Setting a goal to read more books each year is exciting. The hard part? Staying motivated once the year gets busy. Work, family, and everyday distractions often get in the way of our best reading intentions.
The good news is that with the right strategies, and the right tools, you can keep your momentum and make reading a consistent, joyful part of your life.
1. Set realistic goals
The first step to success is choosing a goal that actually fits your lifestyle. Reading 50 books might sound inspiring, but if you usually read 5, that number could quickly feel discouraging.
Start with something achievable and build from there. With Book Tracker, you can set a yearly Reading Challenge in just a tap, and the app will track your progress automatically.
2. Track your progress
Seeing your progress is one of the most powerful motivators. Every book finished is a milestone, and logging it gives you a clear sense of accomplishment.
Book Tracker updates your stats in real time, showing you how many books you’ve completed, how many are left, and how your pace compares month by month. Watching that number climb is an instant boost of motivation.
3. Make reading part of your daily routine
Motivation often comes from habit. Even 10–15 minutes a day adds up to dozens of books a year. Choose a slot that works for you — before bed, during your commute, or on your lunch break — and protect it as your reading time.
Book Tracker’s Reading Timer helps here: start it when you open your book, and it records your sessions. Thanks to Live Activity, the timer stays visible on your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island, keeping you focused.
4. Read what excites you
Nothing kills motivation faster than forcing yourself through a book you don’t enjoy. Remember: reading should be fun. If a book isn’t working, set it aside and grab one you’re genuinely curious about.
Organize your TBR list in Book Tracker with Tags or Smart Lists, so you always have a next read ready that matches your mood, whether it’s a short thriller or a long fantasy epic.
5. Celebrate milestones
Don’t wait until December to feel accomplished. Celebrate along the way: finishing your first 5 books, hitting your halfway mark, or wrapping up a long-awaited classic.
Book Tracker makes it easy to see your milestones and reflect on how far you’ve come. Pair it with widgets on your Home Screen to keep that sense of progress always in sight.
Final thoughts
Staying motivated to read more every year isn’t about discipline alone. It’s about setting realistic goals, making reading part of your daily rhythm, and keeping it enjoyable.
With a little planning and a tool like Book Tracker to track goals, stats, and progress, you’ll be amazed at how much you can read in a year.
Ready to smash your reading goals? Open Book Tracker, set your challenge, and let the pages add up.
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