Hey Everyone,
We’re almost at the end of the Written Summer Reading Challenge which ends September 15th. For those not IN THE KNOW, Written Magazine its 30 Books in 90 Days Challenge June 15th and RAWSISTAZ members & site visitors joined in the challenge.
So, with not quite a week left in the challenge, where are you? (You don’t have to repost your entire list, but do let us know how many books you’ve read and/or how many you’ve read since the last update.
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This year I am behind. I’ve finished 17 books out of 31. I’ll probably finish maybe 5 more before the end. Not sure I’ll make it this year…Sigh! Maybe…we will see.
Trina
Trina, it’s so good to see you here, sis. Thanks so much for stopping by. I really loved the list you did earlier this summer for WRITTEN. I see you still read a wide-range of books and that is so refreshing to see. Stop by again soon!
-Tee
I just updated my list today and the grand total is 63 read and few more titles that I’m working on. To think, it had been a while since I last read a book before I began reading again in April of this year.
Woo hoo for you, Jaime! I am so jealous though…lol.
-Tee
Go Jaime….Go Jaime….showoff!!! LOL!!!
I know, right? LOL.
I’ve read 21 books for the 30 books in 90 day challenge. Not sure if I will make the last 9 but I am going to give it a good try.
This is wonderful, Paula. I think the great thing is that you get to read books you’ve wanted to read for a while, but didn’t take the time.
-Tee
I’m on Book 10 and saddened that I wasn’t able to read more. It amazes me how I could read 6-10 books a month, yet now I can’t even get in a good 2-3. I am grateful though as I did take some time and simply read over the past two months. I won’t make the 30, but I will probably keep my list and try to finish those books during the remaining months of the year.
-Tee
Tee when the twins were still in the crib I could barely pick up a book. THeir first year I did not even read for my own book club so 10 is a great accomplishment with 2 little readers RAWSISTAZ your clients, reviewers . . . . . . LOL
I’m on book 27 now. Not sure if I’ll make it though.
Girl, you’re right there!
I am on book 19, sorry won’t make it. When is the last day?
The 15th is the last day.
I knew I could not read 30 books in 90 days. So I strived to read as many as I could. I have attempted about 15 books and I am on books 12 & 13. I usually average a book every two weeks so that is good. My best average was 2 books a week. That has been years ago.
I have been sick the last few weeks and reading has been little to none. As I feel better, I am realizing how I don’t appreciate the sight I have and the brain I have to read and comprehend. I am learning not to take being able to read for granted.
Sorry to hear you’ve been sick, Shai! I hope you’re doing better.
-Tee
I only made it [almost] half way through, but will continue to finish my list after the 15th! This was so enjoyable : ) Here’s what I’ve read so far:
The Girl With Golden Shoes Colin Channer
The Associate John Grisham
Trading Dreams at Midnight Diane McKinney Whetstone
Handle With Care Jodi Piccoult
You Gotta Sin to Get Saved JD Mason
Orange Mint and Honey Carleen Brice
Gather Together in My Name Tracy Price- Thompson
Sisters & Husbands Connie Briscoe
Too Little, Too Late Victoria Christopher Murray
Belle (read Topaz instead and loved it!) Beverly Jenkins
A Mercy Toni Morrison
Dying for Revenge Eric Jerome Dickey
Keep the Faith Faith Evans
I am so proud of myself I manage to read 15 books finished the last one just yesterday just in time for the deadline. Despite a reading slump and a family tragedy that had me a bit out of it for a bit I did not too bad. If I had been able to concentrate I would have done better. Here is my completed list.
1) 7th Heaven by James Patterson – 4
Sleepless in Scotland – Karen Hawkins – 3
2) All of Me by Venice Berry – 5
3) And Mistress Makes Three by Francis Ray – 4
4) Sunday Brunch by Norma L Jarrett – 4
5) Haunted by Kelley Armstrong – 4
6) Blue Dahlia by Nora Roberts – 4
7) Promises In Death by JD Robb – 3.5
9) So Still The Night by Kim Lenox – 3
10) This Duchess of Mine by Eloise James – 4
11) Highland Warrior by Monica McCarty – 4
12) Stolen by Kelley Armstrong – 4.5
13) The Goodhouse by Tanarative Due – 4.5
14) Shadowmagic by John Lenahan – 5
15) Full Bodied Charmer by Marilyn Lee 3.5
I’m Finished!!!!! I read my last book about 2am Wednesday morning.
I made it to book 27!!
Well, I didn’t even come close to making it, but I did get in some books I’ve been wanting to read. Hopefully next year, I’ll make it.
