Beanstack: Reading challenges and personalised recommendations

26 Books in 2026

Love reading? Here's your chance to win prizes!

Log your reading throughout the year on the Beanstalk app or website to earn badges. Complete the challenge and go in to win.

Register for a Waikato District Libraries Beanstack account today.

Beanstack – Autumn Reading Challenge

Ages 0–15

Dates: 30 March – 10 May (6 weeks)

Snuggle up with a good book this autumn! Participants can:

• Track their reading and log minutes
• Earn badges for every 15 minutes read
• Write a book review for an extra badge

Each badge earned = 1 entry into the prize draw (the more badges, the more chances to win!).

Prizes include:

• Android Tablet
• JBL Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones
• Plus spot prizes throughout the challenge

Every reader has a chance to win, so encourage regular logging and participation.

Beanstack – Genre Challenge (Bingo)

Ages 16+

Dates: 30 March – 10 May (6 weeks)

Encourage readers to step outside their usual choices and explore new genres, authors, and styles.

Participants can:

• Earn badges for every 30 minutes read
• Complete Bingo-style genre challenges
• Write book reviews for extra badges
  

Each badge = 1 entry into the prize draw (the more badges, the more chances to win!).

Prizes include:

• Android Tablet
• JBL Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones
• Plus spot prizes throughout the challenge

Every reader has a chance to win, so encourage regular logging and participation.