Our Aussie Author Challenge 2019 homepage is now live and taking sign-ups!
The Aussie Author Challenge 2018, now in it’s 9th year.
Whether you are a patriotic Australian, an aspiring or armchair tourist or simply an international reader wanting to discover some talented new authors and interact with like-minded readers, the Aussie Author Challenge could be for you!
The objective of this challenge is to showcase the quality and diversity of the books being produced by Australian authors.
This dedicated page here at Booklover Book Reviews will be your one-stop shop for the challenge.
What is there to gain from participating in this reading challenge?
- A link to every book review you publish and link up below will be featured in the ‘Aussie Author Challenge Update’ section of our fortnightly Booklover Book Reviews Newsletter (currently ~1000 subscribers). See past newsletters and subscribe via this link.
- Being welcomed into a passionate group of book lovers and exposure to the diverse range of books being published by Australian authors!
Read on to decide which Aussie Author Challenge level suits you and how you can get involved.
WALLABY
Read and review 3 titles written by Australian authors, of which at least 1 of those authors are female, at least 1 of those authors are male, and at least 1 of those authors are new to you; Fiction or non-fiction, any genre.
WALLAROO
Read and review 6 titles written by Australian authors, of which at least 2 of those authors are female, at least 2 of those authors are male, and at least 2 of those authors are new to you; Fiction or non-fiction, at least 2 genre.
KANGAROO
Read and review 12 titles written by Australian Authors of which at least 4 of those authors are female, at least 4 of those authors are male, and at least 4 of those authors are new to you; Fiction or non-fiction, at least 3 genre.
How to Join:
1. Tell the world you are committing to this challenge and at what level – you can do that either on your own website, facebook, google+, twitter or basically any form of social media. In that commitment provide a link to this page and where possible display the Aussie Author Challenge 2018 badge to show your support for the initiative.
Copy and paste this html code to insert this challenge badge on your website:
Then register for the challenge by adding a link to your challenge commitment to the Registration Link List below.
2. Each time you read and review a book please also link to this challenge homepage (and #AussieAuthor on twitter). Since not all book lovers are book bloggers, challenge participation will include thoughts about books that you’ve shared on Goodreads or other social media channels. Add a link to wherever you shared your thoughts about a book read for this challenge in the ‘Book Reviews List’ below.
3. When you have completed this challenge tell the world about that achievement, and link to that completion announcement via the Challenge Completion Linky below.
If you ever have any difficulties using the forms below don’t hesitate to email me at [email protected]
Resources you may find useful:
- Browse all the Aussie Authors featured on Booklover Book Reviews over the years, plus the many titles by Aussie Authors in our ever growing Book Wishlist
- Links to thousands of reviews of titles by Australian Authors written by participants of the 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 Aussie Author Challenge
- Australian literary award winners: Miles Franklin Award, The Age Book of the Year, Prime Minister’s Literary Award, Patrick White Award, Ned Kelly Awards, The Stella Prize, Aurealis Awards
Disclosure: If you click a link in this post and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission.
Challenge Registration
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Aussie Book Reviews
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Challenge Completion
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Veronica @The Burgeoning Bookshelf says
Thank you for a great challenge Jo. I’m looking forward to joining in again in 2019.
Joanne P says
Thank you Veronica for making such a fantastic contribution to it! :)
Tracey (Carpe Librum blog) says
I’ve just published and linked my post completing this reading challenge, so thanks again for another terrific year Jo.
Joanne P says
Thank you Tracey for being such a great supporter of the challenge!
Kathryn says
Umm, I’ve put the link in the wrong box yet again. I’m so, so sorry about that Jo.
Joanne P says
No worries at all Kathryn – super easy for me to fix!
Tina Culbertson says
Oh man, I added my male Aussie author post in the registration. That will teach me to look carefully before linking up! Please feel free to remove that one. Sorry!
Joanne P says
No worries at all Tina! Took me mere moments to fix :)
May says
Sorry, I put an entry in the wrong area – again!
Joanne P says
No worries at all May – easily fixed! :)
Kathryn says
Sorry Jo, I accidentally placed my link in the wrong list!
Joanne P says
No worries, easily fixed!
Erin says
I’ve taken a hiatus with my blog, but I’m still reading, so I’m in (again) this year :)
Joanne P says
Great to have you with us again Erin! :)
Carol Seeley says
I am back for the 2018 challenge Jo :0
Joanne P says
Wonderful to have you back for another year of this challenge Carol! Your unwavering support for this objective is very much appreciate.
May says
So apologetic. I’ve added my review to the wrong section and am unable to delete. So so sorry.
Joanne P says
No need to be sorry May! That’s so easily done, plus super easy for me to fix :)
PS: Great review
Tina Culbertson says
I’m super excited to join this group and expand my knowledge about Australian authors. Stepping in slowly with the Wallaby level.
Joanne P says
There are lots of lesser known gems to be found Tina – happy reading!
Veronica says
I’m excited and nervous to be entering the Aussie author challenge for the first year. I will be trying for Wallaroo level.
Joanne P says
We are excited to have you join us Veronica. No need to be nervous, we’re a very friendly group of book lovers :)
Rosalie says
I have added two books. Sorry I messed up my first addition
Joanne P says
No worries at all Rosalie – super easy for me to fix, all sorted now.
Rosalie says
Hi all I am planning on attempting Kangaroo Level
Joanne P says
Fantastic, welcome to the challenge Rosalie!
Sarah says
Well the Aussie Author Challenge 2018 is off to a good start for me…with a 10/10 book: Terra Nullius by Claire G. Coleman. I’ve just posted my review. Really recommend it, especially for people who like historical fiction.
Sue says
Hi, I have just found this site and challenge! I read a lot of books, many of them by Aussie authors. I am currently busy reading new ones by authors coming to the Perth Festival Writers Week in February, so should easily make the Kangaroo status!
Joanne P says
Welcome Sue, to Booklover Book Reviews and the Aussie Author Challenge! Ooh, love pre festival reading – enjoy. Look forward to seeing which new authors/title feature in your review list.
May says
Looking forward to participating in 2018. May the year be great for reading. (Great start so far with this wretched hot weather).
Kangaroo Level here we come :)
Joanne P says
My sentiments exactly May… when all else fails there will be great books! Great to have you joining us again in 2018.
Kelly says
Oh this is perfect for me! I probably read in excess of fourty or more lol#LoveOzYA and #LoveOZMG novels per year actually. I try to review as many as possible but there’s not always enough hours in the day. I’d love to take part! If anyone is looking for Australian young adult recommendations, you can find me chattering away on Twitter @divabooknerd so please get in touch! Thank you so much for hosting. Will spread the word tomorrow <3
Joanne P says
Our YA representation in the review list has been a little slim in past years so excited to have you joining us Kelly!
Bianca says
Hi all and Happy New Year. I will attempt the Kangaroo. Here’s hoping that 2018 will be a great year for reading and life in general.
Joanne P says
Hear hear Bianca! You smashed the target last year. Fantastic to have you back for another year of the challenge :)
Kathryn says
All signed up and ready to go!
Joanne P says
Your fervent support of this challenge over the years is very much appreciated Kathryn!
Kathryn says
Brilliant, thank you!
Sanch @ Sanch Writes says
Signed up for the 2018 challenge and looking forward to it! :)
Joanne P says
Fantastic to have you back with us for another year Sanch :)