Clear Your TBR with this Book Bingo Challenge!
Struggling to decide what to read next? Look no further than Wunderkind PR’s Book Bingo Challenge. Our hope is to inspire you to tackle your towering TBR! Ranging across genres and age ranges, there’s something for every reader. And we’ve provided suggestions in the list below based on the categories we created. There’s no time limit, so enjoy at your own pace! Happy reading!
Read a timely fiction book: The Home for Wayward Girls by Marcia Bradley
Named one of Goodreads “Buzziest Debut Novels of the Year,” The Home for Wayward Girls by Marcia Bradley tells the story of one young woman’s escape from a Troubled Teen Industry (TTI) program. Paris Hilton has disclosed her own horrific time in these programs and unfortunately, while this issue is gaining awareness, important reforms still need to be made. This insightful read is a must for anyone looking for a novel that celebrates the power of women and hope.
Read a New York Times bestseller: The Last Comics on Earth by Max Brallier and Joshua Pruett, illustrated by Jay Cooper and Douglas Holgate
Bestselling author Max Brallier and co-author Joshua Pruett join forces on a new middle grade graphic novel, The Last Comics on Earth, which landed on the New York Times bestseller list. A spin-off book based on the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Last Kids on Earth, this color popping graphic novel follows the kids heroes readers know and love from the The Last Kids series as they try to create their own comic book.
Read a book written by comedians: The Area 51 Interns series, Area 51 Interns #3: Time Chasers by James S. Murray and Carsen Smith
From the mind of Murr from the Impractical Jokers and comedian Carsen Smith comes the third book in the hilarious and action-packed series about a world of bizarre creatures, wacky gadgets, and four kid interns at the most interesting place on Earth: Area 51! This third book in the debut middle-grade series, Area 51 Interns is filled with enough high-tech hijinks, strange creatures and technology, and laugh-out-loud humor (plus an extra color insert full of gadgets) to make even Area 51 skeptics hooked for more!
Read about an unlikely detective : Drew Leclair Gets a Clue and Drew Leclair Crushes the Case by Katryn Bury
Drew Leclair certainly has her hands full in Katryn Bury’s latest book, Drew Leclair Crushes the Case. Between working on the case of the locker thief, avoiding trouble in school, and trying to figure out her identity as a young bisexual girl, it’s almost too much for one middle schooler to take! But using her passion for solving crime, Drew tracks down clues in order to help her friends, and starts to learn a little more about herself in the process. Readers of all ages will find something to love about Drew and her friends as they solve crime and learn about themselves in the process.
Read a book written in verse: A Work in Progress by Jarrett Lerner
Jarrett Lerner’s breakout middle grade novel in verse, A Work in Progress, is a personal, difficult and incredibly important read for every reader. Based on his own struggles with body image and disordered eating, Jarrett writes about Will, a young boy who also struggles with body image. Follow Will on his journey to self-acceptance, told through powerful prose, verse and illustration.
Read a book by an international author: Darkness Calls by Michael Katz Krefeld
Scandinavian crime-writing king and bestselling author Michael Katz Krefeld makes his English language debut with Darkness Calls, the first in his gripping Cecilie Mars series. Michael recently held strong at the #1 bestselling spot for 9 weeks in Denmark, and international readers are hooked on his novels. Dive into international waters with this thrilling new series and enjoy this gritty and fast-paced read.
Read a book starring a dog: Truffle: A Dog (and Cat) Story By David McPhail
Based on a real dog from beloved author and illustrator David McPhail’s life, Truffle is a sweet story about a dog who is determined never to like cats …until the day when that all changes. A beautifully illustrated picture book about the power of friendship, Truffle is a must-read for dogs and cat lovers.
Read a genre-bending novel: Night’s Edge by Liz Kerin
The allegorical vampire stories of the past are turned on their heads in Night’s Edge. In this new kind of coming-of-age story, Kerin uses the vampire trope to explore codependency in families, creating a story about the darkest secrets we hide and just how monstrous we can be to the ones we love. (content warning for violence, child abuse)
Read a book written by a screenwriter: Androne by Dwain Worrell
Marvel and Disney+ television writer Dwain Worrell jumps headfirst into the literary world in his debut novel Androne. Set in the near future, Dwain uses his highly cinematic style to create a propulsive story that centers around a terrifying event called the Ninety-Nine, where all major military installments on earth were eviscerated. Fit for the movie screen, Dwain imagines humanity’s war with an unknown enemy in a pulse-pounding, twisty science fiction thriller.
Read to learn something new! The Better Man: A Guide to Consent, Stronger Relationships and Hotter Sex by Eric FitzMedrud
No matter your relationship status, it’s worth learning about how to improve your mindset in your partnerships, outside the bedroom and in. Sex positive psychologist Eric FitzMedrud creates a practical guide to navigate sexual relationships with respect in The Better Man. In an effort to teach men the skills to be better lovers, partners and human, Eric uses everyday examples to provide accurate sex-positive information. Eric’s mission is to help men learn how to ask for the passionate sex they want and listen well enough to deliver the pleasure their partner desires.
Read a book that went viral: There Are Moms Way Worse by Glenn Boozan and illustrated by Priscilla Witte
Currently trending among mommy bloggers, Glenn Boozan’s There Are Moms Way Worse surged into the top 20 of all bestselling books on Amazon and the New York Times bestseller list. Written for her sister who was a new mother, Glenn encourages nervous new moms to reject perfectionism and embrace ‘my best is good enough’ by offering wacky (and real) examples of the worst parents in the animal kingdom.
