Hello lovely people!!
As the end of December is fast approaching, I have turned my attention and thoughts to reading resolutions for next year. Whilst having a mooch about the sales online, I stumbled across Read The Year With Penguin Books. Naturally, I was curious. It looks awesome!
The aim of this reading challenge is to try something new, to experience new writers and genres. I try to branch out but I think this will really help me to continue the mission of finding more. I’m hoping you can all help me too!
The topics for each month are as follows:
January: Start the year with a book about new beginnings.
February: Get stuck into a story of obsessive love.
March: Read a book about a women you hadn’t previously heard of.
April: Grab a book that will help you explore your creativity.
May: Use a book to get closure to nature.
June: Pick up a book that delves into the experience of fatherhood.
July: Travel anywhere in (or out of) the world with a book.
August: Choose a book which tells a migration story.
September: Dive into a coming of age story you haven’t read before.
October: ‘Tis the season for spooky stories: take your pick.
November: Pick a book about the country you live in.
December: Finish the year with a book that embodies the festive spirit.
As you can see, this looks quite exciting. There’s areas here I haven’t considered before so I’m thinking I need to get planning what I’m going to read. Penguin do offer some suggestions here.
This is where I need you, my fellow lovely bloggers. Do you have suggestions for any of the months? Let me know. My plan is to review the book I’ve read each month for the challenge. I’ll try anyway! Maybe you could take part in this with me? That would be awesome too!
Big love xxx
This sounds like a really fun reading challenge! I like how the prompts are specific but still open-ended enough that many books could fit those descriptions. Best of luck! 🙂
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I like the sound of it. I agree with you! I’m glad it’s a little open ended but I do like the prompts. Sometimes it’s hard to think of what to read next. I’ll keep you posted! Thanks Holly! X
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This sounds like so much fun Charley. I have a few ideas for January.
Happily Ever After, by Nora Roberts
The Language of Flowers, by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
Safe Haven, by Nicholas Sparks
Big Little Lies, Liam Moriarty
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And this is why you’re so fabulous! Thank you. I’ll have a look into all of these. Amazing lady. X
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Aww! Thank you! Extra Hugs for you!🤗🤗🤗🤗
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😊😘. X
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Sounds fun!
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I hope so! I hope I can stick to it. I’d feel like a bit of a failure if I don’t. I’ll give it my best though!
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I know what you mean – those challenges can be tough. I do one in the summer but I try not to stress and just enjoy branching out!
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I’ll do my best! I think it’s the fear of failing or not enjoying something! X
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This looks like a great challenge for you Charlie.
Have a good Christmas? ☺️
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I hope so! A bit stuck on some but I’m sure I’ll work it out. Yes not bad thank you and you?
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Which ones are you stuck on? Can I help?
Pretty good thanks ☺️
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Aw I am pleased. Well I think I’ve got Jan and Feb covered. Haven’t thought much further than that! I’d appreciate any suggestions. But, don’t worry if not!
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What’s wrong with the suggestions you have?
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?? Nothing at all! What do you mean?
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Are you taking about reading themes or actual books?
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Books for the themes
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Ok… I’m on your level now lol.
I’ll get thinking.
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Ha you confused me so much then!
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Sorry, it’s me I get confused too easily lol ☺️
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Don’t worry!
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☺️😜
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Absolutely love the challenges!! Struggling to come up with anything good off the top of my head- but best of luck with this! X
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Aw thank you! I hope I can do it. I’ll give it my best. Massive congratulations again to you! Reading machine!! X
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You’re welcome!! I’m sure you can 🙂 Aww thank you again!! 🙂 X
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I hope so! Thanks for the support. You’re so lovely. X
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This is good! I just found out just now. Is it too late to do this?
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I don’t see why it would be a problem. Maybe start with March and try and squeeze the other months in as you go along.
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Okay, I’ll do that. Thanks
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