2023 Reading Challenge - What an Animal

 

What an Animal

Reading Challenge

2023

Hosted by: Socrates' Book Reviews

To sign up click here

• Challenge runs from January 1 to December 31
  
• Pick a level
• Any format counts
• Major character MUST be or turn into an animal
  
• Challenge crossovers okay
• You can make a list of books to be read, or not
• Make a list of books read 
• reviews would be nice

Animals in the name of the book or on the cover no longer count, the animal (any kind!) must be a major character in the book

I'm going for Level 1 and hope to read 6 books.

(actually, I'm hoping to read at least ONE this year, I've got a great pile)

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6.

2021-RC What an Animal

 

What an Animal

Reading Challenge

2021

Hosted by: Socrates' Book Reviews

To sign up click here

• Challenge runs from January 1 to December 31
  
• Pick a level
• Any format counts
• Major character must be or turn into an animal
  
• Challenge crossovers okay
• You can make a list of books to be read, or not
• Make a list of books read 
• reviews would be nice

Animals in the name of the book or on the cover no longer count, the animal (any kind!) must be a major character in the book

I'm going for Level 1 and hope to read 6 books.

(actually, I'm hoping to read at least ONE this year, I've got a great pile)

1. 

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

Gina

2019 What an Animal! Reading Challenge

What an Animal

Reading Challenge

2019

Hosted by: Socrates' Book Reviews

To sign up click here

• Challenge runs from January 1 to December 31
• Pick a level
• Any format counts
• Any genre
• Challenge crossovers okay
• An animal of some kind MUST play a major role in the story line
• You can make a list of books to be read, or not
• Animal can be fiction or non-fiction, mermaid, beetles, shifter, etc... She's counting vampire as an animal 
• Make a list of books read 
• reviews would be nice

I've got a huge tbr pile of books with animal characters not to mention several shifter books I'd like to re-read. On the other hand, it's been while since I read something with an ISBN so, 

I'm going for level 1 and hope to read 6 books.

Books Read

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Challenge Complete!

~date~

Moving up a level?



Books to choose from... (possible list)

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What an Animal Reading Challenge

What an Animal

Reading Challenge

2017

Hosted at Socrates' Book Reviews
For more information or to sign up, click here

There are four levels, I'm going for 4 and hope to read 21 or more books. (Shifters!)

There are changes this year. Animals on the cover or in the title no longer count! This is actually good news because I sometimes had trouble finding "cover" or "title".

Any book read for this challenge has to have an animal that plays a major role in the book (which could be fiction or non-fiction.)
 It also counts if a main character is (or turns into) an animal (define that however you'd like). In the past, books would qualify if an animal is in the title or on the cover, but that alone no longer qualifies. This challenge is for books related to animals and just because they are in the title or on the cover, doesn't mean it's about an animal.

Basically read books that are about animals (any kind) or have animals (any kind) as main characters.
Any format, any genre, length was not mentioned. Reviews are nice but not necessary, fiction or non-fiction, crossovers to other challenges allowed.

~ Books Read ~

1. Tristan by Joyee Flynn
2. Carson by Joyee Flynn
3. Edric by Joyee Flynn
4. Lennox by Joyee Flynn
5. Dewey by Joyee Flynn
6. Vencentio by Joyee Flynn
7. Wesley by Joyee Flynn
8. Brody by Joyee Flynn
9. Romance Omega Style by Joyee Flynn
10. Sampson by Joyee Flynn
11. Baptista by Joyee Flynn
12. En Fuego by Shae Connor
13. Stray Hearts by Harper Logan
14. Sparkle and Purr by Stormy Glenn
15. Turkey in the Snow by Amy Lane*
16. Unexpected Love by Preston Walker
17. All Cats are Gray by Andre Norton
18. The Enchanted Horse by Magdalen Nabb
19. Crushed by A.R. Steele
20. Arrows of the Queen by Mercedes Lackey
21. Arrow's Flight by Mercedes Lackey
22. Dragon in Distress by Mercedes Lackey, Elisabeth Waters  

~ Challenge Complete ~

April 11

*Not actual turkeys in snow but the phrase itself is meaningful to the story line

Possibilities
Valentine Kittens
(I've got several kitten books from Zebra Regency)
Casper the Commuting Cat
The Cat Who Came Back for Christmas
Cleo: The Cat Who Mended a Family
Paws and Effect by Kelly Sofie (A Magical Cats Mystery)

RC: What an Animal IX

What an Animal

Reading Challenge

2016

hosted by Yvonne at Socrates Book Reviews
for more information and to sign up, click here

There are several levels. For 2015, I quit counting at 29! I don't know if I'll repeat that for 2016 but one of my favorite sub-genres is shifter type books ;-) Books can be any format, any genre. Animals can be real or imagined. Only books started and finished during 2016 count. Crossovers are allowed. Reviews aren't necessary but there will be a place to link up.

