Ultimate Book Nerd - 2026

UBN is Back for the 5th year!

Read 50 books that fit in our new categories to complete the challenge!

Is your nose always buried in a book? Is there a giant stack of books on your nightstand? Do you say things like, “so many books, so little time” or “just one more chapter”? Are you on the hold list for the next book of all your favorite series? If so, you just might be a candidate to become an…ULTIMATE BOOK NERD!

Q: How do you officially become a card-carrying Ultimate Book Nerd?

A: Read 50 books that fit our challenge categories between January 1 – December 31, 2026.

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The Details:

• Teens and Adults: Read one (1) book per category. Think broadly as you think about the category—feel free to go outside the box and be sure to find a book that works for the challenge AND for you!

• Kids 12 and younger: You are part of UBN Jr. You have your own book categories. 

• Audiobooks, e-books, and graphic novels all count.

• You must have a valid Concord Public Library card to participate!

Registration:  

You must be registered to participate in this program. Use this link to sign up and we will send you your reading logs via email. You may also register in person and pick up printed copies of the reading logs. 

FAQ’s:

Q: Where did this awesome idea come from? 

A: Friendly public librarians from the great state of Idaho who were gracious enough to share their brainchild.

Q: Do the books I read for UBN, count toward my summer and winter reading goals or 1000 Books Before Kindergarten? 

A: Yes! Since this is a year-long program, you can count them for other programs/book challenges as they come up.

Q: What if I need book suggestions/recommendations? 

A:  Librarians are standing by—ready to help! Ask us in-person or by Email for ideas, or check out our binders of recommended books at the Main Circulation Desk.  Adults--you might also want to come to our monthly program, Books and Brew, to chat with fellow book lovers and ask for suggestions.

Q: What do I do when I finish? 

A: Let us know! Bring in your reading log.

Q: What happens at the end of the year? 

A: All UBN finishers will receive amazing swag! 

Questions/More Information: 

 If you have questions or need further information, please call the library at 603-225-8670.