Second Quarter 2009 Reading Challenge, Weekly Update #1

By APOOO • Apr 5th, 2009 • Category: Second Quarter 2009 Reading Challenge • Email This Post Email This Post • Print This Post Print This Post

 Alright, good peoples, time to get serious about the Second Quarter African American Reading Challenge.  Welcome to the first full week of  April and the Second Quarter Reading Challenge.  How’s the reading coming along?  Read any good books yet?  More than one? 

Posted any challenge links that you want to share with us?  If so, include your link in the comment sections…and for anyone who doesn’t have a blog…leave a comment below to let us know what you’ve read and what you think of the book.

If this is your first time visiting APOOO or you need more details regarding what this challenge is, CLICK HERE. 

Each week (usually on Sunday), a new Reading Challenge blog will be posted for you to stop by and share the books you’re reading.  Remember we’re all in this together so hopefully you will stop by weekly.  And who knows what prizes might be available at the end of the Challenge. ;)  

FREE BOOK OPPORTUNITY

Anyone interested in reading Sins of the Father by Angela Benson?  If so, Benson’s giving away several copies of this book.  If you are interested in reviewing a copy and willing to post your review to amazon.com, let me know and you might be eligible to win one of the free copies available.  Oh yeah, and if you receive a copy, don’t forget to add it to your Second Quarter Reading Challenge list.  Note, only those participating in the Second Quarter Reading Challenge will be eligible to win a free copy of Sins of the Father.

My Second Quarter Reading List

African American Heiress by Angela Marcano–Week 1; Finished

The After Wife by Lexi Davis

Hand of God by Kotanya Kimbrough; Week 1 Finished

Love Stories and Other Natural Causes

New Kind of Bliss by Bettye Griffin

The Road is Short but Wide by J. California Cooper

Rush Home Road by Lori Lansen

Sag Harbor by Colson Whitehead

Sins of the Father by Angela Benson

The Shack by William Young

Sisters and Husbands by Connie Briscoe

Pittershawn Palmer’s Manuscript

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  1. GravatarJennifer C on April 5th, 2009 at 1:42 am:

    I am halfway through my first book of the 2qtr challenge. How you got two done already is beyond me. But I will catch up.

    I’m interested in Angela Benson’s new book.

    Jennifer C´s last blog post..She’s Mine, Forget Him

  2. GravatarTea on April 5th, 2009 at 9:05 am:

    I would love to win a copy of “Sins of The Father” by Angela Benson. Pleeese. I would add it to my 2nd quarter of reading.

    Tea´s last blog post..My Boots Contest

  3. GravatarTea on April 5th, 2009 at 9:07 am:

    I have started my reading challenge for 2nd quarter. I finished “My Jim” by Nancy Rawles. Next, I’m reading “The Dewbreaker” by Edwidge Danticat.

    Tea´s last blog post..My Boots Contest

  4. GravatarMs. Mary on April 5th, 2009 at 10:59 am:

    I am also halfway through my first book of the 2nd quarter challange. That is currently Never Enough by Miasha. Next on my list is Queen B***h by Deja King.

  5. GravatarDeltareviewer on April 5th, 2009 at 1:24 pm:

    I’m in for the 2nd quarter…even though I’m posting my list a little late. I will have to pick up my game to catch up with you though. The following are my 15 books…

    Sandell’s Soldier by Sabrina McAfee
    What’s Really Holding You Back? by Valorie Burton
    ‘Til Debt Do Us Part by Michelle Larks
    Yes, I Can by Keith Carter
    Praise Your Way Through by Iris Celeste
    Sweet Deception by Patricia Sargeant
    Education Reform by Carletta Washington
    Den of Sin by Storm
    The Ups and Downs of Being Round by Monica Marie Jones
    Triptych by Wendy Coakley-Thompson
    A Preacher’s Passion by Lutishia Lovele
    It Happened in Church by Patti Webster
    SurrenderYour Heart by Melissa Wathington

    I may sneak in a cookbook or children’s book here or there. One week into the challenge I’ve read 1 book – Sandella’s Soldier.

  6. GravatarDeltareviewer on April 5th, 2009 at 1:25 pm:

    I would love to read Angela’s new book and would love to add it to my 2nd quarter TBR pile.

  7. GravatarMs. Toni on April 5th, 2009 at 4:58 pm:

    I hit the ground running for April. Completed 3 of my Challenge books. Two were quick reads and one was just down right GOOD and I couldn’t put it down.

