April 20, 2026

Barry: Free books from Barry Library on Thu 23rd April to celebrate World Book Night & the National Year of Reading


Vale of Glamorgan Council:

Free books from Barry Library next week!

To celebrate World Book Night and the National Year of Reading, Barry Library is giving away FREE copies of Cell One by Leye Adenle on 23 April.

You’ll find library staff at the bus stop outside the library throughout the day - just pop by and pick up your copy!

While you're there, you can also:

  • Find out how to join the library
  • Learn about Reading Hour
  • Discover what’s happening for the National Year of Reading
World Book Night is an annual celebration of reading for adults, held on 23 April to coincide with UNESCO’s International Day of the Book and the traditional birth and death date of William Shakespeare.

Often described as the adult equivalent of World Book Day, it encourages people to share books and inspire others to discover the benefits and enjoyment of reading.

Don’t miss out - come along, grab a free book, and get reading!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub