Tournament of Tomes is back! A book trivia competition where teams of 3-5 people read 10 books and compete against one another to answer questions sourced from the Book List. Who'll be crowned champion in 2024?!
What is Tournament of Tomes?
AADL has put together a list of 10 books for teams of 3-5 to read over the course of the coming months. On Sunday, April 28, all teams will gather at the Malletts Creek Branch to compete head-to-head answering trivia sourced from the 10 books. There will be a qualifying round, and on that same day, the highest scoring teams will move onto the final round. Champions will be crowned!
Where do I get the books?
We are able to supply the first 10 teams that sign-up with copies of the books. Teams that sign up after those initial 10 are still able to participate, but will have to locate the books themselves (which will not be difficult; see the booklist below!). Book distribution details to come.
How do I sign up?
Sign-ups for Tournament of Tomes are now closed.
What sorts of trivia can I expect to be asked?
Our intention is to create trivia of varying difficulties that challenges, but never stumps. Expect to use all parts of your brain, but there is no need to overthink. You can enjoy your reading experience WHILE "studying" for competition.
TOURNAMENT OF TOMES EVENTS
Tournament of Tomes Social Mixer
Sunday, January 28, 2024, 2-3pm | Malletts Creek Branch
Join us for a Tournament of Tomes social mixer. If you are looking to find teammates or just learn more about the Tournament, this event is for you! Think bookish icebreakers, get-to-know-you games, and good vibes. Every interested attendant is guaranteed a spot on a team. Expect to make a few new friends in a low-stakes, pressure-free environment.
Tournament of Tomes Qualifying Rounds and Finals
Sunday, April 28, 2024 | Pittsfield Branch
Qualifying rounds start at 2pm.
Finals begin at 4pm.
TOURNAMENT OF TOMES BOOKLIST
Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas | Request now or audiobook
The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J Ryan Stradal | Request now or large print or audiobook
The Devil and Sherlock Holmes by David Grann | Request now or audiobook
Devil in a Blue Dress by Walter Mosely | Request now
Circe by Madeline Miller | Request now or large print or audiobook
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave | Request now or audiobook
Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree | Request now or audiobook
American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang | Request now
Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki | Request now or audiobook
The Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls by Anton DiSclafani | Request now or large print