Something More

We're excited to announce the launch of The Reader Bookshelf, an annual programme of reading highlighting the power of Shared…

Today's Featured Poem is brought to us by Shared Reading Partnerships Lead, Michael Prior - ‘Climbing Snowdon’ from Book 13,…

Amongst April's selection of Monthly Stories and Poems we offer a preview of Walking The Earth, The Reader's Big Idea…

While the chance to take a holiday is still a little while off, we're travelling far and wide with March's…

February’s selection of Stories and Poems feature choices that span from the 13th century to the present day, with themes…

A new year and a new month also brings a new selection of Stories and Poems to enjoy. We know…

Our last selection of Monthly Stories and Poems this year see out 2020 with some optimism, good cheer and what…

November’s selection of stories, extracts and poems have been chosen by Amanda Brown, Head of Developing Shared Reading Communities at…

With World Mental Health Day approaching on Saturday, there’s never been a more important moment for us to stop and think…

This month’s stories and poems have been chosen to mark Black History Month, showcasing work from black authors and poets…

September’s selection of stories and poems have been chosen by Dr. Clare Ellis, Head of Learning and Quality, and Lisa…

The Reader is a charity which usually brings people together to listen to stories, extracts and poems in free, weekly…