Read Harder: Tips and Tricks for a Bigger, Better Reading Life

Created by Book Riot, an online destination devoted to people who live to read, Read Harder is a smartly designed reading log consisting of entry pages to record stats, impressions, and reviews of each book you read.

This is not just a log to keep track of what you read and your own personal reviews. Evenly interspersed among these entry pages are 12 challenges inspired by Book Riot's annual Read Harder initiative, which began in 2015 to encourage readers to pick up passed-over books, try out new genres, and choose titles from a wider range of voices and perspectives. Challenge yourself to:

  • Read a book about books
  • Read a book that was originally published in another language
  • Read a biography of an author you admire
  • Read a book set in a bookstore
  • And more!
Indulge your inner book nerd and read a book about books, get a new perspective on current events by reading a book written by an immigrant, find a hidden gem by reading a book published by an independent press, and so much more. Each challenge includes an inspiring quotation, an explanation of why the challenge will prove to be rewarding, and five book recommendations that fulfill the challenge.

If you're a book lover, buy it for yourself. If your friends and family love books, buy it for them. If you are in a reading group, buy it for all of them. If you are encouraging a child or grandchild to develop a love of books and literature, buy it for them. Each and every person will be grateful.

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Published Sep 4, 2018

166 pages

Average rating: 8

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Community Reviews

Sue Dix
Mar 14, 2026
8/10 stars
I love Book Riot! I listen to so many of their podcasts and read so many of their newsletters and get so many book recommendations. This book expands on all of the Book Riot content, consolidating it into one handy reference guide. Some of it is out of date, and not all of it is relevant for everyone, but it gives excellent advice for expanding your reading skills. I did read this straight through, but the structure allows for skipping around.

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