As part of the National Year of Reading over 16’s are being encouraged to discover the joy of reading and take part in the Book Bingo challenge across LibraryPlus libraries.
Book Bingo encourages participants to explore six themed reading challenges that are flexible, accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Rather than focusing on specific genres, the challenge invites readers to interpret each theme in their own way, whether through fiction, non-fiction, biographies, newspapers, magazines, eBooks or audiobooks.
Pick up a card in our library and collect a stamp for each challenge you complete and, once you’ve reached a full house when all six squares are finished, return your completed card to be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 book token. An additional Library Explorer bonus challenge offers readers a second entry into the draw.
The free challenge, forms part of the National Year of Reading and has been made possible thanks to public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England. It is designed to encourage reading for pleasure, support literacy and inspire more people to make the most of their local library service.
The initiative aims to encourage adults to read more often, discover new authors and formats, build confidence in reading, and showcase the positive impact that reading can have on wellbeing, learning and community connection.
Book Bingo finishes on 13 March 2027 so you have plenty of time to get a full house!!
To find out more about the National Year of Reading 2026 including events and resources follow this link HERE.
