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aperfectmjk

Joined July 2020

“Books are like puppies, they wait for you with unconditional love and welcome you back whenever you return.” ― J.D. Barker
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Here's just the start of my watch list for #Scarathlon. We no longer have YouTubeTV, so I'm stuck with just streaming for now. Using some free streaming apps and the few we still pay for.

I'll probably end up making a bingo card this weekend.

@LiseWorks @Clwojick @StayCurious

LiseWorks Yeah, most of the stuff I watch this timenofnyear is on Netflix, which we don't have anymore. So we rely on satellite, and the strike from writers made everything late. 7h
Reggie Tubi is free and has a great selection of horror movies. And even on just plain old Yourube I think you can watch Stephen King‘s 6 hr The Stand miniseries and It and Needful Things. 34m
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The List | Michael Brissenden
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Clwojick 🧡💜🖤 14h
LiseWorks There is a pumpkin 🎃 🍩 donut? I want to see that photo for sure. 7h
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I've been trying to get a list together for #Scarathlon, but with all the readathons and different prompts, I think I'm overwhelming myself, so I'm just going to go with this and see how it turns out.

#TeamCryptKeepers #Bookspinbingo #TBR @Clwojick @StayCurious @LiseWorks

Clwojick I‘m just looking at all the bingo boards now, and I‘m glad I already put together my TBR and didn‘t over analyze my list for once. There‘s so many boards and prompts to play off of, that I‘m sure I‘ll get some hits no matter what I read! 🤓 I‘m also making a picture book list ☺️ 2d
LiseWorks Yeah, I'm with you. I'm trying to pick only the ones that I like, and yep, do not overwelm yourself. This is supposed to be a fun event. 😉 1d
PuddleJumper I pick the books and then see if they fit the bingo boards. There are some prompts I'm never going to get but it's still fun and can earn a few extra points 1d
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Here's the bingo board for #LittenListen. This is not required to participate in #LittenListen. This can be used for added points in #Scarathlon23, 20 points per finished line and 100 points for finishing the board. You cannot the same title for multiple prompts.

@Clwojick @StayCurious @AllDebooks @julieclair @AnnR @CatLass007 @vonnie862 @Read4life @ElizaMarie @LiseWorks

AnnR Looks great! Thanks for taking the time to create a bingo board. 🎧🎃🍁 5d
AllDebooks Oooh that's great, thanks 😊 5d
Read4life Love this! Thank you. 5d
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vonnie862 Sweet! Thanks!!! 5d
AllDebooks I did a bit of research and came across this great list 🖤🎃🖤 https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/music/g29613730/best-horror-podcasts/ 4d
LiseWorks I have a question 🤔. You can use the same title for different prompts or you can't use the same title for different prompts? 4d
aperfectmjk @LiseWorks you cannot. I know some people have their bingo games set to where you can. The idea however, is that you're reading more books, to get more points. 4d
LiseWorks Ha! This will be hard for me as I find it so much fun to see how many spots I can get for one book 📖 4d
julieclair Thank you for this! I love bingo boards. And perhaps getting a bingo will be the method I use to decide among the way-too-many books I plan to listen to in October. 😆🎃 4d
Allylu Thank you! I have been watching for this! Yay! 🥳📚🎃🧙🎶🎧 1d
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#TeamCryptKeepers #Scarathlon @LiseWorks @Clwojick @StayCurious

1. I have been using this username for years, it's a combination of one of my favorite bands/singers... A Perfect Circle and then the initials for Maynard James Keenan.
2. Thrillers/Mysteries
3. Fall
4. Yes
5. U.S. (State of Ohio)
6. I love to paint, though no formal training. I own over 1,000 books. I have two cats, no kids. Favorite authors are J.D. Barker and Loreth Anne White.

LiseWorks Wow, that's a lot of books 📚 1w
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Next month our city hosts a festival called Operation Pumpkin. I'm painting some rocks to leave behind for others to find. It's a pretty big festival that draws people from all over. I'm hoping to bring some smiles to the people who stumble upon these.

#kindnessrocks #rockinghamiltonohio #operationpumpkin

julesG Wow! The attention to detail! 2w
5feet.of.fury So cute! Those look awesome 2w
aperfectmjk @julesG thanks! That's probably why it takes me so long to complete just one rock. 🤣 2w
aperfectmjk @5feet.of.fury thanks so much! 😘 2w
peanutnine Gorgeous! 2w
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Hi everyone! I know I've been a bit MIA these past few months, but don't you worry. #LittenListen will be back again this year to accompany #Scarathlon as usual. The only requirement for this readathon is that you're listening to an audiobook.