I'm going for Level 4 and plan to read 21 or more books. Each book must meet one of four requirements:

• there is an animal in the title of the book

• there is an animal on the cover of the book

• an animal plays a major role in the book

• a main character is (or turns into) an animal (define that however you'd like)

~ Books Read ~

1. title: Chipmunk Drizzled in Honey by Jackie Nacht
2. cover: Deck the Dire Wolves by Stephani Hecht
3. major role: The Dragon Groomer by Amber Kell
4. mc is/turns into: Hey, There's Fur in my Wedding Cake by Stephani Hecht 
5. mc is/turns into: Peanut Butter and Jelly for Two by Jackie Nacht
6. mc is/turns into: Wake Me Up Inside by Cardeno C. 
7. cover: Until Forever Comes by Cardeno C. 
8. cover: Peanuts and Wolf Fangs by Anya Byrne 
9. cover: A Paranormal Chipmunk Christmas by Jackie Nacht 
10. cover: Vet Found by Joyee Flynn 
11. title: Hot On a Chipmunk's Tail by Jackie Nacht 
12. title: A White Pine Chipmunk Invasion by Jackie Nacht  
13. mc is/turns into: How to Walk Like a Man by Eli Easton  
14. title: The Dragon Tamer by Ana Bosch 
15. title/cover/mc: Chloe the Kitten by Lily Small  
16. cover: If I Must by Amy Lane 
17. mc is/turns into: Asher's Mates by Rennie Leigh 
18. mc is/turns into: A Dragon's Dream by A.M. Halford 
19. mc is/turns into: A Cougar's Cry by A.M. Halford 
20. mc is/turns into: The Brac Pack by Lynn Hagen 
21. title: The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor by Anna J. Stewart 
22. mc is/turns into: A Fairy's Fears by A. M. Halford 

~ Challenge Complete ~

March 15

23. mc is/turns into: Casey’s Love Bite by Charlie Richards
24. cover: Catkin and Wolf Howls by Anya Byrne
25. title: The Dragon and the Wolf by Mandy Rosko

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RC - What An Animal VIII

What an Animal

Reading Challenge

2015

hosted by Yvonne at Socrates Book Reviews
for more information and to sign up, click here

There are several levels. I read a complete series (13 books) and then some for 2014. I don't know how I'll do for 2015 but my one of my favorite sub-genres seem to keep me fed shifter type books ;-)

I'm going for Level 3 and plan to read 13 or more books. Each book must meet one of four requirements:

• there is an animal in the title of the book

• there is an animal on the cover of the book

• an animal plays a major role in the book

• a main character is (or turns into) an animal (define that however you'd like)

possibility for title: Love in the Time of Dragons by Katie MacAlister

~ Books Read ~

1. title: Dragon Herder by K. M. Mahoney
2. cover: Claiming His Mate by M. Limoges
3. major role: Kekula by Jahcolyn Russell Neiman
4. mc is/turns into: Purrfect Protector by SA Welsh
5. shifter: Elder and the Youngest by Joyee Flynn
6. title: About a Dragon by A. J. Llewellyn
7. shifter: Hunting Henry by Amber Kell
8. title: Journey to Lobster Cove by Carol Lynne 
9. title: Welcome to Lobster Cove by Carol Lynne
10. shifter: Temple's Touch by Amber Kell 
11. title: Here Kitty, Kitty by Joyee Flynn
12. title: My Little Kitty by Joyee Flynn
13. cover: My Angel Cheetah by Joyee Flynn
14. title: Our Sexy Tiger by Joyee Flynn
15. major role: Quinn's Christmas Wish by Lawna Mackie 

~ Challenge Complete ~ 

April 19

16. shifter: Squeak and a Roar by Joyee Flynn
17. shifter: Sparkle and Purr by Stormy Glenn
18. title: Velvet Dragon by Sean Michael
19. shifter: Two Fangs and a Hoof by Joyee Flynn
20. shifter: Stripes and Twin Horns by Joyee Flynn
21. shifter: Scales and a Tail by Stormy Glenn
22. shifter: Fire and Ash by Gabrielle Evans
23. shifter: Myth and Mischief by Gabrielle Evans
24. cover: Fang and Fur by Stormy Glenn
25. cover: Fantasy, Legend, and The Guardian by Gabrielle Evans
26. cover: White Paws and a Dream by Stormy Glenn
27. cover: Spells and Bananas by Joyee Flynn
28. cover: Howl and Harmony by Gabrielle Evans
29. cover: Fur and Flightless by Joyee Flynn

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RC: What an Animal

What an Animal

Reading Challenge

2014

hosted at Socrates' Book Reviews
more information and sign ups, here

There are multiple levels and since I read shape shifter books, I'm going for level 3 and hope to read 13 or more books that meet the requirements.

