Reading With Muffy – The 2025 Reading Challenge

📚 Hello, fellow readers! The #ReadingWithMuffy Challenge is back, and it’s bigger, better, and more exciting than ever. Whether you’re a seasoned participant or new to this adventure, 2025 is the year to tackle that ever-growing TBR with style—and maybe even a little sass. 🐾

Born in 2020 as a simple thank-you to this amazing bookish community, Reading With Muffy has grown into a beloved tradition. Mufasa, aka Muffy, my golden retriever and self-proclaimed co-host, has been at the heart of it all—cheering on your reading successes (and occasionally stealing the spotlight).

This year, we’re diving into a fresh set of creative prompts that promise to keep your reading life interesting. From books with animal-inspired titles to cozy classics, each month brings a unique twist to your literary journey.

So, if you’re ready to read more, have fun with monthly challenges, and maybe win some exciting prizes along the way, join us for the 2025 #ReadingWithMuffy Challenge. Let’s make this a year to remember, one book at a time!

🆕 What’s New in 2025?

We’re shaking things up this year to make the #ReadingWithMuffy Challenge even more exciting and engaging!

Challenge Duration: The Reading with Muffy challenge spans from January 1, 2025, 0000hrs to December 31, 2025, 2359hrs. It’s a year-long literary journey that awaits you.

📚There are 12 unique book prompts designed to add diversity to your reading list.

📚Choose any book that aligns with the given prompt in your preferred format—be it paperback, ebook, audiobook, or any other format of your choice.

📚For 2025, each prompt is tied to a specific month, and you’ll need to read a book for that prompt within the assigned month. This means no more procrastinating until December—let’s tackle these prompts one month at a time!

📚Once you sign up (details below), you’ll be invited to an exclusive Instagram group for Reading with Muffy participants. This is your space to:

• Collaborate on buddy reads or book club picks
• Interact with fellow readers
• Join discussions about the month’s prompt

This year, it’s all about making the challenge more interactive, organized, and—most importantly—fun. Let’s build a community, share our reading journeys, and celebrate every bookish milestone together! But remember, all activities in the group are optional.

Reading with Muffy- The 2025 Reading Challenge

How #ReadingWithMuffy Works

• Eligibility Requirements:
  📚To participate, sign up using the details provided below.
  
  📚Share your reviews on Instagram with the hashtag #ReadingwithMuffy and tag @kohleyedreads.
  
  📚Monthly Check-In:
  Each month, a dedicated Check-in post will be published on the 1st and will remain open until the last day of the month. This is where you can share your completed reads for that month’s prompt.
  
  📚Instagram Group:
  The link to the Check-in post for each month will be shared in the Instagram group, so you won’t miss it. It’s your go-to place to track progress, interact with participants, and celebrate your reading accomplishments!

🎁 Exciting Prizes Await!

Throughout the year, we’ll be keeping an eye on overall participation and how creatively you engage with the challenge—whether it’s how you engage with the challenge, share your progress, discuss prompts, or bring the excitement of the prompts to life within our community.

At the end of the year, one dedicated participant who completes all 12 prompts will be selected to win an Amazon voucher worth:

• ₹2500 for participants in India or
• $30 USD for international participants

as a token of appreciation for their enthusiasm and commitment. And as always, throughout the year, Muffy’s favorite entries will receive book prizes based on their active participation.

Reading with Muffy – Prompts

January ~ A Paw-some Start to the Year!

January 8th is Muffy’s Barkday, so let’s celebrate our furry, feathered, and scaled friends! Pick a book that has the name of an animal or bird in the title. Whether it’s a roaring tiger, a soaring sparrow, or a loyal hound, let this month’s pick take you on a wild literary ride.

eg: To Kill a Mockingbird, Six of Crows, The Hound of Baskerville, She and Her Cat, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

February ~ Think Pink!

In honor of love and all things rosy, let’s celebrate Valentine’s vibes with a book that sports a pink cover. Soft pastels or vibrant fuchsias—any shade of pink will do!

eg: Kisses & Croissants, The Two Lives of Lydia Bird, One Last Stop, Red White & Royal Blue

March ~ Bigger is Better!

Challenge yourself this month with a hefty tome that’s over 400 pages. It’s the perfect time to finally tackle that epic fantasy, sweeping historical saga, or sprawling contemporary masterpiece you’ve been meaning to read.

eg: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, Throne of Glass, Becoming, Nine Perfect Strangers

April ~ Four’s the Charm!

