Argao Reads

03/07/2026

https://www.facebook.com/100044411834763/posts/1609460793877633/

Since 1965, Norway has bought 1,000 copies of every qualifying new book—and 1,550 copies of children's books—to stock public libraries, while also paying authors royalties 📚🇳🇴
The program supports writers and small publishers, ensuring new books reach readers across the country ✍️🌍

Norway also exempts books from VAT, helping keep reading affordable and encouraging a strong literary culture 📖💙
The initiative is often credited with supporting one of the world's highest literacy rates and a thriving publishing industry 🌟📚

29/06/2026

https://www.facebook.com/100064567064834/posts/1439920124836876/

Dua Lipa has opened the Manifesto Library in Porto, a permanent collection of 100 books exploring censorship, power, identity and freedom of expression. Featuring banned and challenged works by authors including Margaret Atwood and Salman Rushdie, it’s the latest chapter in her mission to get more people reading.

15/01/2026

First time ko katilaw ani, baked fresh from our neighborhood bakery. Nalimot lang jud kos pangalan ani 🤔 Nalingaw pud ko aning higayuna kay akong outfit ani kay matawag nato og conservative kay dress man nga below the knee, long sleeve and almost turtle neck ang collar. Pagkuha nakos libro gipagawas nako gikan sa bag, si Kuya sa akong atbang nangutana : " Bible na maam?"
Niana ko : " Unsa to Kuya?"
Him: " Bible na?"
Me: " Dili ra Kuya."