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Q2 - All About Spring
Hello everyone and welcome to the All About Spring challenge. Let's leave winter behind as we Spring Forward into some great reads! How to Participate
1. Post here telling the challenge leader how many books you plan to read.
You can choose your books for the challenge at the beginning, or add them as you go. You can join a challenge at any time during the quarter and may also change your goal whenever needed.
2. When you finish a book for the challenge, post it here to let the challenge leader know.
Please be sure to post the total number of books you have completed and the number of your original message every time you post an update. We use the number of the original message to identify you, as there can be many members with the same name. The challenge leader will not look at this post to track your progress.
Example:
Update to msg #3: 7/42
PARTICIPANTS
Allie #28- 14/10
Amy #17- 17/10
Andrea #49 1/6
Anna #34- 7/7
Ariail #20- 20/20
Ashleigh #14- 4/6
Ashly #42- 4/7
Brianna #55 0/3
Brianna Raquel #37- 20/20
Caraina #9- 20/20
Carmen #15- 54/55
Chalmation #13- 10/10
Ciara #32- 20/20
Gina #22- 4/7
Gwen #40- 16/20
ilovebakedgoods (Teresa) #38- 0/10
Jenn #43- 0/20
JennH #7 - 0/10
Jess #106- 4/10
Kalyn #39- 5/6
Laurie #10- 11/20
Lina #51 20/8
Lisa #6- 0/3
Lisa Marie #47 - 16/20
Lucy #82 20/10
Magdalena #18- 14/15
Marissa #29- 0/10
Michelle #104- 13/10
Ninette #8 - 7/9
Patricia #21- 1/4
Rachael #33- 17/10
Regina #4 -0/12
Sarah #31- 8/8
Shalini #30- 5/5
Shari #48 - 1/10
Sheila from NC #12- 30/20
Sherri #41- 20/20
Suzanne #78 0/20
Theresa #20- 5/5
Word Queen#35- 0/75
Karin #26- 5/5
DebraDiggs #5 - 13/10
Emily #11- 4/4
GailW #27- 14/5
Saravzee #19- 10/10
TerryJane #25- 20/20
Ursula #76 5/5
0/121. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
Illyrian Spring
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
Death at Bishop's Keep
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
The Weight of Ink
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
Wild Strawberries
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
Human Croquet
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
Q2 - All About Spring 13/10
� 1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. - Lovers at the Museum by Isabel Allende
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
� 3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover. - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
� 4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way. - The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
� 5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued. - The Other Valley by Scott Alexander Howard
� 6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. - The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater
� 7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. - Purgatory Ridge by William Kent Krueger
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
� 9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (character name) - Murder Road by Simone St. James
� 10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand. - The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
� 12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read. - Island of the Crabs by Steven J. Taylor
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
� 14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans. - A Girl Called Samson by Amy Harmon
� 15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away. - Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
� 17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand. - Suicide Med by Freida McFadden
� 18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember. - Crocodile's Kill by Chris McGillion
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
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Please sign me up for 10.12/10
ALL ABOUT SPRING
Duration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
There are many things that happen in spring. There is a list of common words and phrases that are associated with spring below. To participate, let the challenge leader know how many books you wish to read.
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
Los Monstruos: Felice and the Wailing Woman by Diana López 5/8/24
Without a Brew by Ellie Alexander 4/3/24
Thornwood by Leah Cypess 5/13/24
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins 4/11/24
Not Your All-American Girl by Madelyn Rosenberg and Wendy Wan-Long Shang 5/23/24
The Ghost and Mrs. Mewer by Krista Davis 4/4/24
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
Attack of the Black Rectangles by Amy Sarig King 5/17/24
The Black Book by Orhan Pamuk by Orhan Pamuk 4/23/24
Royal Flush by Rhys Bowen 4/16/24
The Devil's Star by Jo Nesbø 4/9/24
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
A Master of Djinn by P. Djèlí Clark 4/11/24
The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn 5/17/24
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
I'll sign up for 97/9
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
The Traitor Queen
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
Betrayal
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
Twisted Games
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
The Silent Patient
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
Cunning
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
Destroy Me
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
The Bite
ALL ABOUT SPRING - COMPLETEDDuration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
Completed: 20/20
There are many things that happen in spring. There is a list of common words and phrases that are associated with spring below. To participate, let the challenge leader know how many books you wish to read.
