/7/22) - 7/23/21
Redeeming the Marquess by Laura Beers (7/11/22) - Charles
How to Marry a Country Music Star by Cathryn Brown (7/12/22) - 7/19/21
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
Her Plus One by Summer Dowell (7/4/22) - author's initials
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
Chasing Tess by Annette Lyon (7/2/22) - author's initials
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Looking For Love by Meg Easton (7/6/22) - author's initials
War of Hearts by Annette Lyon (7/8/22) - author's initials
An Ocean Away by Heather B. Moore (7/11/22) - set in France
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Head Over Stilettos by Liwen Y. Ho (7/5/22) - author's initials
Lawfully Festive by Natalie Middleton (7/7/22) - author's initials
Independence DayLots of different countries celebrate Independence Day so I thought we could have a look at a few of the countries beside the USA that have an independence day.
Duration: 3 months from start date. Each task can be done as many times as you like.
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan (August 19)
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Neil Gaiman2. Antigua and Barbuda (November 1)
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Ray Bradbury3. Bahamas (July 10)
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
Roald Dahl7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
William Kamkwamba8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Diana Palmer9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Tim Tingle10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level: Level 2: 11+ tasks
READ: 22/11+
1. Afghanistan
✔️🌐 Read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973
Romancing the Duke - Tessa Dare (370 pages) 7/12
✔️🌐 that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Tempting Acquisitions - Addison Fox 7/5
2. Antigua and Barbuda
✔️🌐 Read a book set on an island
Lowcountry Bombshell - Susan M. Boyer 8/30
✔️🌐read a book published in November of any year
Heart of Steel - Meljean Brook (pub Nov 1, 2011) 7/16
✔️🌐 read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Sapphire Flames - Ilona Andrews 7/8
3. Bahamas
✔️🌐 Read a book published in July of any year
God Save the Queen - Kate Locke (pub July 3, 2012) 7/6
✔️🌐 read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Stiff Arm Steal - A.J. Stewart 8/4
4. India (August 15)
✔️🌐 Read a book with a red cover
Every Whispered Word - Karyn Monk 7/16
5. Ghana (March 6)
✔️🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.)
Tricks for Free - Seanan McGuire 7/10
✔️🌐read a book where a character attends a parade
Home Again - Mariah Stewart 7/17
✔️🌐read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Uncharted - Adriana Anders 8/15
6. Mexico (September 15)
✔️🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series
Emerald Blaze - Ilona Andrews (Hidden Legacy #5) 7/9
✔️🌐 where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
It Happened One Night - Stephanie Laurens 7/23
7. Philippines (June 2)
✔️🌐 Read a book about family
When We Found Home - Susan Mallery 7/14
✔️🌐where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
Lying in Wait - Liz Nugent 7/31
8. France (July 14)
✔️🌐 Read a book set in France
Camera Obscura - Lavie Tidhar 7/11
✔️🌐 which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Kill All the Lawyers - Paul Levine 7/26
9. Indonesia (August 17)
✔️🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school
Blacklisted - Gena Showalter (Camille) 8/31
✔️🌐 read a book where a character gets a honor or an award
Long Shot - Hanna Martine (hero) 8/21
✔️🌐 read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
The Price of Honor - Richard Fierce 7/31
10. Australia (January 26)
✔️🌐 Read a book set in Australia
The Kraken King - Meljean Brook 9/6
✔️🌐 where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
The Girl Before - Rena Olsen 7/21
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
Lots of different countries celebrate Independence Day so I thought we could have a look at a few of the countries beside the USA that have an independence day.Duration: 3 months from start date. Each task can be done as many times as you like.
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
Finished
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
Independence Day is a public holiday in Afghanistan on August 19th and is Afghanistan's National Day and commemorates independence from Britain influence on this day in 1919. There are official speeches and military displays in the capital city of Kabul. Afghanistan has a concept regarding its national celebrations, called 'jeshn'. From 1919 to 1973, the jeshn celebrated the anniversary of Afghanistan's independence from Britain's influence.
✔ Read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973.
My Little Monster, Vol. 8 - 10/07/2022 (176 pages)
2. Antigua and Barbuda
Independence day is a public holiday in Antigua and Barbuda on November 1st. It marks independence from the United Kingdom on this day in 1981. Independence day is a popular holiday on the islands with events such as food fairs, sports competitions, dance festivals, art and craft exhibitions held during the weeks in the lead up to Independence Day. On Independence Day, the Prime Minister makes an address to the nation followed by a grand ceremonial parade.
