This June, we invite all literary enthusiasts to join the new session of the British Council Reading Marathon—an exciting two-month online literary journey for book lovers to grow as engaged readers!
Get ready for a captivating challenge filled with adventures between the pages.
Your mission:
- Read 4 books : Borrow at least four books from our curated digital library collection and complete them within two months.
- Engage: Participate in insightful session with the UK storyteller and a literary figure
- Reflect: Share your thoughts on your reading journey with fellow readers.
What’s in it for you?
- Exclusive access to our curated book collection.
- Interact with a literary figure during the opening ceremony.
- Join exclusive sessions with Reading circles and culural engagement
- Connect with fellow readers and reflect on your literary experiences.
- Receive a certificate upon successful completion of the marathon.
Who can join?
The programme is open to all British Council library members aged 18 and above, free of charge.
Programme duration
From 19 June to 20 August 2026
Session details
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Session |
Date |
What to expect? |
|---|---|---|
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Opening Ceremony |
Friday, 19 June 2026 11.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. (UTC) |
• Introduction to the programme format and digital library platform |
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Certificate Distribution |
Participants who read and complete reading logs for a minimum of four books by 22 August 2026 will be awarded a certificate. |
For enquiries, please email us at digitallibrary@britishcouncil.org.