Bloomsbury has put together a list of fiction and non-fiction books that deal with loneliness and mental health issues, as well as other fiction titles that can help bring people together and spark conversations in Reading Friends sessions. This book list has been created as part of our Read,… read more
A plan for a Reading Friends session with ideas to get people chatting, linked to this year's Summer Reading Challenge – Silly Squad. This resource contains ideas for reading materials and activities. read more
This resource includes the Slides and Workshop Outline from the Engaging with Funders Session on 13 December 2021. read more
Information and instructions for how to access the dedicated Area. Reading Friends Coordinators have a unique code to give to their befrienders so they can access the Area.
Any issues, email [email protected] read more
Use this wonderful resource to celebrate National Poetry Day on 1 Oct 2020. Poem, discussion questions and activity ideas around the theme of hair. read more
Instructions for how befrienders access the Area dedicated to their training and resources.
There are two versions depending on whether they have an account already. Please give befrienders the appropriate instructions.
Any issues, contact [email protected] read more
<b>The magnificent final book from one of our greatest contemporary writers.</b>
As well as her celebrated career as a novelist, Hilary Mantel long contributed to newspapers and journals, unspooling stories from her own life and illuminating the world as she found it. This strand of her… read more
This resource has been developed in partnership with Islington Library and Heritage services, for adults to discuss, engage with and be inspired by the LGBTQ+ history of the borough.
This pack contains 6 session plans, resources and ideas for activities. The activities can be used to further… read more
This resource contains helpful tips and reminders on how to set up and and deliver a Reading Friends Zoom session, keeping your online group safe and secure, and other important things to consider. read more
Did you know that we offer free reading group sets of books for groups every month? All we ask for in return are reviews. If you'd like to find out more you can sign up to our "newsletters":https://readingagency.org.uk/email/.
Every month we will be sharing reviews from our readers who have… read more
Reading group questions for You Could Be So Pretty by Holly Bourne.
Change the rules. Reclaim your power. If you can…
What would you choose?
“Razor-sharp and compelling, it is essential reading for every teenage girl.” The Observer
“This book is brilliant, brutal and beautiful. A… read more
This resource contains information and guidance on different possible funding routes for Reading Friends activities. read more