The Contemps Challege!

I love challenges, but I don't think I've ever found one that was a better fit for me than The Contemps Challenge!


It's hosted by the authors over at The Contemps, a hot new website from a great group of Contemporary YA authors. To participate, check out the site HERE.

Out of the 21 books listed below, participants must read 18 before August 15, 2011.

Losing Faith by Denise Jaden

The DUFF: Designated Ugly Fat Friend by Kody Keplinger

Girl, Stolen by April Henry

Freefall by Mindi Scott

The Mockingbirds by Daisy Whitney

Fixing Delilah by Sarah Ockler

Fall for Anything by Courtney Summers

Trapped by Michael Northrop

Rival by Sara Bennett Wealer

Sean Griswold's Head by Lindsey Leavitt

Like Mandarin by Kirsten Hubbard

Family by Micol Ostow

Back When You Were Easier to Love by Emily Wing Smith

Pearl by Jo Knowles

Saving June by Hannah Harrington

The Day Before by Lisa Schroeder

Between Here and Forever by Elizabeth Scott

Small Town Sinners by Melissa Walker

Sharks & Boys by Kristen Tracey

Want to Go Private? by Sarah Darer Littman

Challenges

2011 Challenges

100+ Books Read in a Year

For challenge progress, go here.

Debut Author Challenge

For challenge progress, go here.

Wish I'd Read That Challenge

For challenge progress, go here.

Bloody Jack Challenge

For challenge progress, go here.

YA Historical Fiction Challenge

For challenge progress, go here.

The Contemps Challenge.For challenge progress go HERE.

Completed 2010 Challenges

100+ Reading Challenge

 HERE.

Debut Author Challenge

 HERE.

Young Adult Reading Challenge

 HERE.

1st in a Series Challenge

 HERE.

 

2010 Debut Author Challenge

The 2010 Debut Author Challenge is hosted by Kristi of The Story Siren. Information about the challenge can be found here. Below are the books I plan to read as part of the challenge. The list is long - which shows just how awesome those Tenner authors are! :D

1. Bleeding Violet by Dia Reeves
2. Siren by Tricia Rayburn
3. The Naughty List by Suzanne Young
4. Dirty Little Secrets by CJ Omololu
5. Brightly Woven by Alexandra Bracken
6. The Line by Teri Hall
7. All Unquiet Things by Anna Jarzab
8. The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
9. Sea by Heidi Kling
10. Guardian of the Dead by Karen Healey
11. The Rise of Renegade X by Chelsea Campbell
12. Shadow Hills by Anastasia Hopcus
13. Paranormalcy by Kiersten White
14. Other by Karen Kincy
15. Whisper by Phoebe Kitanidis
16. The Tension of Opposites by Kristina McBride
17. Mistwood by Leah Cypess
18. Everlasting by Angie Frazier
19. The Mark by Jen Nadol
20. Tell Me a Secret by Holly Cupala
21. The Iron King by Julie Kagawa
22. 13 to Life: A Werewolf's Tale by Shannon Delaney
23. Faithful by Janet Fox
24. Shade by Jeri Smith-Ready
25. The Cinderella Society by Kay Cassidy
26. Illyria by Elizabeth Hand
27. Freaksville by Kitty Keswick
28. Under My Skin by Judith Graves
29. A Match Made in High School by Kristin Walker
30. Princess for Hire by Lindsey Leavitt
31. Wish by Alexandra Bullen
32. Claire de Lune by Christine Johnson
33. Forget-Her-Nots by Amy Brecount White
34. Leaving Gee's Bend by Irene Latham
35. Tagged by Mara Purnhagen
36. Nevermore by Kelly Creagh
37. Island Sting by Bonnie Doerr
38. A Most Improper Magick by Stephanie Burgis
39. Vintage Veronica by Erica S. Perl
40. Wolves, Boys, and Other Things That Might Kill Me by Kristin Chandler
41. A Blue So Dark by Holly Schindler
42. Voices of Dragons by Carrie Vaughn
43. Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
44. Forbidden Sea by Sheila Nielson
45. Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
46. The Mockingbirds by Daisy Whitney
47. Freefall by Mindi Scott
48. Amy & Roger's Epic Detour by Morgan Matson
49. Owl Keeper by Christine Brodien-Jones
50. The Beautiful Between by Alyssa Sheinmel
51. Illyria by Elizabeth Hand
52. Wintercraft by Jenna Burtenshaw
53. God is in the Pancakes by Robin Epstein
54. A Little Wanting Song by Cath Crowley
55. The DUFF by Kody Keplinger
56. Nevermore by Kelly Creagh

2010 Support Your Local Library Challenge

J. Kaye's Book Blog is hosting this awesome challenge! I debated entering this one, but I really do have an amazing local library and this challenge gives me a way to show off just how great it is! Plus, it will cut down on book buying costs! :D Challenge details can be found below.