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. The Hope of Spring - Wanda E. Brunstetter 4/30/24
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion. The Life She Wanted - Anita Abriel 5/22/24
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
What You Wish For - Katherine Center 5/24/244. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way. The Blue Bistro - Elin Hilderbrand 5/25/24
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued. Gutter - K'wan 5/22/24
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. Sprinkle with Murder - Jenn McKinlay 5/16/24
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. The Christmas Spirit - Debbie Macomber 5/5/24
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith. One Plus One - Jojo Moyes 4/8/24
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.) The Lonely Dead - April Henry 4/9/24
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand. Hideaway - Nora Roberts 5/13/24
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
Spells and Scones - Bailey Cates 4/14/2412. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read. The Resemblance - Lauren Nossett 4/27/24
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
Homicide and Halo-Halo - Mia P. Manansala 4/4/2414. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
Almost Surely Dead - Amina Akhtar 4/22/2415. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away. Friends in Napa - Sheila Yasmin Marikar 5/15/24
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.). Sing, Wild Bird, Sing - Jacqueline O'Mahony 6/6/24
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand. His Only Wife - Peace Adzo Medie 5/3/24
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember. Daughter of the Moon Goddess - Sue Lynn Tan 4/23/24
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time. Immortal in Death - J.D. Robb 5/25/24
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
Sleigh Bells Ring - RaeAnne Thayne 5/5/24
ALL ABOUT SPRING - Q2 CHALLENGE20/20
� 1. Goodbye winter. Read a book that has a happy ending.
The Rosie Project
� 2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit on the cover.
� 3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that has flowers on the cover.
� 4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning.
Things You Save in a Fire
� 5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� in the title.
The Roaring Days of Zora Lily
� 6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink on the cover.
� 7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel.
The Second Mrs. Astor
� 8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author.
The Sandman, Vol. 1: Preludes & Nocturnes
� 9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March in the title.
The Slow March of Light
� 10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover - flower bouquets.
Before You Knew My Name
� 11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan.
The Guest Cat
� 12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school.
Rules at the School by the Sea
� 13. Earth Day. Read an audiobook.
The Last Train to London
� 14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is hiding something.
Looking for Jane
� 15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a maid.
The Housemaid Is Watching
� 16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland.
In the Woods
� 17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book set in Africa.
Morality for Beautiful Girls
� 18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory and that has a soldier as a character.
The Paris Agent
� 19. Spring forward. Read a book that jumps back and forth in time.
Finders Keepers
� 20. Maypole. Read a book that has trees on the cover.
I'd like to sign up for 4!4/4 - Completed 4/29/2024
5. Read a book with "day� in the title - Every Day by David Levithan - Completed 4/29/2024
6. Read the first book in a series - The Talisman by Stephen King - Completed 4/14/2024
7. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love - Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell - Completed 4/26/2024
10. Read a book that you got second-hand - The Drowned Girl by Sara Blaedel - Completed 4/21/2024
Sheila from eastern NC signing on for all 20 prompts.
I'm in for 10.10/10
Challenge complete
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
The Harvest
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
The Murder Store (Wallace Mack #2)
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
The Killing League (Wallace Mack #1)
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
Big Lake Assault (Big Lake #23)
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
The Reluctant Killer (Millard Whitney #1)
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
The Forsaken
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
The Body Farm (Kay Scarpetta #5) by Patricia Cornwell
✔️ 20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
Sign me up for 6 please :)---
Tracking
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1. 5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
Ninth House
2. 3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
Pachinko
3. 4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous
4. 13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
Piranesi
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Hola!Count me in, please 😉
PROGRESS: 54/55
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✔️❎️9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
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✔️❎️15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
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✔️19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
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Welcome DebraDiggs, JennH, Lisa, Ninette, Carmen, Ashleigh, Chalmation, Sheila, Emily, Laurie, and Caraina!
