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THE 2021 LIST
1. A book related to “In the Beginning...��Assassin's Apprentice. Completed 4 Jan 2021 ****

2. A book by an author whose name doesn't contain the letters A, T or Y- Ship of Magic. Completed 21 Feb 2021 ****

3. A book related to the lyrics for the song "My Favorite Things" from The Sound of Music- Fool's Assassin by Robin Hobb Completed 18 July 2021 **** (Focus of book called Bee)

4. A book with a monochromatic cover- Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard completed 24 oct 2021 *** and a half.

5. A book by an author on USA Today's list of 100 Black Novelists You Should Read-Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert Completed 28 Nov 2021 *

6. A love story- Robin Hobb by Robin Hobb Completed 22 Aug2021 ****

7. A book that fits a prompt suggestion that didn't make the final list-A book related to a book- Sword and Pen by Rachel Caine **** Completed september 2021

8. A book set in a state, province, or country you have never visited- Ash and Quill by Rachel Caine ***

9. A book you associate with a specific season or time of year-Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling

10. A book with a female villain or criminal-Fool's Fate by Robin Hobb ****

11. A book to celebrate The Grand Egyptian Museum-Ink and Bone by Rachel Caine Completed 26 Aug 2021 *** half

12. A book eligible for the Warwick Prize for Women in Translation
13. A book written by an author of one of your best reads of 2020

14. A book set in a made-up place- Dragon Haven by Robin Hobb completed 1 June 2021

15. A book that features siblings as the main characters-Ship of Destiny by Robin Hobb Completed 27th mar 2021 ****

16. A book with a building in the title-The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel Completed 18 Dec 2021 *

17. A book with a Muslim character or author- Paper and Fire by Rachel CaineCompleted 30 Aug 2021 *** half

18. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 1
19. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 2
20. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 3
21. A book whose title and author both contain the letter "u"
22. A book posted in one of the ATY Best Book of the Month threads

23. A cross genre novel- Fool's Errand by Robin Hobb ****

24. A book about racism or race relations- Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard completed 17 oct 2021 *** and a half.

25. A book set on an island- The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune Completed 10 Dec 2021 ****

26. A short book (<210 pages) by a new-to-you author

27. A book with a character who can be found in a deck of cards-Golden Fool by Robin Hobb ****

28. A book connected to ice

29. A book that you consider comfort reading- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling

30. A long book-Royal Assassin Completed 16 Jan 2021 ****

31. A book by an author whose career spanned more than 21 years- City of Dragons by Robin Hobb Completed 15 June 2021 ****

32. A book whose cover shows more than 2 people- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling

33. A collection of short stories, essays, or poetry-WILDCARD Smoke and Iron by Rachel Caine Completed Septemeber 2021 ***

34. A book with a travel theme- The Mad Ship by Robin Hobb Completed 14 Mar 2021 ****

35. A book set in a country on or below the Tropic of Cancer

36. A book with six or more words in the title
37. A book from the Are You Well Read in World Literature list
38. A book related to a word given by a random word generator (knowledge)
39. A book involving an immigrant

40. A book with flowers or greenery on the cover
41. A book by a new-to-you BIPOC author
42. A mystery or thriller

43. A book with elements of magic-Blood of Dragons by Robin Hobb Completed 26 June 2021 ****

44. A book whose title contains a negative- Fool's Quest by Robin Hobb Completed 19 Aug 2021 ****

45. A book related to a codeword from the NATO Phonetic Alphabet
46. A winner or nominee from the 2020 ŷ������ Choice Awards

47. A non-fiction book other than biography, autobiography or memoir- Virus Mania: How the Medical Industry Continually Invents Epidemics, Making Billion Dollar Profits at Our Expense Completed 6 Dec 2021

48. A book that might cause someone to react “You read what?!?��

49. A book with an ensemble cast- The Dragon Keeper by Robin Hobb 2021 May 2021 ****

50. A book published in 2021-The Lost Apothecary.

51. A book whose title refers to person(s) without giving their name-Assassin's Quest Completed 29 Jan 2021 ****

52. A book related to "the end"- War Storm by Victoria Aveyard Completed 21 Nov 2021

For this challenge, you will be trying to fulfill the letters in ONE of three phrases:
- WINTER WONDERLAND (16)
- DREAMING OF SNOW (14)

D-Dragon Haven- Robin Hobb
R-Royal Assassin-Robin Hobb
A-Assassins Apprentice-Robin Hobb
M-Mad Ship-Robin Hobb.
I- Ink and Bone- Rachel Caine
G-Golden Fool-Robin Hobb

F- Assassins Fate- Robin Hobb (Fantasy)

S-Ship of Magic-Robin Hobb
W- War Storm- Victoria Aveyard

- HELLO NEW BEGINNINGS (18)

You can fulfill these letters by using the first letter of the title, the first letter of the author's first or last name, or the first letter of the main genre of the book.

