Darlington Libraries has launched a Book Fit Challenge to support mental wellbeing as part of the National Year of Reading.

Are you looking for a simple way to feel calmer, sharper and more confident?

Just 6 minutes of reading can reduce stress by almost 70%.

Regular reading helps:

Boast brain health and help slow cognitive decline

Switch off from worries and find calm in a busy world

Increase vocabulary and build confidence

Sleep better, communicate better, and even boost employability

To support this challenge and help promote the benefits of reading on mental wellbeing, please see the attached poster or visit https://www2.darlington.gov.uk/bookfit-challenge