First and foremost, I look at challenges as a gateway to new reading paths, a way to nudge me in a new direction with my reading. It's not a competition and if I don't finish, I don't care; but, I'm going to give it a shot! Are you inspired to join me? If this one doesn't appeal to you, here's a comprehensive list of reading challenges.

 

The Popsugar reading challenge has been around for a while and last year was my first time joining. There's a GR forum with suggestions for some of the more challenging categories. They offer 40 categories with a bonus 10 for those who want the extra challenge and this year the bonus categories all relate to your TBR - which I love since I'm always looking for a way to whittle that down.

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Here's where I'll track my efforts to complete the challenge in 2021. I'll be double dipping some of the books that will also fit categories in the Booklist Queen or 52 books challenge. I started by taking the lists and perusing my own bookshelves to see what I already own that will fit the challenge. Then, as I search the forums for ideas, I watch for books I know are already on my TBR list. Finally, I fill in with books totally new-to-me. Completed books will be in bold with a cover image and links (in purple) to the reviews.  (AOC, author of color)