You Can Win KFC Merch Like Mantou Crossybody Bags & Tees When You Borrow NLB eBooks For Free

KFC x NLB collaboration

As self-proclaimed nerds, we stan the National Library Board (NLB). After all, where else can you borrow up to 16 books at a time – or even download e-books straight to your phone or Kobo device – for free? But here’s a twist we didn’t see coming: now you can win KFC merch while upping your intellectual aura.

Yup, you read that right. NLB has teamed up with KFC to promote the love of reading. And in true Singaporean fashion, they’re sweetening the deal with exclusive merch. From limited-edition sling bags to graphic tees, here’s how you can score these finger-lickin’ prizes just by borrowing books.

How to win the KFC merch?

Borrow any 4 eBooks featured at participating KFC outlets

Winning KFC merch is easier than deciding between cheese fries or mashed potatoes. From now until 31st March 2026, just borrow any 4 eBooks from NLB’s curated collection via the eReads interactive screens or table stickers at selected KFC outlets to win adorable KFC merch.

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You’ll find eReads screens at:

Eastpoint Mall
HarbourFront Centre
Hougang 1
Jurong Point
Tengah Plantation Plaza

While these outlets feature table stickers you can scan:

Compass One
Eastpoint Mall
HarbourFront Centre
Hougang 1
Jurong Point
Nanyang CC
Tengah Plantation Plaza
Toa Payoh
White Sands

How to participate in the KFC merchandise lucky draw?

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If you’re confused about the next steps, don’t worry, we gotcha.

Here’s how to join:

Head to any participating KFC outlet mentioned above between now and 31st March 2026 and borrow 4 eBooks from the featured list.
Submit the KFC merchandise online form with proof of loan – a screenshot of your eBook Loans page under “Account” on the NLB Mobile app.
That’s it – you’re in the running!

For the full set of instructions, check out @publiclibrarysg on Instagram.

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Each month, 20 lucky readers will win exclusive KFC merchandise – from cute sling bags and tees to the quirky KFC colouring book.

Here’s a summary of the prizes for each month:

November & December 2025: 20 x KFC colouring book and T-shirt
January, February, & March 2026: 20 x KFC colouring book and mantou bag

Keep a lookout for NLB’s email notification for the results of the lucky draw. Winners will also be announced on the NLB website. To collect your prize, simply head down to the library stated in your confirmation email – Geylang East Library, National Library or Sengkang Library.

Run, don’t walk, to KFC for this limited-time collab with NLB

Whether you’re grabbing a Zinger or catching up on your TBR list, this collab’s your excuse to snack and read smarter. So the next time you’re grabbing a meal, why not feed your brain too?

All you have to do is borrow your free eBooks, submit your entry, and you might just score some limited-edition KFC merch.