2025 & 2026 Reading Challenge discussion
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Introduce Yourself to the Group - 2018!
Hi, my name is Lucia and I'm from Argentina. I'm 20 years old and I'm on my second year of college. I like reading romane, fantasy and YA. My reading goal for this year is 55 books.
Hello, I'm Ronnie. I've actually known goodreads for years but didn't get around it fully until last month. I've been reading since I was 12 and I've read hundreds of books but because I didn't develop the habit of making track of those books, I mostly can't remember them anymore. So I've learned my lesson and starting from scratch; I'm still trying to recall those books and I remember some of them recently so my book list will probably require work for years. My genre preference are romance, drama, witty humor, contemporary romance, historical romance (if it's good) and non-fiction (I don't like fantasy or not-true-to-life plots)
My reading challenge for 2018 is to read 50 books but I hope to read more. As it looks like it, I still need a lot of catching up.
I'm trying to review the books that I have finished reading. I'm starting to read the recent books released this year and hopefully will make my way backwards.
•Lucia• wrote: "Hi, my name is Lucia and I'm from Argentina. I'm 20 years old and I'm on my second year of college. I like reading romane, fantasy and YA. My reading goal for this year is 55 books."Hi Lucia welcome to the group! I think 55 is a great goal =) how far along are you. I think that given you have a different range of books that you like and our challenges are so diverse you will have lots of fun here.
Ronnie wrote: "Hello, I'm Ronnie. I've actually known goodreads for years but didn't get around it fully until last month. I've been reading since I was 12 and I've read hundreds of books but because I didn't dev..."Hi Ronnie welcome to the group! I actually didn't track my books until I started Goodreads but then again it's more about having fun with what you are reading. What book are are you looking forward to the most? I hope this group and our challenges make reading and reaching 50 lots more fun. Welcome again and happy reading.
Hey I’m Jordan! I’m from Indiana! I like reading a wide variety of things. I found this group because I was just randomly searching and found this. My reading goal is 30 books in 2018. I thought I should probably keep my goal a little on the low side since I knew I would be busy with college.
Jordan wrote: "Hey I’m Jordan! I’m from Indiana! I like reading a wide variety of things. I found this group because I was just randomly searching and found this. My reading goal is 30 books in 2018. I thought I ..."Hi Jordan welcome to the group! I am so glad your searching skills brought you to our group! I think 30 books is a great way to take a break from school work. What will you be studying in college? Theres tons to do with our group please look around and let us know if you need anything.
Hey, my name is Swarna. I am from India. And just like all of you all I like to read :)
Hi all.My name is Brittany and I am from Ohio. I joined goodreads a couple of years ago, but just got into joining groups and doing challenges this year as I finally feel like I have the time for it. My original goal was to read 52 books this year, but as I have already read 41 I've upped it to 100. Fantasy is definitely my favorite genre, but I've read a lot of different types of books this year, sometimes its feels good to get out of your comfort zone.
Hi all!My name is Katie. I used to be a very avid reader when I was younger. I noticed I fell off this hobby right around the beginning of college. I was working a lot (55+ hours a week), in school full-time, bought a house, got married etc.
I've missed reading so much so I got a new Goodreads accounting and am excited to begin participating in all kinds of bookclubs!
I live in California. About 45 minutes south-east of Sacramento, in a smaller town a bit north of Stockton. I've lived here for about three years now. I grew up about an hour south-east in Calaveras County.
Recently, I've been very interested in non-fiction. I love constantly learning new things about different places, topics, or books that help you learn new things about yourself.
When I do read fiction, its usually of the thriller/mystery genre.
Swarna wrote: "Hey, my name is Swarna. I am from India. And just like all of you all I like to read :)"Welcome Swarnav and happy reading!
Brittany wrote: "Hi all.My name is Brittany and I am from Ohio. I joined goodreads a couple of years ago, but just got into joining groups and doing challenges this year as I finally feel like I have the time for..."
Hi Brittany welcome to the group! We are so happy to have you join us. You are off to an amazing start with 41 books! I am the opposite fantasy books I am very picky with what I read. There is still plenty of time to join any challenge that is open so have fun and enjoy!
Katie wrote: "Hi all!My name is Katie. I used to be a very avid reader when I was younger. I noticed I fell off this hobby right around the beginning of college. I was working a lot (55+ hours a week), in schoo..."
