HUNDREDS of books are being given away at libraries including Keighley as part of a district-wide initiative.

Free graphic novels and comic books – suitable for teenagers and young adults – will be available from 13 libraries, from Friday, September 22.

As part of the Bradford Libraries venture – in partnership with Leeds Sequential Art Festival-Thought Bubble – there are also workshops led by Lucasfilm artist and author Jake Steel, who has worked on merchandise for the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises.

Other sessions involve comic artist Dr Simpo and Imran Azhar, from Team Muhafiz Comic Books.

Councillor Sarah Ferriby, the council's executive member for environment, sport and culture, said: "This is an exciting programme of events for comic book fans and a great opportunity to learn the tricks of the trade from the artists themselves.

"Comic books are also a great alternative way to get children into reading and these workshops will help develop their creative writing skills and imagination."

For more details about libraries and contact information, visit bradford.gov.uk/libraries.