Whether it’s finishing that book on your bedside table, discovering a new favourite author, reading with your children, or simply enjoying a few pages each day, Worcestershire residents are invited to make 2026 a year of reading!
The online Reading Pledge Wall, launched by Worcestershire County Council’s Library Service, offers a space for you to set one (or more!) reading goals for the year. Add your pledge and join a community celebrating the joy and possibilities of reading across Worcestershire.
Pledges can be simple: read more often, try a new genre, explore audiobooks, or participate in library events. Each pledge is a small step toward making more time for reading, and inspiration is everywhere on the wall.
As part of the National Year of Reading 2026, the digital pledge wall encourages people of all ages to reflect on their reading goals and share them with the community. All pledges will be visible throughout the year, offering ideas and motivation for fellow readers.
Councillor Ian Cresswell, Cabinet Member with Responsibility for Environment and Communities, said: “The Reading Pledge Wall is a fantastic way to set a reading goal and share it with others. Whether it’s picking up a book more often, trying a new genre, or reading together as a family, every pledge celebrates the joy of reading.”
As screen time increases, the Reading Pledge Wall offers an opportunity for families to balance digital time with the benefits of reading, making it a regular part of their lives. Reading regularly benefits all ages, from boosting children’s imagination and confidence to supporting adult wellbeing and reducing stress.
Visit your local library for thousands of books, ebooks, and audiobooks available to borrow for free. Library membership is free and open to all.
Take part online via the Reading Pledge Form, or pop into your library and we’ll help you add your pledge.
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