1. Anyone can join. You don't need a blog to participate.

--Non-Bloggers: Post your list of books in the comment section of the wrap-up post. To learn how to sign up without having a blog, click here.


2. There are four levels:
--The Mini – Check out and read 25 library books.
--Just My Size – Check out and read 50 library books.
--Stepping It Up – Check out and read 75 library books.
--Super Size Me – Check out and read 100 library books.
(Aim high. As long as you read 25 by the end of 2010, you are a winner.)

3. Audio, Re-reads, eBooks, YA, Young Reader – any book as long as it is checked out from the library count. Checked out like with a library card, not purchased at a library sale.

4. No need to list your books in advance. You may select books as you go. Even if you list them now, you can change the list if needed.

5. Crossovers from other reading challenges count.

6. Challenge begins January 1st thru December, 2010.

7. When you sign up under Mr. Linky, put the direct link to your post where your library books will be listed. Include the URL to this post so that other viewers can find this fun challenge. If you’d prefer to put your list in the sidebar of your blog, please leave your viewers the link to the sign up page. Again, so viewers can join the challenge too.
****You do NOT need to review your books. That is optional.****

Go HERE to join the challenge!

I'll be participating at the Mini Level and will be aiming to read at least 25 library books this year! :)

1. Kiss Me, Kill Me by Lauren Henderson
2. City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare
3. City of Glass by Cassandra Clare
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2010 Young Adult Reading Challenge

J. Kaye's Book Blog is the host for the 2010 YA Reading Challenge. I decided to join this challenge as a way to stay motivated and because the majority of books I read are YA. Details about the challenge can be found below.

1. Anyone can join. You don't need a blog to participate.

--Non-Bloggers: Post your list of books in the comment section of the wrap-up post. To learn how to sign up without having a blog, click here.


2. There are four levels:
--The Mini YA Reading Challenge – Read 12 Young Adult novels.
--Just My Size YA Reading Challenge – Read 25 Young Adult novels.
--Stepping It Up YA Reading Challenge – Read 50 Young Adult novels.
--Super Size Me YA Reading Challenge – Read 75 Young Adult novels.


3. Audio, eBooks, re-reads all count.

4. No need to list your books in advance. You may select books as you go. Even if you list them now, you can change the list if needed.

5. Challenge begins January 1st thru December, 2010.

6. When you sign up under Mr. Linky, put the direct link to your post where your Young Adult novels will be listed. Include the URL so that other viewers can find this fun challenge. If you’d prefer to put your list in the sidebar of your blog, please leave your viewers the link to the sign up page. Again, so viewers can join the challenge too.
****You do NOT need to review your books. That is optional.****

Go HERE to join the 2010 YA Reading Challenge @ J.Kaye's Book Blog!

I'll be participating at the Supersize Me Level and aiming to read 75 YA novels in 2010!

