We’re already 4.5 months into 2025, and I’m excited to say I only have five squares left to fill on my reading challenge bingo card! It’s been such a fun—and sometimes tricky—experience trying to track down books that match each of the unique prompts. Half the fun is not knowing whether the book you pick will turn out to be a hidden gem or a total flop. Some surprised me in the best ways, others… not so much. Either way, each book has added something to the journey. Here’s a quick recap of the titles I’ve read so far and how they fit into the challenge:

And that’s where things stand so far! I can already tell this challenge has pushed me to read things I probably wouldn’t have picked up otherwise. If you’re doing a reading challenge this year too, I’d love to hear how it’s going for you! What’s been your favorite book so far? Read my initial post here with a download for you to keep track of your progress!  Also, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram and add #25babblingbabebooks to your post and drop your recs or rants in the comments—I’m always looking for new reads.