✔ Read a book published in November of any year.
Night Watch - 02/08/2022
3. Bahamas
Bahamian Independence Day is celebrated on July 10th and celebrates independence from United Kingdom in 1973. The British House of Lords voted to give The Bahamas its independence on 22 June 1973 but it was July 10th 1973 before the documents were delivered to to Prime Minister Lynden Pindling by Prince Charles.
✔ Read a book published in July of any year.
When She's Ready - 19/08/2022
4. India (August 15)
On August 15, 1947, three century-long British rule over India came to an end. Billions of people in India commemorate the historic event by adorning their houses, offices, and schools with the color of Indian flag. The celebration is also a time when families gather to watch the annual flag hoisting ceremony, broadcasted live from the Red Fort in New Delhi. For Indians, kite flying symbolizes freedom. All over the country, the skies are dotted with countless kites of various shapes and shades flown from the rooftops.
✔ Read a book with a red cover.
- 18/12/20225. Ghana (March 6)
When Ghana gained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1957, it became the first African country to do so. Today, the country commemorates the historic event annually with fireworks, parades, and marches. But, the celebrations are not complete without street parties and jams, a uniquely Ghanaian tradition.
✔ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Death Watch - 10/02/2023 (Annie Anderson)
6. Mexico (September 15)
Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day. Mexicans observe Independence Day in September to memorialize the Grito de Dolores – the battle cry of the Mexican War of Independence uttered by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Roman Catholic priest from the small town of Dolores. All over the country, the holiday is marked by parades, concerts, and parties.
✔ Read a book that is fifth in a series.
Don't Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro, Vol. 5 - 19/12/2022
7. Philippines (June 2)
A flag-raising ceremony traditionally kicks off the Araw ng Kalayaan celebration in the Philippines. The holiday is a time dedicated to family bonding. Filipinos enjoy lively, food-filled gatherings with foods, family and friends to commemorate the day when Emilio Aguinaldo declared independence from centuries-long Spanish rule.
✔ Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
The Sprite and the Gardener - 25/12/2022 (Rii Abrego)
8. France (July 14)
Every year, the French celebrate their country’s independence from oppressive royal tyranny on July 14 – the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. The day kicks off with a military parade on Champs-Élysées. It is a France-wide tradition in which fire stations open their doors to the public for dancing, drinking, and partying. The firefighters are dressed-up in their uniforms, and occasionally, they perform some live demonstrations to entertain the guests.
✔ Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Undead and Unappreciated - 07/02/2023 (MaryJanice Davidson)
9. Indonesia (August 17)
In the morning, the eyes of all Indonesians are on the National Palace, where a solemn flag ceremony is held to honor the republic. High school students from all over the country are carefully selected by the government to do the honor of hoisting the flag. Immediately after the ceremony, neighborhoods gear up for street fests which usually include fun games and music concerts.
✔ Read a book with a character who is in high school.
Don't Toy With Me, Miss Nagatoro Vol. 7 - 19/12/2022
10. Australia (January 26)
Festivals, concerts, family gatherings, regattas, picnics and barbecues are the typical observances carried out by Australians to remember the first unfurling of the British flag at Sydney Cove. Each city celebrates in their own way. Sydney does so with the world-renowned boat races; Perth with a colossal firework show; Melbourne holds a People’s March, to celebrate the diversity of the nation.
✔ Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Komi Can’t Communicate, Vol. 10 - 17/12/2022 (Tomohito Oda)
Mod
The Lost ChallengesIndependence Day
Duration: 7/1/2022 - 9/30/2022
Progress: 0 out of 11
Lots of different countries celebrate Independence Day so I thought we could have a look at a few of the countries beside the USA that have an independence day.
Duration: 3 months from start date. Each task can be done as many times as you like.
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
Independence Day is a public holiday in Afghanistan on August 19th and is Afghanistan's National Day and commemorates independence from Britain influence on this day in 1919. There are official speeches and military displays in the capital city of Kabul. Afghanistan has a concept regarding its national celebrations, called 'jeshn'. From 1919 to 1973, the jeshn celebrated the anniversary of Afghanistan's independence from Britain's influence.
