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The Reading Challenge That Made Me Read More Books (+ Free Printable)
The Reading Challenge That Made Me Read More Books (+ Free Printable) Have you ever looked at your towering TBR pile and thought, I really want to read more, but I never know what to pick next? I’ve been there. For years, I set reading goals at the beginning of the year. I’d promise myself I was finally going to make a dent in my TBR, read more widely, and discover new favorite authors. Then life would happen. I’d get busy, fall into the same reading habits, and spend more time deciding what to read than actually reading. What finally helped wasn’t setting a bigger reading goal. It was starting a reading challenge. Instead of focusing on the number of books I finished, I focused on finding books that fit fun prompts. Reading immediately felt less like a task and more like an adventure. If you’re looking for a simple way to read more books, discover new authors, and finally tackle those books collecting dust on your shelves, this challenge is for you. Free Printable Reading Challenge Want to save this challenge for later? Download and print the free Reading Challenge checklist below, then keep it in your reading journal, planner, book cart, or favorite reading nook. Free Printable Download Here 25 Reading Prompts for a More Fun Reading Year Read a book with flowers on the cover Read a book that has been on your TBR for over a year Read a book in a single weekend Read a book recommended by a friend Read a book with a one-word title Read a book set somewhere you’ve never visited Read a book by an author new to you Read a book with a color in the title Read a book over 400 pages long Read a book under 250 pages long Read a book that made you cry Read a book that made you laugh out loud Read a book with a beautiful cover you couldn’t resist Read a book outside your usual genre Read a book featuring a strong female lead Read a book that became a movie or TV show Read a book published this year Read a backlist book everyone seems to love Read a book set during summer Read a book set during winter Read a book from your local bookstore’s staff picks Read a book with a map inside Read a book you can finish in one day Read a five-star recommendation from someone you follow Read a book that reminds you why you love reading Why Reading Challenges Work One of the biggest obstacles readers face isn’t a lack of books, it’s choosing what to read next. With thousands of incredible books available, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and end up reading nothing at all. Reading challenges remove that pressure. Instead of endlessly scrolling through recommendations, you simply choose a prompt and find a book that fits. Reading challenges can help you: Read more consistently Explore new genres Discover new authors Clear out your TBR pile Make reading feel exciting again Find unexpected favorites The best part? There’s no deadline. Complete this challenge in a month, a season, or over the course of a year. The goal isn’t perfection; it’s enjoying your reading life. Tips for Completing the Challenge 1. Keep a Running TBR List Whenever you hear about a book that sounds interesting, save it somewhere. Having a list ready makes it much easier to match books to prompts. 2. Don’t Be Afraid to DNF Life is too short to spend weeks reading a book you’re not enjoying. If a book isn’t working for you, move on and find one that does. 3. Visit Your Local Bookstore Browsing shelves in person is one of the best ways to discover books you might never find online. Ask booksellers for recommendations that fit challenge prompts. 4. Read What Sounds Fun The goal isn’t to complete the challenge perfectly. The goal is to enjoy reading more than you did before. 5. Share Your Progress Invite a friend, your book club, or your online reading community to complete the challenge with you. Everything is more fun with fellow readers cheering you on. Looking for Your Next Great Read? At Paper & Vine Books, we believe reading should be cozy, joyful, and a little bit magical. Join our newsletter for: 📚 Book recommendations 📚 Discussion guides 📚 Reading challenges 📚 Free printables 📚 Book club resources 📚 Seasonal reading lists Sign up below at the bottom of this page to join us in our fun bookish updates, printables, blogs and more! Happy Reading, Paper & Vine Books
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The Best Audiobooks to Listen to While Cleaning
The Best Audiobooks to Listen to While Cleaning I don’t know who needs to hear this, but the secret to enjoying chores isn’t a better vacuum, it’s a better audiobook. As a bookstore owner, busy mom, and someone who is constantly trying to squeeze more reading into everyday life, I’ve discovered that the right audiobook can completely change how I feel about dishes, laundry, and tidying up. Suddenly, cleaning isn’t something standing between me and my next chapter—it becomes part of the reading experience. If you’ve been looking for audiobooks that make chores fly by, these are some of my favorites. For When You Want to Laugh While Folding Laundry This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum If you love podcasts, Julia Whelan, dual POV and a mashup of suspense, mystery and love across a moving timeline, this is YOUR BOOK. I loved it!!! Trigger warning for domestic violence. Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Warm, funny, and surprisingly moving. This one feels like chatting with a friend while you tackle a mountain of laundry. For Deep Cleaning Days Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke An audiobook that makes you mad, sad, and a little crazy?? This ones a TRIP! Perfect for long days and listens so you have the time to sit in your disbelief and confusion. The Women by Kristin Hannah A gripping historical novel that’s hard to pause. You’ll be looking for extra chores just to keep listening. For Cozy Evening Resets The Correspondent by Virginia Evans A charming novel centered around letters, connection, and community. Perfect for a slow evening tidy-up with a cup of tea nearby. The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin A love letter to books, bookstores, and second chances. Cozy, heartwarming, and easy to sink into. For Escaping Somewhere Beautiful Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry Emily Henry always feels like a mini vacation, and this one is perfect for making everyday chores feel a little brighter. Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune Amazing romance/friends to lovers that has THE BEST setting, holy cow. You need this one. For When You Need Thrills The God of the Woods by Liz Moore If you’re tackling closets, organizing cabinets, or cleaning out the garage, a good mystery makes the time disappear. My Husbands Wife by Alice Feeney Fast-paced and addictive. Hope your cleaning journey doesnt have as many twists and turns as this one has!! Why Audiobooks Work So Well for Chores Most of us don’t need more time to read, we need better ways to use the time we already have. Audiobooks turn ordinary moments into reading moments. The dishes still get done. The laundry still gets folded. The floors still get swept. But instead of feeling like time lost, those tasks become time spent inside a great story. That’s why you’ll often find me listening while I clean the kitchen, fold clothes, or tackle the never-ending toy pickup that comes with having young kids. And honestly? Some days the audiobook is the only reason the chores get done at all. Why I Switched to Libro.fm App A few years ago, I listened to nearly all of my audiobooks through Audible. It was convenient, but I didn’t realize there was another option that supports independent bookstores. That’s why I made the switch to Libro.fm. Libro.fm works much like other audiobook platforms, but instead of your membership supporting a large corporation, every purchase helps an independent bookstore of your choice. For me, that’s a win-win: I still get the audiobooks I love, and the money stays within the independent book community. If you’re thinking about making the switch too, Libro.fm is currently offering new members two free audiobooks when you use code SWITCH. And if you’re signing up, I’d be honored if you’d consider selecting Paper & Vine Book Bar as your supporting bookstore. Your membership and audiobook purchases directly support our little independent bookstore and help us continue creating a space for readers, book clubs, events, and community here in West Texas. Whether you choose Paper & Vine or another local indie bookstore, every audiobook purchased through Libro.fm helps keep independent bookstores thriving. Happy listening, and happy cleaning. Paper & Vine
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We Broke Up With Audible (And What We Use Instead)
We Broke Up With Audible (And What We Use Instead) If you’re anything like us, your “to be read” pile grows faster than your free time. Between work, kids, running a business, laundry, dishes, and all the little things that fill a day, finding hours to sit down with a physical book can feel impossible. That’s why audiobooks have become one of our favorite ways to read. Whether we’re driving to work, cleaning the kitchen, folding laundry, or taking a walk, audiobooks help us fit more stories into our lives. For years, we used Audible. But recently, we made a switch. please note there will likely be affiliate links in these blogs, thank you for supporting our little shop! Why We Left Audible First, let’s be clear: Audible works. We never had major complaints about the listening experience. The app is easy to use, the audiobook selection is massive, and it’s introduced us to countless stories. But as owners of an independent bookstore, we started asking ourselves a simple question: If we believe independent bookstores matter, shouldn’t our audiobook purchases support them too? The more we thought about it, the harder it became to ignore. We spend our days encouraging readers to shop local, discover indie bookstores, and support the literary communities they love. Yet our audiobook spending was going elsewhere. Eventually, we decided it was time for a change. What We Use Instead: Libro.fm Today, we use Libro.fm for nearly all of our audiobook listening. The experience is remarkably similar to Audible. You purchase audiobooks, listen through an app, and build your personal library. The difference? When you buy audiobooks through Libro.fm, your purchase supports an independent bookstore. That means your monthly audiobook habit can help keep local bookstores thriving. For us, that was a game changer. Why We Love Libro.fm It Supports Independent Bookstores This was the biggest reason we switched. Every audiobook purchase helps strengthen the independent bookstore community that we care so much about. The App Is Easy to Use One of our concerns was whether we’d be giving up convenience. Thankfully, we haven’t found that to be the case. The app is simple, clean, and easy to navigate. The Selection Is Excellent Most of the books we wanted were already available. From bestselling fiction and romance to memoirs, mysteries, and literary fiction, we haven’t felt limited in our choices. We Still Get to Read More At the end of the day, the reason we listen to audiobooks hasn’t changed. They allow us to experience more stories during seasons of life when sitting down with a physical book isn’t always possible. Do Audiobooks Count as Reading? This debate pops up in the book world all the time. Our answer is simple: Yes. Reading isn’t a competition. The goal isn’t to impress anyone with how many books you’ve finished or what format you used. The goal is to experience stories, learn new ideas, connect with characters, and enjoy books. If audiobooks help you do that, they count. When We Listen to Audiobooks Most of our listening happens during everyday moments: Morning commutes School pickup lines Walks around the neighborhood Folding laundry Cleaning the house Long road trips Quiet afternoons by the pool Those little pockets of time add up surprisingly fast. Final Thoughts Breaking up with Audible wasn’t about finding a better app. It was about finding an option that aligned more closely with our values. As readers and independent bookstore owners, we wanted our audiobook purchases to support the kinds of places we love. For us, Libro.fm has been the perfect fit. If you’ve been curious about audiobooks or looking for an alternative to Audible, it may be worth exploring. You might discover your next favorite book—and support an independent bookstore at the same time. Use code SWITCH to get two free audios! note this is an affiliate blog and our one bookstore does make profit share from ordered links. Thanks for shopping our little store! Happy listening, Paper & Vine
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