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Margaret | 354 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread


Welcome to the April Monthly Challenge. This challenge begins on April 1 and will run until April 30, 2015.

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

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - /user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - /author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds� Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

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

You can choose 3, 5, 8 or all 10 categories depending on your reading speed, book availability and/or time commitment.

When posting your challenge progress, please make sure to put the dates when you finished your books. Please repost your progress as it helps when updating.

Happy Reading :)


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Bookchaser | 2008 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge


0/10 Completed


01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
OR
Bear Attraction by Jennifer Ashley
02. Member of the Month: BJ Rose ~ BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
One Wish by Robyn Carr
OR
The Last Renegade by Jo Goodman
OR
Marrying Daisy Bellamy by Susan Wiggs
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
OR
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs
OR
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. Hans Christian Andersen (April 2): Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James
OR
Utterly Charming by Kristine Grayson
05. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Sultry with a Twist by Macy Beckett
OR
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean
06. Look Up at the Sky Day (April 14): How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds� Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
The Man from Stone Creek by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Still the One by Jill Shalvis
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
07. Titanic (April 15): On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Slightly Sinful by Mary Balogh
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) by Ana Seymour
08. Take a Chance Day (April 23): Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance and read a book by a new to you author.
Unleashed by Rachel Lacey
OR
Better Than Chocolate by Sheila Roberts
OR
The Devil in Denim by Melanie Scott
09. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Her Favorite Temptation by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Rock Hard by Nalini Singh
OR
Mate Bond by Jennifer Ashley
OR
The Wicked by Thea Harrison

XXX A Taste of Ice (The Elementals, #2) by Hanna Martine XXX Bear Attraction (Shifters Unbound, #6.5) by Jennifer Ashley XXX One Wish (Thunder Point, #7) by Robyn Carr XXX The Last Renegade (Bitter Springs #1) by Jo Goodman XXX Marrying Daisy Bellamy (Lakeshore Chronicles #8) by Susan Wiggs XXX Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs XXX Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson, #3) by Patricia Briggs XXX Sunflower Lane (Lonesome Way, #4) by Jill Gregory XXX A Kiss at Midnight (Fairy Tales, #1) by Eloisa James XXX Utterly Charming by Kristine Grayson XXX Sultry with a Twist (Sultry Springs, #1) by Macy Beckett XXX A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean XXX The Man from Stone Creek (Stone Creek, #1) by Linda Lael Miller XXX Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis XXX The Skypirate (Coalition, #2) by Justine Davis XXX Slightly Sinful (Bedwyn Saga, #5) by Mary Balogh XXX Rule's Bride (Bride's Trilogy, #3) by Kat Martin XXX Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) (Irish Eyes, #15) by Ana Seymour XXX Unleashed (Love to the Rescue, #1) by Rachel Lacey XXX Better Than Chocolate (Life in Icicle Falls, #1) by Sheila Roberts XXX The Devil in Denim (New York Saints, #1) by Melanie Scott XXX The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry XXX Her Favorite Temptation (Mathews Sisters, #1) by Sarah Mayberry XXX Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer XXX Rock Hard (Rock Kiss, #2) by Nalini Singh XXX Mate Bond (Shifters Unbound, #7) by Jennifer Ashley XXX The Wicked (Elder Races, #5.5) by Thea Harrison XXX


message 5: by Ora (last edited Apr 30, 2015 08:31PM) (new)

Ora (oeamis) 2015 April Monthly Challenge
10/10


1.'A' is for April: Can't Help Falling in Love Bella Andre 04/23
2. Member of the Month: It Started With a Scandal Julie Anne Long 04/04
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) Consumed Rebecca Zanetti 04/06
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) Instinct Sherrilyn Kenyon 04/01
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) Four Nights With the Duke Eloisa James 04/07
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) When It's Right Jennifer Ryan 04/08
7. Titanic (April 15) Four Nights With the Duke Eloisa James 04/07
8. Take a chance day (April 23) The Leopard Vanguard T.A. Uner 04/27
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Love So Irresistible Marquita Valentine
10. Reader's Choice: Sweet Revenge Rebecca Zanetti 04/03
Can't Help Falling in Love (The Sullivans, #3) by Bella Andre It Started With a Scandal (Pennyroyal Green, #10) by Julie Anne Long Consumed (Dark Protectors, #4) by Rebecca Zanetti Instinct (Chronicles of Nick, #6) by Sherrilyn Kenyon Four Nights With the Duke (Desperate Duchesses by the Numbers, #2; Desperate Duchesses, #8) by Eloisa James When It's Right (Montana Men, #2) by Jennifer Ryan Four Nights With the Duke (Desperate Duchesses by the Numbers, #2; Desperate Duchesses, #8) by Eloisa James The Leopard Vanguard (Leopard King Saga, #1) by T.A. Uner Love So Irresistible (The Lawson Brothers, #3) by Marquita Valentine Sweet Revenge (Sin Brothers, #2) by Rebecca Zanetti


message 6: by Margaret (new)

Margaret | 354 comments Welcome to the challenge Bookchaser and Ora!


message 7: by Tammie (last edited Apr 30, 2015 08:41PM) (new)

Tammie | 2007 comments I'm in!