I'm working on getting a bingo board (which will be optional) together, so stay tuned.

@Clwojick @StayCurious @LitsyEvents

AnnR Sounds like fun! 😀🎧 Thanks for hosting. 2w
CatLass007 Since I almost exclusively listen to audiobooks, this seems like a good idea. Do we have to sign up or does posting this comment serve as enrollment? 2w
aperfectmjk @CatLass007 no sign up necessary. You'll just use #LittenListen in your posts. Especially if you're participating in #Scarathlon as participating in multiple readathons earns you additional points. 2w
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CatLass007 Thanks for the info. And thanks for hosting. 2w
vonnie862 Woot! 2w
Read4life Love it! 2w
StayCurious Yay! 2w
ElizaMarie Ooo I‘m intrigued 2w
Clwojick Amazing!!! 2w
AllDebooks Sounds good, pleaae add me to taglist x 2w
julieclair Yay! I‘m in for sure! (edited) 2w
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Here Comes Fall! | Cassia T Redimere
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Fall is coming! It occurred to me that it means #Scarathlon is also right around the corner. While I haven't given up on my reading entirely, it has been hard for me to put my focus and heart into it. I haven't been able to plan my reading in months. I think #Scarathlon is exactly what I need.

@Clwojick @StayCurious Thank you ladies. 😘

Clwojick Excited to have you! 1mo
LiseWorks Those are awesome 1mo
MartinaLove So cute!!! 1mo
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Finished my July #ispybingo. I was able to double up on a lot of the prompts.

@Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

LiseWorks Well done! I'm still trying to get Lasher done by Anne Price, so I didn't even get a spot on this bingo 🙃 3mo
TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! That's fantastic!!! 3mo
Clwojick Wooow! We‘ll done! 3mo
MatchlessMarie You crossed my mind today. I was glad to see the update about your job and your painting. Hope things are continuing to go well for you 📚🌈✨ 1mo
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The best part about getting back to my painting is not only am I finding more creativity, but I'm flying through audiobooks. Almost back on track with my yearly goal. Only 1 book behind now.

julesG 😍😍😍 3mo
LiseWorks I love those tea cups 3mo
Roary47 These are so cute!!! 3mo
5feet.of.fury So cute! 3mo
Read4life Love them! 💙💙 3mo
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Hi everyone! Sorry I've been away for so long. For the sake of time, basically things have not been good at work. It was literally changing me, affecting my everything to the point where I finally broke down and quit a couple weeks ago. I've never quit a job in my life, but it was for the best.

Now I'm just getting back to being me... audiocrafting and focusing on my mental health until I start my new job in a couple of weeks.

aperfectmjk Thanks to everyone who reached out. ❤️ 3mo
Ruthiella So glad things are looking up! Glad to have you back. ❤️ 3mo
aperfectmjk @Ruthiella thank you. I'm slowly getting back to feeling like myself. It's so weird, it's like I was in a different timeline for months and now I'm back in my own reality. Like Alice falling down the rabbit hole. 3mo
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks So happy to see you back! Love your artwork! 3mo
TrishB Glad you‘re feeling a bit more on top of things! That sounds awful. 3mo
LiseWorks Sometimes, it's hard to make decisions like this, but in the long run, it is so worth it to think of yourself first. I have had to make that very same decision in my life. Good luck with your new job. I love your art. 3mo
Meshell1313 Sounds like you did the right thing! 🩷🩷 3mo
Roary47 I‘m glad you left the toxic job to work on you! Mental health and happiness always comes first. I hope your new job brings you peace and happiness. 💛 3mo
Tamra I‘ve been there and the leap is a difficult decision but YAY!! so necessary for your well being. I applaud your courage and you will do the same in time. 3mo
Read4life I‘m glad to hear you‘re doing better. Love your paintings. Continue to take care of yourself 💙 3mo
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@Laughterhp here are your picks for #trappedonanisland. I absolutely loved The Travelling Cat Chronicles. It gave me the worst book hangover.

Enjoy!

