77% of ‘non-readers’ read weekly.
Everything changes when you read.
We’re a UK charity with a vision to get more people fired up about reading.
National Year of Reading
The Reading Agency is supporting public library engagement for the National Year of Reading 2026.
Our Research
Research and evidence is central to helping us achieve our mission. We speak to people of all ages across the UK to understand how and why they read, the successes and challenges they face and how our work can make a real difference.
1 in 4 children don’t reach the expected level of reading by the age of 11
Featured booklist: Quick Reads 2026
Latest News
The Reading Agency and Spotify Partner for World Book Night
Audiobooks can act as a gateway to reading, fit time-poor lifestyles, and help people to feel connected UK charity The…
The Reading Agency Partners with Explore Learning to Help More Children Keep Reading Over the Summer Holidays
The Reading Agency has announced a new two-year partnership with Explore Learning to support the Summer Reading Challenge, helping children…
The British Book Awards 2026 Library of the Year winners revealed
Eight libraries and library authorities from across the United Kingdom and Ireland have been crowned as the regional and country…
Library Facts
Explore key facts about libraries, including the numbers of libraries, the demographics of library users and the outcomes of using libraries.
Reading Facts
We want to create a world where everyone is reading their way to a better life. Explore UK-wide reading statistics and facts.
Resources for Librarians
Pam mae Darllen o Bwys: Pecyn cymorth awdurdodau lleol Cymru
Mae'r pecyn cymorth hwn wedi'i gynllunio i helpu i roi llyfrgelloedd wrth galon y Flwyddyn Darllen Genedlaethol a chefnogi’r gwaith o godi arian a sicrhau…
Why Reading Matters Toolkit - Wales (English language)
Why Reading Matters: A Local Authority Toolkit, brings together clear evidence, key messages and practical tools to help libraries and their partners make the case…
Go All In/Ymgolli Library Assets - Social Media - WELSH
The assets in this Zip folder have been designed specifically for public libraries in Wales to promote the National Year of Reading 2026. The files…
Go All In/Ymgolli Library Assets - Posters, screens and email WELSH
The assets in this Zip folder have been designed specifically for public libraries in Wales to promote the National Year of Reading 2026. The files…
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