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Book Recommendations for Each US State

Looking for a book set in a specific state within the United States? We have you covered!

Use the alphabetical state list below to find the relevant book list. Whether you’re participating in our Read Around the USA challenge or simply interested in reading about your home state or your next travel destination, you’ve come to the right place! Or click here for books set in other countries.

Books Set in Other Regions of the World

We also have book lists for each continent and region of the world. If you’re ready to read your way all around the globe, check out our Book Voyage: Around the World Reading Challenge.

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Printable Version of The State Book Lists

Readers who support The Book Girls’ Guide through our Buy Me a Coffee (BMAC) membership site can access printable versions of the reading challenge book lists.

Each individual state book list is available in a single-page printable format for both our Inner Circle and our BFF Level BMAC members.

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Visit our Buy Me a Coffee membership page for a full list of benefits for each level.

Our BMAC members help cover the cost of running the challenges so we can keep them free for everyone!