Yes! I’ve done it! Finished my first challenge and just in a few days before the deadline, October 31st.
I read a total of five books. See my list here. Perhaps, I shall add to the list next time around. Because of this challenge, I’ve discovered two authors I’ve added to my roster of favorites. I’ve rated my best reads for this challenge to be The Glass Books of the Dream Eaters by Gordon Dalhquist and The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova. These novels are so original they are just in a league of their own.
It was a great experience and a lot of fun immersing myself in the gothic / horror genre. Next year will certainly see me in the R.I.P. challenge again, if only to get my hands on their next beautiful logo. Tee hee! 
My thanks to Stainless Steel Droppings for developing and hosting this annual event.
And to all of you:
November 1, 2009 at 11:20 am
Hard to believe it’s over!
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congratulations on finishing RIP.. it’s always a great challenge!
November 4, 2009 at 12:33 pm
I know! It’s over too soon! Fun often is.
November 3, 2009 at 10:59 am
Maaaaaan! I didn’t know there was a challenge like this. Would have loved to join. Will definitely join if the challenge runs again next year
November 4, 2009 at 12:34 pm
Mark your calendar! This runs from September somethin’ to October 31st.
November 6, 2009 at 4:26 pm
Congrats on finishing the challenge! I’ve heard so many good things about THE GLASS BOOKS OF THE DREAM EATERS. I’m going to have to get my hands on a copy.
November 7, 2009 at 4:35 am
If you like steampunk, please do! It’s a chunky read but you’ll enjoy every minute of it.