Laughterhp Thanks!! Can‘t wait to dive into these!! 6mo
Read4life Malina, just checking in. I‘ve noticed you haven‘t posted recently & I just wanted to see if you‘re ok. Thinking of you 💙 5mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Sorry for the delay. I was finally able to get logged into Litsy on my desktop.

Please make sure that you get your picks posted as soon as you can. Because of my personal issues and technical difficulties, I've already caused a delay and I want people to be able to plan their reading as quickly as possible. I'm sorry everyone. Thanks for your support, it means the world.

Bear with me while I get our matches posted.

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PuddleJumper I've got my niece today so won't get a chance to do anything until she's in bed 6mo
TheAromaofBooks Yay!! Thank you!! 6mo
PuddleJumper All done! Thanks! 6mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Last call for #Trappedonanisland. Matches will be sent later today. Sorry for my absent lately on Litsy. I'm really having a difficult time at work and it's consuming a lot of my energy, it's spilling into my personal life. Pray for me everyone, something has to change.

PuddleJumper You're doing great, really appreciate you doing the challenge. Give yourself a break and let us know if we can do anything to help or if you need a break 6mo
Read4life Sorry things are so rough right now. Please let me know if I can help in any way with this. We appreciate you organizing this fun challenge. 6mo
MatchlessMarie So sorry to hear about your work struggles. I work in HR myself. I really hope things improve 🤗 🧡 6mo
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Clwojick I‘ve been there, and it sucks. Hopefully it gets better for you soon, and you can get back to reading, and what you love.❤️ Message me if you need help with anything on Litsy. I‘m happy to help. ❤️ 6mo
julieclair Sure do hope things improve for you at work. Stress and long hours are so dispiriting. Thank you for taking the time to keep this challenge going. It is so much fun. But please let us know how we can help if you feel ready for a break. 💙📚💙 6mo
aperfectmjk Sorry everyone... I've been trying to get matches sent out, but I can't get signed into Litsy on my desktop. For some reason it can't connect to the Facebook app and that's how I sign in. I'll check again in the morning. 6mo
TheAromaofBooks No worries!! If you need to take a month or two off from assigning this challenge, do so!! Sometimes you just have to cut back on extracurricular stuff while life gets sorted!! 6mo
CSeydel ❤️❤️ 6mo
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Has anyone ever worked for a micromanager? It's having a devastating effect on my team and myself. So much so that I finally went to HR. I have never in my professional career had to lodge a formal complaint, but here I am.

Lord, please give me the strength to protect my team and see them and myself through this. 🙏

AmyG Good luck. 6mo
Reggie Oof good luck. 6mo
Ruthiella Yes, I have. I feel for you! ❤️ 6mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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#Trappedonanisland starts April 1st... no joke! We're hoping you'll join us. Got a huge TBR pile and not sure what to read? Let someone help you decide!

- Those who would want to participate will create a shelf on their Goodreads called "trapped on an island".
- You will then add books to this shelf that have been on your TBR the longest that you want to tackle. The more books on your shelf the better.
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aperfectmjk - Each month at the start of the month you will be assigned a match.
- You will pick 5 or 10 books for your match from their "trapped on an island" shelf.
- You will create a post that showcases the 5 or 10 books you selected for your match and tag your match. Please keep in mind these selections need to be made quickly to give your match time to get their reading in.⬇️
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aperfectmjk - You must read at least one book chosen for you. It's up to you if you choose to read more. The idea is that you're stuck on an island and these 5 books are your only options for reading.

If you want to participate, start working on your goodreads shelf now. Post a link to your shelf in the comments below.
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MatchlessMarie Glad I caught this post— the last few months it keeps slipping my mind till it‘s too late. Happy to join again. 5 for me please!
ETA I renamed my shelf and the previous link doesn‘t work anymore so I updated it here https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/9622268?shelf=trapped-on-an-island-april-2...
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Five Survive | Holly Jackson
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@Read4life Look! A crate of books has washed ashore, finally, something to read!

Sorry for the delay, hopefully you have time to find a good one!

#trappedonanisland

Read4life Thank you, @aperfectmjk 🤓 Time to dive in! 7mo
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Has anyone done this? Very interesting. My results weren't exactly what I expected, but after further review it makes sense.

