
Our weekly shared reading groups run in a range of settings around the UK, connecting people through great literature which is read aloud and discussed.
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From our national conference to the Penny Readings, our programme of events bring people together and literature to life.
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Our courses give individuals and organisations the skills to deliver their own shared reading groups based on our best practice and years of experience.
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Discover how you can be part of the Reading Revolution by working with us in a number of different ways.
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We have established the movement of shared reading as a practical way to increase wellbeing, extend reading pleasure and foster social inclusion. We are an award-winning social enterprise with a strong partnership track record of reaching a wide range of people.

Some of our Readers have shared their own stories about what their reading group means to them.

Find out how our Reading Revolution burst to life in the words of our Director, Jane.

Meet the people behind the books – our dedicated team working to bring people and literature together.

Our Recommended Reads round up stories to share.

Each Monday, we publish a Featured Poem to start your week.


Email: info@thereader.org.uk
Telephone: 0151 207 7207
Registered charity number: 1126806
If you have any suggestions on how we can enhance the Reader experience for you, please get in touch by filling out our quick form. Thank you.