Challenge 5: Title Word Count

Challenge 5: Title Word Count is the fifth of the Take Another Chance Challenge tasks.

The “Take Another Chance Challenge” is a challenge that runs from January to December. The goal is to help you find amazing books to read and create positive interaction. Each task takes an unusual and unique approach to book finding. Probably something you’ve never tried before. We wanted to make it fun and interesting as well.

There are 12 tasks in all. They involve original thinking and a few surprises along the way. The tasks are divided into three participation levels.

Level 1 and 2 require (3 of 1) and (6 of 12) tasks to be completed for anyone who wants to do less. Level 3 includes all (12 of 12).

Challenge 5: Title Word Count

For this task, you’ll be using the element of chance to determine the number of words your next book title should have. Visit Random.org and employ their True Random Number Generator. Set the minimum range to 1 and the maximum to 5, and then hit the “generate” button. The number that appears is your guide: Find a book with a title that contains exactly that many words.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Go to Random.org and access the True Random Number Generator.
2. Set your minimum range as 1 and your maximum as 5.
3. Click “generate” and note the number that appears.
4. Armed with this number, scour libraries, bookstores, or your own bookshelves to find a book that has a title with exactly that many words.
5. Once you’ve chosen your book, settle in for a good read.

Reading Tips:

1. If the number generated is small, you may find titles that are quite direct and succinct. On the other hand, a larger number might lead you to books with more elaborate or poetic titles. Take note of how the length of the title might influence your perception of the book’s content.
2. As you read, jot down any observations or questions that arise, focusing not just on the plot and characters but also on how the title relates to the book’s themes or story elements.

Privacy Note:

If you’re sharing your experience online or with a reading group, you don’t have to disclose the randomly generated number if you prefer not to. You can simply mention that you chose the book based on a “random numerical challenge” for the Title Word Count.

Challenge 5 Title Word Count: Entry Instructions:

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and post your name as an entry in the comments. Now enter the number that was generated by the True Random Number Generator on Randon.org and title of the book that contains the exact same number of words. Enter the author’s name and a link to your blogpost where you you talk about the book.  Also, don’t forget to credit the original blog or website where you discovered the book.

Writing Prompt:

After finishing the book, write a review or commentary that not only explores your general impressions but also dives into specific elements that stood out to you. Reflect on how the title, with its exact number of words, connected to the book’s overall theme, plot, or characters. Did the numerically-determined title add a layer of intrigue or meaning to your reading?

Optional Extension:

If you find this method of book selection enjoyable or enlightening, consider turning it into a recurring activity. For instance, you could do this challenge at the beginning of each month, allowing the randomness to guide your reading choices throughout the year.

The aim of this task is to introduce an element of chance into your reading habits, which could lead to unexpected and rewarding literary discoveries. Happy reading!

Click this link to see the rest of the tasks and the three participation levels. Take Another Chance Challenge. This page is the entry form to the fifth step of the challenge.

Click on this link to go to Challenge 4: Prize Winner Book Entries.

Click on this link to go to Challenge 6: Prize Winner Book Entries.