10/10 Read

1.'A' is for April: Rock Chick Revenge, Kristen Ashley ★★★★� 4/30
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose McKettrick's Pride, Linda Lael Miller ★★★★ 4/4
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: (set in Montana) Falling for Jillian, Kristen Proby ★★★★� 4/3
4. Hans Christian Anderson:(April 2) YA-Fallen Too Far, Abbi Glines ★★★★ 4/28
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): One Sweet Ride Jaci Burton ★★★★ 4/10
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): The Longest Ride, Nicholas Sparks ★★★★ 4/23
7. Titanic (April 15): The Arrangement, Mary Balogh ★★★★ 4/5
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Gone - Part One, Deborah Bladon ★★� 4/26
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Mai Tai'd Up, Alice Clayton ★★★★ 4/8
10. Reader's Choice: The Shadows, J.R.Ward ★★★★� 4/20
Rock Chick Revenge (Rock Chick, #5) by Kristen Ashley McKettrick's Pride (McKettricks, #7; McKettrick Men, #2) by Linda Lael Miller Falling for Jillian (Love Under the Big Sky, #3) by Kristen Proby Fallen Too Far (Too Far, #1) by Abbi Glines One Sweet Ride (Play by Play, #6) by Jaci Burton The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks The Arrangement (The Survivors' Club #2) by Mary Balogh Gone - Part One (Gone, #1) by Deborah Bladon Mai Tai'd Up (Cocktail, #4) by Alice Clayton The Shadows (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #13) by J.R. Ward


message 8: by Susan A (last edited Apr 19, 2015 05:52PM) (new)

Susan A | 2144 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge

10/10 read COMPLETE


A is for April: A.J. Rose, Power Exchange April 12 ★★�
Member of the Month: BJ Rose June pub: Strength of the Mate April 16 ★★�
Author Patricia Briggs - Fantasy: He's Just Knot That Into You April 10 ★★�
Hans Christian Anderson: Georgia Heat: A Romance Redux Novel April 14 ★★★★
Reconciliation Day: I Spy Something Bloody April 1 ★★★★
Look Up at the Sky Day: The Bruise-Black Sky April 3 ★★★★
Titanic: Captured by Him April 13 ★★
Take a chance day: Alex Pendragon, Jock Auction April 1 ★★★★
Hug an Australian Day: Susan Beck, William's Whimsy April 3 ★★�
Choice: The Intersection of Purgatory and Paradise April 19 ★★★★�


Power Exchange (Power Exchange, #1) by A.J. Rose Strength of the Mate (The Tameness of the Wolf, #3) by Kendall McKenna He's Just Knot That Into You by Nico Jaye Georgia Heat A Romance Redux Novel by Lola Carson I Spy Something Bloody (I Spy, #1) by Josh Lanyon The Bruise-Black Sky (More Heat Than the Sun, #5) by John Wiltshire Captured by Him (Different Desire #4) by Lady T.L. Jennings Jock Auction by Alex Pendragon William's Whimsy by Beck Mitchell (nee Susan Beck) The Intersection of Purgatory and Paradise (Least Likely Partnership, #3) by A.J. Thomas


message 9: by Sallie(GeorgiaGirl) (last edited Apr 22, 2015 06:51PM) (new)

Sallie(GeorgiaGirl) (shuga) | 1182 comments 1.'A' is for April~ Animal Attraction, jill shalvis

2. Member of the Month~ BJ Rose A Hunger Like No Other, kresley cole (favorites)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs Fair Game

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2)~ Love Reborn, yvonne woon

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2)~ Beautiful Day, elin hilderbrand...finished~04.22.2015

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14)~ By Book or By Crook, eva gates

7. Titanic (April 15)~ The Legend of the Gypsy Hawk (Choc Lit), sally malcolm

8. Take a chance day (April 23)~ Barefoot in the Sand, roxanne st clair

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26)~ Big Little Lies, liane moriarty

10. Reader's Choice~ The Silkworm, robert galbraith


message 10: by April (new)

April Munday | 43 comments April’s ‘my� month, so I ought to make an effort.

3 books again this month

0/0 read

1.'A' is for April: The State We're In

7. Titanic (April 15) A Scandalous Past

8. Take a chance day (April 23) The Love List


message 11: by Larissa (last edited Apr 28, 2015 12:16PM) (new)

Larissa (rissareadsromance) | 317 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge

7/5 COMPLETED


1.'A' is for April: Affliction 4/22 5*
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - No Regrets 4/21 4
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Dead Heat 4/28 5*
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) -
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Bound to Danger 4/2 4*
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Full Throttle 4/14 4*
7. Titanic (April 15) Enslaved by the Ocean
8. Take a chance day (April 23) It Ain't Me, Babe 4/13 5*
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26).
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Frenched 4/8 4*


message 12: by Rissa (last edited Mar 21, 2015 08:50PM) (new)

Rissa | 697 comments I'm in! :)

Romance Readers Reading Challenges - 2015 April Monthly Challenge 0/10 read

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A' . No Such Thing

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - /user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year. Midnight

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - /author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher. A Case of Possession

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it . Ever the Same

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers. The Two Gentlemen of Altona

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds� Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title . Electric Blue & Catnip

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover . Ex Equals

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author . Please Remember Me

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia , or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover. Loving Jay

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice . Stitch
No Such Thing (Belonging #1) by A.M. Arthur Midnight (Dance with the Devil, #3) by Megan Derr A Case of Possession (A Charm of Magpies, #2) by K.J. Charles Ever the Same by B.A. Tortuga The Two Gentlemen of Altona (Playing the Fool, #1) by Lisa Henry Electric Blue & Catnip by Suilan Lee Ex Equals by L.A. Witt Please Remember Me by Jacob Z. Flores Loving Jay by Renae Kaye Stitch (Gothika #1) by Eli Easton


message 13: by Margaret (new)

Margaret | 354 comments Welcome Tammie, Susan A, Sallie(GeorgiaGirl),Larissa, Rissa and April :)


message 14: by Breann (last edited May 06, 2015 12:06PM) (new)

Breann | 398 comments Read: 10/10 ~~DONE!


