Did you miss a month? No worries! You can start at any time during the challenge. Want to catch up but need some help? You'll find our recommendations by month/theme. Click on the heading to expand the selection with the recommendations.
Each image of the book cover is a link to a description and more book details from Goodreads. The Library Availability will give you details of format and availability by library. Pick your title and start reading!
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For January, we want you to read a book that has a one word title. No restrictions other than that. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For February, we want you to read a book about travel and/or adventure. No restrictions other than that. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For March, we want you to read a book about a true story. No restrictions other than that. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For April, we want you to read an award winner. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For May, we want you to read something that makes you think of heroes, villains, or both. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For June, we want you to read something that makes you laugh, guffaw, chuckle, or just smile. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For July, we want you to read an author’s debut. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For August, we want you to read a book set in another world. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For September, we want you to read a book that's also been a movie or TV show. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For October, we want you to read a book that’s thrilling. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For November, we want you to read a book that’s about animals. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
Welcome to Southside Reads! We’re challenging you to read a variety of books in 2022 by assigning a different category to every month, but don’t worry! The categories are broad enough to put your own spin on them.
For December, we want you to read a book that’s about foods. Go out and find a book, but if you want some suggestions to get you thinking, check out the list below (with information about local library availability*):