1. Bleeding Violet by Dia Reeves
2. Siren by Tricia Rayburn
3. The Rise of Renegade X by Chelsea Campbell
4. The Tension of Opposites by Kristina McBride
5. Captivate by Carrie Jones
6. Inside Out by Maria V. Snyder
7. Brightly Woven by Alexandra Bracken
8. The Espressologist by Kristina Springer
9. Swoon At Your Own Risk by Sydney Salter
10. The Mark by Jen Nadol
11. Undead Much? by Stacey Jay
12. Dirty Little Secrets by C.J. Omololu
13. Whisper by Phoebe Kitanidis
14. Sisters Red by Jackson Pearce
15. A Match Made in High School by Kristin Walker
16. The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
17. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
18. The Naughty List by Suzanne Young
19. Everlasting by Angie Frazier
20. Kiss Me, Kill Me by Lauren Henderson
21. Birthmarked by Caragh O'Brien
22. Tagged by Mara Purnhagen
23. Vintage Veronica by Erica S. Perl
24. Rules of Attraction by Simone Elkeles
25. City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare
26. City of Glass by Cassandra Clare
27. Going Too Far by Jennifer Echols
28. The Maze Runner by James Dashner
29. Anxious Hearts of Tucker Shaw
30. Nomansland by Lesley Hauge
31. Raised by Wolves by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
32. The Extraordinary Secrets of April, May, and June by Robin Benway
33. For Keeps by Natasha Friend
34. Shade by Jeri Smith-Ready
35. Forget You by Jennifer Echols
36. A Blue So Dark by Holly Schindler
37. Amy and Roger's Epic Detour by Morgan Matson
38. Thief Eyes by Janni Lee Simner
39. Folly by Marthe Jocelyn
40. She's So Dead to Us by Kieran Scott
41. Illyria by Elizabeth Hand
42. Glimpse by Carol Lynch Williams
43. Faithful by Janet Fox
44. Firelight by Sophie Jordan
45. Deception by Lee Nichols
46. The Summer of Skinny Dipping by Amanda Howells
47. Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
48. Forgive My Fins by Tera Lynn Childs
49. Freefall by Mindi Scott
50. The DUFF by Kody Keplinger
51. A Little Wanting Song by Cath Crowley
52. Princess of Glass by Jessica Day George
53. Perchance to Dream by Lisa Mantchev
54. Sea Change by Aimee Friedman
55. A Spy in the House by Y.S. Lee
56. Only the Good Spy Young by Ally Carter
57. The Body at the Tower by Y.S. Lee
58. Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
59. Paranormalcy by Kiersten White
60. Other by Karen Kincy
61. The View from the Top by Hillary Frank
62. Tell Me a Secret by Holly Cupala
63. Will Grayson, Will Grayson by David Levithan and John Green
64. Angelfire by CA Moulton
65. The Julian Game by Adele Griffin
66. Accomplice by Eireann Corrigan
67. The Karma Club by Jessica Brody
68. Aces Up by Lauren Barnholdt
69. Stalker Girl by Rosemary Graham
70. The Eternal Ones by Kristin Miller
71. Winter Longing by Tricia Mills
72. The Mockingbirds by Daisy Whitney
73. Dangerous Neighbors by Beth Kephart
74. Her and Me and You by Lauren Strasnick
75. Dash and Lily's Book of Dares by David Levithan and Rachel Cohn
76. The Absolute Value of -1 by Steve Brezenoff
77. Fixing Delilah by Sarah Ockler
78. Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare
79. Personal Demons by Lisa Derochers
80. Enthusiasm by Polly Shulman
81. Confessions of the Sullivan Sisters by Natalie Standiford
82. Dark Song by Gail Giles
83. Low Red Moon by Ivy Devlin
84. Where the Truth Lies by Jessica Warman
85. Fall for Anything by Courtney Summers
86. Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
87. Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick
88. Tyger, Tyger by Kersten Hamilton
89. Crash Into Me by Albert Borris
90. Invisible Things by Jenny Davidson
91. Matched by Ally Condie
92. Not That Kind of Girl by Siobhan Vivian
93. The Lonely Hearts Club by Elizabeth Eulberg
94. Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta
95. Infinite Days by Rebecca Maizel
96. The Ghost and the Goth by Stacey Kade
97. Sea by Heidi R. Kling
98. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
99. Graffiti Moon by Cath Crowley
100. Nevermore by Kelly Creagh
101. Please Ignore Vera Deitz by A.S. King
102. Tempestuous by Lesley Livingston
103. Delirium by Lauren Oliver
104. Finnikin of the Rock by Melina Marchetta

1st in a Series Challenge!

Royal Reviews is hosting the 1st in a Series Challenge for 2010! I'm really excited about this challenge, as I love finding new series to read! Below are the Challenge details.

Challenge Guidelines:

1. Anyone can join. You don't need a blog to participate.
--Non-Bloggers: Include your information in the comment section.


2. There are four levels:


-- Curious– Read 3 novels that are first in a series.
-- Fascinated – Read 6 novels that are first in a series.
-- Addicted – Read 12 novels that are first in a series.
-- Obsessed – Read 20 novels that are first in a series.


3. Any genre counts.


4. You can list your books in advance or just put them in a wrap up post. If you list them, feel free to change them as the mood takes you.


5. Challenge begins January 1st thru December, 2010.


6. When you sign up under Mr. Linky, put the direct link to the post about the 1st in a Series Challenge. Include the URL so that other participants can find join in and read your reviews and post.

Go HERE to join the challenge!

I'm going to participate at the ADDICTED level and aim to read 12 books that are 1st in a series.

1. The Rise of Renegade X by Chelsea Campbell
2. Siren by Tricia Rayburn
3. Mona Lisa Awakening by Sunny
4. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
5. The Naughty List by Suzanne Young
6. Shade by Jeri Smith-Ready
7. She's So Dead to Us by Kieran Scott
8. A Spy in the House by Y.S. Lee
9. The Eternal Ones by Kristen Miller
10. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
11. Infinite Days by Rebecca Maizel
12. The Ghost and the Goth by Stacey Kade
13. Matched by Ally Condie
14. Tyger Tyger by Kersten Hamilton
15. Nevermore by Kelly Creagh

2010: 100+ Reading Challenge

This coming year I'll be participating in J.Kaye's 100+ Reading Challenge - for the first time! To stay on track with my blog and reading next year, I am going to be joining quite a few challenges. I'm hoping that this will keep me motivated!

Details about the challenge and signups can be found here!

