Looking for an exciting reading challenge this October? Look no further! The North Little Rock Public Library system is here to make your literary journey through the past a delightful experience. Introducing the "Reading through the Decades" challenge, where you'll explore literature from various eras by delving into books set or published in specific decades.

This month, we're turning back the clock to the vibrant 1990s, a decade known for its pop culture, technological advancements, and societal changes. Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of this transformative era by picking up a book that captures its essence. As an added bonus, a completed book allows you to enter a prize drawing for a chance to win a Book Lovers Gift Bag, filled with goodies to enhance your reading experience. After you read, listen, or watch your chosen title set or published from 1990-1999, submit your entry in person at either library or here.

Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng: Explore the complexities of motherhood, identity, and privilege in this bestselling novel set in the 1990s. Celeste Ng's masterful storytelling weaves together the lives of two families in Shaker Heights, Ohio, against the backdrop of simmering secrets and social change.

The Black Kids by Christina Hammonds Reed: Step into the shoes of Ashley Bennett, a young African American girl in Los Angeles during the tumultuous 1992 Rodney King riots. Christina Hammonds Reed's powerful coming-of-age novel tackles themes of race, class, and self-discovery in a time of upheaval.

Memphis by Tara M. Stringfellow: Dive into the world of Memphis in the 1990s through a collection of poetic stories that explore the city's history, culture, and unique characters. Tara M. Stringfellow's lyrical prose paints a vivid portrait of a city in transition.

Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson: Venture into a dystopian future in this cyberpunk classic set in the 1990s. Neal Stephenson's novel combines high-tech adventure with linguistic and philosophical explorations, creating a thrilling and thought-provoking reading experience.

A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara: Brace yourself for an emotionally intense journey through friendship, trauma, and the enduring bonds that connect four college friends in New York City during the 1990s. Hanya Yanagihara's novel is a literary masterpiece that will leave a lasting impact on your heart and soul.

Choose any of these captivating books and let the magic of the 1990s transport you to a different time and place. Happy reading!