June 2012 PIFM Picking Rules

Keeping with the casual and relaxed atmosphere of summer, we are going to keep things casual and relaxed in this month's PIFM. So, with the categories this month, I am not going to specify some from their to-read shelf and some that are new. I am going to ask that each of us try to select at least half the picks from your pickee's TBR, you get to choose which categories though. I tried to make sure there was lots of flexibility within each category, so as long as you think it fits - that works for me!
Schools Out for Summer! - Select a Young Adult book, a book with a child or children, or one with a vacation.
Flag Day, June 14th - Pick a book featuring someone in the military, a politician or a policeman/firefighter.
Don't Forget the Sunscreen - Recommend a book with a hot cover or a steamy story.
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream - Suggest a book where a bakery or desserts play a role or one that has a sweet story.
Fire up the BBQ - Pick a book with a story that involves food or takes place outside.
Summer Solstice - Select a book that takes place during the summer.
Gay Pride Month - Pick a book that features same sex leads or has a cover with at least three colors of the rainbow.
Old Maids Day, June 4th - Choose a book that has an older lead (male and/or female) or one that has parents or grandparents prominent in the story.

Buddy Reads:
Pick at least one from their TBR.
Sand in Your Shorts - Pick a book that you might consider a good beach read.
Best Friends Day, June 8th - Select a book where friends play a large role in the story.
Bonus Pick: Not necessary but nice.
Father's Day, June 17th, because we all love a good daddy! - Recommend a book where the main character is a father or a father figure is part of the story.
Please Note: Buddy Read selections are not optional! If you are unable to participate, you still need to make the picks. Just let your pickee know that you will not be able to read with them in advance.