Hi Katie welcome! I am happy to see that our group is part of your journey to fall in love with books again. I love a great mystery do you have stand outs? As far as non fiction I like funny girl memoirs
If you need anything or have questions just reach out.
Hey, y'all. I'm Crystal, originally from Massachusetts, but I now call Gainesville, GA home. It's the chicken capital of the world.
I have always loved reading, as far back as I can recall. I read mostly fiction. High fantasy, historical fiction, thrillers, and I have a particular fascination with witchcraft and magic. I love books that have a lot of world building in them. Some of my favorites include The Black Jewels trilogy by Anne Bishop and everything by Sarah J. Maas.
My goal for this year was 24, but I'm trying to get my NetGalley feedback percentage up after neglecting it for a while, so I'm likely to reevaluated and reset a higher goal.
Besides reading, I love cooking and my cats. I'm hoping to learn to garden soon.
I'm looking forward to getting to know you all!
Crystal wrote: "Hey, y'all. I'm Crystal, originally from Massachusetts, but I now call Gainesville, GA home. It's the chicken capital of the world.
I have always loved reading, as far back as I can recall. I r..."
Hi Crystal welcome to the group so happy to have you! I think that you will have lots of fun with us here 24 books is a great goal as long as you are having fun. Look around and let us know if you need anything.
Hi all, I’m from Texas USA currently living in Stuttgart, DE. I enjoy all kinds of books, and find myself drawn to books focusing on science and history. I have a reading goal of 100 books this year. I joined this group due to the monthly challenges. They look fun!
Sonja
Hi, everyone. My name is LK and I'm a college student from MA in the United States. I prefer historical fiction and classic literature, especially books with good social commentary. My reading goal is to read 25 books this summer before I head back to school. I definitely need some tips on which books to read and thank you so much for being supportive in this community of readers. - LK
Hi All! I'm 27 (married with two littles) from Australia!
I am a sucker for YA fantasy and Historical Paranormal Romance, yep weirdly specific hehe But I branch out to a little bit of everything!
I read 200 books last year but things are a bit stressful and crazy this year (eg my eldest started school) so I lowered my goal to 150 this year :)|
It helps that I am an audiobook addict so I go through alot more that way
Sonja wrote: "Hi all, I’m from Texas USA currently living in Stuttgart, DE. I enjoy all kinds of books, and find myself drawn to books focusing on science and history. I have a reading goal of 100 books this ye..."
Hi Sonja welcome to our group so happy to have you! Science and History that's fantastic do you have a favorite? 100 how far along are you in your goal? June we are running a Marathon challenge my favorite come join us if you wish! Welcome again and happy reading.
LK wrote: "Hi, everyone. My name is LK and I'm a college student from MA in the United States. I prefer historical fiction and classic literature, especially books with good social commentary. My reading goal..."Hi LK I am the group cheerleader so support is my middle name welcome to the group! What will you be studying after the summer? I hope you have a blast with your 25 books let us know if you need anything.
Sarah- wrote: "Hi All! I'm 27 (married with two littles) from Australia!
I am a sucker for YA fantasy and Historical Paranormal Romance, yep weirdly specific hehe But I branch out to a little bit of everything!
..."
Hello fellow audiobook addict! I am actually listening to a book as I write this welcome to the group! Congrats on 200 books thats great. Kids and school gives you more work enjoy your time with your kids and your books we will have to compare book lists sometimes. Welcome again.
Sarah- wrote: "Hi All! I'm 27 (married with two littles) from Australia!
I am a sucker for YA fantasy and Historical Paranormal Romance, yep weirdly specific hehe But I branch out to a little bit of everything!
..."
I listened to my first audiobook this year and am on my third now. Its a great way to get through some books I’ve been wanting to read.
Hi Everyone! I'm from Brooklyn, NY (born and raised, and still live here). My favorite genres are literary fiction, memoirs, and graphic novels, but I am trying to expand my reading to include science fiction, YA, and more. I've been using Goodreads to leave reviews for a few months now, but I just started looking into groups recently in the Community tab. My reading goal is to read 50 books by the end of the year! :)
Hi everyone my name is Jess,I'm 32 years old and I live in Australia.English is not my primary language so reading good books helps me to improve my English.I have been on Goodreads for few years but only starting to track and do a reading challenge this year.My favourite genres are psychological thrillers,mysteries,suspense and horror.I read other genre as well,depends on the book and my mood.I challenged myself to read 30 books this year.Thank you so much for accepting me here.Nice to meet you all.