Bookwormjillk I did years ago and it was pretty accurate for me. 7mo
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My goodness... I have no idea why I couldn't just finish off a row here. I was so close soooo many times. 🤦‍♀️

#ispybingo @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

Clwojick You did so good though! So many boxes checked off! Way to go 🎉 7mo
Clwojick Also how did you like Magic, Lies and Deadly Pies? I thought it was pretty unique compared to the usual paranormal cozies. Definitely darker Than I expected, which is a bonus for me. 😉 I‘m excited for the next one! (edited) 7mo
aperfectmjk @Clwojick I liked it, but I agree, it was definitely somewhat dark. I didn't necessarily mind. I've got to be honest though... are there really people out there that love pie that much? Because it certainly isn't me. You could never murder me with pie... now a tray of brownies. I'M DEAD! 🤣 7mo
Clwojick Same! Or a cheesecake! Or even a cupcake. Definitely not a pie though. 😂 7mo
TheAromaofBooks You are definitely pushing the limits of how many squares can be checked off without a bingo 😂 7mo
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In the Dark | Loreth Anne White
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@TheAromaofBooks here are thr books I have chosen for you. I picked 3 from some of my favorite authors, Loreth Anne White, Blake Crouch, and Mark Edwards. If you're going to read anything from these selections I would definitely go with In the Dark. I just love her work. Her descriptive writing is perfect for a reader like me who wants to immerse themselves in the story.

#Trappedonanisland

TheAromaofBooks Thank you so much!!! My goal every month is to read at least one book from the group and the rest as bonuses, so I'll give In the Dark the priority slot!! 7mo
aperfectmjk @TheAromaofBooks Yay! I have read 13 of her books (which is a lot from one author for me) and I have her newest book on my list this month The Maid's Diary. I'm going to use it for the "Sofa" and "Window" prompts in #ispybingo. 7mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Matches are in!

I am going to try and start posting the monthly reminder during the middle of the month going forward. I have a calendar reminder set for the 15th of the month so that we have plenty of time to plan going forward. We're also going to need some new recruits to keep it fun so we don't end up picking from the same lists every month. My fault entirely for the lack of exposure.

Bear with me while I get everyone's matches posted.

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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Sorry for the late notice everyone. I got a promotion at work and while it's been good, it's been crazy. My brain is clearly overloaded.

- Those who would want to participate will create a shelf on their Goodreads called "trapped on an island".
- You will then add books to this shelf that have been on your TBR the longest that you want to tackle. The more books on your shelf the better. ⬇️

aperfectmjk - Each month at the start of the month you will be assigned a match.
- You will pick 5 or 10 books for your match from their "trapped on an island" shelf.
- You will create a post that showcases the 5 or 10 books you selected for your match and tag your match. Please keep in mind these selections need to be made quickly to give your match time to get their reading in. ⬇️
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aperfectmjk - You must read at least one book chosen for you. It's up to you if you choose to read more. The idea is that you're stuck on an island and these 5 books are your only options for reading.

If you want to participate, start working on your goodreads shelf now. Post a link to your shelf in the comments below.
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Read4life Congratulations on the promotion 🤓. I‘d like 10 titles please. https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/33340907?shelf=ch-trappedonanisland-march&... 7mo
Pigpen_Reads Congratulations on the promotion!! 🥳 I'll stick with 5 titles, please. https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/50966027?shelf=trapped-on-an-island 7mo
Laughterhp Congrats! I‘m going to skip for March but will probably come back for April! 7mo
TheAromaofBooks Yay!! I was just noticing today that you haven't been on Litsy in a while. So glad that it is because of good things happening!! I'm in for March - five titles, please - https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/50868550-sarah-thearomaofbooks?ref=nav_myb... 7mo
Clwojick Congratulations! 💖💖💖 My list is a long one, but I‘m going to use it going forward. ☺️ 10 for me please! https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/71674833?shelf=trappedonanisland2023&sort=... (edited) 7mo
Ruthiella Congratulations on the promotion! 🥳🥳🥳 7mo
julieclair Congratulations on your promotion! Well done you! 🎉 I would like 5 books, please. Here is my list: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/30391513?shelf=trapped-on-an-island 7mo
Lizpixie Congratulations on your promotion lovely!🥳 I‘d like 5 books please! https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/25295358?shelf=trapped-on-an-island&sort=d... 7mo
aperfectmjk Thanks everyone. I'm going to get matches posted tonight. Wanted to make sure everyone has had time to respond since I posted late this month. 7mo
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Snow Falling on Cedars | David Guterson
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Here's how I finished up #ISpyBingo for January. I finished with two bingos, came close to a couple others.

@Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

Clwojick Way to go!!! 🙌🏻💥🎉 8mo
TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! Fantastic!! 8mo
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Here's my #bookspinbingo card for February. This includes titles for #Roll100 #Trappedonanisland and #ISpyBingo

I've got a few romance novels mixed in there, we'll see if I can stomach them all. 😆

@TheAromaofBooks @Clwojick @PuddleJumper

Clwojick There‘s a couple on here that I‘ve read, but I loved Magic, Pies, and Deadly Lies 💖 8mo
TheAromaofBooks Yay!!! 8mo
PuddleJumper 🎉🎉 8mo
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Heart Bones | Colleen Hoover
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@Pigpen_Reads I'm going to apologize now. I'm not well versed in the romance genre. I hope however one of these turns out to be a great read for you.

#trappedonanisland

Pigpen_Reads Thank you! I think you picked a good selection! 😁 8mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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It's time for matches!

Don't forget to create a post and tag your match with the titles you have chosen for them.

As usual, bear with me as I get all the matches posted.

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The Heist: A Novel | Janet Evanovich, Lee Goldberg
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TheAromaofBooks Yay!!! 8mo
TheSpineView Fantastic!💙📖📚📚📚 8mo
Andrew65 Well done, this is an author I am yet to get to. 👏👏👏 8mo
PuddleJumper 🙌 🙌 8mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Okay guys it's time to load up those lists with all the romance and smut books you can handle.... or if you're like me, stick to the domestic suspense. ?

If you want to participate, here's how:

- Those who would want to participate will create a shelf on their Goodreads called "trapped on an island". ⬇️

aperfectmjk - You will then add books to this shelf that have been on your TBR the longest that you want to tackle. The more books on your shelf the better.
- Each month at the start of the month you will be assigned a match.
- You will pick 5 or 10 books for your match from their "trapped on an island" shelf. ⬇️
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aperfectmjk - You will create a post that showcases the 5 or 10 books you selected for your match and tag your match. Please keep in mind these selections need to be made quickly to give your match time to get their reading in.
- You must read at least one book chosen for you. It's up to you if you choose to read more. The idea is that you're stuck on an island and these 5 books are your only options for reading. ⬇️
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aperfectmjk If you want to participate, start working on your goodreads shelf now. Post a link to your shelf in the comments below. Be sure to let me know if you want 5 or 10 books. 8mo
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julieclair This will be so fun! I'd like 5 books from this list, please. https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/30391513-julie-hellman?shelf=february-roma... 8mo
Lizpixie I‘d love 5 books please. Not much romance there as I‘m not a reader of it so any books on the list will be perfect👍 https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/25295358?shelf=trapped-on-an-island&sort=d... 8mo
TheAromaofBooks Yay!! I'm in for February with my regular list - https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/50868550?shelf=trapped-on-an-island - five books, please!! 8mo
FantasyChick I'm going to go with 10 again. I won't get to them all but I like the extra options! https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/4919235-nessa?shelf=trapped-on-an-island 8mo
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The Winter Orphans | Kristin Beck
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I went back and reviewed some of my book covers for the #Pantone2023 challenge. Checking these off the list!

Fiery Red, Cherry Tomato, Iced Mango, Empire Yellow, Blazing Yellow, Airy Blue, Blue Perennial, Beetroot Purple, Vanilla Cream, and Oyster Mushroom.

@Clwojick

Clwojick Yesss! We‘ll done! 8mo
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The Hazel Wood | Melissa Albert
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Haha... very funny guys. No one was going to tell me? This one has 5 of this month's prompts on the dang cover!

Hand, leaf, headlights, coffee, and house.

Well, at least I can read it and still knock out two of the prompts I haven't finished.

#ISpyBingo @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

Clwojick And oval if you count the O in the title. (edited) 9mo
aperfectmjk @Clwojick you're right! 🤦‍♀️ 9mo
TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! Also, I didn't think about using an O for an oval @Clwojick ! Off to check the books I've already read this month 😂 9mo
Read4life You guys just moved this up to my next read! Probably starting it tonight. 🤓 9mo
aperfectmjk @Read4life I'm going to start it after I finish my current read also. 😉 9mo
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Finished off these three. Using these towards #ISpyBingo

Hand, Waves, Sunset, Pizza. I'm getting close to a bingo.