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
2. Antigua and Barbuda
Independence day is a public holiday in Antigua and Barbuda on November 1st. It marks independence from the United Kingdom on this day in 1981. Independence day is a popular holiday on the islands with events such as food fairs, sports competitions, dance festivals, art and craft exhibitions held during the weeks in the lead up to Independence Day. On Independence Day, the Prime Minister makes an address to the nation followed by a grand ceremonial parade.
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
3. Bahamas
Bahamian Independence Day is celebrated on July 10th and celebrates independence from United Kingdom in 1973. The British House of Lords voted to give The Bahamas its independence on 22 June 1973 but it was July 10th 1973 before the documents were delivered to to Prime Minister Lynden Pindling by Prince Charles.
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
4. India (August 15)
On August 15, 1947, three century-long British rule over India came to an end. Billions of people in India commemorate the historic event by adorning their houses, offices, and schools with the color of Indian flag. The celebration is also a time when families gather to watch the annual flag hoisting ceremony, broadcasted live from the Red Fort in New Delhi. For Indians, kite flying symbolizes freedom. All over the country, the skies are dotted with countless kites of various shapes and shades flown from the rooftops.
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
When Ghana gained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1957, it became the first African country to do so. Today, the country commemorates the historic event annually with fireworks, parades, and marches. But, the celebrations are not complete without street parties and jams, a uniquely Ghanaian tradition.
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day. Mexicans observe Independence Day in September to memorialize the Grito de Dolores – the battle cry of the Mexican War of Independence uttered by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Roman Catholic priest from the small town of Dolores. All over the country, the holiday is marked by parades, concerts, and parties.
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
7. Philippines (June 2)
A flag-raising ceremony traditionally kicks off the Araw ng Kalayaan celebration in the Philippines. The holiday is a time dedicated to family bonding. Filipinos enjoy lively, food-filled gatherings with foods, family and friends to commemorate the day when Emilio Aguinaldo declared independence from centuries-long Spanish rule.
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
8. France (July 14)
Every year, the French celebrate their country’s independence from oppressive royal tyranny on July 14 – the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. The day kicks off with a military parade on Champs-Élysées. It is a France-wide tradition in which fire stations open their doors to the public for dancing, drinking, and partying. The firefighters are dressed-up in their uniforms, and occasionally, they perform some live demonstrations to entertain the guests.
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
In the morning, the eyes of all Indonesians are on the National Palace, where a solemn flag ceremony is held to honor the republic. High school students from all over the country are carefully selected by the government to do the honor of hoisting the flag. Immediately after the ceremony, neighborhoods gear up for street fests which usually include fun games and music concerts.
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
10. Australia (January 26)
Festivals, concerts, family gatherings, regattas, picnics and barbecues are the typical observances carried out by Australians to remember the first unfurling of the British flag at Sydney Cove. Each city celebrates in their own way. Sydney does so with the world-renowned boat races; Perth with a colossal firework show; Melbourne holds a People’s March, to celebrate the diversity of the nation.
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
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Challenge Rules
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Independence DayJuly 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level 2 11 or more
Each task can be done as many times as you like.
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Below Zero by Ali Hazelwood (initials) 7/8
Wildlife, Warrants, & Weapons by Tonya Kappes (137 pages) 7/9
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
The Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther 7/8
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Southern Sunshine by Natasha Madison 7/7
The Sweetest Connection by Denise Williams 7/9
Nothing But the Truth by Holly James 8/2
Death by Bubble Tea by Jennifer J. Chow 8/4
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
Love & Other Great Expectations by Becky Dean 8/19
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Always Be My Duchess by Amalie Howard 8/3
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
Charmed Summer by Kathi Daley 8/27
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
The Matchbreaker Summer by Annie Rains 7/14
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Lost Coast Literary by Ellie Alexander 7/16
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Like Bees to Honey by Sasha Summers 7/31
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Southern Heat by Natasha Madison 7/4
Finished! :)Independence Day
July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
*Each task may be done as many times as you like.
