World Book Night
An evening on 23 April when The Reading Agency encourages everyone to spend an hour reading, especially those who rarely do.
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OrganiserThe Reading Agency
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
World Book Night is run by the reading charity The Reading Agency. It gives away free books and promotes a reading hour between 7pm and 8pm.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 23 April 2027 | UK | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Sunday 23 April 2028 | UK | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Monday 23 April 2029 | UK | Same date every year |
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