I will try for 10!17/10-- Challenge Complete!
I’d like to sign up for 15 books, please!Progress 14/15
1. Goodbye winter: Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. The Reformatory
2. In your Easter bonnet: Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers: Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover. The Hacienda
4. Spring is a time of renewal: Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way. I won't cut my hair
5. Daylight Saving Time: Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved. The Angel of Indian Lake
6. Tulips and daffodils: Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. The Midnight Library
7. Love is in the air: Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. Rummet i jorden
8. Passover: Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith. Wandering Stars
9. March, April, and May: Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere. Hester
10. Farmer’s Market: Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms: Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break: Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read. Sundial
13. Earth Day: Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
14. Mardi Gras: Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans. Her Body and Other Parties: Stories
15. Spring cleaning: Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is hidden or cleared away. The Name of the Rose
16. St. Patrick’s Day: Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.�: Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand. ö
18. Memorial Day: Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember. Looking Glass Sound
19. Spring forward: Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time. Chlorine
20. Maypole: Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
I'll join for 10 books, not sure which prompts I'll be doing yet.
10/10-Completed 5/10
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. Swordheart
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover. Bryony and Roses
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued. My Killer Vacation
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. Soulless
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. A Grave Robbery
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read. Emily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover. Paladin’s Grace
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans. Paladin's Strength
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand. Bears Behaving Badly
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember. Sword-Dancer
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
10/10-Completed 5/10
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
I'll join with a goal of 5 books. Progress: 5/5�10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand. The One-In-A-Million Boy
�15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away. Dolores Claiborne
�16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.). The Wright Sister
�19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time. Lock Every Door
�20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover. Rock Paper Scissors
I'm in with 7 books.Progress: 4/7
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
Girls Like Girls
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
Seven Days: Monday–Sunday
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
Bird Box �
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
Wuthering Heights
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
Crossed �
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
Local Woman Missing �
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
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Welcome Amy, Magdalena, Saravzee, Theresa, Patricia, Gina, and Ariail!
🌷 ALL ABOUT SPRING - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
Progress: 20/20 -- COMPLETE
🌷 1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
Emily of New Moon
🌷 2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
The Home for Unwanted Girls
🌷 3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
Grandma Gatewood's Walk: The Inspiring Story of the Woman Who Saved the Appalachian Trail
🌷 4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis
🌷 5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
All the Bright Places
🌷 6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
Wise Children
🌷 7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
In Bloom: Three Delightful Love Stories Perfect for Spring Reading
🌷 8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
Dance with the Devil
🌷 9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
The Sisters from Hardscrabble Bay set in May
🌷 10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
Wolf Hollow
🌷 11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland teapot
🌷 12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
Leave No Scone Unturned
🌷 13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
Bewilderment
🌷 14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
Pudd'nhead Wilson
🌷 15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
Starling House
🌷 16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
No Time to Wave Goodbye
🌷 17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
Amelia & Me
🌷 18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
Hunting El Chapo: The Inside Story of the American Lawman Who Captured the World's Most Wanted Drug-Lord
🌷 19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
Evvie Drake Starts Over
🌷 20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
The Bear
I'm in!I'm starting with a low goal of 5, but may change this.
<5/5
🌲91. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. The Marlow Murder Club
2. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
4. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
5. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
🌲96. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. Signs of Cupidity
7. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
8. . Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
🌲9. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.) Book was first published in March Fortune's Pawn by Rachel Bach
10. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. . Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
13. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
14. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
15. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
17. Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
🌲918. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, ora book that you've read before but don't really remember. Lost Lake
🌲19. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time. These Broken Stars
20. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
Please sign me up for 5.☀ Completed: 16 / 5
☀ 1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending: happy ending: Stargazing
☀ 4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way: new beginning: The Okay Witch
☀ 5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued: saved or rescued: The Second Ending
☀ 6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series: first in series: Where the Guilty Hide
☀ 7. Love is in the air. Read any novel in which two characters are in love: Mam and Gus: The Dragons, the Giant, the Women: A Memoir
☀ 8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith: family and faith: Memphis
☀ 10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand: second hand shop: Are Women Human? Astute and Witty Essays on the Role of Women in Society.
