Welcome fellow book lovers, to the Aussie Author Reading Challenge 2020, now in our 11th year! Reading challenges tend to come and go, just like book bloggers as their passions and interests change. So our longevity and the passionate Australian book reviewers that continue to support this initiative are things I am both proud and immensely appreciative of.
Whether you are a patriotic Australian, an aspiring or armchair tourist or simply an international reader wanting to discover some talented new writers and interact with passionate readers, the Aussie Author Challenge could be for you!
Aussie Author Reading Challenge Objective
The objective of this reading 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 by participating in this book challenge?
- A link to every Australian 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 (1100+ engaged subscribers). See past newsletters and subscribe via this link.
- Being welcomed into a passionate group of book lovers, exposure to the diverse range of books being published by Australian writers, and we are sure, your next great read!
Read on to decide which 2020 Aussie Author Challenge level suits you and how you can get involved…
WALLABY
Read and review 3 books 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 books 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 different genre.
KANGAROO
Read and review 12 books 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 different genre.
EMU
Read and review 24 books written by Australian Authors of which at least 10 of those authors are female, at least 10 of those authors are male, and at least 10 of those authors are new to you; Fiction or non-fiction, at least 4 different genre.
STEP 1
Tell the world you are committing to this reading challenge and at what level. You can do that either on your own website, Facebook, Twitter, or basically any form of social media. In that commitment provide a link to this page and where possible display our Aussie Author Challenge 2020 badge to show your support for this initiative.
Auto-Download Challenge BadgeThen register for the challenge by submitting the link to your challenge commitment using the ‘Challenge Registration Button’ below.
STEP 2
Each time you read and review a book for this challenge, please also link to this challenge homepage (and use #AussieAuthor20 on social media). Since not all bookworms are book bloggers, challenge participation will include thoughts about books that you have shared on Goodreads, LibraryThing, Instagram, Facebook or other social media channels. Add a link to wherever you shared your thoughts using the ‘Book Reviews Submission Button’ below so that other participants can read them also.
STEP 3
When you have completed this reading challenge, tell the world about that achievement (on your website/social media post). Then use the ‘Challenge Completion Button’ below to submit a link to that.
If you ever have any difficulties using the submission buttons/forms, don’t hesitate to email me at [email protected] It is very easy for me to fix duplicate entries etc in the back end – don’t worry, everyone makes them :)
Booklists you may find useful in planning your challenge reading:
- Browse all the titles by Aussie Authors featured on Booklover Book Reviews over the years, plus the many books by Aussie Writers 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, 2017, 2018 and 2019 Aussie Author Challenge
- Australian literary award-winning writers: 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
Challenge Registration
Clicking on this ‘Challenge Registration Button’ will open a form to enter your name and URL link. Please note it may take a little while before new information displays in the table above — set to auto-sync/update daily.
Aussie Author Book Reviews
Looking for a particular book, author or book reviewer? Just enter that term in the Search Box and this table will dynamically filter all reviews submitted.
Clicking on this ‘Book Reviews Submission Button’ will open a form to enter your name, book title, book author and link to your review. Please note it may take a little while before new information displays in the table above — set to auto-sync/update hourly.
Challenge Completion
| Name | Link To Blog or Social Media Post |
|---|---|
| Jennifer @ Tasmanian Bibliophile | https://tasmanianbibliophileatlarge.wordpress.com/2020/03/01/2020-aussie-author-challenge/ |
| Avid Series Reader | https://avidseriesreader.blogspot.com/2019/12/2020-aussie-author.html |
| Denise Newton | http://denisenewtonwrites.com/?p=1648 |
Clicking on this ‘Challenge Completion Button’ will open a form to enter your name and URL link. Please note it may take a little while before new information displays in the table above — set to auto-sync/update daily.
Veronica @ The Burgeoning Bookshelf says
I love the new search option Jo. What a great addition!
Joanne P says
So pleased you find it helpful Veronica! It took me a little while to figure out how to set it up, but am quite pleased with the end result and it will be a more cost-effective solution long term (always a bonus).
Sarah says
Thanks for hosting the Aussie Author Challenge again Jo.
I have just got around to posting my summary of the 2019 Aussie Author Challenge and have posted up my first couple of books for the 2020 Aussie Author Challenge.
Looking forward to reading and discovering even more awesome Aussie authors, especially Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander authors, this year.
Joanne P says
Fantastic to have you joining us again Sarah – I’m off to check out your reviews.
M says
Oops, I’ve messed up adding my first book review link. Sorry. It should have been the name of the book (Charlotte Pass) not my name (M)! So sorry.
Joanne P says
No worries at all M – all sorted :)
M says
Thanks. I hope I get it right next time :P
Jeffrey Popple says
Looking forward to being part of the challenge, murdermayhemandlongdogs.com
Joanne P says
Fantastic to have you onboard Jeff – look forward to reading your reviews.
Jennifer Cameron-Smith says
Hello, this is my first time for this challenge. I read a lot of Australian authors, so I’ve selected the Emu Challenge. I’ve included/will include links to my reviews on my blog. The reviews are also available on Goodreads. Thank you for such a challenging challenge :-)
Joanne P says
You are very welcome Jennifer. And, thank you for already contributing reviews of some fascinating titles.
Denise says
First time for this one, I always read a lot of Aussie authors so I’ve chosen the kangaroo level
Joanne P says
Excited to have you joining us Denise – welcome aboard! I look forward to reading your reviews.
Marg says
While I am still reading Aussie authors it is a challenge to commit to any reviews!!
Joanne P says
No worries Marg! Simply by following along, am sure you’ll be adding plenty more to your reading wish list ;)
Lene Bolton says
I am joining this challenge and will post my reviews on Goodreads. Writing reviews is totally new to me and this will be another challenge pushing me outside my comfort zone. HELP!!!
Joanne P says
Welcome Lene – so pleased to have you join us! No pressure on reviewing, we all have our own styles and some books spark more thoughts than others. It is a very supportive group here. The key is simply sharing your own reading experience, for the benefit of both Aussie Authors and fellow book lovers.
Sally906 says
Many of my book loving friends have been doing this challenge each year – this year I am joining them. I will be posting my reviews on Goodreads.
My Goodreads profile can only be seen by other members – but my reviews can be seen by everyone.
Joanne P says
A very warm welcome to the challenge Sally906! Yep, links to reviews on Goodreads have worked well – looking forward to following yours.
Shelleyrae @ Book’d Out says
Jo what’s the hashtag this year?
Joanne P says
#AussieAuthor20 – as short as possible.
Kathryn White says
Thrilled to be back for another year :)
Joanne P says
Thrilled to have you back Kathryn! I look forward to what offbeat finds you share with us this time around.
M says
First time here and I’m aiming for the Kangaroo ✌
Joanne P says
Fantastic! A very warm welcome to the challenge M.
Marianne Vincent says
Going for the big one: Emu
Joanne P says
That comes as no surprise to me at all, as one of the super Aussie Author supporters :)
Great to have you onboard again in 2020 Marianne!
Sally906 says
You’re one of my book friends who has lured me here :)
Joanne P says
Aha, well done Marianne :)