This month, your task is simple: read a book with exactly four words in its title. Count the words, embrace the quirk, and dive into a book that fits the bill.

eg: Gone With the Wind, A Man Called Ove, Where the Crawdads Sing, The Hate U Give

May ~ Journey to Japan

Explore the Land of the Rising Sun with a book set in Japan. From lush historical fiction to modern dramas, immerse yourself in Japanese landscapes, culture, and storytelling.

eg: Kitchen, Convenience Store Women, The Travelling Cat Chronicles, Sweet Bean Paste

June ~ Father Figures

In the month we honor dads, choose a book featuring a strong father figure. Whether it’s an inspirational mentor, a dedicated parent, or an unexpected hero, celebrate the power of paternal love in literature.

eg: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Pride and Prejudice, A Game of Thrones, A Walk to Remember

July ~ Second Time’s the Charm!

This month is for sequels! Read the second book in a duology, and discover how the story unfolds. Dust off that long-neglected follow-up and finally complete the tale. You may even pick a trilogy that you didn’t get to complete.

eg: Crooked Kingdom, Redemptor, Vengeful

August ~ Beyond Your Borders

Step out of your comfort zone and explore the diversity of India! Pick a book set in an Indian state other than your own and discover stories that span the length and breadth of our incredible country. If you are an International reader, read a book set in India.

eg: Bombay Brides, The Widows of Malabar Hill, The Secret Keeper of Jaipur, The Collector’s Wife, Wari

September ~ A Very Special ‘P’!

This September is extra special because it’s my little one’s first birthday! In her honor, choose a book that starts with the letter P. Let’s make it a celebratory month filled with stories that resonate!

eg: Pride and Prejudice, P S I Love You, Pumpkinheads, People We Meet on Vacation

October ~ Locked In!

Spooky season is here, and so is the perfect genre to match the vibes! Pick a locked room mystery where secrets abound, suspects are trapped, and the solution is as chilling as the Halloween air.

eg: And Then There Were None, The Guest List, The Hunting Party, Murder on the Orient Express, The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle

November ~ Brewing Up Stories

Pour yourself a warm drink and settle in with a book featuring tea, coffee, teashop, or café in the title. It’s a month to cozy up with comforting reads and aromatic beverages.

eg: Before the Coffee Gets Cold, The Pumpkin Spice Cafe, The Little Teashop of Lost and Found, The Tea Dragon Society

December ~ A Classic Finale

What better way to end the year than with a classic? Whether it’s Austen, Dickens, Tagore, or Premchand, revisit the timeless stories that continue to inspire generations.

eg: Wuthering Heights, Dracula, Little Women, Oliver Twist, The Diary of a Young Girl

Save this handy graphic for reference!

Reading with Muffy – Sign Up Form

Here’s what you should do right away!

1. Follow @kohleyedreads on Instagram (This will help you find all the updates, announcements, and recommendations on our Instagram stories.)
2. Write a blog post/ Instagram post announcing your participation in this challenge. You may or may not include your book choices because I understand that you would want to change your choices later.
3. Add the post link to the SignUp linky below.
4. It’d be amazing if you could give a shoutout on your social media using the hashtag #ReadingWithMuffy. and tag us on Instagram so we can reshare and return you a shout-out!

Here is the signup linky.

That’s all for now, folks! The SignUp Post is conveniently located on the sidebar for easy access whenever you need a refresher.

Drop a comment on this post if you have any queries or simply want to share your excitement. We’re here to make this reading journey enjoyable and seamless for you.

Look out for upcoming templates that will serve as valuable companions on your reading adventure. These templates are designed to help you effortlessly track your progress, share your thoughts, and connect with fellow participants.

For now,

Click here to download the prompts in jpg or pdf formats for handy reference!
You also get a bookmark and sticker!

Follow along on Instagram at @kohleyedreads for exciting updates, immersive readalongs, and lively bookish discussions. The heart of #ReadingWithMuffy lies in the community we’ve built together, and we’re thrilled to share this journey with you.

Thank you for joining us in making the 2025 Reading with Muffy challenge an unforgettable adventure. May it spark joy, lead to thrilling literary discoveries, and connect you with a world of fellow book enthusiasts. Here’s to a year filled with stories that inspire, comfort, and transform! 🐾

Happy reading, and let the pages turn!

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