Read an equestrian themed novel: The Truth about Horses by Christy Cashman
Following her mother’s sudden death, fourteen-year-old Reese and her father lose one another, as well as their family horse business, and go on separate, grief-stricken paths. In this tender tale of not giving up hope, Reese meets Wes, a selective mute, and decides to trust a force beyond explanation to run the horse race her mother always knew she could. Heartfelt, magical, and entertaining, The Truth about Horses is a must-read for horse lovers everywhere.
Read an award-winning debut: The Messenger by Megan Davis
Winner of the Bridport Prize for a first unpublished novel and the Lucy Cavendish Prize, The Messengers is a spine-tingling debut thriller set in the dark heart of Paris. After moving back to France to live with his father, one night of rebellion changes their lives forever when Alex’s father is found dead. Despite protesting his innocence, Alex is imprisoned for murder. Seven years later, Alex is released and must uncover the truth behind his father’s killer, fight his own demons, and find justice as other shocking revelations come to light.
Read a memoir about family history: Unearthed by Meryl Frank
Named one of Hadassah Magazine’s must-reads for spring 2023, Unearthed describes Meryl’s search for her cousin Franya Winter, a celebrated actress in Vilna before WWII, through archives across four continents, by way of chance encounters and miraculous discoveries. Eventually, guided by the shocking truth recorded in the pages of a forbidden book, Frank’s search for the truth illuminates the cultural haven of Vilna and its resistance during WWII.
Read a book with a women’s health angle: A Boob’s Life by Leslie Lehr
Her first project after breast cancer treatment, award-winning author Leslie Lehr’s A Boob’s Life is a striking account of America’s obsession with breasts and how it has shaped generations of women’s relationships with their bodies. Part women’s history, part memoir, Lehr combines her personal narrative–from girls’ teeny bikini tops to family politics and her breast cancer treatment journey–with national history–from the 1960s women’s liberation movement to the #MeToo Movement and more.
Read a post-Soviet thriller: The Siberia Job by Josh Haven
Based on true events, The Siberia Job by Josh Haven follows the story of a Texas businessman who travels to the furthest reaches of post-Soviet Russia in search of the country’s new wealth ― and finds new dangers as well. The book is a thrilling adventure which charts a course through one of the most impactful periods in recent Russian history, whose reverberations continue to be felt in the present day.
Read a historical fiction book set in France: The Three Lives of Alix St. Pierre by Natasha Lester
Perfect for history buffs and fashion lovers, The Three Lives of Alix St. Pierre by Natasha Lester is an unforgettable and fascinating tale of an orphan turned WWII spy turned fashion icon in Paris. After an Allied victory as a WWII spy in Switzerland, Alix St. Pierre moves to Paris to become the director of publicity for the yet-to-be-launched House of Dior. But when a figure from the war reappears and threatens to destroy her future, Alix must right the wrongs of the past and find justice.
Read a romance retelling: Midnight Duet by Jen Comfort
How does a gender-bent Phantom of the Opera romance retelling sound? If you’re into a bit of drama, not put off by a rat named Javert, and like the idea of hair metal bands and glam rock gods, you should read this deliciously bonkers novel by Jen Comfort.
Read a space opera: Meru by SB Divya
Meru is a thrilling epic space opera about a human and her alloy pilot, exploring the universe and finding a place for humanity outside the confines of Earth. If you like your science fiction with a side of futuristic political commentary and romance, add Meru to your TBR list immediately.
Read a book about friendship and forgiveness: Hidden Truths by Elly Swartz
When Dani is left injured after an accident, her longtime best friend Eric is determined to get answers about the explosion despite Dani’s protests. But when Eric’s discoveries bring him in direct conflict with another friend, he must reassess his loyalty. In her latest novel, Elly explores the idea that not only is truth crucial to a genuine friendship, but forgiveness, for everyone involved, can be the most difficult but worthwhile reward.
Read a thriller in a best-selling series: Hanging the Devil (Cape Weather Mysteries #5) by Tim Maleeny
Set in San Francisco’s Chinatown, Hanging The Devil by Tim Maleeny is the fifth installment in the award-winning Cape Weathers Mysteries series, and is also a perfect standalone read. When a helicopter crashes into the Asian Art Museum, an art heist turns into a tragedy as eleven-year-old Grace’s uncle is killed and a priceless statue is stolen by two men and a ghost-like figure. As the clock winds down on finding the mysterious crew of criminals, Detective Cape Weathers enlists aid from some unlikely allies to lay a trap for a ghost who has no intention of being caught.
Read a book that changes your perspective: BenchTalk: Wisdoms Inspired in Nature by Nature Sacred, edited by Salma Hasan Ali
Dozens of Marylanders, New Yorkers, Virginians, Washingtonians, Iowans, Alabamians, Missourians and Oregonians are about to become published authors. The thoughts they left behind in yellow journals tucked under unique benches will be published in a beautiful book from Nature Sacred, a non-profit that centers on connecting people with nearby nature,. From the playful to the profound, these entries serve as a reminder of what happens when we pause, if only for a moment, in nature.
Read a heist novel: The Queen of Days by Greta Kelly
Perfect for fans of heist hits Six of Crows and The Lies of Locke Lamora, Greta Kelly’s The Queen of Days tells the story of Balthazar and his family of thieves. Stealing a statue of the god Karanis was the perfect chance to stick it to the governor who murdered Bal’s parents and make a little money while doing it. But when the ceremonial magic opens a portal for a god to crawl through, Bal and his crew must fight their way to save the city and kill a god.
Read a book about disassembling Big Tech: The Internet Con: How To Seize The Means of Computation by Cory Doctorow
Cory Doctorow shares a plan to dismantle big tech and break free from the technology prison in which we find ourselves. Compiling knowledge gained from Cory’s 20 years experience fighting for digital rights, this passionate and detailed manifesto will enlighten and motivate you to think critically about technology’s place in our lives and how we can use it safely and more productively.