Game is also a #Roll100 read.

@PuddleJumper @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks #bookspinbingo

Clwojick Great Job! ❤️❤️ 9mo
TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 9mo
PuddleJumper Excellent! 9mo
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks I enjoyed the Barry Lyga trilogy ❤️🖤 9mo
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The Magic 8 Ball | Helen Gilhooly
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Did some audiocrafting tonight. I found a rock today that I simply couldn't pass up. It looked like a slice of bread, so I give you Powdered Toastman!

I also decided to make a Magic 8 Ball, though not perfectly round. 🤷‍♀️

#LitsyCrafters #Retro @Catsandbooks

Texreader How awesome!! Love them both! 9mo
Catsandbooks That magic 8 ball one is too cool! 9mo
peanutnine I love the magic 8 ball message!! 🤣🤣 9mo
Chrissyreadit Wow! You are so skilled 😍🙌 8mo
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Considering how old this book is, it's pretty good. It's written basically in the early days of FBI profiling. When serial killers were at their height.

#ISpyBingo - Leaf, #bookspinbingo @TheAromaofBooks @Clwojick #ReadtheUSA2023 - California

eanderson Ooo… I have this… I‘m going to bump it up on my stack! 9mo
TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 9mo
Clwojick Way to go! 9mo
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Driver's Ed | Caroline B. Cooney
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I know some have been struggling to find books with a stop sign on the cover. Here's what I have discovered. Hope this helps!

#ISpyBingo @Clwojick @TheAromaofBooks

Clwojick Wow! Way to go! ❤️ I might have to check out that horror anthology. Thank you! (edited) 9mo
TheAromaofBooks Oh nice!! 9mo
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BookSpinBingo | Untitled
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Here it is my #bookspinbingo board for January. I'm still undecided on some of the titles I want to choose for #ISpyBingo. Some of the prompts are proving to be challenging for me.

@TheAromaofBooks @Clwojick

Clwojick Same! I still haven‘t found a single book for Stop Sign 🫣😅 9mo
TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!! 9mo
aperfectmjk @Clwojick I found one, but it's the second in a series. So... I'd have to read the first one before I could even get to it. 🙄 9mo
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Clwojick Oh no! I‘ve already read it! 🫣😂 and it‘s definitely one of those that would be better if you read both. 9mo
aperfectmjk @Clwojick 🤷‍♀️ Who doesn't love Clifford? 9mo
aperfectmjk Here's one that's available on Scribd if you have it. 9mo
aperfectmjk Oops, forgot to tag you @Clwojick on the above comment. 9mo
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@Lizpixie here are the titles I have chosen for you for #trappedonanisland. The top 3 titles would work for prompts in the #ispybingo if you're participating. 😉

Happy Reading! 📚

Lizpixie @aperfectmjk thanks lovely! 9mo
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Here's what I have for #Roll100. I'm using this challenge to work through books I already own. Time to start purging some and make room for new books.

My goal is to work towards just holding on to books I love.

@PuddleJumper

PuddleJumper That's a good goal. Good luck! 9mo
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I posted on Facebook, didn't get many responses. I still need 5 more recommendations. I'll take the first 5 if I haven't read them.

- I'm not a big fan of fantasy unless it's horror.
- Also not a big fan of romance... unless it's romantic comedy.
- I'm only looking for one recommendation per person please.

Roary47 I‘d suggest if you haven‘t read it already 9mo
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aperfectmjk @ETALTON I've read it. It was a fun one. Thanks! 9mo
aperfectmjk @Amiable I'm not having any luck finding a digital copy. I'll have to see if I can locate it at the library. This might have to be a backup 🥺 9mo
Amiable @aperfectmjk Oh, I didn‘t realize you were looking for digital reads. I‘d recommend anything you can get by Mary Lawson, then! Perhaps this one: 9mo
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The Stalker | Sarah Alderson
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Mehso-so

I finished my first book of the year. It was okay, it had it's moments. I'm using this for the "house" prompt for #ISpyBingo.

#bookspinbingo @TheAromaofBooks @Clwojick

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!! 9mo
Clwojick Oooh! Perfect! 🙌🏻 9mo
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I'm sure there are others that are probably already hosting the same challenge, but I have this set up on StoryGraph with each state prompt so you can mark them off as you read them if you want to join.

https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/b5da2978-ad34-4a02-9d60-afe4bc3...

