Reading Friends

Reading Friends

What is Reading Friends?

Reading Friends is The Reading Agency’s reading connection programme. It connects people by starting conversations through reading, giving opportunities to meet others, share stories, make new friends and have fun.

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Reading Friends has made a difference to people’s lives – supporting wellbeing, creating meaningful connections, reducing loneliness and engaging more people in reading together for pleasure. Reading Friends had a powerful impact on communities – building social support networks, creating long-lasting connections and friendships.  

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71% of Reading Friends participants found increased confidence to try new things thanks to the programme

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68% of Reading Friends participants felt less lonely thanks to the programme

Resources

Book Club Hub - Book Club User Guide

"The Book Club Hub":https://bit.ly/41CqjBl is a platform connecting readers and book clubs of all ages across the UK. It is managed by national reading charity,…

Reading Friends Inclusive Audiobook Guide

This guide is designed to support library staff in running audiobook groups for people who are blind and partially sighted. It includes practical tips, insights…

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