Michelle wrote: "I'm Michelle and I live in Australia. I will try reading just about anything. My reading goal for this year is 80 books."Hi Michelle welcome to the group! I wish you the best of luck with your 80 books. We are actually running a Marathon Challenge in June to give everyone a boost if they want or need it.
Sharon wrote: "Hi Everyone! I'm from Brooklyn, NY (born and raised, and still live here). My favorite genres are literary fiction, memoirs, and graphic novels, but I am trying to expand my reading to include scie..."Hi Sharon welcome! NY is a fun place to be I myself are in NJ. Are you looking to branch out and do challenges or just talk books and buddy reads? Either one works for us as long as you are having fun. Please look around and join what appeals to you.
Ferry wrote: "Hi all"Hi Ferry welcome!
Jess wrote: "Hi everyone my name is Jess,I'm 32 years old and I live in Australia.English is not my primary language so reading good books helps me to improve my English.I have been on Goodreads for few years b..."Hi Jess welcome we are happy to have you. Do you have a favorite book so far this year. I love all the genres you have listed. 30 books is a great goal leaves you wide open for fun stress free reading. I hope you have lots of fun here and enjoy every page you turn.
Hi. I'm from Lake City Michigan or farm country. I'm 13 years old.
Hi, my name is Antonio I'm 25 and I'm from Peru, actually I didn't use to read any novels, the last thing i read were graphic novels like Watchmen, The Man Without Fear and that kinda stuff but i got into reading because of book suggestions by my brother and my gf, oh and because of Pewdiepie's literature club.So far i've read different types of books, my favorites have been animal farm and 1984 by Orwell, Siddharta by Hesse and the 100 year old man who climbed out... by Jonas Jonasson (the first book i picked up a couple of months ago).
I plan on reading American Psycho, Brave New World, The King in Yellow (because of True Detective) and many other along those lines.
Also i really liked All You Zombies, the short story that inspired the movie Predestination, I'd appreciate recommendationis on time travelling stories like that.
Hi everyone I'm joelle from Jordan and I'm so glad I got to join this group because it's fun to challenge myself on reading every once in a while , my fave book genres would have to be YA, fantasy,mystery and dystopian.my reading challenge for this year is 75 books
Hi , I'm 27 and I am from Slovakia ( small country in mid Europe) . I've been on goodreads for couple of years helps me finding books I probably didn't read. I' like all genres but mainly fantasy and sci fi,comics, currently also self help - improvement books, and about sport - mainly running and nutrition.
Hey Everyone ! I'm Gilles, 26 yo from France. I'm an engineer, traveling from country to country. I've been on goodreads for quite a while but never used it. I've been trying to re-ignite my love for reading but couldn't manage it. I think I'm on the right path now, I started very lightly for the 2018 challenge (5 books) but I count on increasing the amount in 2019 ! I'm into self-help books (currently reading How To Be A Stoïc), Horror books (just finished The Shining, about to begin Doctor Sleep), Biographies or general science/history books (reading the Art of War, bought A briefer history of time).Hope to fit in the Goodreads community !
Hello I am from Singapore and I am new to Goodreads. This website is kind of confusing to me but I hope to be able to connect with others over books!I like reading Romance, mystery, historical fiction, science fiction.
My reading goal for this year is 50 books.
Hi all! I'm Aamna, I'm 21 and from Australia. I was reading contemporary fiction for years until I started Goodreads and now I try and read pretty much anything if it's rated well/the synopsis interests me. I found this group trough one of my GR friends who posted about it. My reading goal is 65 this year and I'm luckily on track despite all the assignments I have from uni! I'm currently overwhelmed by the amount of books on my TBR and this group seems like the best thing for helping me get through it by recommending books to read every month. The last book I've finished is Ready Player One and I'm currently in-between several books trying to find a good one to get hooked on!
Please feel free to give recommendations + don't hesitate to add me as a friend :)
- Aamna
NFYDAL wrote: "Hi. I'm from Lake City Michigan or farm country. I'm 13 years old."Welcome and happy reading!
Antonio wrote: "Hi, my name is Antonio I'm 25 and I'm from Peru, actually I didn't use to read any novels, the last thing i read were graphic novels like Watchmen, The Man Without Fear and that kinda stuff but i g..."Hi Antonia welcome to the group we are happy to have you! I think you will do great with our group. There are tons of challenges to help you along the way. As far as recommendations if you are looking for time travel try 11/22/63
I love King I am curious to see what you think.