☀ 11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover: cake: Cinderella Liberator
☀ 12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read: beach read: The Sister
☀ 13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover: audiobook: Z For Zachariah
☀ 14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans: hiding the violin: Voice of the Violin
☀ 15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away: The Mistress of Bhatia House
☀ 17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.” Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.),: Elizabeth and Fer: My Side of the River
☀ 18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember: a book about memory: Three Apples Fell from the Sky
☀ 19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time: jumps back and forth: Where There Was Fire
☀ 20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover: trees on cover: Food of Ghosts
sign me up for 1014/10
🌷1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. The Blood Card
🌷2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
🌷3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
🌷4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way. Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
🌷6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
🌷7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. The Women
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
🌷11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover. What You Are Looking For Is in the Library
🌷12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read. Erasure
🌷13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover. The Zig Zag Girl
🌷14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
🌷15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away. A Rip Through Time
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
🌷18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember. The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War
🌷19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time. Smoke and Mirrors
🌷20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover
I will try for 10Q2: All About Spring
Progress: 5/10
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
✔️6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
-- The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman (5/4)
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
✔️10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
--- The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf (4/18)
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
✔️14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
--- Oculta by Maya Motayne (4/28)
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
✔️17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
--- Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas (4/27)
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
✔️19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
--- Godsgrave by Jay Kristoff (4/30)
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
Sign me up for 8 books8/8-COMPLETED
�1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with "spring" in the title, that is set during spring, or has a happy ending.
Abracadabra, It's Spring! (27/4/24)
�5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day" or "time" in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
Time of My Life (4/6/24)
�6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
Little Brother (19/6/24)
�7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
If We Were Perfect (21/5/24)
�9. March, April and May are months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April or May anywhere (title, author's name, set in March, character name, with a parade or "march," etc.)
Dolina May (25/5/24)
�10. Farmer's Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer's market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
New Kids on the Block (18/6/24)
�12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
Sunshine Girl (1/4/24)
�13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
Discipline and Punish: The Birth of the Prison (3/4/24)
Quarterly Theme: Spring🌻 All About Spring 🌻
🌻1. Goodbye Winter.
Read a book with “spring� in the title
The First Kiss of Spring- Emily March
🌻2. In your Easter Bonnet.
Read a book with an article of clothing on the cover
Romancing Mister Bridgerton- Julia Quinn
🌻3. April showers bring May flowers.
Read a book that has flowers on the cover.
A Time to Change- Callie Langridge
🌻4. Spring is a time of renewal.
Read a book about a new beginning or starting over
Nothing Ever Happens Here- Sarah Hagger-Holt
🌻5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world.
Read a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
A Court of Mist and Fury- Sarah J. Maas
🌻6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring.
Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover
Your Place or Mine?- Portia MacIntosh
🌻7. Love is in the air.
Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
The Accidental Dating Experiment- Lauren Blakely
🌻8. Passover.
Read a book about family or faith.
The Moon Sisters- Therese Walsh
🌻9. March, April, and May are the months of spring.
Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere on the cover
The Summer Melt- Emily March
🌻10. Farmer’s Market.
Read a book set on a farm
Animal Farm- George Orwell
🌻11. Cherry blossoms.
Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
The Woman in the White Kimono- Ana Johns
🌻12. Spring break.
Read any book you think of as a beach read.
Retreat to the Spanish Sun- Jo Thomas
🌻13. Earth Day.
Read an e-book or audiobook
Second to the Right- T.S. Kinley
🌻14. Mardi Gras.
Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo- Taylor Jenkins Reid
🌻18. Memorial Day.
Read a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
Leaving Time- Jodi Piccoult
🌻19. Spring forward.
Read a book that jumps back and forth in time.
The Passage- Irina Shapiro
🌻20. Maypole.
Read a book that has trees on the cover.