16/11+ Tasks Completed
TASKS
1. Afghanistan (August 19)
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Lawfully Cherished by Liwen Y. Ho (7/12/22) - 117 pages
2. Antigua and Barbuda (November 1)
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Not Quite a Spinster by Rebecca Connolly (7/8/22) - island
At Odds with the Billionaire by Liwen Y. Ho (7/11/22) - 11/6/18
Best Friends with the Billionaire by Liwen Y. Ho (7/11/22) - 11/26/18
Crushing on the Billionaire by Liwen Y. Ho (7/11/22) - island
3. Bahamas (July 10)
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Picture Perfect by Heather B. Moore (7/4/22) - author's initials
The Wee Wager by L.L. Muir (7/7/22) - 7/23/21
Redeeming the Marquess by Laura Beers (7/11/22) - Charles
How to Marry a Country Music Star by Cathryn Brown (7/12/22) - 7/19/21
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
Her Plus One by Summer Dowell (7/4/22) - author's initials
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
Chasing Tess by Annette Lyon (7/2/22) - author's initials
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Looking For Love by Meg Easton (7/6/22) - author's initials
War of Hearts by Annette Lyon (7/8/22) - author's initials
An Ocean Away by Heather B. Moore (7/11/22) - set in France
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Head Over Stilettos by Liwen Y. Ho (7/5/22) - author's initials
Lawfully Festive by Natalie Middleton (7/7/22) - author's initials
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
Completed: 11
FINISHED
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book where the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN- White Rook-Ingrid Seymour 7/7
Black Rook-Ingrid Seymour 7/7
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island- The Island-C.L. Taylor 7/6
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year- Captain America: Red Menace, Vol. 1-Ed Brubaker 7/1
Children of Darkness-James E. Wisher 7/5
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA- Field Music-Alexandria Hall 7/9
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book set in Mexico- Saint Death-Marcus Sedgwick 7/13
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN- The Near Daphne Experience-Alison Reynolds 7/6
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE- Jinxed-Amy McCulloch 7/7
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school- A Silent Voice, Vol. 7-Yoshitoki Oima 7/1
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in PERTH- A Slow Fire Burning-Paula Hawkins 7/5
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022- August 13, 2022
COMPLETED
Level 2 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Searching for Evidence by Tyler Anne Snell 7/17/2022
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in BARBUDA or set on an island.
One Summer by David Baldacci 7/13/2022
B & D in Barbuda
The Mapping of Love and Death by Jacqueline Winspear 7/23/2022
Set in England
The Bone Cay by Eliza Nellums 8/8/2022
Set on Key West.
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year.
Unraveled Sleeve by Monica Ferris 7/6/2022
Pub'd on July 1, 2001
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
Paw and Order by Spencer Quinn 8/1/2022
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Murder Is No Picnic by Amy Pershing 7/31/2022
Sam attends the Fair Harbour Fourth of July parade.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or author's initials in DOLORES
A Murderous Yarn by Monica Ferris 7/8/2022
40-Love by Olivia Dade 7/26/2022
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or which the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN
We Were the Mulvaneys by Carol Joyce Oates 7/4/2022
Dance Upon the Air by Nora Roberts 7/21/2022
Four Ways to Wear a Dress by Gillian Libby 8/5/2022 G & L are in ARAW NG KALAYAAN
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Dear Mrs. Bird by A J Pearce 8/9/2022
Bill, Bunty's fiance, is a fireman and AP are in Parade.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school.
Swift Justice by Laura DiSilverio 7/15/2022
Lizzy and Linnea
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
If You've Got It, Haunt It by Rose Pressey Bettancourt 7/14/2022
Into the Darkest Corner by Elizabeth Haynes 7/31/2022
Crosshairs by Patricia Bradley 8/12/2022
Second Vespers by Ralph McInerny 8/13/2022
FinishedIndependence Day
Duration: July 1, 2022- September 30, 2022
11/11 or more
Level 2: 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
372 pgs-A Well Constructed Murder Reagan Davis 7/4/22
Author initials SH-Death by Dragon Susan Harper 8/19/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
GA-A Gingersnap Decision Gretchen Allen 7/18/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
7/1/22-Murderous 4th of July Kathleen Suzette 7/2/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
K.B. Blake 8/19/225. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Pet parade-Petter Off Dead Chelsea Thomas 7/15/22
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
#5 Seabreeze Harbor Mysteries A Prop of Murder Penny Brooke 7/5/22
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
WN-Murder Takes a Bow Wendy Neugent 7/11/22
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the author's initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
EA-The Hole Truth Emma Ainsley 7/8/22
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Olivia won best pie award-A Pie to Vie For Kathryn Lin 7/1/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the author's initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
PB-Laced with Murder Patti Benning 7/10/22
Mod
Independence Day
Duration: July 1, 2022-August 26, 2022
Level 1 10 tasks
Read: 10/10
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book that has 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973.
