World Book and Copyright Day - April 23rd, 2025
April 23rd, 2025 - mark your calendars, bookworms! It's World Book and Copyright Day! A day to revel in the magic of literature, celebrate the power of written words, and pay tribute to the creators who bring us these incredible works of art. But where did this amazing holiday originate, you ask? Well, buckle up, folks, and let's take a trip down memory lane! World Book and Copyright Day has its roots in Spain, dating back to 1923. The Catalonian tradition of giving roses and books as gifts on April 23rd, St. George's Day, was the brainchild of Spanish bookseller Vicente Clavel Andrés. The idea caught fire, and by 1995, UNESCO took notice, declaring April 23rd as World Book and Copyright Day . Fast-forward to today, and this global celebration has become a beacon for book lovers, authors, publishers, and everyone in between! So, how do people around the world celebrate this momentous occasion? In Spain, the tradition lives on - on April 23rd, you'll find streets...