The Accidental Guardian- Mary Connealy
🌻17/10
I will sign up for 7 this quarter, thanks!
I'm in! I'm thinking 75, but wanted to clarify, do we have to do each category or can we pick which categories we want to read? I have a lot of yellow cover books still on my pending list for Endometriosis Awareness Month (March, color is yellow) that I didn't get to in March and a lot of Easter themed books to read for April (pushed Easter theme to April because March was just too full of women's theme/yellow theme/Irish/St. Paddy's theme LOL)
Example:
1. Spring: set in spring.
2. Easter Bonnet: rabbits on cover
3. April Showers: flowers
6. Tulips: yellow covers
13. Earth Day: green spine/cover, ebook/audiobook
14. Mardi Gras: set in New Orleans
16. St. Patrick's Day: Set in Ireland
18. Spring Forward: set in the future
Thank you for running this challege Regina! Looking forward to this one!
oooooops. Duplicated with message #27
ALL ABOUT SPRINGDuration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
20/20
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. 🪴
12:01
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion. 🪴
The Devil Wears Prada
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover. 🪴
You Truly Assumed
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way. 🪴
The Selfless Act of Breathing
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued. 🪴
Dava Shastri's Last Day
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. 🪴
Long Shot
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. 🪴
Block Shot
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith. 🪴
Familia
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.) 🪴
Wahala
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand. 🪴
The Many Dates of Indigo
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover. 🪴
A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read. 🪴
This Could Be Us
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover. 🪴
The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans. 🪴
One Last Job
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away. 🪴
Good as Gone
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.). 🪴
Conversations with Friends
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand. 🪴
Luca
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember. 🪴
Will Grayson, Will Grayson
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time. 🪴
Wrong Place Wrong Time
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover. 🪴
At the Edge of the Universe
I will try for 10!ALL ABOUT SPRING
Duration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
There are many things that happen in spring. There is a list of common words and phrases that are associated with spring below. To participate, let the challenge leader know how many books you wish to read.
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
Sign me up for 6, please!Progress: 5/6
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
--A Court of Thorns and Roses ✔️
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
--Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy ✔️
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
--The Sea of Monsters ✔️
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
--Bride ✔️
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
--The Bane Chronicles ✔️
Progress: 16 /201. Goodbye winter. Read a book that has a happy ending The Game of Love and Death
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way. Shadow and Bone
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book where someone or something is saved or rescued Siege and Storm
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read the first book in a series Divine Rivals
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. P.S. I Still Love You
8. Passover. Read a book about family The Reappearance of Rachel Price
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)"
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm Mixed Signals
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or with a character who is a teacher My Plain Jane
13. Earth Day. Read an e-book or audiobook Scrappy Little Nobody
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book set in New Orleans. The Iron King
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away Hell's Half-Acre : The Untold Story of the Benders, America's First Serial Killer Family
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book with an author whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.) House Love: A Joyful Guide to Cleaning, Organizing, and Loving the Home You're In
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) Anna Dressed in Blood
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character Ruthless Vows
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that has trees on the cover Dear Evan Hansen
Completed 20/201. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
Seven Up by Janet Evanovich, 4/5*, 4/12/24
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson, 4/5*, 4/14/24
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
Dreams of Joy by Lisa See, 4/28/24, 4/5*4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, 4/5*, 4/7/24
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
A Cold Day for Murder by Dana Stabenow, 4/30/24, 4/5*
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
The Tombs of Atuan by Ursula K. Le Guin, 4/5*. 4/3/24
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
The Deepest of Secrets by Kelley Armstrong, 4/5*, 5/2/24
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, 5/6/24
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
The Cider House Rules by John Irving, 3/5*, 4/19/24, published in the month of May
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
The Sorrow of War by Bảo Ninh, 3/5*, 4/20/24
