At The Reading Agency, we have read a lot of brilliant books over the past year; books that have made us laugh, cry and left us with a lot to discuss. Members of our team have picked the books that have stood out for them in 2024. We hope you find some inspiration for your next read, or perhaps… read more
Interested in raising funds to help us on our mission to get everyone reading? Our fundraising guide is packed with ideas, tips and materials to get you started. read more
This version of the activity pack is in greyscale for printing.
This activity pack is available to support children's reading of the book, Amazing Bodies by Dr Ronx. Find fun reading and writing activities to test children's understanding, as well as exciting science experiments to show the… read more
This activity pack is available to support children's reading of the book, Amazing Bodies by Dr Ronx. Find fun reading and writing activities to test children's understanding, as well as exciting science experiments to show the content of the book in real life.
The Reading Agency are… read more
If you're planning to raise money for The Reading Agency, take a look at our fundraising materials to help you plan your event
Every penny you raise will help to bring the magic of books to more people around the UK. read more
November marks National Novel Writing Month or NaNoWriMo (as it’s more commonly known). We want to celebrate some of our favourite debut authors/illustrators of 2023.
From beautifully illustrated picture books, thrilling middle grade, YA titles to escape with and a mixture of non-fiction and… 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
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
Support our fundraising campaign focused on improving adult reading confidence across the UK. read more
National Poetry Day (5 October) is a day to share, read and even write poetry. To celebrate, we've put together some of our favourite poetry picks.
You can buy the books from "Bookshop.org":https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/the-reading-agency-s-october-booklist-2023-poetry.
<b>Looking to share… read more
A reading guide plus extract for When You Lose it by Gay Longworth.
About the book
Roxy was 13 years old when she was coerced then blackmailed into sending explicit photos, which were spread around her school. The shame led to self-loathing. The blame led to a psychotic breakdown…. read more