"the Handmaid's Tale" Night(2019) May 2026

Margaret Atwood's original 1985 novel was selected as one of the featured titles for World Book Night on April 23, 2019, an annual celebration dedicated to spreading the love of reading.

In the novel, "Night" refers to specific recurring sections where the protagonist, Offred, reflects on her past life and current situation in solitude. "The Handmaid's Tale" Night(2019)

The sequel series, The Testaments , premiered on April 8, 2026, continuing the narrative 15 years after the original show's finale. World Book Night 2019 selection revealed - The Bookseller Margaret Atwood's original 1985 novel was selected as