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See, 3/5, 5/9/24
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid, 4/5*, 5/11/24
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
76 Hours: A Novel of Tarawa, 3/5*, 4/2/2414. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
The Secret Chord by Geraldine Brooks, 4/5*, 4/11/2415. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away
A Stone is Most Precious Where it Belongs by Gulchehra Hoja, 2/5*, 4/9/24
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
The Hunter by Tana French, 5/5*, 5/4/24
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II by Sonia Purnell, 3/5*, 5/14/24
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
76 Hours: The Invasion of Tarawa36] by Eric Hammel, 3/5*, 4/2/24
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
Fellside by M.R. Carey, 4/5*, 5/17/24
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
Mrs. Mike by Benedict Freedman, 3/5*, 5/20/24
Please sign me up for 7�5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued. - Perfectly Perplexing Zombie: Wendall's Story
�6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. - I Hope This Doesn't Find You
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover. - A Tempest of Tea
�13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover. - Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Novel) Vol. 4
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans. - Brick Dust and Bones
�15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away. - The Expectant Detectives, 6/20/24
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover. - Death in the Dark Woods
Read: 4/7
I would like to sign up for 20- thanks 🙂
I think I've gotten everyone down. If your name is missing, or if I've made a mistake anywhere. please let me know. Welcome TerryJane, Karin, GailW, Allie, Marissa, Shalini, Sarah, Clara, Rachael, Anna, Word Queen, Brianna Raquel, ilovebakedgoods (Teresa), Kalyn, Gwen, Sherri, Ashly, and Jenn!
Word Queen wrote: "I'm in! I'm thinking 75, but wanted to clarify, do we have to do each category or can we pick which categories we want to read? I have a lot of yellow cover books still on my pending list for Endo..."
I am checking with the mods on this. :)
Word Queen wrote: "I'm in! I'm thinking 75, but wanted to clarify, do we have to do each category or can we pick which categories we want to read? I have a lot of yellow cover books still on my pending list for Endo..."
Okay, I got some clarification:
Each book you read may only be applied to one prompt, but you are free to read multiple (different) books for the prompts without completing all 20 of them.
More info on how the challenges work is here: Yearly, Quarterly, Monthly Challenges - Start Here
Please sign me up for all 20 prompts please and thank you!!GOAL: 16/20
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� 1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending ~ a book that has a happy ending: Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
� 3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover ~ a book that has flowers or an umbrella on the cover: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
� 4. Spring is a time of renewal ~ Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way ~ About a new beginning or starting over: Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
� 6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring ~ Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series ~ A Book with pink or yellow on the cover: Can You Keep a Secret? by Sophie Kinsella
� 7. Love is in the air ~ Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love ~ A novel in which two characters are in lover: When You Were Mine by Rebecca Serle
� 8. Passover ~ Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith ~ A book about family or faith: Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
� 10. Farmer’s Market ~ Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand ~ A book that you got secondhand: Cop Town by Karin Slaughter
� 11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover ~ A book that has something associated with tea on the cover: The Knitting Circle by Ann Hood
� 12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read ~ With a character who is a teacher: Lone Wolf by Jodi Picoult
� 13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover ~ A book with a green spine or cover: Papillon by Henri Charrière
� 14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans ~ A book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something: Dream Girl by Laura Lippman
� 15. Spring cleaning ~ Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away ~ A book where something is "cleaned up", "swept under the rug", or otherwise hidden away: Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
� 17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand ~ A book set in either Africa or New Zealand: The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver
� 18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember ~ Has a solider as a character: The Cuckoo's Calling by Robert Galbraith
� 19. Spring forward ~ Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time ~ A book that jumps back and forth in time: The Lake House by Kate Morton
� 20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover ~ A book that is set in a wood or forest: In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware
I would like to join for 10ALL ABOUT SPRING
Duration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
Progress: 17 / 10
There are many things that happen in spring. There is a list of common words and phrases that are associated with spring below. To participate, let the challenge leader know how many books you wish to read.
