2026 Gallops in as the Year of the Fire Horse, a rare once-in-60 years spark of magic and momentum. Bursting with fiery energy and adventurous spirit, this year celebrates freedom, bold choices, daring new paths and trying something new. The Fire Horse invites passion, creativity, and fearless curiosity. Just like the Fire Horse, the 2026 Book Bingo encourages readers to leap into new genres, chase unforgettable stories, and let imagination run wild.

Challenge Guidelines:

Gallop into a year of reading adventure!

• Saddle up: Sign up on Beanstack or pick up a paper tracker at the library to begin your journey.
• One book per hoofprint: One book title per square.
• The race runs all year: All books must be read during 2026—no early starts or late finishes.
• Follow the trail: Click each square to reveal its prompt and complete the activity.
• Find your stride: A BINGO can be completed horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
• Prizes along the trail: Enjoy 4 quarterly prize drawings— Participants may win 1 quarterly drawing.
• The final gallop: Every completed BINGO earns an entry into the grand prize drawing, and fully completed BINGO cards also gain another entry into the grand prize drawing.
• Open to readers ages 18 and older.

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