2026 Challenge Rules 

YEAR-LONG READING CHALLENGE
50 BOOKS in 50 WEEKS
JANUARY 5-DECEMBER 21, 2026
ARE YOU UP FOR THE CHALLENGE?!

How it works:

• This year’s challenge is for those age 14 and older.
• There are 50 categories. Participants must read one book in each of the categories.
• The same book cannot be used for multiple categories.
• Books can be read in any order.
• All books for the challenge need to be recorded in your Extreme Book Nerd reading log with the title, author, and date finished for each book listed with each category.
• Books from other reading programs and book clubs can be counted toward this challenge as long as they fit into one of the categories (i.e. summer reading programs, winter reading programs, book clubs, school assignments, etc.) and are read by December 21, 2026.
• Audiobooks and e-books can be counted towards the challenge.
• Books must be at a 6th-grade reading level or higher to count.
• Any prizes that may be given out for challenge completion will only be given to current Kuna Library Card holders whose account is in good standing.
• Participants must register online to be eligible for prizes. Registration link will be available starting Monday, January 5, 2026.