Revolutionary America Reading Challenge

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a Journey Through the Revolution — One Colony at a Time

In 2026, the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. To mark this historic year, I’m inviting readers, book clubs, educators, and libraries to join me for a special yearlong event:

The Revolutionary America Reading Challenge

A literary journey through the American Revolution — colony by colony, story by story.

Over the past eighteen years, I’ve written a standalone novel set in each of the original thirteen colonies and beyond, bringing to life the everyday people who experienced the Revolution firsthand. These are stories of farmers, artisans, enslaved and formerly enslaved individuals, Native communities, immigrants, Loyalists, Patriots, soldiers, and civilians whose voices are too often overlooked.

Now, you can explore their world with me.

How the Challenge Works

  • Start anytime in 2026
  • Choose your reading level:
    • The Minuteman — any one book
    • The Patriot — any three books
    • The Muster — any six books
    • The Continental — all the books of the original 13 colonies
    • The Revolutionary — the entire Tales From a Revolution series
  • Earn digital badges for reading milestones, regions, and themes
  • Join monthly live Zoom events featuring:
    • Short historical talks
    • Book discussions
    • Q&A sessions
    • Badge award ceremonies
  • Receive exclusive content, including:
    • Behind-the-scenes research notes
    • Maps
    • Printable reading tracker
    • Educator resources
    • Special anniversary materials throughout the year

Participation is free, and all books are available in paperback, hardcover, ebook, and audiobook formats. You can find them at all of your favorite online booksellers, or get them directly from me via from my shop. You can also ask your library to carry the titles you want to read — they often love to hear patron requests!

Why Join?

  • Explore the Revolution through lived experience, not just dates and battles
  • Discover how the war affected every colony — each in its own way
  • Gain insights you can use in classrooms, book clubs, and America250 events
  • Celebrate the anniversary with a meaningful, immersive project
  • Connect with fellow readers across the country
  • Engage directly with the author during live sessions and Q&As

Whether you’re an educator preparing for 2026, a history enthusiast, or someone who simply loves powerful stories, this challenge offers something unique.

Sign Up Now

When you join, you’ll receive:

  • Your Reading Challenge Welcome Packet
  • Digital Challenge Passport to track your progress
  • The schedule for 2026 monthly events
  • Access to the Revolutionary America Reading Challenge newsletter
  • Early notifications about new content and downloadable materials

About the Author

Lars D. H. Hedbor is the author of the Tales From a Revolution series, featuring a standalone historical novel set in each colony that participated in the American Revolution. His work highlights the overlooked voices of the founding era and has been featured in the Journal of the American Revolution and on national television. He is a frequent speaker at schools, historical societies, and literary events.