Take part in our 2024 Summer Reading Challenge!

Summer always seems to be the perfect time to get in a ton of reading—whether you’re lounging on the beach or by the pool, looking for something to do on your summer Fridays, or passing the time on a road trip, crossing another book off your reading list is always a great idea!

At the same time, it can be easy to give up on your reading goals and spend time on your phone instead.

Our solution? Take part in the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge and commit to reading a new book every week!

This summer, we’re challenging you to read eight books between now and September. Everyone chooses their own books based on the themes we’ve chosen, and we encourage you to share your recommendations and reviews in our Facebook group.

Plus, one lucky winner will receive a Kindle Paperwhite as the grand prize, plus a selection of eBooks to start your e-library! And you can double your chances of winning by signing up for The Reader newsletter too.

frequently asked Questions

When does the Summer Reading Challenge take place?

July 8 – September 2, 2024.

How many books should I read?

The official challenge is to read eight books over the course of the summer, but you can set your own goals too! Follow our reading tips below to complete the challenge.

How do I stay on track?

If you sign up for the challenge, we’ll send you an email each week to help you stay on track and successfully complete the challenge – and give you book recommendations!

How do I find other members of the reading challenge?

Join our … private Facebook group to share your book recommendations and reviews and connect with other book lovers.

You don’t know exactly which books to choose?

We have put together book recommendations for each of our reading events. Click through to see our suggestions!

Week 1: Solve the case with a crime novel

Week 2: Relax with a breezy beach read

Weeks 3-8: TBA! Check back on Monday, July 22nd to see what the next prompts will be.

Is there a prize for completing the challenge?

Every person who signs up for the Reading Challenge will be entered into a drawing for the grand prize: a brand new Kindle Paperwhite and a selection of eBooks to read on it! See official rules Here.