I remember being able to read 2-3 books per week and now look at me. Sigh…
*Not on original list
1. The Best of Everything by Kimberla Roby (Fiction)
2. God Only Knows by Xavier Knight (Christian fiction)
3. Gather Together in My Name by Tracy Price-Thompson (Fiction)
4. Ramblings – Volume 1: A Blogged Book by Angelia Menchan Vernon (Poetry)
5. Mr. HIV by I. B. Freeman (Fiction)*
6. Dork Diaries: Tales from a NOT-SO-Fabulous Life by Rachel Renee Russell (Middle Grade Fiction)
7. Something She Can Feel by Grace Octavia (Fiction)*
8. Dark Child by Travis Hunter (Fiction)
9. Intimate Seduction by Brenda Jackson (Romance)
10. The Long Fall by Walter Mosley (Mystery)
11. Mama DownThe Bayou (Non-Fiction: Cookbook & Event Planning Guide)*
I didn’t finish the challenge but I was close. I finished 20 of the 30 with some changes to the book list here and there.
When I first posted my list I said I had the right to change it …and I did. I read about 30 books though…Here is my final list…
Education Reform by Carletta D. Washington – 4
What is Your Self-Worth by Cheryl Saban – 5
Sweet Deception by Patricia Sargeant – 4
Gather Together in My Name by Tracy Price-Thompson – 5
Sins of the Father by Angela Benson – 5
Let Go by Sheila Walsh – 4
Down Home With the Neely’s by Patrick and Gina Neely – 5
The Suburban Dragon by Garasamo Maccagnone – 5
Sylvia’sFamily Soul Food Cookbook by Slyvia Woods and Family – 5
Till Debt do Us Part by Michelle Larks – 4
Not Guilty of Love by Pat Simmons – 5
Read and Share Bible by Gwen Ellis – 4.5
Ruby’s Diary: Reflections on All I’ve Lost and Gained by Ruby Gettinger – 4
Queen Vernita Visits the Blue Ice Mountains by Dawn Menge – 3
Seven Steps to Healthy Natural Hair; written for Black women, by a Black woman
by Michanna Talley – 4
DUBIOUS by Tina Brooks McKinney – 4.5
Baron Thinks Dogs Are People Too! by Laurie Dean – 4
Davey BigHead: Dream Big by Peter J. Hayden – 5
Reflections of a Mississippi Magnolia-A Life in Poems by Patricia Neely-Dorsey – 5
The Gourmet Prescription for Low-Carb Cooking by Deborah Friedson Chud – 4
Make Your Life Prime Time: How to Have It All Without Losing Your Soul by Maria Celeste Arraras – 4
Bullies Never Win by Margery Cuyler -3
From Demo to Delivery (The Mastering Music Series) by Russ Hepworth-Sawyer – 4
Maneater by Mary B. Morrison – 5
Michelle Obama in her Own Words: The Views and Values of America’s First Lady
by Michelle Obama – 5
Surrender Your Heart by Melissa Wathington – 5
Too Much of a Good Thing Ain’t Bad by Clarence Nero – 5
Style, Naturally: The Savvy Shopping Guide to Sustainable Fashion and Beauty
by Summer Rayne Oakes – 4
Leaders Make the Future: Ten New Leadership Skills for an Uncertain World (Bk Business)
by Bob Johansen – 3
Learn Adobe Photoshop CS4 by Video: Core Training in Visual Communication
by Video2Brain – 5
My Son’s Wife (Urban Christian) by Shelia E. Lipsey – 5
Triptych by Wendy Coakley-Thompson – 5
You Gotta Sin to Get Saved by J. D. Mason – 5
15-Minute Low-Carb Recipes: Instant Recipes for Dinners, Desserts, and More
by Dana Carpender – 5
Rachael Ray Express Lane Meals: What to Keep on Hand, What to Buy Fresh for the Easiest-Ever 30-Minute Meals by Rachael Ray- 5
Twisted Lies- the novel by sophie jones – 5
Twisted Lies 2- the novel by sophie jones – 4
10-10-10: A Life-Transforming Idea by Suzy Welch – 3
The Pastor’s Wife Does Cry! by Lady Bea Morgan – 3
Yes, I Can Set My House in Order! by Keith K. Carter – 5
Dear Success Seeker: Wisdom from Outstanding Women by Michele R. Wright – 5
I didn’t come close to finishing either, I was doing great in the beginning. But, I got next year to do it again and do better! Lol. I saw so many new books and books I had not read. I was over excited. I think I checked out all the AA authors at my local library, but bedside was filled with books up the wall.