Our spring challenge starts on March 1, 2021 and finishes on May 31, 2021.

The Phrases:
1. springtime-Ship of destiny, Robin Hobb
2. bloom-Mad Ship, Robin Hobb
3. sun shining- Ink and Bone, Rachel Caine
4. baby animals- Blood of Dragons, Robin Hobb
5. eggs-Golden Fool
6. tulips- Snow and Pen-Rachel Caine
7. jellybeans- Ash and quill- Rachel Caine
8. rainstorm- Assassins Fate-Robin Hobb
9. sprout- Sword and pen-Rachel Caine
10. warming- glass sword-victoria aveyard
11. spring break- Glass Hotel- Emily St John
12. raincoat- City of Dragons-Robin Hobb

How to Fill the Prompts:
1. Phrase contains BOTH letters of the author's name (ignore middle initial)
2. Phrase contains the first letter of the title (ignore or include A, An, and The)
3. Phrase is exemplified on the cover (your interpretation)
4. Phrase is found somewhere in the text (should be exact word)

JUNE

4. Set Sail
One summer activity is to hop on a boat and go for a ride on the water. Whether you're fishing off of a kayak, sailing the open seas, or sunbathing on a yacht, floating on the water is guaranteed to bring peace and relaxation.

a. Read a book that starts with a letter in SAILING- Ink and Bone, Rachel Caine

b. Read a book with a boat on the cover.
c. Read a book that takes place completely on an island.

JULY

4. Take a Dip
Summer is hot, hot, hot, so jump in a pool, lake, or ocean to cool off and get some exercise swimming.

a. Read a book whose title starts with a letter in OCEAN.- City of Dragons-Robin Hobb

b. Read a book whose author initials can be found in TAKE A DIP.
c. Read a book featured on one of these lists:
- 34 of the Best Beach Reads to Help You Escape
- 2021 Summer Reading List: 48 of the Best Books for Adults, Teens, and Kids
- The Best Beach Reads of Summer 2021
Take a Hint, Dani Brown Talia Hibbert

AUGUST


4. Jump on a Plane
With the world reopening, now is a great time to jump on a plane to new countries (literally or, in the case of reading, metaphorically).

a. Read an adventure book.- Blood of Dragons, Robin Hobb.
b. Read a book set in a country you've never visited.- Paper and Fire, Rachel Caine.
c. Read a book featuring a character that travels to multiple countries Assassins Fate- Robin Hobb

RIDDLE ME THIS
July 1, 2021-July 31, 2021

1. Finding the first clue will be a treat. Look for something to eat. Read a book about food, with food on the cover or where the characters enjoy a good meal.
2. Now that you're fed, go and look for the clue where you lay your head. Read a book with a dream sequence or where the character has a dream for their life-Assassins Fate-Robin Hobb


3. The next place you'll need to look, is the place you can find a book. Read a book that takes place in a library or bookshop- Ink and Bone- Rachel Caine.

4. Have you heard the news? The next clue can be found inside your shoes! Read a book where a characters gets news or where shoes play a prominent role
5. Don't tear the room apart! Just take a look in the stuff of art! Read a book about an artist or art
6. Look for the clues, but don't get stressed! You'll find another when you get dressed. Read a book featuring fashion

7. Looking for the missing link? Take a peek at the sink or have a drink. Read a book where a character is a chef or bartender- The Glass Hotel-Emily St John

8. The next clue can be found on the box with the musical sound. Read a book about music, a character that listens to music or plays an instrument.
9. Wanting more? Why don't you check the front door? Read a book that is part of a series. Fools Assassin-Robin Hobb

10. Looking for the final prize? Go where you can look into your own eyes. Read a book where a character wins something, or sees something that changes their life.