Book Challenges 2011!

It has been awhile since I actively participated in any book challenges.  I love them, but the PhD can be kind of brutal to the free time one has.  I decided to give it a try this year.  I have 3 I'm definitely going to do and then an alternate that we will see if I can get off the ground or not . . . I might pick up another if someone has a good suggestion as well.  If you love reading and books your should really try your hand at a challenge.  It is a nice semi interactive way to read and share about books.  I was reminded of this by Irish over at Ticket to Anywhere (Its a great site, I suggest a visit.  I wish I could read so much!)  So without further adieu the challenges!


Challenge 1: One, Two, Theme (Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2011)

So, For this one you pick at least 3 themes.  For the 1st you read one book, for the 2nd two books, and the thrid, 3 books.  From number two onwards you need at least one fiction and one non-fiction book.  You can have more than 3 themes of course.
My Themes:

1. Physics
2. Japanese Pop Culture
3. Mah-jongg
4. Bioarchaeology
5. Late Medieval/Medieval Britain

Challenge 2: Series Challenge (Jan 1 -Dec 31, 2011)

The second challenge should be fairly easy.  I need to read at least 3 books that end or catch a series up to date.  This one is sponsored by Secret dream world of a bookaholic.   This one should be easy to fill up! We will just see how many I get!

Challenge 3: Whats in a Name Challenge (Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2011)

This one is a bit more directed.  You pick one book with a title that meets the criteria for each topic of the challenge!  Criteria are: A book with a number in the title, a book withe jewelry or gem in the title, book with a size in the title, book with travel or movement in the title, book with evil in the title, and book with a life stage in the title! It should be fun.






So, look for my blog entries about what I'm reading!  They will be linked to the sponsoring sites of course!  I highly recommend starting up a few challenges of your own!