375 pages Never Enough Roxie Noir 7/2/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book published in November of any year.
published November 17th 2020 Operation Bailey Birthday Piper Rayne 7/5/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book where the author's initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Wife in Disguise Susan Mallery 7/5/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover.
Red Hot Mama Reagan McDaniels 7/13/225. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Beastly Book of Spells Nyx Halliwell 8/26/22
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
After Care L.B. Dunbar 7/6/22
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family.
Blue Hawaiian Carla Luna 8/3/22
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book where a character is a firefighter.
Winning my Best Friend's Girl Piper Rayne 7/3/22
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Headstrong Eden Finley 7/27/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in PERTH.
Rules for Dating Your Ex Piper Rayne 7/4/22
Genevieve wrote: "Well done Tari and JoAnne"Thanks, Genevieve!
Finished!Independence Day
Duration: July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Goal: 13/11+
Level 2 11 or more
Each task can be done as many times as you like.
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
A History of What Comes Next - Sylvain Neuvel - 07/04/22 - Author's initials
Foundation and Earth - Isaac Asimov - 07/20/22 - Author's initials
Sharp Objects - Gillian Flynn - 07/25/22 - Author's initials
Killer Pizza - Greg Taylor - 07/29/22 - Author's initials
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Book Love - Debbie Tung - 08/30/22 - Author's initials
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Mexican Gothic - Silvia Moreno-Garcia - 07/08/22 - Author's initials
Zen buddhizmus - Béla Hamvas - 07/21/22 - Author's initials
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
The Orphan Collector - Ellen Marie Wiseman - 08/04/22 - Pia attends a parade
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
A medve és a csalogány - Katherine Arden - 07/11/22 - Author's initials
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
The Ice Storm - Rick Moody - 07/01/22 - Author's initials
Lassúság - Milan Kundera - 07/20/22 - Set in France
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
A Work in Progress - Staci Stallings - 08/22/22 - Author's initials
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
A gyertyák csonkig égnek - Sándor Márai - 08/12/22 - Author's initials
~~~ Complete ~~~Independence Day
July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level 2
13 of 11+ Complete
TASKS - can be done multiple times
1. Afghanistan
Read a book where the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
📍A Gentleman in Moscow - Amor Towles - 7/2/22 - AT
📍One L: The Turbulent True Story of a First Year at Harvard Law School - Scott Turow - 7/10/22 - ST
2. Antigua and Barbuda
Read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
📍Kiss Me Like This - Bella Andre - 8/19/22 - BA
3. Bahamas
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
📍On Writers and Writing - Margaret Atwood - 7/31/22 - MA
📍It Came Upon a Midnight Clear - Suzanne Brockmann - 7/9/22 - SB
4. India (August 15)
Read a book set in India.
📍Rebel Queen - Michelle Moran - 8/28/22
5. Ghana (March 6)
📍Read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Edge of Eon - Anna Hackett - 7/3/22 - AH
6. Mexico (September 15)
Read a book that is fifth in a series.
📍It Happened One Wedding - Julie James - 7/16/22 - #5 FBI/US Attorney
7. Philippines (June 2)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
📍Mercy Kill - Lori G. Armstrong - 8/26/22 - LGA
📍Hurricane Beach - Lexie Nicholas - 7/28/22 - LN
8. France (July 14)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
📍Life Flight - Lynette Eason - 7/7/22 - LE
9. Indonesia (August 17)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS
📍Love Unscripted - Tina Reber - 7/3/22 - TR
10. Australia (January 26)
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
📍All Together Now - Matthew Norman - 8/18/22 - MN
FinishedIndependence Day
July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Level 2 11 or more
Each task can be done as many times as you like.
