How a reading challenge can help you reach your reading goal

Are you trying to read more books this year? A reading challenge is one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay motivated. By setting a clear goal and holding yourself accountable, you can turn reading into a fun habit and discover new books along the way. And if you’re on iPhone, iPad, or Mac, the Book Tracker app is the perfect companion to help you reach your reading goals.

Why a reading challenge works

The power of a reading challenge lies in its clarity. Instead of vaguely saying “I want to read more,” you set a specific number of books you want to complete in a year. This goal gives you focus, keeps you on track, and gives you a sense of achievement with every book finished.

How Book Tracker helps you succeed

Book Tracker makes it easy to set, track, and complete your reading challenge:

• Set your yearly goal: choose how many books you want to read this year and follow your progress step by step.
• Track your reading: log pages read (or minutes, for audiobooks) and see your stats update instantly.
• View detailed statistics: discover your monthly progress, favorite authors, most-read genres, and compare your habits over time.
• Use the Reading Timer and Live Activity: see how much time you spend reading and keep the timer always at hand on your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island.
• Stay motivated with Widgets and Shortcuts: start the timer, jump back into your current read, or check progress directly from your Home Screen.
• Organize your TBR: add books by scanning a barcode or searching by title, then keep them ready in your library or in a dedicated Smart List.
• Rate and review your books: reflect on what you’ve read and keep a personal record of your thoughts.

Make reading fun and rewarding

With Book Tracker, your reading challenge becomes more than just a number. You’ll see your progress in real time, enjoy insights about your reading habits, and have all your books neatly organized across iPhone, iPad, and Mac thanks to iCloud sync.

If you want to read more this year, set up your Reading Challenge in Book Tracker and let the app help you stay motivated, organized, and inspired.