John Carey has compiled a short, uniquely valuable anthology of verse based on a simple principle: select the one hundred greatest poets from across the centuries, and then choose their very best poems. Here are some book club questions to aid discussion. read more
Need inspiration for your primary class reads? The
Peters Books librarians have shared lists of their top 100 recommended reads for every primary year group – the books they think are must-haves for any classroom! read more
To celebrate National Literacy Day on 8th September 2021, we have created a list of books perfect for less
confident readers, people developing their literacy skills, and those looking for something short and
sweet! There is a mix of fantastic fiction, engaging non-fiction, and snappy short… read more
For many children and young people, September marks the start of the new school year, a time that can be both exciting and daunting. We have created a booklist for all children, from nursey school age through to secondary students, related to school. There are novels about lab experiments gone… read more
To celebrate Book Lovers’ Day on 9 August, we have compiled a list of books all about the joy of reading, bookshops and libraries! The list also includes titles which think are perfect for inspiring a love of reading. read more
It’s safe to say, here at The Reading Agency, we love books. And we know you do too! So, we have created a booklist to celebrate Book Lovers Day on 9th August 2021. This list includes titles for toddlers, children, teens and young adults, all about the wonderfulness of words, brilliant bookshops… read more
Want to reconnect with nature and learn about our planet and all its wonders through reading? Dive into a good book with our best nature picks. read more
Struggling to get into reading? Can’t find a book to keep you hooked? Why not take your pick from this selection of these gripping Crime and Thriller titles… read more
We are pleased to be able to offer downloadable Reading Group questions for Songbirds, the powerful follow-up to The Beekeeper of Aleppo.
Nisha has crossed oceans to give her child a future. By day she cares for Petra's daughter; at night she mothers her own little girl by the light of a… read more
Here are all the titles recommended by the Radio 2 Book Club on the Steve Wright in the Afternoon Show from April to June 2021.
These books were chosen in collaboration with librarians in the UK. You can find out more "on our website":https://readingagency.org.uk/radio-2/. read more
2021 Information Book Award (IBA) shortlist read more