    Southside Hustler by Rich McLaughlin
    Tempation.com by SB Redd
    Strapped by Al-Saadiq Banks

    Reading book four – SINGLE HUSBANDS by Honey B

    Ms. Toni´s last blog post..Ms Toni gave 5 stars to: Fast Lane

  8. GravatarSharon on April 5th, 2009 at 6:43 pm:

    RAW: An Erotica Street Tale by Shay (read)
    Prey For Love by Leyton Wint (read)
    Lovers & Liars by Teri Denine (reading now)
    The Soloist by Steve Lopez
    Where’s There’s Smoke by Terra Little
    Sticks and Stones by Eric Pete
    You Got To Pay To Play by Meisha Camm
    Naughty: two’s enough, three’s a crowd by Brenda Hampton
    Last Breath by Michelle McGriff
    The Lyon’s Den by Kendra Norman-Bellamy
    The Next Best Thing by Deidre Berry
    Body by Night by Zuri Day
    Bring On The Blessings by Beverly Jenkins

  9. GravatarJesssica on April 5th, 2009 at 7:18 pm:

    I’m currently reading Shameless Hoodwives, and I have about 75 pages left, so I will be finished tonight. My next read will be Nobody But You by Francis Ray and This Fire Down In My Soul by JD Mason.
    I am very much interested in reading Angela Benson’s Sins of My Father. I will definitely add it to my Second Quarter Challenge!
    Yas, two books already!! You never cease to amaze me!

  10. GravatarJeanette on April 5th, 2009 at 7:39 pm:

    I finsihed one book on my list Property by Valerie Martin. I really enjoyed that book. I recommend it to others.
    This week I plan to read First Comes Love by Shana Burton.

    I would like to read Sins of Our Father by Angela Benson.

  11. GravatarMs. Mary on April 5th, 2009 at 7:45 pm:

    sharon how was Raw by Shay? i wanted to add that to my list of books to read

  12. GravatarYasmin on April 5th, 2009 at 7:59 pm:

    Hey everyone and thanks for sharing your list; it was a pleasure to hear that some of you have already read your first book. For those who asked for a copy of Angela’s book…I’ll be in touch with more details as soon as I hear from her. Happy Reading.
    PS–I finished reading The Shack today…what a poignant and riveting book! Has anyone read this one…it’s definitely one of my Top 10 for this year…and might be the #1 read for me. I really enjoyed this book…and it’s one that I will probably read again because there’s so much between the pages that really makes one think.

    Yasmin´s last blog post..Secret Daughter by June Cross

  13. GravatarJennifer C on April 6th, 2009 at 1:07 am:

    I have The Shack to read the next quarter.

    Jennifer C´s last blog post..She’s Mine, Forget Him

  14. GravatarDera Williams on April 6th, 2009 at 4:20 am:

    I have finished two books, Tall, Dark Westmoreland and The Paper Bag Principle, a sociology study on colorism and class in Washington D.C. No challenge book yet.
    I sent you an email about Angela’s book.

    Dera Williams´s last blog post..Second Quarter 2009 Reading Challenge

  15. GravatarAngelia on April 6th, 2009 at 7:12 am:

    I completed Where Did You Sleep Last night by Danzy Senna 4.0
    and Sag Harbor by Colson Whitehead 4.0

    angelia

    Angelia´s last blog post..Memoirs…

  16. GravatarTavares on April 6th, 2009 at 9:18 am:

    I finished Married Strangers by Dwan Abrams and will be done with The Someday List by Stacy Hawkins Adams by lunch today. I’ll be starting my 3rd book tonight – toss up between Red Light, Green Light by Margaret Johnson-Hodge and Serving Justice by Jacqueline Moore.

  17. GravatarPatriciaW on April 6th, 2009 at 9:57 am:

    I finished my first challenge book, Almost Single by Advaita Kala, a chicklit about the angst of being single and dating in India. A fast, fun read.

    Now reading Celeste Norfleet’s Following Love, which is a couple of years old but a very enjoyable read. Not on my challenge list though.

    I read The Shack last year. It was on my Honorable Mentions list for 2008. Lot of controversy in the Christian community behind this one, but I enjoyed it.

