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  2026 Reading Challenges

Ashleigh

The reading challenges I am taking part in in 2026 are: Goal: 150 Disney:44 Disney Princesses: 4 Disney Heroes: 4 Furry Friends: 4 Sassy Sidekicks: 4 Pixar Pals: 4 Disney Destinations: 4 Magical Objects: 4 Villains: 4 Sensational Six: 4 Disney Songs: 4 Bonus – Disney Babies: 4 The Nerd Daily:52 Dymocks – total to… Continue reading   2026 Reading Challenges

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Sunday Reilly is All Out of F*cks to Give by Meaghan Wilson Anastasios

Ashleigh

Title: Sunday Reilly is All Out of F*cks to Give Author: Meaghan Wilson Anastasios Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Fourth Horseman Books Published: 20th January 2026 Format: Paperback Pages: 296 Price: $5.99 Kindle/$26.99 Paperback Synopsis: SUNDAY REILLY IS ALL OUT OF F*CKS TO GIVE Life might be telling Sunday Reilly she’s past her use-by date.  But she’s… Continue reading Sunday Reilly is All Out of F*cks to Give by Meaghan Wilson Anastasios

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2025 Reading Summary

Ashleigh

I write roundups that are broad and focused, and split them into men, women, Australian, non-Australian, children’s, young adult, adult, LGBTQIA, Disabled and co-authored books. There is also a post with everything and a summary at the end. So if people want to look at something in particular, they can. My final reading stats for… Continue reading 2025 Reading Summary

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2025 reading round up

Ashleigh

In 2025, I read 270 books across every genre, style, and author identity I came across. Reviewing and judging activities meant a lot more reading, and until the end of the year, a lot less time to read the books I wanted to get through on my shelves. It was a delicate balancing act to… Continue reading 2025 reading round up

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Total Women

Ashleigh

Each year, I try my best to read as many books by women as possible, and to read as diversely as possible. In 2025, I read 234, participated in judging an award, and of course, continued to do my reviewing. Reading across as many styles and genres as possible, based on what I had from… Continue reading Total Women

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A Dash of Adventure by Julie Williams & Mitch Oates, illustrated by Caroline Keys

Ashleigh

Title: A Dash of Adventure Author: Julie Williams & Mitch Oates, illustrated by Caroline Keys Genre: Fiction Publisher: Little Steps Publishing Published: December 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 32 Price: $16.95 – $29.95 AUD Synopsis: A Dash of Adventure is a fun and exciting new children’s book that celebrates imagination, family, inclusion and adventure.Ideal for kids,… Continue reading A Dash of Adventure by Julie Williams & Mitch Oates, illustrated by Caroline Keys

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Book Grocer Book Bingo 2026

Ashleigh

I’m participating in the Book Grocer Book Bingo again this year, and using the genre challenge to see what genres I read. There are a few that I don’t usually read, and sometimes that cross over into what I do read. The prompts this year are interesting, and I am sure there are many I… Continue reading Book Grocer Book Bingo 2026

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Earth Speak: Boodjar Wangkiny by Sean McCann, illustrated by Jade Goodwin

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Title: Earth Speak: Boodjar Wangkiny Author: Sean McCann, illustrated by Jade Goodwin Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 3rd June 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $26.99 Synopsis: A joyful story celebrating the natural world, the sharing of culture through Noongar language and the awe that comes from seeing, hearing and feeling how elemental… Continue reading Earth Speak: Boodjar Wangkiny by Sean McCann, illustrated by Jade Goodwin

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Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow: Nevermoor 4 by Jessica Townsend

Ashleigh

Title: Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow: Nevermoor 4 Author: Jessica Townsend Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Lothian/Hachette Published: 30th April 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 663 Price: $18.99Synopsis: The highly anticipated fourth book in the award-winning Nevermoor series from one of Australia's best-selling and most loved authors.In the magical city of Nevermoor, long-buried secrets are coming to… Continue reading Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow: Nevermoor 4 by Jessica Townsend

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Readings Book Bingo

Ashleigh

I wasn’t going to add anymore challenges this year, but the Readings Book Bingo looked fun, and I thought why not. I was able to fill in some categories already with what I have read so far this year – so ten out of twenty-five filled, to relieve some stress as I go through my… Continue reading Readings Book Bingo