An avid young reader has visited every library in North Yorkshire to share her love of books over the school summer holidays.
Kaitlin Clarkson, 12, who lives near Masham, has read about 150 library books so far this year, which inspired her to embark on a literary-themed adventure.
Kaitlin took part in the Summer Reading Challenge until the maximum age of 11, which encourages children to read six library books of their choice over the summer holidays.
This year, Kaitlin set herself the challenge of visiting all 42 North Yorkshire libraries with her mother, Liv, and brother, Toby, during the six-week break.
Kaitlin said:
“My aim was to call at every library in the county and I can’t believe that’s what we achieved.
“I’ve loved my summer adventure and have been able to spread my love of reading throughout my travels.
“I’ve taken a picture outside of every library to document the journey and borrowed different books as I went.
“My favourite books are romantic comedies and graphic novels.”
Kaitlin aims to be a Summer Reading Challenge volunteer next year, again touring some of her favourite libraries to inspire more children to read.
Executive member for libraries, Cllr Simon Myers, said:
“Kaitlin is a great advocate for people to use their local library, and to highlight the importance of reading during the school holidays.
“Staff and volunteers have been delighted to welcome her family through their doors and have helped to choose different books to borrow.
“Our libraries offer a vast collection of books for young readers, but they offer so much more.
“There are thousands of free digital audio books, eBooks, magazines, newspapers, comics and graphic novels to explore.”

Pilot dies following aircraft crash near Masham, police confirm
Ripon's Portly Pig to host charity football tournament
Council to review parking charges across North Yorkshire
Free packed lunches at Starbeck café feed families in need
Harrogate dentist recognised at national dental awards
Knaresborough beeswax candle shop set to close
Harrogate Town launches new half-time crossbar challenge
Queen and ABBA tribute acts to headline Harrogate Beer Festival
Ripon entrepreneur to appear on Dragon's Den
Harrogate figures to be 'jailed' to raise money for Harrogate Theatre
Harrogate bookshop named as finalist for British Book Awards
Council update on operator of Alpamare water park
Visitor levy would be mayor's decision, says senior councillor
Date announced for return of Harrogate dog show
Harrogate's Italian community donates sensory kits worth £1,200 to Harrogate Hospital
Man taken to Leeds General infirmary following aircraft crash in Masham
Six arrested following car theft in Harrogate
FULL CHAT: Local occupational therapist hosts online masterclass to support new mums
Harrogate businesses reject new accommodation BID proposal
New interior showroom to open on Albert Street


