9 Reading Challenges to Try in 2026
Bored of just counting books? 9 reading challenges – bingo, genre roulette, read-your-shelf, around-the-world – to make 2026 more fun.
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Bored of just counting books? 9 reading challenges – bingo, genre roulette, read-your-shelf, around-the-world – to make 2026 more fun.
My actual summer 2026 stack – eleven books I'm picking from by mood, what's already read, and the math on how few of them I'll finish.
A 30-second ritual before you start any book: why you're reading it, what you want from it, and how you'll know it landed.
About 1 hour 45 minutes at average reading speed – but your real number depends on your pace and the book. Breakdown for 50, 100, 200, and 300 pages.
Never been a reader? Here's how to start. Pick the right first book, build a tiny habit, and make it stick without forcing it.
What I read in July 2026, how long each book took me, and the dashboard stats behind the month.
Save books as you browse, they'll be waiting for you right here.