Novelist Reading Challenge 2021

I've long been a fan of the Novelist database and was excited when I found out they are having their first reading challenge this year. It's a great way to expose people to the ways they can use the database to find books, and I'm always up for a new challenge.

Novelist Reading Challenge They even make a nice checklist you can download.

If your local library doesn't have Novelist as a resource, check to see if another one that serves you does. Luckily for me, my local library does. 

Book Challenge Beginners  

• Read an own voices memoir. (Tip: search for AP own voices AND GN autobiographies and memoirs to find titles) 
• Read a novel with an unreliable narrator.  
• Read a book described as being gritty, atmospheric, or having a strong sense of place.  
• Read a historical novel that takes place anytime except during World War II.  
• Read a romantic comedy by a BIPOC author.  
• Read a book recommended by a NoveList staff member.  (Tip: Browse through our NoveList Staff Faves Recommended Reads list) 
• Read a book recommended for fans of a TV show you like.  
• Read a book that features a global pandemic.  
• Read a book recommended by someone who works at your local library.  
•  Read a book described as feel-good, heartwarming, or hopeful.  
•  Read a graphic novel with minimally colored illustrations.  
•  Listen to an audiobook featuring multiple narrators.  

Book Challenge Afficionados

•  Read a locked room mystery.  
•  Read an epistolary novel.  
•  Read a short story collection written by a woman.  
•  Read a speculative novel with the theme “Vengeance is mine.”  
•  Read a novel by a trans author.  (Tip: Search AG transgender) 
•  Read a book with an unconventional or nonlinear storyline.  
•  Read a book selected as a best of 2020 title by NoveList staff.  
•  Read a book that is an adaptation, retelling, or spin-off of a classic.  
•  Read a nonfiction book about antiracism.  
•  Read a book about celebrating identity. (Tip: Search TH celebrating identity) 
•  Read a book starring a main character with a disability.  
•  Read a book that has been or will be made into a movie.  

I plan to do all 24 of these.