The power of books: The Pavement Bookworm

Books can help you in several ways. There are many examples of people of who have transformed their lives through reading and understanding the wisdom and knowledge in books. One of the most recent examples of the positive effect that books can have on our lives is the pavement bookworm.

Philani Dladla is more popularly known as the pavement bookworm. He sells books by reading them first and giving his review of the books to his customers. Customers that are interested in his review buy books from him.

Philani Dladla’s life has transformed for the better. He used to live on the streets, however his passion for books changed his life Books have not only transformed his life, they have also helped him in taking a step towards a higher aim. After his success as the pavement bookworm, he is making an effort to create awareness regarding the importance of books and literacy, especially for children.

Books can help you in living a better life and the pavement bookworm is a good example for that. After he started selling books, the pavement bookworm has been able to develop a loyal customer base. He knows his customer’s preferences and provides them books according to that. Many of his customers donate books so he does not need to buy from a retailer. Initially when he started this business he used to only give reviews and not sell the books. However, he later realised that selling books can be a profitable venture.

Through his popularity as the pavement bookworm, Philani Dladla earns enough to pay for his food, clothing and rent expenses. To attain his goal of raising literacy levels in Johannesburg, he has become a part of a social reading project.  He is working with a freelance journalist to establish a magazine to increase educational awareness. Additionally, the pavement bookworm has started a society for reading to children in Lepeng School in Johannesburg.

The pavement bookworm’s story is an inspiring testament to the importance of books. Even when Dladla was homeless and poor, books gave him hope and knowledge to lead a better life. Therefore, it is important to appreciate the effect that books can have on our lives. 

How to celebrate World Book Day?

Books can be an important part of your life, especially if reading is one of your preferred hobbies. Despite the growing popularity of other mediums that provide quick entertainment and knowledge, books have maintained their presence in our lives.

World book day celebrates the vast wisdom, knowledge and entertainment that books have provided its readers for a long while. World book day is an international event that UNESCO arranges every year. Since its inception in April 1995, world book day has been celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm throughout the world.

The purpose of world book day is to encourage more individuals to read books. The day also emphasises the importance of publishing unique and copyright protected content.

If you are looking for a way to celebrate world book days, we present a few ideas that can help you in expressing your appreciation for books.

1.     Take part in your local library celebrations

Given the rise in online sources, libraries may have lost their popularity. However, on world book day, many local libraries arrange skits of famous novels. These small skits help in encouraging children and adults to read some of these old classics. You can take part in these celebrations to increase awareness regarding the importance of reading books in general.

2.     Buy a few of your old favourites

Many book enthusiasts keep an old copy of their favourite books for remembering the memorable times when they first read it. If you have not kept your favourite novels in your book shelf then on this world book day, buy these books from a PNA store nearby. This can help in maintaining a collection of books that you can refer to in the future.

3.     Get involved in a reading marathon

Many book retailers arrange a reading session for individuals who may read their favourite books with other readers. You can choose the book based on the amount of time that you can dedicate to this activity. You may also volunteer at a book store to read a short story to children.

4.     Join a book group

There are many online book groups that you can join on world book day. If going to a book store is unappealing then you may buy books online. Book groups can give you an opportunity to interact with other readers. Joining a book group can help you in understanding in detail books that you may have read or wish to read later.