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Below Zero by Ali Hazelwood (initials) 7/8
Wildlife, Warrants, & Weapons by Tonya Kappes (137 pages) 7/9
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
The Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther 7/8
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
Southern Sunshine by Natasha Madison 7/7
The Sweetest Connection by Denise Williams 7/9
Nothing But the Truth by Holly James 8/2
Death by Bubble Tea by Jennifer J. Chow 8/4
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
Love & Other Great Expectations by Becky Dean 8/19
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
Always Be My Duchess by Amalie Howard 8/3
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
Charmed Summer by Kathi Daley 8/27
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
The Matchbreaker Summer by Annie Rains 7/14
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
Lost Coast Literary by Ellie Alexander 7/16
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Like Bees to Honey by Sasha Summers 7/31
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Southern Heat by Natasha Madison 7/4
Mod
Independence DayDuration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 2 11 or more
15/11+ Completed. Finished
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
01.(PC:237)Until May-Aurora Rose Reynolds 7/03/22
02.(PC:349)Chilled-Kendra Elliot 7/21/22
03.Toni Anderson-Cold Blooded 7/22/22
04.Tawna Fenske-Stiff Suit 8/11/22
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
05.(11/2014)Hollywood Games-M.Z. Kelly 7/03/22
06.Giana Darling-When Heroes Fall 9/15/22
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
07.(07/2022)Get Tragic,-Lani Lynn Vale 7/21/22
08.Molly Black-Girl One: Murder 7/01/22
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
09.Cyn & the Peanut Butter Cup-Pru Warren 7/09/22
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
10.Maya Gray Series:Girl Five: Bound-Molly Black 8/11/22
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
11.Amber Kelly-Fragile Hearts 7/02/22
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
12.Isabella Maldonado-Phoenix Burning 7/21/22
13.Piper Davenport-Primal Vengeance 9/23/22
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
14.Farrah Rochon-The Boyfriend Project 7/16/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
15.M. Robinson-Second Chance Scandal 7/28/22
Part Two - Continued from Message #17 35 books
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France
All the Devils Are Here (Chief Inspector Armand Gamache #15) Louise Penny 08/13/22
or where a character is a firefighter
The Friend Zone Abby Jimenez (Josh Copeland is a firefighter) 07/20/22
The Madness of Crowds (Chief Inspector Armand Gamache #17) Louise Penny (Gamache consults with the fire chief trying to find out what the safe occupancy is for a building) 08/17/22
The Happy Ever After Playlist (The Friend Zone #2) Abby Jimenez (Josh is a firefighter) 08/29/22
or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
How the Light Gets In Louise Penny 07/01/22
The Nature of the Beast Louise Penny 07/07/22
A Great Reckoning Louise Penny 07/11/22
The Dead Romantics Ashley Poston 07/17/22
Geekerella (Once Upon a Con #1) Ashley Poston 08/01/22
The Princess and the Fangirl (Once Upon a Con #2) Ashley Poston 08/02/22
Bookish and the Beast (Once Upon a Con #3) Ashley Poston 08/04/22
Love Letters (Rose Harbour #3) Debbie Macomber 08/10/22
Better Than the Movies Lynn Painter 08/28/22
Fangirl Rainbow Rowell 09/02/22
The Blind Side Michael Lewis 09/04/22
Here for It; Or, How to Save Your Soul in America: Essays R. Eric Thomas 09/22/22
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school,
On Mystic Lake Kristin Hannah (Natalie is in High School) 07/14/22
Radio Silence Alice Oseman (The MC and her friends are in high school) 07/16/22
Send for Me Lauren Fox (Annalise is a high school student when the book starts) 07/22/22
What If It's Us (What If It’s Us #1) Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera (Arthur, Be, Hudson, etc are all still in high school) 08/19/22
Granny Undercover (Secret Agent Granny #2) Harper Lin 09/25/22
or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award
Weather Girl Rachel Lynn Solomon (Torrance Hale receives a weather presenter award) 07/24/22
The Other Einstein Marie Benedict (Albert receives a Nobel Prize) 08/28/22
or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
Girl in Ice Erica Ferencik 07/17/22
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia
The Mother-in-Law Sally Hepworth (Melbourne, Australia) 07/12/22
The Family Next Door Sally Hepworth (Sidney & Melbourne, Australia) 07/19/22
The Good Sister Sally Hepworth 08/30/22
Uncharted Waters (Getaway #1) Sally Hepworth 09/04/22
or where a character attends a concert
A Visit from the Goon Squad Jennifer Egan (Scotty plays a comeback concert) 07/21/22
Station Eleven Emily St. John Mandel (the travelling orchestra performs in towns along their travel route) 08/16/22
or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
The Tourist Attraction Sarah Morgenthaler 07/01/22
London is the Best City in America Laura Dave 07/11/22
Out of My Mind Sharon M. Draper 08/22/22
A Kitten Called Holly (Jasmine Green #4) Helen Peters 08/27/22
The Measure Nikki Erlick 09/15/22
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Independence Day
Duration: July 1, 2022-September 30, 2022
Level 2 11/ 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
Life's Amusement Park: A Whimsical Guide to the Rides of Life by Susan Finelli 8/2/2022
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book published in November of any year.