#ReadtheUSA2023 @aperfectmjk

julieclair Fun! I‘m in! 9mo
DivineDiana I just found this post! Joined on Storygraph! 8mo
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BookSpinBingo | Untitled
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This took some work this month, but here's my list. Like every month, I'm sure I'll deviate from it in some way. As long as I'm getting some reading done, that's all that matters.

I hope everyone has a happy new year full of wonderful reads.

@thearomaofbooks #bookspinbingo

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!! 9mo
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@FantasyChick you know I had to pick our boy J.D. Barker for you! This one is a bit different from some of his other work, I'd say this has a bit more fantasy to it, but overall it's pretty wild. Some of the others I have read and enjoyed, and others I'd like to read. I hope you enjoy!

#trappedonanisland

FantasyChick Love these!! I have had Forsaken sitting for soooo long and I have no idea why I haven't picked it up yet. I always read Barker straight away 😂 Looking forward to it and all the rest! 9mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Happy New Year Everyone! Who's ready for a vacation, and maybe get trapped along the way with a stack of good books to read?

Bear with me while I get this month's matches posted. As a reminder, you will need to create a post that features the titles you have selected for your match.

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TheAromaofBooks Yay!!! 9mo
aperfectmjk @Lizpixie matches were already sent. I can pick for you though. Going forward I will have a tag list. 9mo
aperfectmjk @Lizpixie how many titles do you want? 9mo
Lizpixie 5 would be perfect thanks! 9mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Last call for anyone interested in participating in #trappedonanisland.

Post you list of your Goodreads shelves if you haven't already. Be sure to let me know if you want 5 or 10 titles picked for you.

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Setting Goals | John Renesch
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Planning some goals for 2023. We'll see if I stick to them.

Who wants to be friends on StoryGraph? I'm listed under the same name if you want to add me.

Deblovestoread I have the same handle on Storygraph as Litsy 9mo
LiteraryinLawrence I see that a lot of people are getting into Storygraph. What do you like about it (that‘s different from Litsy)? Right now Litsy is the only bookish community I participate in. 9mo
wanderinglynn @LiteraryinLawrence StoryGraph is more an alternative to Goodreads. There is a community feature, but I use it to track my reads. It has all sorts of lovely graphs to track various reading stats. There is also a giveaway section as well reading challenges. (edited) 9mo
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wanderinglynn @aperfectmjk I‘m wanderinglynn on StoryGraph too. 9mo
JamieArc I‘m Jamielit on StoryGraph. I did a much better job using it this year than last year, so I‘m curious to take a look at my stats. 9mo
aperfectmjk @wanderinglynn I've actually been on it for a couple years, I just haven't embraced it quite the same as Goodreads. I do like the added Reading Challenge feature, so I think I'm going to give it another try this year and see how it goes. 9mo
Roary47 I‘m also Roary47 on story graph. 9mo
Eyelit I‘m on StoryGraph - same user name 😃 9mo
wanderinglynn Sorry Malina! I meant that comment to answer Allison‘s (LiteraryinLawrence) question. 🙂 9mo
aperfectmjk @wanderinglynn ohh, I see that now. 🤦‍♀️ 9mo
aperfectmjk @Roary47 I couldn't find you. 🤔 9mo
julieclair I‘m julieclair on StoryGraph too. I am now following you, but it wouldn‘t let me send you a friend request. But feel free to send me one, as I have my preferences set to allow friend requests. 😀 9mo
Zuhkeeyah I‘m zeebookdragon on StoryGraph 😊 9mo
she.hearts.horror I need to start that now! 9mo
she.hearts.horror Friend request sent as well! 9mo
Roary47 I think I found you. I might have my settings on private. 9mo
peanutnine I'm sglance9 on storygraph - I sent you a friend request ☺️ 9mo
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Pickpick

This year's holiday festivities just didn't seem the same this year. Not only was my holiday reading impacted, but my crafting and baking all took a hit. I'm glad Christmas is over honestly. Anyway, despite it all, I managed to finish these three titles for #trappedonanisland

@Clwojick

DieAReader 🥳🥳🥳 9mo
Clwojick Hopefully next month is a better one for you. 💜 9mo
SamAnne Hang in there. Yay for Krampus. 9mo
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Trapped on Treasure Island | Floyd Gottfredson
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Phew! Sorry for the late notice everyone. The Holidays came in like a wrecking ball this year.

