10 Ways to Celebrate National Read a Book Day
Spoiler: The most accessible way to read a book is to visit your local public library!
Attention all bibliophiles! September 6th, 2022, is National Read a Book Day, the perfect time to curl up with your favorite novel and enter another world! With the number of books to choose from, how exactly should you spend this holiday for avid readers? Here are ten ways you can celebrate National Read a Book Day!
Listen to an Audiobook
Audiobooks are an accessible, entertaining, and valid form of reading! Studies prove that audiobooks provide similar benefits to listeners to handheld readers. If you love reading but struggle to engage with hard copies of novels, consider giving audiobooks a try! You can access audiobooks for free using your library card.
Visit Your Local Coffee Shop
There’s nothing like listening to the sounds of background music, conversations, and brewing espresso while reading a book! Reread your favorite novel with a cup of coffee by your side as you let the ambiance set the scene.
Attend an Author Reading
Keep an eye out for author readings hosted by your local libraries or bookstores. These allow you to read brand-new books or support local writers in your community. Hearing part of a story in the author’s voice can enhance your reading experience!
Form a Book Club
Book clubs are a fantastic way to meet new people and engage with literature outside your comfort zone. Even if you don’t think you’ll like a specific book or genre, you might be surprised by what you discover! Book clubs force you to think critically about your reading, allowing for exciting and reflective discussions. Check out your library’s free meeting rooms if your club needs a meeting place.
Explore Accessible Reading Materials
Everyone should be able to enjoy reading for pleasure, and accessible reading materials allow that to happen. While these resources can be expensive, many libraries provide these materials for free! Examples include large print books, novels written in Braille, and digital talking books.
Learn Something New
Are you interested in trying a new hobby or learning a new skill? Check out an informative book from your local library!
Whether you’re learning to cook new recipes or teaching yourself another language, books and free library resources like Mango can help!
Listen to Storytime
Are you looking for some free entertainment for your children? Librarians regularly host storytimes that help children engage with literature. These can also be family-friendly, allowing caregivers to participate in the activity alongside their children.
Spend Time Outside
Are you a nature enthusiast and a book lover at the same time? What better way to fulfill your adoration of both hobbies than reading a book outside? Set your lawn chair in your backyard or visit your local park to escape into a book!
Read a Banned Book
Are you feeling a little rebellious? Visit your local library and try to find a challenged and banned book! After all, the best way to defend intellectual freedom is to read banned literature! Visit for our banned book store more information.
Visit Your Local Library
The most simple and accessible way to read a book is to visit your local public library! These vital resources are community centers devoted to public education, affordable materials, and social engagement. Call your local librarian to learn more about their upcoming events and book recommendations!
Visit everylibrary.org to learn how you can support the crucial resources that libraries offer their communities.