Secrets of My Hollywood Life by Jen Calonita 7/25/2022 (Published November 16th 2008)
🌐Read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
Partners in Lime by Bree Baker 7/30/2022
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year.
Who Was Dr. Seuss? by Janet B. Pascal 7/22/2022 (Published July 7th 2011)
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series.
A Chip and a Chair by Cordelia Kingsbridge 7/2/2022
Death, Taxes, and Hot-Pink Leg Warmers by Diane Kelly 7/20/2022
RaspBuried Tort by Lyndsey Cole 7/23/2022
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family.
Murder With a View by Diane Kelly 7/12/2022
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read A book where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
Where Death Meets the Devil by L.J. Hayward 7/22/2022
Noddy And His Car by Enid Blyton 7/23/2022
Hurray For Little Noddy by Enid Blyton 7/23/2022
COMPLETE- 17 TasksIndependence Day
Duration: July 1, 2022- September 30, 2022
Level 1: 3-10 tasks
Level 2: 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan
- Words in the Dust by Trent Reedy
Sept. 29, 2022
🌐 Read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973
-No Exit by Taylor Adams 371 pgs
July 23, 2022
- Italian Stallion by Flora Ferrari 93 pgs
Aug. 24, 2022
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
-Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano
July 8, 2022
2. Antigua and Barbuda
🌐 Read a book set on an island
- Wreckage by Emily Bleeker
July 26, 2022
🌐 Read a book published in November of any year.
- Evelyn, After by Victoria Helen Stone
Aug. 8, 2022
Published Nov. 1, 2016
🌐 Read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
- Arizona by Rachel Grack
Sept. 13, 2022
3. Bahamas
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year
- The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
Published July 3, 2020
Aug. 18, 2022
🌐 Read a book with a character called Charles
- Big Chicas Don't Cry by Annette Chavez Macias
Aug. 24, 2022
- The Wild Queen: The Days and Nights of Mary Queen of Scots by Carolyn Meyer
Sept. 17, 2022
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
- Don't Look Now by Mary Burton
Aug. 31, 2022
4. India (August 15)
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series
- Clara by Michelle Miller (The Fairer Sex #5)
Sept. 13, 2022
🌐 Read a book set in Mexico
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
-This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub
July 16, 2022
7. Philippines (June 2)
🌐 Read a book about family
🌐 Read a book tagged culinary
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
- You Are (Not) Small by Anna Kang
Aug. 18, 2022
8. France (July 14)
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school
🌐 Read a book where a character gets a honor or an award
- Doctor Ice Pick by Claire Prentice
Aug. 9, 2022
(Dr. Antonio Egas Moniz won the nobel prize)
- The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Sept. 3, 2022
(Evelyn wins an Oscar award)
🌐 Read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS
- A History of Wild Places by Shea Ernshaw
Sept. 24, 2022
10. Australia (January 26)
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
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Lots of different countries celebrate Independence Day so I thought we could have a look at a few of the countries beside the USA that have an independence day.
Duration: 3 months from start date. Each task can be done as many times as you like.
Level 1 3- 10 tasks
Level 2 11 or more
TASKS
1. Afghanistan
Independence Day is a public holiday in Afghanistan on August 19th and is Afghanistan's National Day and commemorates independence from Britain influence on this day in 1919. There are official speeches and military displays in the capital city of Kabul. Afghanistan has a concept regarding its national celebrations, called 'jeshn'. From 1919 to 1973, the jeshn celebrated the anniversary of Afghanistan's independence from Britain's influence.