1.'A' is for April: Summer Son 4.11 ★★★☆�

2. Member of the Month: Blaze of Memory 4.7 ★★★☆�

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author: Bone Crossed 4.19 ★★★☆�

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2): Inferno 4.16 ★★★★�

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): My Life as a Myth 4.9 ★★★★�

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): Sweet Reckoning 4.27 ★★★☆�

7. Titanic (April 15): The Girl in the Steel Corset 4.7 ★★★★�

8. Take a chance day (April 23): Magic's Pawn 4/18/15 ★★★★�

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Bound with Love 4.24 ★★☆☆�

10. Reader's Choice: The Girl in the Steel Corset 4.7 ★★★★�


message 15: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 30390 comments I'm in for all 10! I probably won't post again until I finish, I'm bad that way... =P


message 16: by ~Melissa~ (last edited Apr 15, 2015 09:00AM) (new)

~Melissa~ | 2080 comments RRRC - 2015 April Monthly Challenge
4/1/15 ~ 4/30/15
5/6 read




1.'A' is for April: Abigail Roux Crash & Burn 4/1/15 3.75�
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Shifting Shadows: Stories from the World of Mercy Thompson or Dead Heat
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Learning to Feel 4/8/15 4�
8. Take a chance day (April 23) Third Chances 4/3/15 3�
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Hard to Hold on To (Hard Ink, #2.5) by Laura Kaye 4/9/15 4�
10. Reader's Choice: Tempted 4/13/15 3�


message 17: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Mar 20, 2015 08:08PM) (new)

Fran | 12214 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge

0/5 Read

1.'A' is for April:
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose-June- The Idiots' Tango
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs:
4. Hans Christian Anderson:(April 2)- Beneath the Beauty
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2):
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):
7. Titanic (April 15):
8. Take a chance day (April 23):
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26):
10. Reader's Choice:


The Idiots' Tango by B. Snow Beneath the Beauty (Beauty, #2) by Skye Warren


message 18: by Lily (last edited May 03, 2015 08:18AM) (new)

Lily (lilygcs) 8/8 ~~ finished April 19th



'A' is for April:
Always Have, Always Will by B.J. Sheppard ~ 4/4/15 ~ 4�

Member of the Month:
The Hard Truth by Amanda Young ~ 4/9/15 ~ 3�

Reconciliation Day:
Lessons Learned by Sandrine Gasq-Dion ~ 4/8/15 ~ 4�

Look Up at the Sky Day:
A Clean Break by Keira Andrews ~ 4/18/15 ~ 4�

Titanic:
Bird Meets Cage by Anyta Sunday ~ 4/4/15 ~ 3�

Take a Chance Day:
Dangerously Happy by Varian Krylov ~ 4/11/15 ~ 3.5�

Hug an Australian Day:
On Solid Ground by Melissa Collins ~ 4/13/15 ~ 4�

Reader's Choice:
Song of the Lonesome Cowboy by Lynn Kelling ~ 4/19/15 ~ 3.5�


Always Have, Always Will by B.J. Sheppard The Hard Truth (Daywalkers, #2) by Amanda Young Lessons Learned (Assassin/Shifter, #19) by Sandrine Gasq-Dion A Clean Break (Gay Amish Romance #2) by Keira Andrews Bird Meets Cage by Anyta Sunday Dangerously Happy by Varian Krylov On Solid Ground by Melissa Collins Song of the Lonesome Cowboy by Lynn Kelling


message 19: by Taya:) (last edited Apr 18, 2015 04:37PM) (new)

Taya:) | 399 comments I'm in.

7/7 READ
1.Afflicted 4/6 ★★★★
2. Keep Swimming 4/17 ★★★★
4. In Front of God and Everyone 4/12 ★★★★
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - The Best Man: Part One 4/12 ★★★★
6. Psychic Moon 4/16 ★★
8. The Adventures of Cole and Perry 4/6 ★★�
10. (Watch Me) Body You 4/14 ★★★★


message 20: by Karen � (last edited Apr 28, 2015 12:00PM) (new)

Karen ♐ (kmk1214) | 1975 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread

FINISHED - 5/5


1.'A' is for April: The Angel - 4/14

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book published in June of any year. Unspoken - 4/4

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds Completely Wrecked - 4/24

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). read a book with a couple embracing on the cover. The Proposition: The Ferro Family - 4/18

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Mean Streak - 4/28
The Angel (The Original Sinners, #2) by Tiffany Reisz Unspoken (Florence, Arizona, #0.5) by Lauren Hawkeye Completely Wrecked by Shayne McClendon The Proposition The Ferro Family (The Proposition, #1) by H.M. Ward Mean Streak by Sandra Brown


message 21: by suzi (last edited Mar 24, 2015 07:58AM) (new)

suzi (mordreg) I'll try it this month. I'll go for three.

0/3

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

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - /user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - /author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds� Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

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


message 22: by Juana "Darkness" (new)

Juana "Darkness" Duran | 423 comments I'm in for all 10.

