Encouraging reading
Reader development is about the reader - from the youngest reader to the oldest. Finding the book that you want to read is our job, and we work with organisations that have the same aim in mind.
We encourage readers to find out what they like, and try out what is different and new.
Have a look at these links. We hope that they add another dimension to your reading.
Websites for children 0-12
- www.storiesfromtheweb.org
Reader to reader, stories, fun, quizzes, meet the authors you like to read - www.ukchildrensbooks.co.uk
Authors, illustrators and organizations connected to publishing in the UK
Websites about children’s books
- www.carnegiegreenaway.org.uk
Prizes awarded to children’s writers and illustrators by librarians - www.childrenslaureate.org.uk
News about the Children’s Laureate - magicpencil.britishcouncil.org
The famous exhibition, and great illustrators to look at and read about
Websites for young people
- www.4ureaders.net
three websites targeting boys and girls aged 10-13 - www.achuka.co.uk
Good reading for young people - author profiles and book news - www.cool-reads.co.uk
Reviews and recommendations for teenagers by teenagers - www.storiesfromtheweb.org
Reader to reader recommendations - www.readingzone.com
Love reading? Fantastic website for finding out about your favourite authors and the books you love to read
Websites for parents
- www.booktrust.org.uk
Excellent advice on reading, and reading initatives - www.literacytrust.org.uk
The aim of the Literacy Trust is to ‘build a literate nation’ The web site if packed full of useful information and great for parents
Websites for adult readers
- www.booksunlimited.co.uk
Books, books, books! - www.whichbook.net
How to get the right book for you - www.thegoodbookguide.com
Reviews and book news
Reading groups
- www.readinggroupguides.com
Recommended books for reading groups - contact reading groups in Camden
Online reading groups
Contact
For more information please contact reader development library services
Last updated:
30 April 2009
