f you’ve ever wanted to dip your toe into mythology retellings but weren’t sure where to begin, you’re not alone. Between Greek gods, Norse tricksters, and legends drawn from cultures around the world, the genre can feel intimidating—like you need a degree in classics just to pick your next read. You don’t. This guide brings … Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to Mythology Retellings
I’m especially excited about this month’s prompts. Folklore has long been a personal fascination of mine—I even wrote a term paper on Appalachian folklore and superstitions years ago, and I’ve been hooked ever since. With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner and all the rich folklore tied to it, this feels like the perfect … Continue reading March Theme: Fairytales & Folklore
We have left the color themes behind and are deep into our first genre theme - Science Fiction! I have to tell you - as much as I loved reading the rainbow last year, I really have loved digging deeper into this genre and exploring some subgenres I wouldn't have otherwise picked up. How is … Continue reading January Theme: Science Fiction
Welcome to the final month of the Read With Lindsey 2025 Reading Challenge! Between the holidays and the red cheeks from the cold, this month's theme feels spot on! We are excited to close out the year with some of my favorite prompts and to start looking forward to our new 2026 Reading Challenge prompts … Continue reading December Theme: Red
We are in full on holiday here with the start of November - Thanksgiving is fast approaching and Christmas not too far behind. And as the holiday season approaches, the weather is turning cooler and the community events start in full swing. I'm enjoying the fall festivals and carnivals happening around town, but am looking … Continue reading November Theme: Brown
October brings earlier sunsets and one of my favorite holidays - All Hallows Eve! And what better way to celebrate than with the color black. Signifying darkness and spook, our theme this month will help put us in the mood for all things eerie at the end of the month! Over the past few years, … Continue reading October Theme: Black
It won't be long before the leaves start to change colors and one of my favorite seasons will be upon us - Autumn! I love watching the leaves turn orange and feel the weather turn cooler. This is the point in the year when my heart starts begging for a weekend in the mountains, too … Continue reading September Theme: Orange
The summer is coming to an end and our house is headed into back to school mode - are you? Our prompts this month honor the struggles that come with the busy running around that comes with this time of year. Quick books, fairytale retellings, and coming of age novels all feel right for this … Continue reading August Theme: Coral
It's my birthday month! That also means it's halfway through the year, and the summer. It's hotter than hot outside and I'm spending most of my time inside reading good books in the A/C dreaming of places far away. How are you spending your time this summer? Our monthly prompt for July is my favorite … Continue reading July Theme: Turquoise
Happy June, friends! This month is all about the Dads and Grads usually, so we chose blue for our monthly color. However, June is also Pride Month! If you're celebrating, feel free to substitute rainbow as your monthly color! We are kicking off Pride Month by reading a book by an LGBTQ+ author. We are … Continue reading June Theme: Blue