April Monthly Reading Challenge

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

2. a book published in 2009/June:

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson: Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation: Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.

6. Look Up at the Sky: Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic: Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance: read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian: read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

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


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❶Ĵʴ❶ (ajpayne75) | 546 comments I'm in please.

10/10

A is for April: Assimilation, Love, and Other Human Oddities ~ 4/5/15 ~ ★★★★�
Member of the Month- BJ Rose Jun pub: Cross & Crown ~ 4/22/15 ~ ★★★★
Author Patricia Briggs - teacher: Breaking Cover ~ 4/26/15 ~ ★★★★�
Hans Christian Anderson: Inhaling Smoke ~ 4/14/15 ~ ★★★★1/2
Reconciliation Day: At Piper's Point ~ 4/11/15 ~ ★★★★
Look Up at the Sky Day: The Shearing Gun ~ 4/14/15 ~ ★★★★�
Titanic: Stealing the Wind ~ 4/28/15 ~ ★★★★
Take a chance day: Hold The Line ~ 4/17/15 ~ ★★�
Hug an Australian Day: Red Dirt Heart 4 ~ 4/3/15 ~ ★★★★1/2
Choice: Crash & Burn ~ 4/1/15 ~ ★★★★�

Assimilation, Love, and Other Human Oddities (Claimings #2) by Lyn Gala Cross & Crown (Sidewinder, #2) by Abigail Roux Breaking Cover (Life Lessons, #2) by Kaje Harper Inhaling Smoke by Tia Fielding At Piper's Point by Ethan Day The Shearing Gun by Renae Kaye Stealing the Wind (Mermen of Ea, #1) by Shira Anthony Hold The Line (Inked #1) by S.E. Jakes Red Dirt Heart 4 (Red Dirt, #4) by N.R. Walker Crash & Burn (Cut & Run, #9) by Abigail Roux


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AndaM | 237 comments Monthly Challenges > 2015 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread

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

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - /user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - /author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds� Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

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


message 25: by NayNay (last edited Apr 11, 2015 10:28AM) (new)

NayNay Romance Reader April Monthly Challenge
Duration:
April 1/15 - April 30/15


1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
Anne Boleyn The Tragic Story of Henry VIII's Most Notorious Wife by Norah Lofts Anne Boleyn: The Tragic Story of Henry VIII's Most Notorious Wife by Norah Lofts 04/02/15 ****

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - /user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
Deadly Night (Flynn Brothers, #1) by Heather Graham Deadly Nights by Heather Graham 04/03/15 ****

3. You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Sea Glass Winter (Shelter Bay #5) by JoAnn Ross Sea Glass Winter by JoAnn Ross 04/06/15 *** (teacher)

4. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
Undone (Unbreakable, #2) by Rebecca Shea Undone by Rebecca Shea 04/02/15 **** (YA)

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Killing Time (One Eyed Jacks, #1) by Cindy Gerard Killing Time by Cindy Gerard 04/09/15 ****

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds� Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
Westin's Chase (Titan, #3) by Cristin Harber Westin's Chase by Cristin Harber 04/08/15 ****

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Mist of Midnight (Daughters of Hampshire, #1) by Sandra Byrd Mist of Midnight by Sandra Byrd 04/10/15 **** (Captain Luke)

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.
Miracle in a Dry Season (Appalachian Blessings, #1) by Sarah Loudin Thomas Miracle in a Dry Season by Sarah Loudin Thomas 04/05/15 ****

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Lawman's Nanny Op by Carla Cassidy The Lawman's Nanny Op by Carla Cassidy 04/11/15 ****

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Bone Yard (Body Farm, #6) by Jefferson Bass The Bone Yard by Jefferson Bass 04/01/15


message 26: by Shannon (last edited May 01, 2015 10:01AM) (new)

Shannon (shylersmom) | 109 comments So I failed by 9 hours! I finished the last 70 pages of my book the morning of May 1!

1. A is for April: My Wicked NannyDID NOT FINISH UNTIL 5/1

2. Member of the Month- BJ Rose: SKIPPED

3. Featured Author- Patricia Briggs: SKIPPED

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2): SKIPPED

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): In Rides Trouble FINISHED 4/29/15

6. Look up at the Sky Day (April 14): SKIPPED

7. Titanic (April 15): The Ranger FINISHED 4/24/15

8. Take a Chance Day (April 23): Unfaded Glory FINISHED 4/27/15

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): High-Stakes Loving FINISHED 4/19/15

10. Readers Choice: Lover Eternal FINISHED 04/02/15


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Barbara ★ | 3880 comments I'm in.


READ: 0/10

1.'A' is for April: Armageddon Outta Here - Derek Landy
2. Member of the Month (BJ Rose): TBD
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Flesh and Blood - Patricia Cornwell
4. Hans Christian Anderson: City of Heavenly Fire - Cassandra Clare (YA)
5. Reconciliation Day: TBD
6. Look Up at the Sky day: Shadow Walker - Allyson James
7. Titanic: The Hunter - Monica McCarty (historical romance)
8. Take a chance day: The Map of Time - Felix Palma (new author)
9. Hug an Australian Day: Twice Tempted by a Rogue - Tessa Dare
10. Reader's Choice: TBD

Armageddon Outta Here (Skulduggery Pleasant, #8.5) by Derek Landy [TBD] Flesh and Blood (Kay Scarpetta, #22) by Patricia Cornwell City of Heavenly Fire (The Mortal Instruments, #6) by Cassandra Clare [TBD] Shadow Walker (Stormwalker, #3) by Allyson James The Hunter (Highland Guard, #7) by Monica McCarty The Map of Time (Trilogía Victoriana, #1) by Félix J. Palma Twice Tempted by a Rogue (Stud Club, #2) by Tessa Dare [TBD]


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inchigorg | 7 comments I'm in!

