Advent Calendar Challenge

The RRRC Advent Calendar challenge
1-31 December 2020


 
For each day of December leading up to Christmas, click on the dated spoilers in the next posts to access the RRRC Advent Calendar and see what 'task' has been set for you!
 
Some tasks involve reading but some are things for you to do at home, on GR, or with us. Books can be any length - there is no page minimum. 'Tis the season so books that fit the year-end festivities (Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa) are the aim but are not a rule.
 
Tasks can be accessed at any time although it would be great if you waited for each date.
 
Don't worry if you don't finish each task each day - you have the whole of December to finish your tasks.
 
Rules
* there is no minimum page requirement
* you have the whole month of December to complete your 24 tasks
* starts on 1 December in your timezone
 
December 1
Hanukkah is underway! -> Read a book celebrating Hanukkah or with a candle on the cover
Moonlight, Menorahs and Mistletoe - Wendy Warren (HSE #2880 - Dec 2021) - Dec 17
 
December 2
And Christmas trees are going up -> Read a book with a tree/s (any tree) on the cover.
Deeper Than the Ocean - Julie Ann Walker (Limerence Pub - June 2021) - Dec 3
 
December 3
Start to deck out the house and yard for the holidays. (Not a reading task.)
Alt task -> Read a book with a house/apartment on the cover.
Christmas at the Chateau - Rochelle Alers (HSE #2879 - Dec 2021) - Dec 10
 
December 4
It's winter in the northern hemisphere -> Read a book set in winter
Christmas Miracle at the Castle - Alison Roberts (HMED #1215 - Dec 2021) - Dec 11️
 
December 5
But that's only for half the world! -> Read a book set in the Southern Hemisphere.
That's Australia, New Zealand, southern parts of Asia (not the mainland) the Americas and Africa, and a lot of islands.
 
December 6
The December holiday period is celebrated differently all over the world -> Read a book set in a different country to where you currently live.
The Duke's Counterfeit Wife - Louise Allen (HH #2033 - Dec 2021) (England) - Dec 14
 
December 7
It's time to start making your travel plans. Get organised today (for real, or in your head 🤓)
Alt task -> Read a book centred on a holiday (any holiday) or MCs going on holiday.
 
December 8
Has the first snow fallen? ->Read a book with snow on the cover.
What He Wants for Christmas - Brenda Jackson (HD #2839 - Dec 2021) - Dec 13
 
December 9
All the fun characters are getting out and about -> Read a book with reindeer, elves or Santa in the storyline (does not have to be an MC) or on the cover.
 
December 10
Time to start planning your menu! Tell us some standard food types you would normally eat during your holiday celebrations!
Alt task -> Read a book with a Santa hat on the cover.
 
December 11
Yup, Christmas is fast approaching! -> Read a Christmas-themed book.
 
December 12
The holiday season means games! especially for kids -> Read a book with kids in the storyline.
Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone - Diana Gabaldon (Delacorte - Nov 2021) - Dec 9
 
December 13
Are the Shelf Elves in place? Get them out there! (Extra 'points' if you can annoy your work/family with them 🧝) (Not a book task.)
Alt task -> Read a book with an elf or child on the cover.
 
December 14
Carolling is very traditional in many countries -> Read a book with an MC who sings, plays music or travels.
Forged in Fire - Linda Warren (HRS #2151 - Oct 2021) (travels) - Dec 3
 
December 15
Such a pretty time of year -> Read a book with a pretty cover (your interpretation)
The Most Eligible Cowboy - Melissa Senate (HSE #2857 - Sept 2021) (sunset) - Dec 18
 
December 16
Have you started buying your presents? If not, better get planning! (Not a book task.)
Alt task -> Read a book with a present on the cover.
 
December 17
For many these holidays are religious -> Read a book tagged 'religious' or a book where at least one MC travels to another destination.
Amish Christmas Escape - Dana R. Lynn (LIS #929 - Dec 2021) - Dec 13
 
December 18
It's time to pull out those ugly sweaters -> Read a book with the cover model wearing a woolen sweater or beanie.
 
December 19
For some of us, our focus is on the surf and cooling down -> Read a book with red and yellow on the cover.
Fake Engagement, Nashville Style - Jules Bennett (HD #2811 - July 2021) - Dec 4
 
December 20
Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration starting on December 26 this year -> Read a book with a celebration in it, or a book with an artistic MC (eg music, art, performance ~ your interpretation).
True Hero - Amy Knupp (Lake House Books - Nov 2021) (celebration/wedding) - Dec 7
 
December 21
Winter chill = snuggles and warm fires -> Read a book with a fire or homey-looking scene on the cover.
 
December 22
Send your loved ones a holiday card/letter/email to let them know you are thinking of them.
Alt task -> Read a book with cover models embracing, hugging, kissing or holding hands.
 
December 23
 ...Aaaand COOK! ->Read a book where food is a focus (chef, restaurant owner etc) or with a family celebration.
Bidding on a Texan - Barbara Dunlop (HD #2828 - Oct 2021) (restaurant owner) - Nov 3
 
December 24
Have you been naughty or nice throughout the year? -> Read a book by your favorite author or one that was given to you as a present.

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