Reading Challenge: Back to the Classics

I decided to join one more challenge for 2013... Back to the Classics! This challenge is hosted by Sarah Reads Too Much. What a great name!

 

The challenge consists of 6 required categories along with 5 optional categories. You can even win prizes at the end of the year! Here are the categories:

 

1. A 19th Century Classic
2. A 20th Century Classic
3. A Pre-18th or 18th Century Classic
4. A Classic that relates to the African-American Experience - This can be an African-American author, or a book relating to slavery, civil rights, or African-American culture.
5. A Classic Adventure
6. A Classic that prominently features an Animal - This can feature animal characters or animals in the title (real or imagined)

Optional Categories:

A. Re-read a Classic

B. A Russian Classic

C. A Classic Non-Fiction title

D. A Classic Children's/Young Adult title

E. Classic Short Stories

2013: A to Z Reading Challenge

My third, and probably last, reading challenge for 2013 is the longest and hardest. Basically, I'm attempting to read a book that starts with every letter of the alphabet! This one is hosted by Escape with Dolycas.  And, here's where I'll list my books:
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B- The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons
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T- Tatiana and Alexander by Paullina Simons
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2013: Historical Fiction Reading Challenge

This challenge is hosted at Historical Tapestry and consists of different levels. I'll be attempting to read 10 Historical Fiction books in 2013 to become a "Renaissance Reader." Let me know if you are joining me for this challenge!

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2013: What An Animal Challenge VI

I'll be taking part in several reading challenges for the first time in 2013. One of them will be all about animals! It is hosted by Socrates' Book Reviews Blog. The challenge is to read 6 books that have an animal in the title, on the cover, as a main character, or a character that turns into an animal. You can get specific details by following her link above.

 

Here's where I'll keep track of my 6 animal books in 2013:

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