1. Bleeding Violet by Dia Reeves (1/2)
2. Captivate by Carrie Jones (1/4)
3. Siren by Tricia Rayburn (1/6)
4. The Rise of Renegade X by Chelsea Campbell (1/6)
5. The Tension of Opposites by Kristina McBride (1/6)
6. Inside Out by Maria V. Snyder (1/7)
7. Brightly Woven by Alexandra Bracken (1/8)
8. The Espressologist by Kristina Springer (1/14)
9. Swoon At Your Own Risk by Sydney Salter (1/16)
10. The Mark by Jen Nadol (1/17)
11. Undead Much? by Stacey Jay (1/21)
12. Shadow Hills by Anastasia Hopcus(1/??)
13. The Line by Teri Hall (1/30)
14. A Match Made in High School by Kristin Walker (2/1)
15. Dirty Little Secrets by C.J. Omololu
16. Whisper by Phoebe Kitanidis
17. Sisters Red by Jackson Pearce
18. The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson
19. The Rules of Attraction by Simone Elkeles
20. Mona Lisa Awakening by Sunny
21. Tempt Me At Twilight by Lisa Kleypas
22. Kiss Me, Kill Me by Lauren Henderson
23. The Naughty List by Suzanne Young
24. Everlasting by Angie Frazier
25. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
26. Birthmarked by Caragh O'Brien
27. Tagged by Mara Purnhagen
28. Vintage Veronica by Erica S. Perl
29. Thief Eyes by Janni Lee Simner
30. A Blue So Dark by Holly Schindler
31. Amy & Roger's Epic Detour by Morgan Matson
32. Shade by Jeri Smith-Ready
33. Forget You by Jennifer Echols
34. Jump by Elisa Carbone
35. Folly by Marthe Jocelyn
36. She's So Dead to Us by Kieran Scott
37. The Extraordinary Secrets of April, May, and June by Robin Benway
38. Illyria by Elizabeth Hand
39. Glimpse by Carol Lynch Williams
40. Forgive My Fins by Tera Lynn Childs
41. Firelight by Sophie Jordan
42. Faithful by Janet Fox
43. Perchance to Dream by Lisa Mantchev
44. Freefall by Mindi Scott
45. The DUFF by Kody Keplinger
46. Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
47. Deception by Lee Nichols
48. The Summer of Skinny Dipping by Amanda Howells
49. Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
50. The Mockingbirds by Daisy Whitney
51. The Julian Game by Adele Griffin
52. Stalker Girl by Rosemary Graham
53. The Eternal Ones by Kristin Miller
54. Winter Longing by Tricia Mills
55. Aces Up by Lauren Barnholdt
56. The Karma Club by Jessica Brody
57. Angelfire by CA Moulton
58. Accomplice by Eireann Corrigan
59. Will Grayson, Will Grayson by John Green & David Levithan
60. Tell Me a Secret by Holly Cupala
61. The View from the Top by Hillary Frank
62. Paranormalcy by Kiersten White
63. Other by Karen Kincy
64. A Spy in the House by Y.S. Lee
65. A Body at the Tower by Y.S. Lee
66. Sea Change by Aimee Friedman
67. Only the Good Spy Young by Ally Carter
68. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
69. A Little Wanting Song by Cath Crowley
70. Princess of Glass by Jessica Day George
71. Dangerous Neighbors by Beth Kephart
72. Her and Me and You by Lauren Strasnick
73. Dash and Lily's Book of Dares by David Levithan and Rachel Cohn
74. The Absolute Value of -1 by Steve Brezenoff
75. Fixing Delilah by Sarah Ockler
76. Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare
77. Personal Demons by Lisa Derochers
78. Enthusiasm by Polly Shulman
79. Love in the Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas
80. An Offer from a Gentleman by Julia Quinn
81. Confessions of the Sullivan Sisters by Natalie Standiford
82. Dark Song by Gail Giles
83. Low Red Moon by Ivy Devlin
84. Where the Truth Lies by Jessica Warman
85. Fall for Anything by Courtney Summers
86. Nightshade by Andrea Cremer
87. Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick
88. Tyger Tyger by Kersten Hamilton
89. Crash Into Me by Albert Borris
90. Invisible Things by Jenny Davidson
91. Matched by Ally Condie
92. The Lover's Dictionary by David Levithan
93. Not That Kind of Girl by Siobhan Vivian
94. The Lonely Hearts Club by Elizabeth Eulberg
95. Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta
96. Infinite Days by Rebecca Maizel
97. Sea by Heidi R. Kling
98. The Ghost and the Goth by Stacey Kade
99. Graffiti Moon by Cath Crowley
100. Nevermore by Kelly Creagh
101. Please Ignore Vera Deitz by A.S. King
102. Tempestuous by Lesley Livingston
103. Delirium by Lauren Oliver
104. Finnikin of the Rock by Melina Marchetta