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Reading Bolton A community literacy initiative linking schools, families, and local heritage.

Some books have you staying up late to find out what happens next.As an adult or a kid, what are your memories of readin...
11/10/2026

Some books have you staying up late to find out what happens next.
As an adult or a kid, what are your memories of reading at night?
Share yours here (link in bio):
writingbolton.org/community/awake

Our memories of reading after dark come in all shapes and sizes.Perhaps you used to work a nightshift with a good book f...
10/10/2026

Our memories of reading after dark come in all shapes and sizes.
Perhaps you used to work a nightshift with a good book for company? Or maybe you attended a memorable night class?
Let us know your memories of reading at night:
writingbolton.org/community/awake


“Lights out!” But the story wasn't finished...Did you ever hide under the covers to read after you were supposed to be a...
09/10/2026

“Lights out!” But the story wasn't finished...

Did you ever hide under the covers to read after you were supposed to be asleep? Maybe you held a book just out of sight, listened for footsteps on the landing, or tried to turn the pages without making a sound.

What was the book, and did you ever get caught?

We're looking for the little acts of nighttime rebellion that became lifelong reading memories. Share yours in 150-200 words:
writingbolton.org/community/awake

Before screens lit up our bedrooms, a book and a little light could take us anywhere.A torch beneath the duvet, a bedsid...
08/10/2026

Before screens lit up our bedrooms, a book and a little light could take us anywhere.

A torch beneath the duvet, a bedside lamp turned low, or the glow of a streetlight through the curtains: where did you find the light to read by?

We're collecting memories of reading after dark for Reading by Gaslight. Tell us what your nighttime reading looked like, and where your imagination took you.

Share your 150-200 word story:
writingbolton.org/community/awake

A parent, guardian, or family member reading to us as we gently nod off... some memories of reading after dark can be ou...
07/10/2026

A parent, guardian, or family member reading to us as we gently nod off... some memories of reading after dark can be our strongest.
Which stories do you remember being read to you at bedtime?
Tell us here: writingbolton.org/community/awake

Reading under the covers, well past bedtime, nightlight or torch by your side...Which stories do you remember staying up...
07/10/2026

Reading under the covers, well past bedtime, nightlight or torch by your side...
Which stories do you remember staying up late for as a kid?
It could be a favourite comic, a picture book, even an encyclopaedia! There are no wrong answers here.
Share your memories in 150-200 words (link in bio):
writingbolton.org/community/awake

After a difficult day, losing yourself in a book or story can be the perfect escape.Which book do you remember bringing ...
06/10/2026

After a difficult day, losing yourself in a book or story can be the perfect escape.
Which book do you remember bringing you comfort at night?
Share yours in 150-200 words (link in bio): writingbolton.org/community/awake


A thrilling romance. Science fiction or fantasy. A touching volume of poetry. Inspiring biographies.Are there particular...
05/10/2026

A thrilling romance. Science fiction or fantasy. A touching volume of poetry. Inspiring biographies.
Are there particular books you associate with reading after dark?
Share your nighttime reading habits with us in 150-200 words (link in bio): writingbolton.org/community/awake

A nice cup of tea or mug of cocoa, and a good story.When the day's almost done, many of us choose to unwind by reading b...
04/10/2026

A nice cup of tea or mug of cocoa, and a good story.
When the day's almost done, many of us choose to unwind by reading before bed.
Which stories do you associate with nighttime?
We want to hear from you (link in bio): writingbolton.org/community/awake


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Which book had you staying up late to read that extra chapter?This month, we're exploring our reading habits after dark....
03/10/2026

Which book had you staying up late to read that extra chapter?
This month, we're exploring our reading habits after dark.
Books, newspapers, comics... as an adult or a kid, your memories of reading at night.
Share yours here (link in bio):
writingbolton.org/community/awake


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