🌷 1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending. Jelly Bean Dreams: Small Town Holiday Romances
🌷 2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion. The Paris Dressmaker
🌷 3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover. Lady Tan’s Circle of Women
🌷 4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way. The Bucket List
🌷 5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued. American Dirt
🌷 6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series. Last Chance Books
🌷 7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love. Anna Meets Her Match
🌷 8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith. Spare Change
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
🌷 10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand. The Philadelphia Heiress
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
🌷 12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read. His Amish Sweetheart
🌷 13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover. The Heirs
🌷 14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans. Dirty Thirty
🌷 15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away. Fast Girls: A Novel of the 1936 Women's Olympic Team
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
🌷 17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand. Silent Thunder
🌷 18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember. The Last Letter
🌷 19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time. The Boy with the Star Tattoo
🌷 20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover. The One-in-a-Million Boy
Hello! I'd like to try for 6 -- thank you!
Update to msg #49: 1/6
#3 April showers bring May flowers: Read a book that has flowers on the cover. (Bury Your Dead)
🐣#8 Passover: Read a book with a Jewish main character. The Omega Project (4/2)
#12 Spring break: Read a book with a character who is a teacher. (The Teacher)
#13 Earth Day: (listen to an) audiobook. (TBD)
#14 Mardi Gras: Read a book with gold on the cover. (The Great Alone)
#19 Spring forward: Read a book that jumps back and forth in time. (The Cobra Event)
I am joining for 8, thanks!🌷 All About Spring - Quarterly Challenge 🌷
Duration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
🌷 Progress: 20/8 🌷 - COMPLETED!
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2025 Reading Challenge
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Duration: April 1 - June 30, 2024
There are many things that happen in spring. There is a list of common words and phrases that are associated with spring below. To participate, let the challenge leader know how many books you wish to read.
1. Goodbye winter. Read a book with “spring� in the title, that is set during spring, or that has a happy ending.
2. In your Easter bonnet. Read a book with a rabbit or an article of clothing on the cover, or that is about fashion.
3. April showers bring May flowers. Read a book that features a garden, or has flowers or an umbrella on the cover.
4. Spring is a time of renewal. Read a book about a new beginning or starting over, or that is related to birth or growth in some way.
5. Daylight Saving Time begins in parts of the world. Read a book with "day� or “time� in the title, or a book where someone or something is saved or rescued.
6. Tulips and daffodils are among the first flowers to bloom in spring. Read a book with pink or yellow on the cover, a book set in the Netherlands, or the first book in a series.
7. Love is in the air. Read a romance novel or any novel in which two characters are in love.
8. Passover. Read a book with a Jewish author or main character or a book about family or faith.
9. March, April, and May are the months of spring. Read any book that contains March, April, or May anywhere (title, author’s name, set in March, character name, with a parade or “march,� etc.)
10. Farmer’s Market. Read a book set on a farm, that has something you would find at a farmer’s market on the cover, or a book that you got second-hand.
11. Cherry blossoms. Read a book set in Japan or that has something associated with tea on the cover.
12. Spring break. Read a book set in a school or university, with a character who is a teacher, or any book you think of as a beach read.
13. Earth Day. Read a book related to environmentalism (fiction or nonfiction), an e-book or audiobook, or read a book with a green spine or cover.
14. Mardi Gras. Read a book with a character who is in disguise or is hiding something, a book with gold, green, or purple on the cover, or a book set in New Orleans.
15. Spring cleaning. Read a book in which a character is a housekeeper, butler, maid or gardener, or a book where something is “cleaned up,� “swept under the rug,� or otherwise hidden or cleared away.
16. St. Patrick’s Day. Read a book set in Ireland, about Irish immigrants, or with an author or character whose name is any variation of Patrick (Pat, Patricia, Patty, Paddy, etc.).
17. “In like a lion, out like a lamb.� Read a book with a character that is like a lion (strong, fierce, intimidating, etc.) or like a lamb (gentle, quiet, playful, etc.), or a book set in either Africa or New Zealand.
18. Memorial Day. Read a book about memory, that has a soldier as a character, or a book that you've read before but don't really remember.
19. Spring forward. Read a book set in the future or a book that jumps back and forth in time.
20. Maypole. Read a book that is set in a wood or forest, or that has trees on the cover.
This challenge was created by Regina, who will also be leading. Thanks Regina!