8/10 Read

1.'A' is for April: When I'm Gone 04/08 ★★�
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose For All Time 04/06 ★★★★
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: Moon Called
4. Hans Christian Anderson:(April 2) When I Fall 04/01 ★★★★
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2):All I Want 04/03 ★★�
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): The Fault in Our Stars
7. Titanic (April 15): True Love 04/01 ★★★★
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Rule 04/01 ★★�
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26):Where I Belong 04/02 ★★★★
10. Reader's Choice: Until November 04/07 ★★�


message 29: by Amanda (last edited Apr 26, 2015 08:40PM) (new)

Amanda (amandasorrasson) | 156 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge

5/5 Read

1.'A' is for April:
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose:
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs:
4. Hans Christian Anderson(April 2):
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): I Only Have Eyes for You (friends to lovers) 17.4.15
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):
7. Titanic (April 15): Nine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake (Historical Romance) 26.4.15
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Stepbrother Untouchable 22.4.15
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): All Your Reasons 20.4.15
10. Reader's Choice: Kiro's Emily 8.4.15


message 30: by Chris (last edited Apr 28, 2015 05:56PM) (new)

Chris (cdavies1951) | 133 comments I'm in for 10
07/10 Completed (Apparently failure is an option!)

1. A is for April - The Amber Keeper by Freda Lightfoot 04/28
2. BJ Rose's shelf - One Good Earl Deserves a Lover (The Rules of Scoundrels, #2) by Sarah MacLean Rated 5*/Read 2/23/13 - completed 4/1/15
3. Featured Author -
4. Hans Christian Anderson -
5. Reconciliation Day - Man of My Dreams (Sherring Cross, #1) by Johanna Lindsey MCs reconcile their marriage - 04/06
6. Look at the Sky - Owned by the Ocean by Christine Steendam 04/09
7. Titanic - Historical Romance - The Indiscretion by Judith Ivory 04/07
8. Take a chance day - New Author: The Cavalier of the Apocalypse (Aristide Ravel, #1) by Susanne Alleyn by Susanne Alleyn 04/03
9. Hug an Australian -
10. Reader's Choice - Sugar Daddy (Travises, #1) by Lisa Kleypas by Lisa Kleypas 04/04


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Kme_17 | 107 comments April Monthly Reading Challenge

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

2. a book published in 2009/June:

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson: Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation: Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.

6. Look Up at the Sky: Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic: Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance: read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian: read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

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


message 32: by Tracey (last edited Apr 01, 2015 04:20AM) (new)

Tracey | 158 comments I'm in for all
2015 April Monthly Challenge
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1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - /user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - /author/show....
Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.- Alpha an Omega Patricia Briggs 01 Apr

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds� Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

Alpha and Omega (Alpha & Omega, #0.5) by Patricia Briggs


message 33: by Shelby (last edited Apr 29, 2015 08:48PM) (new)

Shelby (stang_lee) | 1945 comments RRRC Monthly - COMPLETE
April 1, 2015 - April 30, 2015



April - 10/10

1.'A' is for April - All In with the Duke (4/4) ★★★★½
2. Member of the Month - Never Less Than a Lady (4/14) ★★★★�
3. Featured Author Challenge - Moon Called (4/12) ★★★★½
4. Hans Christian Anderson - Storming the Castle (4/2) ★★�
5. Reconciliation Day - Jackdaw (4/1) ★★★★�
6. Look Up at the Sky Day - Gives Light (4/27) ★★★★½
7. Titanic - The Actor and the Earl (4/14) ★★★★
8. Take a Chance Day - Cheating Chance (4/21) ★★★�
9. Hug an Australian Day - Loving a Lost Lord (4/4) ★★★★�
10. Choice - A Thread of Deepest Black (4/13) ★★★★�


All In with the Duke (Gambling on Love, #1) by Ava March Never Less Than a Lady (Lost Lords, #2) by Mary Jo Putney Moon Called (Mercy Thompson, #1) by Patricia Briggs Storming the Castle (Fairy Tales, #1.5) by Eloisa James Jackdaw by K.J. Charles Gives Light (Gives Light, #1) by Rose Christo The Actor and the Earl (The Crofton Chronicles #1) by Rebecca Cohen Cheating Chance (Taking the Odds, #1) by James Buchanan Loving a Lost Lord (Lost Lords #1) by Mary Jo Putney A Thread of Deepest Black  by Finn Marlowe


message 34: by ☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ (last edited Apr 30, 2015 03:26PM) (new)

☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ | 2475 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge
Duration: April 1 - April 30, 2015.

