Gryffindor Pride Day
Lion-hearted and fearless, they stand up for what's right, showing the world that courage isn't just about a scarred forehead.
Hufflepuff Pride Day
The Hogwarts house known for its loyalty and hard work has a badger as its symbol, yellow and black colors, and a great sense of community!
Independent Bookstore Day
Independent bookstores are struggling more and more with competition like Amazon or big chains like Barnes & Noble, so make a point to support your local shop.
National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day
Get ready to feel uplifted and inspired by heartwarming stories that make you laugh, cry, and appreciate the little things in life.
Read A New Book Month
Trade books with friends, join a book club, donate old books, and pick up new books to get lost in whole new worlds between the pages of a brand new tome.
Hobbit Day
Embracing a whimsical world where small-footed folk gather, relishing hearty feasts, merry songs, and tales of their adventurous journeys.
National Small Press Month
Discover hidden gems crafted by passionate literary creators who infuse their heart and soul into every page, offering unique narratives.
Copyright Law Day
In the realm of creative ownership, there's an invisible shield that guards an artist's work, ensuring it's respected and rewarded.
I Love to Write Day
Crafting worlds with words, stirring emotions and sparking imagination, the act of storytelling is a creative journey of boundless possibilities.
World Book and Copyright Day
There's nothing like curling up with a captivating story that transports you to new worlds and broadens your horizons.
World Dracula Day
Host a Gothic party, or watch any of the great adaptations of Bram Stoker’s absolutely iconic piece of Gothic literature, the eponymous Dracula.
National Short Story Day
Get lost in worlds within words — create characters, weave plots, and inspire imaginations. Reading and writing is a passport to adventure!
National Science Fiction Day
Get ready to explore galaxies and dimensions beyond your wildest dreams with stories that push the boundaries of what's possible!
Sherlock Holmes Day
Dig out a book, fire up any one of about a million TV or movie adaptations, or go solve a mystery of your own to honor the one and only Sherlock Holmes.
We Love Memoirs Day
Delving into someone else's life story, wrapped in their adventures and life lessons, can be a captivating journey worth taking.
National Buy a Book Day
Whether you have three shelves of books TBR or haven’t cracked a spine in years, go ahead and buy a book to improve your mind. Consider donating old books for others.
Read An Ebook Day
Get lost in the world of a book, whether new or an old favorite, without the hassle of lugging it around, holding it up, or damaging it. That’s right, read an eBook!
National Read a Book Day
Once upon a time, a reader's journey began with a book in hand, and adventures unfolded within its pages. Let your imagination soar with every page turn!
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National Violin Day
Tune up your fiddle and get bowing, sign up to instrument lessons or attend a concert to hear the gorgeous sounds of a string orchestra.
Go Caroling Day
Strolling through the neighborhood, singing cheerful tunes, and spreading holiday joy with friends and family — a heartwarming tradition.