🌐 Read a book set in Afghanistan or read a book that have 2 of the following numbers in the page count 1973 or that the author's initials can be found in AFGHANISTAN.
2. Antigua and Barbuda
Independence day is a public holiday in Antigua and Barbuda on November 1st. It marks independence from the United Kingdom on this day in 1981. Independence day is a popular holiday on the islands with events such as food fairs, sports competitions, dance festivals, art and craft exhibitions held during the weeks in the lead up to Independence Day. On Independence Day, the Prime Minister makes an address to the nation followed by a grand ceremonial parade.
🌐 Read a book set on an island or read a book published in November of any year or read a book that the author's initials can be found in ANTIGUA / BARBUDA.
3. Bahamas
Bahamian Independence Day is celebrated on July 10th and celebrates independence from United Kingdom in 1973. The British House of Lords voted to give The Bahamas its independence on 22 June 1973 but it was July 10th 1973 before the documents were delivered to to Prime Minister Lynden Pindling by Prince Charles.
🌐 Read a book published in July of any year or read a book with a character called Charles or read a book where the authors initials can be found in BAHAMAS.
4. India (August 15)
On August 15, 1947, three century-long British rule over India came to an end. Billions of people in India commemorate the historic event by adorning their houses, offices, and schools with the color of Indian flag. The celebration is also a time when families gather to watch the annual flag hoisting ceremony, broadcasted live from the Red Fort in New Delhi. For Indians, kite flying symbolizes freedom. All over the country, the skies are dotted with countless kites of various shapes and shades flown from the rooftops.
🌐 Read a book with a red cover or read a book with a flag on the cover (Show cover) or read a book set in India.
5. Ghana (March 6)
When Ghana gained its independence from the United Kingdom in 1957, it became the first African country to do so. Today, the country commemorates the historic event annually with fireworks, parades, and marches. But, the celebrations are not complete without street parties and jams, a uniquely Ghanaian tradition.
🌐 Read a book that has fireworks on the cover (Show cover.) or read a book where a character attends a parade or read a book where the authors initials can be found in GHANA.
6. Mexico (September 15)
Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day. Mexicans observe Independence Day in September to memorialize the Grito de Dolores – the battle cry of the Mexican War of Independence uttered by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, a Roman Catholic priest from the small town of Dolores. All over the country, the holiday is marked by parades, concerts, and parties.
🌐 Read a book that is fifth in a series or a book set in Mexico or where the authors initials can be found in DOLORES.
7. Philippines (June 2)
A flag-raising ceremony traditionally kicks off the Araw ng Kalayaan celebration in the Philippines. The holiday is a time dedicated to family bonding. Filipinos enjoy lively, food-filled gatherings with foods, family and friends to commemorate the day when Emilio Aguinaldo declared independence from centuries-long Spanish rule.
🌐 Read a book about family or read a book tagged culinary or where the authors initials can be found in ARAW NG KALAYAAN.
8. France (July 14)
Every year, the French celebrate their country’s independence from oppressive royal tyranny on July 14 – the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. The day kicks off with a military parade on Champs-Élysées. It is a France-wide tradition in which fire stations open their doors to the public for dancing, drinking, and partying. The firefighters are dressed-up in their uniforms, and occasionally, they perform some live demonstrations to entertain the guests.
🌐 Read a book set in France or where a character is a firefighter or which the authors initials can be found in MILITARY PARADE.
9. Indonesia (August 17)
In the morning, the eyes of all Indonesians are on the National Palace, where a solemn flag ceremony is held to honor the republic. High school students from all over the country are carefully selected by the government to do the honor of hoisting the flag. Immediately after the ceremony, neighborhoods gear up for street fests which usually include fun games and music concerts.
🌐 Read a book with a character who is in high school, or read a book where a character gets a honor or an award, or read a book where the authors initials can be found in STREET FESTS.
10. Australia (January 26)
Festivals, concerts, family gatherings, regattas, picnics and barbecues are the typical observances carried out by Australians to remember the first unfurling of the British flag at Sydney Cove. Each city celebrates in their own way. Sydney does so with the world-renowned boat races; Perth with a colossal firework show; Melbourne holds a People’s March, to celebrate the diversity of the nation.
🌐 Read a book set in Australia or where a character attends a concert or where the authors initials can be found in SYDNEY, PERTH MELBOURNE.
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