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Get ready to celebrate World Book Night on April 23 by curling up with your favorite book and diving into a new adventure! This international holiday was first established in the United Kingdom in 2011, and has since spread to other countries around the world. Its goal is to promote reading and literacy by giving out free books to people in communities who may not have easy access to them. So whether you're a bookworm or just looking for a good read, this day is the perfect opportunity to explore different genres and discover new stories. Let's embrace the magic of books together on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Book Night Origin</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Book Night was first established in the United Kingdom to promote reading and literacy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>US Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States joined the initiative, spreading World Book Night to North America.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ireland Participates</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ireland began participating in World Book Night, expanding the observance to the Irish community.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Changes in US Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>The US began its own autonomous World Book Night event, separate from the UK's program.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, World Book Night celebrations were held online, with digital book giveaways and virtual reading sessions.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a book swap party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family to bring their favorite books and swap with others. This is a great way to discover new books and celebrate the joy of reading.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a book reading or signing event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check your local bookstores or libraries for any events happening on World Book Night. You can meet authors, hear them read from their books, and even get your books signed!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a book club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of friends who love to read and start a book club! Pick a book to read together and then meet to discuss it over coffee or tea.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate books to a local charity or school</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the love of reading by donating books to those in need. Contact local charities or schools to see if they are accepting book donations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a book-themed scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Hide clues and books around your neighborhood or city and invite friends to participate in a book-themed scavenger hunt. The first one to find all the clues and books wins a prize!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the joy of reading</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Book Night is all about celebrating the pleasure and power of books. It's a chance to share your love of reading with others and spread the message that reading is not only entertaining, but also enlightening and enriching.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings communities together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>On World Book Night, book lovers come together to share their favorite titles, engage in discussions, and exchange recommendations. This creates a sense of camaraderie and promotes a love for literature among people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages reading in those who may not typically do so </h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Book Night aims to reach out to individuals who may not have easy access to books or who may not have discovered the joys of reading yet. By giving away free books, it helps to promote literacy and cultivate a love for reading in new readers.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>World Book Night coincides with UNESCO's World Book and Copyright Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>This shared date is no coincidence. Both events seek to promote reading and publishing, as well as to recognize the importance of copyright in protecting intellectual property.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Instigated by Jamie Byng, CEO of Canongate Books</h3><p class='facts-content'>The concept for World Book Night originated with Jamie Byng of Canongate Books, a Scottish publisher. It was his aim to encourage adults who may not frequently engage with books to discover the joy of reading.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The first World Book Night saw a million books given away</h3><p class='facts-content'>The inaugural event in 2011 witnessed the distribution of 1 million free books across the UK and Ireland, spanning a variety of genres and authors, thereby promising something for everyone.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Books are specially chosen each year</h3><p class='facts-content'>A panel of industry experts collaborate on curating the list of books for giveaway each year. The list is typically diverse, covering a range of genres and including both classic and contemporary titles.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Volunteer "givers" essential to the event's success</h3><p class='facts-content'>Each year, members of the public act as volunteer "givers," obtaining books from organizers and distributing them within their communities. These volunteers are pivotal to World Book Night's success and impact.</p></div></div>
World Book Night is celebrated on April 23 every year. In 2024 World Book Night will occur on a Tuesday.
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