The aim of the yearly event is to encourage more children to develop a lifelong interest in reading.
Northern Ireland Libraries moto is: “Books are more than just engaging stories, they are also great learning tools for children”.
Check out these spectacular World Book Day costumes submitted by our readers.

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Eight year old Regan Farrell from Donard School Banbridge as Barney the Dinosaur. Photo: By SF

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Eight year old Callum McClimond Farrell from Edenderry Primary School, as a Willy Wonka Bar. Photo: By LMC

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Bethany (4) and Olivia (6) from Edenderry Primary School the as the BFG and Cleopatra. Photo: By SS

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Nine year old Lily-Ma as Cruella. Photo: By amcc
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