Reading Challenges Centered Around the Library

For me, the majority of these books will be found at my local library, so that is why I am putting them together.

Dewey Decimal Challenge hosted by The Introverted Reader

Challenge Details:

• Timeline: Jan 1, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012
• Levels:
• Dilettante: 1-5 non-fiction books (My level)
• Explorer: 6-10 non-fiction books
• Seeker: 11-15 non-fiction books
• Master: 16-20 non-fiction books
• Any non-fiction book, adult or young adult, counts
• Do not need to be a blogger to join.

Books:

1.  You're Already Amazing by Holley Gerth
2. Samplers and Samplermaking
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Non-Fiction (Non-Memoir) Reading Challenge hosted by My Book Retreat

Challenge Details:

• Timeline: Jan 1, 2012 - Dec 31,2012
• Sign-ups until Nov 30, 2012
• Levels:
• Elementary: 5 non-fiction books (My Level)
• Diploma: 10 non-fiction books
• Bachelor's Degree: 15 non-fiction books
• Master's Degree: 25 non-fiction books
• Following books DO NOT count: Reference books, cookbooks and instruction manuals that are not meant to be read cover to cover; Essays and articles; How-to, self-help or travel books that are not read cover to cover; Memoirs, journals and autobiographies;  Books written for children; Re-reads don't count since the point is to learn something new
• Books can be any format
• Crossovers are okay
• Not necessary to list books ahead of time
• Reviews are not required, but there will be quarterly link-up for those who do
• A wrap-up post at year end is required to be considered for the giveaway

Books:

1. You're Already Amazing by Holley Gerth
2. Samplers and Samplermaking

Library Challenge hosted by Jessica's Musings

Challenge Details:

• Timeline: Jan 1, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012
• Goal is to read 1 book per month
• There will be main challenges and mini challenges each month (these are to push you out of your comfort zone)
• Books will be fiction and non-fiction
• Crossovers are allowed
• Must complete main monthly challenge; mini challenges are optional
• Rereads are okay

Books:

1. Jan challenge - New to you author - Prophecy of the Sisters by Michelle Zink
2.  Feb challenge - Crime novel - One for the Money by Janet Evanovich
3. Mar challenge - Book about a hobby -  Samplers and Samplermaking
4. April challenge - Comedy book - 

Around the Stack in How Many Ways? Challenge hosted by Dog Ear Discs

Challenge Details:

• Timeline: Jan 1, 2012 - Dec 31, 2012
• Levels:
• Hiker: Read 5 genres
• Backpacker: Read 5-10 genres (My Level)
• Traveler: Read 10-15 genres
• Palin-esque: Read 20+ genres
• Read as many different genres as you can - list of genres can be found at host site.
• Review copies are okay to use
• Crossovers are okay
• Blog not required

Books:

1. Gothic - Prophecy of the Sisters by Michelle Zink
2. Crime/Mystery - Shore Excursion by Marie Moore
3. Thriller - Gods and Fathers by James LePore
4. Drama - Aquamarine by Carol Anshaw
5. Kids - Bubba to the Rescue by Jennifer Walker
6. Fantasy - Until Next Time by Amy Lignor
7. YA - Night Sky by Jolene Perry
8. Horror/Ghost Story - Paskagankee by Allan Leverone
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