Press releases http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/ en Copyright 2008 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 21:29:24 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Young people have their say in north west libraries Project celebration event: York: 18 June 2008

A project that has enabled over 288 young people aged 11 to 19 years across Yorkshire and Humberside to make key decisions about what they want from their local libraries celebrates its success with a special event on Wednesday 18 June in explore, Library Learning Centre, Acomb, York. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/06/young-people-have-their-say-in.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/06/young-people-have-their-say-in.html Thu, 12 Jun 2008 21:29:24 +0000 Libraries, reading and innovation: be part of the debate The Reading Agency is launching a New Thinking publications programme, capturing cutting edge thinking and challenging debate about reading, and libraries' work with readers. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/05/libraries-reading-and-innovati.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/05/libraries-reading-and-innovati.html journalists Sat, 17 May 2008 16:28:08 +0000 Children's publishers and libraries: new partnership scheme launches A new partnership scheme between children's publishers and librarians begins work this month (May 2008), heralding a new era of joint work. Called Children's Reading Partners, it is led by The Reading Agency and involves 12 children's publishers, The Publishers' Association and the main children's library bodies. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/05/childrens-publishers-and-libra.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/05/childrens-publishers-and-libra.html journalists Tue, 13 May 2008 14:29:48 +0000 Exciting developments in libraries' partnership with the book trade Major developments in libraries' relationship with the book trade were announced at this week's Booksellers Association conference in Brighton (12-13 May 2008), during a session led by The Reading Agency and the Reading Partners library/publisher consortium. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/05/exciting-developments-in-libra.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/05/exciting-developments-in-libra.html journalists Tue, 13 May 2008 14:16:54 +0000 Summer Reading Challenge™: Ten years old We are proud that our national Summer Reading Challenge™ is celebrating ten years of working with the UK library network to keep children reading over their summer holidays, with potentially life-changing results. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/04/summer-reading-challenge-ten-y.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/04/summer-reading-challenge-ten-y.html Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:48:59 +0000 Major publishers launch cross-country library-author programme for National Year of Reading A huge Reader Meets Writer programme including some of the UK’s best-known authors and covering all of the 149 library authorities in England will be announced on 15 April 2008 at the London Book Fair. Read full press release

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/04/major-publishers-launch-crossc.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/04/major-publishers-launch-crossc.html Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:46:00 +0000 New solutions to help every child love reading Enjoying Reading is an important new initiative to help every child love reading by encouraging schools and libraries to work more closely together. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/03/new-solutions-to-help-every-ch.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/03/new-solutions-to-help-every-ch.html Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:55:08 +0000 Their Reading Futures: newly designed website New opportunities to develop essential library staff skills

The Reading Agency is delighted to announce the launch of the latest website version of Their Reading Futures (TRF), which is at www.theirreadingfutures.org.uk. TRF is the online resource which provides training, information and news for all library staff, inspiring and supporting their reading work with children, young people, families and schools. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/03/their-reading-futures-newly-de.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/03/their-reading-futures-newly-de.html Fri, 07 Mar 2008 14:39:31 +0000 Young people and libraries: conference shines light on new future A landmark conference this week heralded a new era for libraries‘ work with young people. A new Youth Libraries Offer was launched, along with innovative models of shaping and delivering library services with their young users. Read full press release.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/02/young-people-and-libraries-con.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/02/young-people-and-libraries-con.html Mon, 04 Feb 2008 12:14:27 +0000 Novelist Mike Gayle announced as patron of Six Book Challenge™ initiative The Reading Agency, the independent charity working to get more reading to more people, is delighted to announce the appointment of best-selling author Mike Gayle as Patron of its new national Six Book Challenge™ initiative.

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]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/01/novelist-mike-gayle-announced.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/01/novelist-mike-gayle-announced.html adult literacy press Sun, 13 Jan 2008 22:08:28 +0000 HeadSpace Efford welcomes young readers Plymouth Library Services is delighted to launch HeadSpace Efford, a completely different kind of library provision developed and run in partnership with young people and The Reading Agency.

Date: Monday 14 January 2008
Time: 5-7pm
Venue: Efford Library, Torridge Way, Plymouth

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]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/01/headspace-efford-welcomes-youn.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2008/01/headspace-efford-welcomes-youn.html Mon, 07 Jan 2008 10:47:48 +0000 Reading, libraries and community engagement – the way ahead Successful outcome to 30 November conference

The Reading Agency and the Local Government Association are delighted to report that their joint conference on Community Engagement Through Reading (30 November, London) generated much productive and thought-provoking debate. It has also provided a starting point for exciting new work and fruitful partnerships. All delegates have committed themselves to an action inspired by the day.

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]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2007/12/reading-libraries-and-communit.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2007/12/reading-libraries-and-communit.html Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:09:27 +0000 Reaching new markets - a guide to developing a successful BME strategy Rageh Omaar to chair 22 November seminar

The Reading Agency and the Bookseller are delighted to announce a joint conference exploring the positive ways that libraries, publishers and retailers can work together to grow the book market, promote Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) authors and target a multi-ethnic audience. The event will be chaired by renowned broadcaster and writer Rageh Omaar.

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2007/12/reaching-new-markets-a-guide-t-1.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2007/12/reaching-new-markets-a-guide-t-1.html Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:08:50 +0000 The Reading Agency celebrates fifth birthday by announcing plans to mark 2008 Year of Reading

As the National Year of Reading approaches, The Reading Agency is celebrating five years of inspiring more people to read more. At a special event on 8 November 2007 at the Royal Festival Hall, London, it will announce a future research and events programme, launch new branding and share news of several major initiatives. Read full press release (pdf).

]]> http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2007/12/the-reading-agency-celebrates.html http://www.readingagency.org.uk/media/press-releases/2007/12/the-reading-agency-celebrates.html Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:07:21 +0000 Publishers back National Year of Reading to bring readers and writers together At last week’s Public Library Authorities’ Conference (Glasgow: 11-12 October 2007) it was announced that nine of the biggest UK publishers are backing the 2008 National Year of Reading with an array of ambitious activities to connect readers to writers in every English library authority. Read full press release (pdf).

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