    PatriciaW´s last blog post..Reader/Writer Tidbits — April 4, 2009

  18. GravatarAPOOO on April 6th, 2009 at 10:11 am:

    Patricia I finished The Shack and absolutely loved it…but it aligns with how I see relationships with God…and I can definitely understand why conservatives, esp. white males, would take issues with this book. But since I know who I serve…and that this book is fiction…I took it all with stride…but I think it would make a great book for a bible study/Sunday School class discussion…! It’s one of those books where I think folks could appreciate discussing it in a group setting and separating what’s fact vs. fiction…

  19. GravatarAngelia on April 6th, 2009 at 10:14 am:

    My new list
    http://acvermen.blogspot.com/2009/04/apooo-2nd-qtr-reading-challenge.html

    Blessings!
    angelia

    Angelia´s last blog post..APOOO 2ND QTR READING CHALLENGE

  20. GravatarUranie on April 6th, 2009 at 12:03 pm:

    I’ve finished 2 books already. Started book #3 :)

  21. GravatarLashonda on April 6th, 2009 at 1:34 pm:

    I am half way through my 1st book at this time. I had reviews to write so I was off to a slow start. I am reading Nobosy by You by Francis Ray and I am glad that it took off from the gate.

    Lashonda´s last blog post..2nd Quarter Reading Challenge

  22. GravatarAPOOO on April 6th, 2009 at 2:07 pm:

    Uranie which two books and which book did you start?

  23. GravatarNardsbaby on April 6th, 2009 at 2:21 pm:

    I finished my first read which was STRAPPED by Al-Saadiq Banks and I LOVED IT!!! I’m already looking for her NEXT release.

    Nardsbaby´s last blog post..Nardsbaby gave 5 stars to: Strapped

  24. GravatarNicole on April 6th, 2009 at 9:43 pm:

    I finished two books: That devil’s no friend of mine and My best friend and my man. Devil was such a quick good read. I did not care for MBFAMM :( Currently reading The company we keep.

  25. GravatarAPOOO on April 6th, 2009 at 10:10 pm:

    Nicole what do you think of The Company We Keep?

  26. GravatarLashanda on April 6th, 2009 at 10:33 pm:

    I am still compiling my list. I am currently reading Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man. Once I complete this, I will move on to Drama in the Church. Once I get my list together, I will come back in to post. I would love to read Angela Benson’s book.

  27. GravatarNicole on April 7th, 2009 at 12:21 am:

    I’m only about 60 pages in but so far I’m not impressed. I really have no idea where she is going with this book. I know that you and at least one other person didn’t care for it so my expectations are low.

  28. GravatarDonnica on April 7th, 2009 at 9:35 am:

    Okay so I’ve already started the quarter off slacking!!! :o ( I’m reading book #1 now. But I brought it to work. So that’s a great sign! I can’t wait to sneak away and read some more! It’s LOVERS & LIARS!! WHOA!!!! It’s a good one, but it has me FIRED UP!!!!!!!!!!!

  29. GravatarBeverly on April 7th, 2009 at 1:16 pm:

    I finished one of the books on my Challenge List:
    Defying Desire – A.C. Arthur
    This is the 3rd book in the Donovan Brothers series. While I have enjoyed the series – I will admit this my favorite book of the series.
    I enjoy A.C. Arthur writing – she telling an interesting story with a hint ot erotica.
    I read this book while at the hairdresser getting color and my hair cut and I am sure my stylist must have wondered what was going on in the book that kept me so quite. :)

  30. GravatarBeverly on April 7th, 2009 at 1:27 pm:

    I am interested in Angela Benson’s book.

    Thanks

  31. GravatarJessica on April 7th, 2009 at 4:24 pm:

    I finished Shameless Hoodwives on Sunday and it was a good one! The women in Bentley Manor are wild, crazy, and full of drama! I’m looking forward to The Hood Life, the next one in this series! I’m currently reading Nobobdy But You by Francis Ray. It’s off and running, which is great. I should be finished by tonight!

  32. GravatarAPOOO on April 7th, 2009 at 4:41 pm:

    Nicole I share your sentiments regarding Monroe’s book…it seems like it was written to meet a deadline as it didn’t flow smoothly and I can’t even tell you what the plot was.

    Donnica…U R so funny…lol.

    Beverly…gotcha.

    Jessica…the women (and men) of Bentley Manor are skraight up crazy…hehe.

  33. GravatarLeona on April 8th, 2009 at 12:36 pm:

    1. Thirsty-Mike Sanders
    2. Wrongfully Mine-Isadore Johnson
    3. Disciplined-Allison Hobbs
    4. Push Comes To Shove-Oasis
    5. Ruthless Dictator-Rumont Tekay
    6. Uncrossing Her Legs-T.D. Patterson
    7. Glory-Deborah Jones (3 stars)
    8. The Raw Essentials Of Human Sexuality-D.V. Bernard
    9. Obsessed-Delilah Devlin
    10. Auctioned-Kimberly Kaye Terry
    11. Butta Cuttz-Arlene Brathwaite ( smile Jennifer)
    12. Wild Innocence-Moody Holliday
    13. Officer Down-Mo Shines

  34. GravatarBinta on April 8th, 2009 at 4:05 pm:

    I read Red Light, Green Light. I really enjoyed that book. I read Basketball Jones, didn’t really like that book. I don’t think I will be reading anymore of his books. I am reading Black Silk and Act Like a Lady Think Like a Man.

