Join fellow Litsy users as we embark on a reading journey through the 14 independent countries of Oceania and Antarctica! From January 1st-December 31st, 2024, read a book set in or by an author from one of the countries listed below. To help give book ideas, visit one of these sites:

An #OwnVoices Book Set in Oceania from Book Riot: https://bookriot.com/read-harder-an-ownvoices-book-set-in-oceania/

World Historical Fiction: Oceania from the Boston Public Library: https://bpl.bibliocommons.com/list/share/114085694/418229868

Books Set in Oceania from List Challenges: https://www.listchallenges.com/books-set-in-oceania

Though not included in this challenge, feel free to stretch your reading and find books featuring other islands and dependent states within Oceania. For a list of other places to explore, visit the CIA World Factbook page about Australia and Oceania: https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/australia-and-oceania/

For Antarctica, it's a little easier to find books! But, for some inspiration, this list from Viking River Cruises has a book recommendation for every type of reader: https://www.vikingcruises.com/expeditions/cruise-destinations/antarctica/antarctic-adventure/reading-list.html

Have fun and Bon Voyage! BarbaraBB and Librarybelle on Litsy