Young Adult Summer Reading 2026
Lowell Public Library (219) 696-7704
Schneider Branch Library (219) 552-1000
Shelby Branch Library (219) 552-0809
June 1–July 25, 2026
YA 2026 Summer Reading Rules
(Read these RULES before clicking on the sign-up link below.)For every book you read you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of two, $50 gift cards or a variety of exciting treasures. YA Books with dragons count double.
For the gift card drawings will be separated between Middle Grade (5th-8th) readers and High School (9th-12th) readers with each group having 2 winners.
Participation also gains admittance to the End of Summer Reading Cookout with 40′ Inflatable Obstacle Course.
1) Entries won’t be accepted before 6/2/26 (TUES)
2) You must have a personal Lowell Public Library card in good standing by July 27.
3) All books should be checked out from the library or one of our resources (Hoopla, Libby, Teen Book Cloud).
4) Books must be cataloged as Juvenile Fiction or higher. Graphic novels, magazines, audiobooks, physical books, comic books, manga, & e-books all count!
Please read at your reading level. No Juvenile Easy Readers, Story books, board books.
5) Only 5 YA book submissions per person per day will be entered into the drawing. The more you read the higher your chance of winning.
6) No entry will be accepted after 5PM on July 25. No exceptions.
Want a copy of the YA Summer Reading Rules? You can print them out using the PDF link below or stop by one of our locations and pick up a copy!
