In 2026, I want to be more intentional with what I read — not just how much. This book challenge is my way of slowing down, escaping when I need to, and choosing stories and nonfiction that actually add something to my life.
This list is a mix of comfort reads, emotional novels, mindset-shifting books, financial books, and page-turners for when I’m in a reading slump. Some of these books are ones I’ve been meaning to read forever, and others are BookTok favourites I’m fi...
If you’re also setting a 2026 reading goal, want a realistic book challenge, or just need ideas for what to read next, feel free to use this list alongside me. Read one category a month, pick at random, or follow along week by week — there’s no press...
Here’s to reading more (and scrolling less) in 2026 🤍
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Romance
Money
Romance
This is one of those nostalgic, heart-tugging love stories that feels like summer in book form. Set across golden lake days and second chances, it explores first love, growing up, and the kind of relationships that never really leave you. Emotional w...
Every Summer After | Carley Fortune
This novel is all about ambition, connection, and the quiet moments that shape who we become. Taylor Jenkins Reid weaves together love, friendship, and personal growth against a richly atmospheric backdrop that feels immersive and emotional without b...
Atmosphere: A Love Story | Taylor Jenkins Reid
Money
This book completely shifts how you think about spending — not as guilt or restriction, but as a tool to build a life you actually enjoy. Morgan Housel explores how intentional spending, values-based choices, and long-term thinking can bring more pea...
The Art of Spending Money: Simple Choices for a Richer Life | Morgan Housel