Welcome to 2026: Year of the Reader—a year-long celebration hosted by the Texas Authors Museum to help readers of every age rediscover (or finally discover) the power of books. Throughout 2026, we’ll spotlight the real-world benefits of reading, roll out community programs that make books easier to access and share, and host events designed to turn reading into something you do—not something you keep meaning to do. This page will grow all year as new opportunities launch, new partners join in, and fresh resources are published.
Start here (and check back as we add more)
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Why Reading Matters (benefits for kids, adults, and communities): Read the overview
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Programs in 2026 (reading challenges, library partners, school/community initiatives): See the programs
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Events Calendar (signings, read-aloud nights, workshops, pop-ups): View events
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How to Participate (individuals, families, classrooms, book clubs): Get involved
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For Authors & Educators (toolkits, classroom resources, hosting guides): Explore resources
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Community Stories (reader spotlights, partner highlights, impact updates): See stories
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Sponsors & Partners (how organizations can support reading access): Partner with us
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