Another stumble on a reading challenge that’s right up my alley — Fall Into Reading 2009 is just the right push to get me to clean up what’s On The Shelf this year to feature fresh books for 2010. I may not be able to read all, but this challenge will force me to get most of it into my head and out of the way.
Fall Into Reading 2009 book challenge is a low- to-no-pressure self competition hosted by Callapidder Days. The whole point is to have fun while getting some reading done.
The challenge runs from September 22 – December 20 (the Fall Season in North America).
Anyone is free to join anytime. There are no minimum number of books to read. The whole goal is just : read a book and enjoy it!
Sounds good? Find out more here.
This challenge comes with prizes! However, this is only for those residing in the U.S. or Canada. :( Awww……
No matter, this should help a lot of us lop off some from our towering TBR piles now, wouldn’t it?
For this challenge, I’ll be reading :
1. The 5th Witch — Graham Masterton
2. The Ghost of Flight 401 — John G. Fuller ![]()
3. The Shack —- William P. Young
4. Exile —- Richard North Patterson ![]()
5. Avalon —- Anya Seton ![]()
6. Confessions of An Ugly Stepsister — Gregory Maguire ![]()
7. Tongue in Chic ——- Cristina Dodd ![]()
8. The Historian ——– Elizabeth Kostkova ![]()
Three books also figure in my R.I.P. IV Reading Challenge. Who says I can’t hit two birds with one stone?
Alrighty, here I go….
November 12 ….
Finished the last book, Avalon, in the above list; but it’s too early to deem this challenge done. So far, this challenge has been quite enjoyable. I’m glad I’ve achieved my reading goals with lots of time to reach for more. So, I’m adding two more books which have been forever in my TBR pile:
Second Nature —- Alice Hoffman ![]()
The Witch of Cologne — Tobsha Learner ![]()
September 25, 2009 at 2:07 am
Oh my goodness! The Shack! I’ve always wondered about that book. I can’t wait for your review. Although, if it even hints of being spiritual or self-help, I’ll probably skip it altogether.
I’m sure you’ll enjoy The Historian, Jo! It’s a lengthy novel, but it’s very, very, VERY satisfying. Tip: Turn ALL the lights on when you read the book. You never know what will creep up on you.
September 25, 2009 at 9:24 am
I hope The Shack is as great as it was hyped up to be. Reading it now.
Ooooh..about the Historian..I’m moving it up my reading list. Sounds really creepy. I was sort of saving it for last ’cause of the length. But now I’m really interested in it after your comment.
September 25, 2009 at 3:06 pm
Well, The Historian by Elisabeth Kostova was a big disappointment to me.
But I still hope, you’ll like it.
Happy Reading!
September 26, 2009 at 3:18 pm
Thanks! I hope it won’t be but I’m just going to enjoy this challenge.
September 29, 2009 at 1:27 am
Ahh, the Historian is also on my list. Think I’ll remember Peter’s suggestion to leave all the lights on while reading.
Great list. Happy reading.
September 30, 2009 at 6:38 am
Oh great! It’ll be fun reading each other’s reviews.
September 29, 2009 at 8:29 pm
I have “The Shack” but have yet to read it. Everyone has very different opinions. Enjoy your challenge!
September 30, 2009 at 6:43 am
Thanks, Mimi! I’m almost through and I know what you mean by different opinons. This is one book that can definitely illicit strong reactions.
October 13, 2009 at 4:39 am
I came across the Fall Into Reading link party today and decided to take a look.
I’ve been looking for some book suggestions to add to my autumn book reading list.
October 13, 2009 at 3:17 pm
HI, Rona! Thanks for stopping by. Hope you found something.