  35. GravatarAPOOO on April 8th, 2009 at 4:20 pm:

    Binta…I’ve heard other folks said that about E. Lynn’s book…I read the last one but I’m so glad it was a library read. ;) *I’ve heard a lot of good things about Act Like a Lady.

  36. GravatarLeona on April 8th, 2009 at 10:39 pm:

    2 down 11 to go

    1. Thirsty-Mike Sanders
    2. Wrongfully Mine-Isadore Johnson
    3. Disciplined-Allison Hobbs
    4. Push Comes To Shove-Oasis
    5. Ruthless Dictator-Rumont Tekay
    6. Uncrossing Her Legs-T.D. Patterson —–FINISHED
    7. Glory-Deborah Jones————————FINISHED
    8. The Raw Essentials Of Human Sexuality-D.V. Bernard
    9. Obsessed-Delilah Devlin
    10. Auctioned-Kimberly Kaye Terry
    11. Butta Cuttz-Arlene Brathwaite ( smile Jennifer)
    12. Wild Innocence-Moody Holliday
    13. Officer Down-Mo Shines

  37. GravatarTavares on April 9th, 2009 at 9:15 am:

    I just finished another book on my list – Serving Justice by Jacqueline D. Moore.

    Binta – I just started Red Light, Green Light by Margaret Johnson-Hodges – I only finished Chapter 1 though – so far, so good.

    Monique (Deltareviewer) – I read both ‘Til Debt Do Us Part by Michelle Larks and The Ups and Downs of Being Round by Monica Marie Jones – let’s talk about them when you’re done.

    Happy reading all :-)

  38. GravatarPatrice Smith on April 9th, 2009 at 7:39 pm:

    1. Where there’s smoke
    2. Shameless Hoodwives———————- Done
    3. Carmello
    4. The Dopeman’s Wife
    5. My Secrets Your Lies
    6. Walk Like a Man
    7. Marriage mayham
    8. The People Vs. Casheme————————–Done
    9. Sugar Walls———————————————–Done
    10. The Cake Man

  39. GravatarJessica on April 9th, 2009 at 9:11 pm:

    I’m still reading Nobody But You, but I heard so much about The Shack from my fellow bookclub members, that I had to go out and buy it today! That will probably be my next read! I know, stay focused, Jessica!! LOL!

  40. GravatarVictoria Christopher Murray on April 10th, 2009 at 12:23 am:

    I finished my first book, The Warmest December which was off the chain. I’m about 50 pages into my second book, God’s Love, by a new author, Jill Saint James. I really wish I could do a list and just stay with it, but I never know my mood. So, I hope this will work.

  41. Gravatarnicole098 on April 10th, 2009 at 12:46 pm:

    I completed Hood Life and currently reading Two’s Enough Three’s A Crowd.

    nicole098´s last blog post..OOSA Online Book Club left a comment for ‘Patrice Smith’

  42. GravatarAPOOO on April 10th, 2009 at 1:08 pm:

    Hey VCM the challenge can work however you want it to…so if decide to read 13 books (without a list) that’s kewl…just work it. I read The Warmest December years ago…and I remember it was a very depressing read…but also a very good read. I miss Bernice McFadden. :(

  43. GravatarLeona on April 11th, 2009 at 11:22 pm:

    3 down 10 to go

    1. Thirsty-Mike Sanders——————-FINISHED
    2. Wrongfully Mine-Isadore Johnson
    3. Disciplined-Allison Hobbs
    4. Push Comes To Shove-Oasis
    5. Ruthless Dictator-Rumont Tekay
    6. Uncrossing Her Legs-T.D. Patterson —–FINISHED
    7. Glory-Deborah Jones————————FINISHED
    8. The Raw Essentials Of Human Sexuality-D.V. Bernard
    9. Obsessed-Delilah Devlin
    10. Auctioned-Kimberly Kaye Terry
    11. Butta Cuttz-Arlene Brathwaite ( smile Jennifer)
    12. Wild Innocence-Moody Holliday
    13. Officer Down-Mo Shines

  44. GravatarYasmin on April 11th, 2009 at 11:25 pm:

    Good to see everyone getting their read on…Status Update for Week #2 will be up by Monday.

    Yasmin´s last blog post..On the ‘Net with Author J. D. Mason