August Monthly Challenge
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1. Happy August Birthday!:
🌻 Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
2. August Month-Long Observance - Happiness Happens
Month: August 1 marks the start of Happiness Happens Month, a time to celebrate
and appreciate all of life's joys! This month was created in 1999 by the Secret
Society of Happy People, which encourages everyone to focus on the positive
aspects of life. The goal is to spread happiness throughout the world and
remind people that they should be grateful for everything they have. So get
ready to smile and enjoy this special month by indulging in activities that
make you happy and spreading joy wherever you go!
🌻 Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) – Lexi Blake/Sophie
Oak: Read one book written by Lexi Blake (aka Sophie Oak) or any author with
her first or last name.
🌻 Lexi Blake’s Backlist
🌻 Sophie Oak’s Backlist
Fun facts about Lexi Blake/Sophie Oak:
* She lives in Texas with her family and “the laziest rescue dog in the world”
* Lexi has written various subgenres of romance, as well as urban fantasy
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author
* When Lexi was younger, her writing focused on plays and journalism
🌻 You may also read any
book set in Texas, a book with a dog in it, or a book with either an actor or
journalist character in it. You can also read any book published by a New York
Times or USA Today bestselling author.
🌻 Read a book published in August, or read a book with green on the cover in honor of August's birthstone, the Peridot.
🌻 Read a humorous book, or any book that you're sure will make you smile!
🌻 Lexi Blake’s Backlist
🌻 Sophie Oak’s Backlist
* She lives in Texas with her family and “the laziest rescue dog in the world”
* Lexi has written various subgenres of romance, as well as urban fantasy
* She is a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author
* When Lexi was younger, her writing focused on plays and journalism
The Cowboy's English Lady - Lauri Robinson (HH #1867 - July 2025) (Texas) - Aug 7
4. Sunflower Day – August 2: The first Saturday of August
celebrates the joy of the happiest flower on Earth: the sunflower! With origins
that stretch back to at least 1000 B.C., this versatile flower is more than its
beauty: it is also a source of food, oil, paints, and more.
🌻 Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with flowers on its cover. You can also read a book with a “sunshine” character, or a book with a happily-ever-after.
🌻 Read a book with yellow on the cover, or with flowers on its cover. You can also read a book with a “sunshine” character, or a book with a happily-ever-after.
The Love Fix - Jill Shalvis (Avon - June 2025) (sunshine character) - Aug 1
5. Coast Guard Day – August 4: Founded in 1790, the
United States Coast Guard is best known for its water search-and-rescue
operations, but this military division also plays a large part in marine
environmental protection.
🌻 Read a book that is categorized on Goodreads as military romance, or features an active-duty service member or a veteran of any military branch. You can also read a book where a character goes swimming, a book where someone needs rescued (bonus points if a helicopter is involved!), a book with water on its cover, or a book with either 17 or 90 in its page count.
🌻 Read a book that is categorized on Goodreads as military romance, or features an active-duty service member or a veteran of any military branch. You can also read a book where a character goes swimming, a book where someone needs rescued (bonus points if a helicopter is involved!), a book with water on its cover, or a book with either 17 or 90 in its page count.
Dark Web Investigation - Katie Mettner (HI #2297 - July 2025) (veteran) - Aug 14
6. Sleep Under the Stars Night – August 8: Those
celebrating Global Sleep Under the Stars Night are encouraged to spend a night
outside to enjoy the wonders the late summer sky beholds.
🌻 Read a book with a character who goes camping or spends a night outside for any reason. You can also read a book with an astronomer character (professional or amateur), a book classified as science-fiction romance on Goodreads, or a book with a night sky or stars on its cover.
7. Relaxation Day – August 15: Kick back with a book and
relax! If you have something to do, it can surely wait for tomorrow.
🌻 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
8. Find Your Inner Nerd Day – August 23: Founded in 2024,
Find Your Inner Nerd Day encourages you to flaunt your quirkiness while
celebrating your interests and hobbies. Whether you’re a collector, a movie
aficionado, a comic book reader, or just jam with everything geek, this day is
for you!
🌻 Read a book with a nerdy/geeky/quirky character (your interpretation), or a character who is an avid collector, gamer, or involved in a fandom. You can also read a romantic graphic novel (some suggestions), or a book published in 2024.
9. Resurrect Romance Week: Exactly six months after
Valentine’s Day, the second full week in August celebrates Resurrect Romance
Week. This holiday encourages people to celebrate love and reinforce love for
their partners by showing them how you feel.
🌻 Read a book that is a second-chance romance, or a book with an established couple who must repair their relationship. You can also read a book with a character who performs a “grand gesture” for their romantic partner, or a book with red or hearts on the cover.
🌻 Read a book with a character who goes camping or spends a night outside for any reason. You can also read a book with an astronomer character (professional or amateur), a book classified as science-fiction romance on Goodreads, or a book with a night sky or stars on its cover.
🌻 Read a book where the characters spend time lazing around or doing a relaxing activity. You can also read a novella, a book with a summer-inspired cover (your interpretation), or a comfort-read from a favorite author.
🌻 Read a book with a nerdy/geeky/quirky character (your interpretation), or a character who is an avid collector, gamer, or involved in a fandom. You can also read a romantic graphic novel (some suggestions), or a book published in 2024.
🌻 Read a book that is a second-chance romance, or a book with an established couple who must repair their relationship. You can also read a book with a character who performs a “grand gesture” for their romantic partner, or a book with red or hearts on the cover.
Her Fairy-Tale Farmer - Elle Douglas (HSE #3099 - July 2025) (grand gesture) - Aug 12
10. Reader's Choice:
🌻 Read any book of your choice.
🌻 Read any book of your choice.
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