Requirements:
1) Main character is (or turns into) an animal
2) An animal plays a major role
3) There is an animal on the cover
4) There is an animal in the title of the book

~ Books Read ~

1. main character - Caressed by Ice by Nalini Singh
2. major role - Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh
3. cover - Lara by Bertrice Small
4. title - Here Kitty, Kitty by Joyee Flynn
5. Mine to Possess by Nalini Singh
6. Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh
7. My Little Kitty by Joyee Flynn
8. Our Sexy Tiger by Joyee Flynn
9. My Angel Cheetah by Joyee Flynn
10. Kitty in the Middle by Joyee Flynn
11. Cheetah in Charge by Joyee Flynn
12. My Feisty Kitten by Joyee Flynn
13. My Spotted Dream by Joyee Flynn

~ Challenge Complete ~

January 12

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What an Animal VI

What an Animal VI

Reading Challenge

2013

hosted by Yvonne at Socrates' Book Reviews

Sign- up here


There is lots of info on the sign up post but basically, read six books during the year. Must have one of the following requirements...


 Requirements:

• there is an animal in the title of the book

• there is an animal on the cover of the book

• an animal plays a major role in the book

• a main character is (or turns into) an animal (define that however you'd like).

...yes, there are only four requirements so there will be overlap

Books Read

Title: Moosed-Up by Tiffinie Helmer
Cover: It's Not Easy Being Green by Jim Henson
Major Role: The Heart of a Hero by Janet Chapman
Main Character: Spits and Bellows by Joyee Flynn (shifters)
5. Title: To Tame a Dragon by Megan Bryce
6. Main Character: White Knight and Black Fur by Joyee Flynn (shifters)

~ Challenge Complete ~

April 28

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Challenge - What an Animal V

.... tapping my feet waiting for March 1!

What an Animal V

Mar 1, 2012- Feb 28, 2013
hosted by Yvonne at its own blog
sign up here

Check out the sign up page for complete information but the basics are:

Read six books that have an animal....on the cover, in the title, plays a major role, Main character is an animal or shifts.

Possibilities:


Books read:

1. cover - Rainshadow Road by Lisa Kleypas (butterfly)
2. title - A SEAL in Wolf's Clothing by Terry Spear (Navy SEAL wolf shifter)
3. major role cover - Liver Let Die by Liz Lipperman (duck)
4. is an animal/shifts - Squeak and a Roar by Joyee Flynn (mouse & lion shifters)
5. cover - Animal Attraction by Jill Shalvis (cat, parrot & dog)
6. cover - Animal Magnetism by Jill Shalvis (dog, goose, & pig)
7. cover - Welcome Home Cowboy by Eden Cole (horse)
8. shifts/cover/title - The Dragon & His Houseboy by Crymsyn Hart (dragon, phoenix)

9. major role - Hiss of Death by Rita Mae & Sneaky Pie (animals help protect main character)

um, I'm using Liver Let Die as major role because duck liver plays a HUGE role in the story....as in, no Foie gras, no story! I do have a new Mrs. Murphy cozy....dog and two cats with major roles! ok, ok, Liver Let Die was stretching it!

~Challenge Complete~
April 12

10. cover - Dragonsong by Anne McCaffrey (fire lizards)
11.

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Reading Challenge - Completed!

What an Animal Reading Challenge IV
March 1, 2011 and end on February 29, 2012

Challenge Completed
April 1, 2011

My original post about the challenge

Quick recap:
1. Read at least 6 books that have any of the following requirements:


a. there is an animal in the title of the book

b. there is an animal on the cover of the book

c. an animal plays a major role in the book

d. a main character is (or turns into) an animal (define that however you'd like).

Final List:
1. Title: Black Swan by Willa Okati
2. Major Role: Curiosity Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly - review
3. Cover: Stitch Me Deadly by Amanda Lee
4. Main Character: Dealing with Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede
5. Major Role: Any Witch Way by Annastaysia Savage - review
6. Title/Cover/Main Character: If a Dog could Blog by Princess Lola LeDeaux - review

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Reading Challenge - What an Animal IV

What an Animal Reading Challenge IV
March 1, 2011 and end on February 29, 2012

1. Read at least 6 books that have any of the following requirements:


a. there is an animal in the title of the book

b. there is an animal on the cover of the book

c. an animal plays a major role in the book

d. a main character is (or turns into) an animal (define that however you'd like).

There are other rules/guidelines so check out the challenge post and sign-up!


SIX books....

....Title/Main Character: Duck! by Kim Dare dang, February book

1. Title: Look What the Cat Dragged in - reading
1. Title: Black Swan by Willa Okati
3. Cover: A Crafty Killing - reading
4. Cover: Stitch Me Deadly by Amanda Lee
5. Major Role: Any Witch Way by Annastaysia Savage - review coming
5. Major Role: Curiosity Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly - reviewed
6. Main Character: Dealing with Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede

Final List:
1. Title: Black Swan by Willa Okati
2. Major Role: Curiosity Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly - reviewed
3. Cover: Stitch Me Deadly by Amanda Lee
4. Main Character: Dealing with Dragons by Patricia C. Wrede
5. Major Role: Any Witch Way by Annastaysia Savage - reviewed
6. Title/Cover/Main Character: If a Dog could Blog by Princess Lola LeDeaux - reviewed

Challenge Completed!

Title: Look What the Cat Dragged in - reading
Cover: A Crafty Killing - reading

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