Joelle wrote: "Hi everyone I'm joelle from Jordan and I'm so glad I got to join this group because it's fun to challenge myself on reading every once in a while , my fave book genres would have to be YA, fantasy,..."welcome Joelle happy to have you. If you are looking to challenge yourself maybe try Junes Marathon Challenge. I think that having a variety of books and genres you like to read will make your challenge lots more fun please look around and join what ever looks like fun.
Marathon Challenge https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Monika wrote: "Hi , I'm 27 and I am from Slovakia ( small country in mid Europe) . I've been on goodreads for couple of years helps me finding books I probably didn't read. I' like all genres but mainly fantasy a..."Hi Monika welcome! I actually know where that is I was born in Macedonia. Our group has tons of challenges that fit into your likes I hope you find a challenge and book to love this year. I look forward to seeing what you read.
Gilles wrote: "Hey Everyone ! I'm Gilles, 26 yo from France. I'm an engineer, traveling from country to country. I've been on goodreads for quite a while but never used it. I've been trying to re-ignite my love f..."Hi Gilles welcome to the group I hope you find your spark for reading with us. I love most things King I can't wait to see what you think of Dr Sleep. Must be a fun job to travel all over I hope you make time for some great reads. I think 5 books is a great goal as long as you are having fun. welcome again and best of luck!
traflake wrote: "Hello I am from Singapore and I am new to Goodreads. This website is kind of confusing to me but I hope to be able to connect with others over books!I like reading Romance, mystery, historical fic..."
Welcome to the group and Goodreads! I know it can be confusing and fun. There is lots to do and read please look around and join the fun if you need help let us know we will do our best to assist you.
Aamna wrote: "Hi all! I'm Aamna, I'm 21 and from Australia. I was reading contemporary fiction for years until I started Goodreads and now I try and read pretty much anything if it's rated well/the synopsis int..."
Hi Aamna welcome! Yes this group well definetly help get you reading. Along with books of the month we have challenges buddy reads and so much more. Do you have a favorite book so far or is just reading in-between school work your focus? I hope to see you join some challenges and make tons of friends. Welcome again and best of luck with your goal.
Blagica wrote: "Aamna wrote: "Hi all! I'm Aamna, I'm 21 and from Australia. I was reading contemporary fiction for years until I started Goodreads and now I try and read pretty much anything if it's rated well/th..."
Thanks!! I look forward to participating :) I think my most recent favourites have been A False Report: A True Story of Rape in America and Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, but I'm mainly just trying to decide on a new one to start reading. I'm thinking Murder on the Orient Express might be a good book to get me out of this reading slump!
Hi everyone, my name is Elizabeth or Beth. I am from Mentor, which is in the Cleveland area Ohio, but I am in Oklahoma City, OK right now in the USA. I like to read alot of types of books, from poetry to humor to literary, or even the occasional YA. I found the group just by scouring around goodreads, but I always love to meet others who love to read and who maybe I can share book suggestions with and who will motivate me to read more :)
Aamna wrote: "Blagica wrote: "Aamna wrote: "Hi all! I'm Aamna, I'm 21 and from Australia. I was reading contemporary fiction for years until I started Goodreads and now I try and read pretty much anything if it..."
I read it and liked it!
Elizabeth wrote: "Hi everyone, my name is Elizabeth or Beth. I am from Mentor, which is in the Cleveland area Ohio, but I am in Oklahoma City, OK right now in the USA. I like to read alot of types of books, from poe..."Hi Beth welcome! I hope you have tons of fun here. we have lots of challenges to help motivate you to read and lots of people who like the same genres as you. I think for you you will love the buddy reads and challenges please look around and join us. Let us know if you need anything.
Hi everyone, my name is Bahar and I’m from Iran.Luckily I found this application accidentally first of 2018 and I joined in this challenge which really inspire me. Actually I like all of genres especially mystery however I choose books based on writer’s nationality such as American , French or my country. I’m not fan of classic book but I like to read the famous ones and curios why some of them are popular. Of course the reals book have wonderful and nostalgic feelings but I try to use ebook and audio books too .I’m not very active member however I’m so glad can I be besides you who loves book because unfortunately I can find hardly friends who love books. I really try to motivate my friends to know this fantastic world of books but it seems it should be in your blood.
Thank you very much to create this society.
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Welcome back to the book world Alison and congratulations on finishing your book! Which 3 books did you finish? Did you set a goal? I hope you enjoy the rest of your year with your books =) and again welcome back.