� 1.'A' is for April:
ANYTHING TO SING 4/30

� 2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - published in June Faking It 4/11

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy Friday Night Bites 4/16

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) Craving Red 4/9

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Night Embrace 4/3

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Allegiant 4/11

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, Again the Magic 4/4

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Darkest Longing 4/16

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26) A Pretty Mess 4/3

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Mr. Mercedes 4/8


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funnichic0318 | 132 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge
Duration: April 1 to April 30, 2015
Progress: x of 10

1.'A' is for April - Azagoth by Larissa Ione

2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose - In Bed With the Devil by Lorraine Heath

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs - Shifting Shadows: Stories from the World of Mercy Thompson by Patricia Briggs

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - On the Edge by Ilona Andrews

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Wallbanger by Alice Clayton

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Fire Inside by Kristen Ashley

7. Titanic (April 15) - Cold As Ice by Anne Stuart

8. Take a chance day (April 23) - The Lion's Daughter by Loretta Chase

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26) - Rules of Entanglement by Gina L. Maxwell

10. Reader's Choice - The Shadows by J.R. Ward

Azagoth (1001 Dark Nights, #6; Lords of Deliverance, #5.5; Demonica, #10.5) by Larissa Ione On the Edge (The Edge, #1) by Ilona Andrews Wallbanger (Cocktail, #1) by Alice Clayton In Bed With the Devil (Scoundrels of St. James, #1) by Lorraine Heath Shifting Shadows Stories from the World of Mercy Thompson by Patricia Briggs Fire Inside (Chaos, #2) by Kristen Ashley Cold As Ice (Ice, #2) by Anne Stuart The Lion's Daughter (Scoundrels, #1) by Loretta Chase Rules of Entanglement (Fighting for Love, #2) by Gina L. Maxwell The Shadows (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #13) by J.R. Ward


message 36: by Penney (new)

Penney (pschoener) | 3553 comments I'm in! Here's my tentative list...

2015 April Monthly Challenge
Duration: April 1 ~ Apro; 31
0/10 Read


1. 'A' is for..: Kristen Ashley, Creed
2. Hi BJ Rose!: Fantasy in Death by J.D. Robb
3. All Hail Patricia Briggs!: Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
4. Hans Christian Anderson: The Iron Daughter by Julie Kagawa
5. Reconciliation Day: Miss Wonderful by Loretta Chase
6. Look Up at the Sky Day: The Unleashing by Shelly Laurenston
7. Titanic: Rough Harbor by Andrea Stein
8. Take a Chance Day: Touched by an Alien by Gini Koch
9. Hug an Aussie Day: The Rosie Effect by Graeme Simsion
10. It's My Party!: TBD

Creed (Unfinished Hero, #2) by Kristen Ashley Fantasy in Death (In Death, #30) by J.D. Robb Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs The Iron Daughter (The Iron Fey, #2) by Julie Kagawa Miss Wonderful (Carsington Brothers, #1) by Loretta Chase The Unleashing (Call of Crows, #1) by Shelly Laurenston Rough Harbor (Queensbay, #2) by Andrea Stein Touched by an Alien (Katherine "Kitty" Katt, #1) by Gini Koch The Rosie Effect (Don Tillman, #2) by Graeme Simsion TBD


message 37: by Shan ~A~ (last edited Apr 23, 2015 11:27AM) (new)

Shan ~A~ (thebookglutton) | 1713 comments I'm in...
Progress 8/8

1.'A' is for April: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley 04/16

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - /user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

Eternal Hunter by Cynthia Eden 04/07

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters
Arouse by Nina Lane 04/05


6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
Dragon Bound (Elder Races, #1) by Thea Harrison by Thea Harrison 04/18

7. Titanic (April 15) Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia Quinn 04/22

8. Take a chance day (April 23) So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.
Temptation by K.M. Golland 04/08

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
Satisfaction by K.M Golland 04/13

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Scent of a Mate by Milly Taiden 04/19

!!!!!!!!DONE!!!!!!!!!


message 38: by Ethel (last edited Mar 30, 2015 10:53PM) (new)

Ethel | 739 comments RRRC - Monthly Reading Challenge: April

0/10 read

1.'A' is for April: Twisted Perfection by Abbi Glines
2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: His Eyes by Renee Carter
3. Featured Author Challenge author - Patricia Briggs: Amelia's Touch by Elizabeth Kelly
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2): Forever Scarred by Jackie Williams
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Unforgettable by Elise K. Ackers
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan
7. Titanic (April 15): A Bed of Thorns and Roses by Sondra Allan Carr
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Sweeter for the Pain by Evan Asher
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Flashes of Me: An Erotic Novella by Cynthia Sax
10. Reader's Choice:


message 39: by Susan (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1836 comments I'm in for all ten :-)


message 40: by Emily (last edited Apr 24, 2015 03:42PM) (new)

Emily | 1812 comments DONE
1.'A' is for April: (THe) Arrangement by Bethany-Kris 4.6
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose: Ridge Creek Reunited by CL Green 4.24 (JUNE)
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: About a Dragon by GA Aiken 4.20
4. Hans Christian Anderson(April 2): Bretts Little Headaches by Jordan Silver 4.15
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Exquisite Danger by Ann Mayburn 4.2
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):Freedom to Ride Resolution by Suzanne Clark 4.21
7. Titanic (April 15): Until July by Aurora Rose Reynolds 4.23
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Lucky For Her by Stephanie Taylor 4.20
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Holding Out by Lila Rose 4.6
10. Reader's Choice: Snakes Addiction by Sam Crescent 4.6



message 41: by Delitealex (last edited Apr 21, 2015 06:14PM) (new)

