Back to School! National Book Lovers Day harnesses all the excitement bibliophiles feel about books into one celebration on August 9th. A day for all those who love to read, National Book Lovers Day encourages you to find your favorite reading place, a good book whether fiction or nonfiction, and read the day away. Bibliophile – a person who has a great appreciation for or collects books. Reading with children is a great start to early education and learning habits.