I'm going to try my best to keep this challenge alive all year long for 2023 so we can all knock off some of those titles that have been on our TBR shelves for what seems like forever.

Rules are below ⬇️

aperfectmjk - Those who would want to participate will create a shelf on their Goodreads called "trapped on an island".
- You will then add books to this shelf that have been on your TBR the longest that you want to tackle. The more books on your shelf the better.
- Each month at the start of the month you will be assigned a match.
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aperfectmjk - You will pick 5 or 10 books for your match from their "trapped on an island" shelf.
- You will create a post that showcases the 5 or 10 books you selected for your match and tag your match. Please keep in mind these selections need to be made quickly to give your match time to get their reading in.
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aperfectmjk - You must read at least one book chosen for you. It's up to you if you choose to read more. The idea is that you're stuck on an island and these 5 books are your only options for reading.

If you want to participate, start working on your goodreads shelf now. Post a link to your shelf in the comments below.
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julieclair I‘m so glad you are continuing this for 2023! Thank you! I would like to do 5 books this month, please. Here is the link to my list: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/30391513-julie-hellman?page=3&ref=nav_mybo... (edited) 9mo
Read4life I would like 5 books chosen please. Thank you for continuing this. I‘m really enjoying it and love the space I‘m clearing on my shelves 🤓 https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/33340907?shelf=ch-trappedonanisland&sort=d... 9mo
FantasyChick Yay! I always miss this. I'm going to start my list today 😊 9mo
ETALTON May I join? I‘m new to Litsy and really only started making time to enjoy reading this past year. I‘m excited to get more involved! 9mo
aperfectmjk @ETALTON absolutely! Work on putting a shelf together on Goodreads called Trapped On An Island and post a link here. You can view others lists to get an idea. I have a running shelf that I use every month that has titles that have been on my TBR the longest. Others add titles based on their monthly challenges. Just make sure you add enough titles for your match to choose from. 9mo
Clwojick Here‘s my list! I‘d like 10 please! And if you‘re doing a tag list, please add me to it. ☺️ https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/71674833?shelf=trappedonanisland2023&sort=... (edited) 9mo
TheAromaofBooks Here is my list!! https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/50868550?shelf=trapped-on-an-island - I would like 5 books, please!! I'm quite excited about continuing this challenge. I haven't always been good about posting my reviews, but I have managed at least one book a month 😂 9mo
Vansa This is amazing,I would love to be a part of it!I can definitely read a book a month. Here's my list: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/7625849?shelf=trappedonanisland 9mo
aperfectmjk @TheAromaofBooks I'm not very good about posting reviews either, but I'm getting some read also. I honestly can't remember the last time I posted an update for #bookspinbingo, even though I prepare a list and read from it every month. 😅 9mo
aperfectmjk @Vansa great to have ya! 9mo
FantasyChick I think I've got a list! I'll go with 10 this month just to give me a few options 😅 https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/4919235-nessa?shelf=trapped-on-an-island 9mo
PuddleJumper Ooo I want to carry on! Hope I'm not too late. 5 this month please: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/6330753-jo?shelf=trapped-on-an-island 9mo
CSeydel What a clever idea! Can you add me to the tag list for the next round? 7mo
aperfectmjk @CSeydel yes! So glad to have you. Just post your Goodreads shelf when your ready. You can post it here or wait until I post the monthly reminder announcement. 😊 7mo
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A Man Called Ove: A Novel | Fredrik Backman
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@Laughterhp here's you #trappedonanisland picks. Sorry you haven't heard from your match. Hopefully you will like one of the titles I have chosen for you. Grab your tissues for A Man Called Ove!

@Lizpixie

Laughterhp Thanks! I just started Always in December today!! 10mo
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Undercover Bromance | Lyssa Kay Adams
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Here's your picks @Pigpen_Reads sorry your match hasn't been in touch. Hopefully you'll like something I have chosen for you. I love the Bromance Bookclub series. 😉

@Soscha

#trappedonanisland

Pigpen_Reads Thanks! 😊 10mo
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BookSpinBingo | Untitled
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Here's my finalized #Bookspinbingo list for December!

@TheAromaofBooks

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 10mo
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