Delitealex | 151 comments 8/10 read


1.'A' is for April: The Dragon Tree Legacy 2 apr
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - Soulless
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Frost Burned
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Heart of the Game 1 apr
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Silver Collar 19 apr
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Landing21 apr
7. Titanic (April 15) I Remember 18 apr
8. Take a chance day (April 23) Forever Found 5 apr
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Touched by an Alien 8 apr
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Shadow Hunt 4 apr


The Dragon Tree Legacy by Ali Vali Soulless (Parasol Protectorate, #1) by Gail Carriger Frost Burned (Mercy Thompson, #7) by Patricia Briggs Heart of the Game by Rachel Spangler Silver Collar (Garoul, #4) by Gill McKnight Landing by Emma Donoghue I Remember by Julie Cannon Forever Found by J. Lee Meyer Touched by an Alien (Katherine "Kitty" Katt, #1) by Gini Koch Shadow Hunt (Midnight Hunters, #6) by L.L. Raand


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2015 April Monthly Challenge
5/10 Read

1.'A' is for April: The Look of Love
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose: The Inn at Eagle Point
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs/book set in Montana: Crime Scene At Cardwell Ranch
4. Hans Christian Anderson(April 2): A Kiss at Midnight
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): The Best Man
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):Frozen Heart, Melting Kiss
7. Titanic (April 15): Never Forget Me
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Cowgirls Don't Cry
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): The Cattleman's Ready-Made Family
10. Reader's Choice: The Wanderer

The Look of Love (The Sullivans, #1) by Bella Andre~*~The Inn at Eagle Point (Chesapeake Shores, #1) by Sherryl Woods~*~Crime Scene At Cardwell Ranch (Cardwell Ranch #1) by B.J. Daniels~*~A Kiss at Midnight (Fairy Tales, #1) by Eloisa James~*~The Best Man (Blue Heron, #1) by Kristan Higgins
Frozen Heart, Melting Kiss by Ellie Darkins~*~Never Forget Me by Marguerite Kaye~*~Cowgirls Don't Cry (Red Dirt Royalty #1) by Silver James~*~The Cattleman's Ready-Made Family by Michelle Douglas~*~The Wanderer (Thunder Point, #1) by Robyn Carr



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KarenF (cleocleveland) | 1099 comments I'm in for 8.

0/8 Read

1. A for April: Visions by Kelley Armstrong
2. Hi BJ Rose! Summer Is for Lovers by Jennifer McQuiston
3. FAC - Patricia Briggs: Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
4. Hans Christian Anderson: Waistcoats & Weaponry by Gail Carriger
5. Look up at the Sky: Still the One by Jill Shalvis
6. Titanic: How the Marquess Was Won by Julie Anne Long
7. Take a Chance: I Married the Duke by Katherine Ashe
8. My Choice: TBD


Visions (Cainsville, #2) by Kelley Armstrong Summer Is for Lovers (Second Sons, #2) by Jennifer McQuiston Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs Waistcoats & Weaponry (Finishing School, #3) by Gail Carriger Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis How the Marquess Was Won (Pennyroyal Green, #6) by Julie Anne Long I Married the Duke (The Prince Catchers, #1) by Katharine Ashe


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Tina Theresa | 255 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread
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1.'A' is for April: Attraction 4/12
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - Caressed by Ice 4/2
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs (UF) Beyond The Veil
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) -
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - The Will 4/11
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) -Animal Attraction 4/4
7. Titanic (April 15) He's So Fine 4/14
8. Take a chance day (April 23) Ten Tiny Breaths 4/10
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26).
10. Reader's Choice: Perfection 4/18

Caressed by Ice (Psy-Changeling, #3) by Nalini SinghAnimal Attraction (Animal Magnetism, #2) by Jill ShalvisTen Tiny Breaths (Ten Tiny Breaths, #1) by K.A. TuckerThe Will (Magdalene, #1) by Kristen AshleyAttraction (Elements of Chemistry, #1) by Penny ReidHe's So Fine (Lucky Harbor, #11) by Jill ShalvisPerfection (Neighbor from Hell, #2) by R.L. MathewsonBeyond The Veil (The Veil Series, #1) by Pippa DaCosta



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Laila Jane (axlilxlala) | 318 comments April Monthly Challenge


Goal: 5/5

1.'A' is for April
Read a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'
Everbound by Brodi Ashton (04/12/15)

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs
Read a book set in Montana
Losers Weepers by Nicole Williams (04/03/15)

8. Take a chance day (April 23)
Read a book by a new to you author
The Law of Moses by Amy Harmon (04/10/15)

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26)
Read a book with a couple embracing on the cover
Unafraid by Melody Grace (04/18/15)

10. Reader's Choice
Read any book of your choice
Deep by Kylie Scott (04/04/15)

Everbound (Everneath, #2) by Brodi Ashton Losers Weepers (Finders Keepers Book 2) by Nicole Williams The Law of Moses by Amy Harmon Unafraid (Beachwood Bay, #2) by Melody Grace Deep (Stage Dive, #4) by Kylie Scott


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LaurLa | 4954 comments April Monthly Challenge
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1. 'A' is for April:
-- Accidental Bodyguard (Keeping Watch Duology)� Julie Miller

2. Member of the Month � BJ Rose:
-- Sweet Revenge � Rebecca Zanetti (to read shelf)

3. Author of the Month � Patricia Briggs:
-- Against the Wall � Rebecca Zanetti (Maverick Montana series)

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2):
-- Sleeping Beauty � Elle Lothlorien

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2):
-- The Way You Look Tonight � Bella Andre (second chance/friends to lovers)

