Read a New Book Month - September
Mon, Sep 1, 2025

Read a New Book Month

Read a New Book Month invites everyone to dive into amazing stories and adventures, travel to different historical eras, or even visit other planets. September is the perfect time to meet new heroes and discover interesting facts. If there’s a novel you’ve been meaning to read, now is the perfect opportunity.

History

Books are powerful vehicles for spreading knowledge. They allow people to exchange stories, experiences, and ideas. Written media is an excellent way to expand vocabularies and share insights. Books enable our minds to transcend time, space, and even the universe. Through writing, authors find new admirers and connect with readers from all walks of life.

Interesting Facts

  • The earliest recorded words date back to 3400 BC and are found in the Epic of Gilgamesh, a mythological tale about a ruler in the ancient Sumerian city of Uruk.
  • Originally, records were made on clay tablets; paper was invented much later. Before paper, materials like tree bark and papyrus were widely used.
  • Although September is highlighted for reading, engaging with books year-round can greatly enrich your life. Reading broadens your horizons and allows you to experience a more varied and fulfilling life.
  • The first hardcover books appeared in 1836, designed to protect the pages and to catch readers’ attention.

How to Spend Read a New Book Month

Psychologists note that books are beneficial for both authors and readers. Try seeing yourself on both sides of a book’s pages—as a reader and perhaps even a future writer. Read a new book this month, and consider writing your own story—it could be the first step toward an exciting new journey. Buy books, as each one contains a new world. Share books with friends, join a book club to meet like-minded readers, or donate used books to libraries, charities, or local bookstores.

When is Read a New Book Month in 2025?

Read a New Book Month is observed annually starting September 1.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Monday September 1 2025
Tuesday September 1 2026
Wednesday September 1 2027
Friday September 1 2028
Saturday September 1 2029