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):
-- Come Fly With Me � Judith Whitmore (blue sky)

7. Titanic (April 15):
-- Niko's Stolen Bride � Lindy Corbin (hero is captain of a yacht)

8. Take a chance day (April 23):
-- Unleashed � Cherrie Lynn (new author rec’d in April PIFM challenge)

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26):
-- Just Breathe � Janette Paul (Australian author and presumably set in Australia)

10. Reader's Choice:
-- Tie Me � Olivia Cunning

Keeping Watch by Gayle Wilson Sweet Revenge (Sin Brothers, #2) by Rebecca Zanetti Against the Wall (Maverick Montana, #1) by Rebecca Zanetti Sleeping Beauty by Elle Lothlorien The Way You Look Tonight (The Sullivans, #9) by Bella Andre Come Fly With Me by Judith Whitmore Niko's Stolen Bride by Lindy Corbin Unleashed (Ross Siblings, #1) by Cherrie Lynn Just Breathe by Janette Paul Tie Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #5) by Olivia Cunning


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Jojo | 1010 comments April Monthly Challenge

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1.'A' is for April: Axel by Harper Sloan
2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: Rescue Me by Christy Reece
3. (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: Siren's Song by Dana Marie Bell
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2):Divergent by Veronica Roth
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): - Guilty as Sin by Jami Alden
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): Mischief in Mudbug by Jana Deleon
7. Titanic (April 15): Riptide by Cherry Adair
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Deadly Fall by Ann Bruce
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Under My Skin by J.M. Stone
10. Reader's Choice: Untitled by Abigail Roux

Axel (Corps Security, #1) by Harper Sloan Rescue Me (Last Chance Rescue, #1) by Christy Reece Siren's Song (Gray Court, #5) by Dana Marie Bell Divergent (Divergent, #1) by Veronica Roth Guilty as Sin by Jami Alden Mischief in Mudbug (Ghost-in-Law, #2) by Jana Deleon Riptide (Cutter Cay, #2) by Cherry Adair Deadly Fall (The 19th Precinct, #1) by Ann Bruce Under My Skin (Skin Deep, #2) by J.M. Stone Untitled (Cut & Run, #9) by Abigail Roux


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Caipi (bookaholic17) | 1337 comments I'm in! :)

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1. 'A' is for April: The Truth as He Knows It by A.M. Arthur
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - June pub: Cross & Crown by Abigail Roux
3. Author Patricia Briggs - MC teacher: Life Lessons by Kaje Harper
4. Hans Christian Anderson: Breaking Cover by Kaje Harper
5. Reconciliation Day: Shades of Gray by Brooke McKinley
6. Look Up at the Sky day: After the Sunset by Mary Calmes
7. Titanic: Bound by Deception by Ava March
8. Take a chance day: Game On by Olley White
9. Hug an Australian Day: Tigers and Devils by Sean Kennedy
10. Reader's Choice: Fall For Me by Ann Lister

The Truth as He Knows It (Perspectives #1) by A.M. Arthur Cross & Crown (Sidewinder, #2) by Abigail Roux Life Lessons (Life Lessons, #1) by Kaje Harper Breaking Cover (Life Lessons, #2) by Kaje Harper Shades of Gray by Brooke McKinley After the Sunset (Timing, #2) by Mary Calmes Bound by Deception (Bound, #1) by Ava March Game On (Game On, #1) by Olley White Tigers and Devils (Tigers and Devils #1) by Sean Kennedy Fall For Me (The Rock Gods, #1) by Ann Lister


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BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments Honored to be the Member of the Month!!

RRRC Monthly Challenges
April 1 - 30, 2015

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1. Starts with 'A': Ann B. Ross: Miss Julia Takes Over
2. Member: BJ Rose: The Seduction of Lady X by Julia London
3. FAC: Patricia Briggs: Bone Crossed
4. Child/Children: TBD
5. Reconciliation Day: Nightingale Way by Emily March
6. Blue Sky & Fluffy Clouds: One Bad Apple by Sheila Connolly
7. Titanic: Historical Romance: It Started With a Scandal by Julie Anne Long
8. New-to-you Author: Victoria Thompson: Murder on Astor Place
9. Couple Embracing: Vixen in Velvet by Loretta Chase
10. Reader's Choice: The Last Debutante by Julia London


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Jonquil | 337 comments 10/10
DONE

1.'A' is for April:starts with 'A' The Android's Dream 4/26 ★★★★
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - from any of BJ Rose's shelves A Dark And Stormy Night 4/3 ★★�
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Dead Heat Patricia Briggs 4/1 ★★★★�
4. re-telling of a fairy tale Fairest 4/18 ★★★★�
5. Reconciliation Day there is reconciliation between the two main characters Red Masquerade 4/22 ★★�
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover Any Port in a Storm 4/3 ★★�
7. Titanic (April 15) captain of spaceship A Thousand Words for Stranger 4/4 ★★★★
8. Take a chance day (April 23) new to you author Rose Pressey No Shoes, No Shirt, No Spells 4/1 ★★
9. Hug an Australian Day couple embracing on the cover. And The Earth Moved 4/6 ★★�
10. Reader's Choice: Murdock Tackles TaosRobert J. Ray 4/24 ★★★★
6 Any Port in a Storm (A Jolie Gentil Cozy Mystery #4) by Elaine Orr 9 And The Earth Moved by Zanna Mackenzie


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