Reading links
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Essex libraries recommendations for reading groups.
Based on the Book
Search by title or author to find out if there is a film of the book.
Listen to book serialisations or adaptations for the radio that are free to download.
Book Army
Harper Collins readers’ website. Review books, build reading lists, get book recommendations and make direct contact with authors.
BookCrossing
A global book club that encourages members to leave books they have read for others to find and enjoy.
Bookgroup.info
Dedicated to reading groups with a handy UK reading group finder, book of the month and author interviews.
Booktrust
Thousands of recommended books for adults and children with reviews and themed booklists. Booktrust is an independent charity and works with support from publishers as well as the Department of Children, Schools and Families to offer free books to every child in England. Make sure your grandchild or family friend has received their Bookstart, Booktime or Booked Up books.
Britfilms
Lots of information about British films including films based on books.
Derbyshire Reading Groups
Useful information about setting up and running reading groups and book chains as well as where you local Derbyshire groups are.
enCompassCulture
Book selection site with over 10,000 books to choose from.
Google Books
Download and print out-of-copyright books for free; plus a library search.
LibraryThing
Catalogue your books and share reviews with other readers. LibraryThingLocal has information on local libraries, bookstores, festivals and events near you (uploaded by readers).
Listen to books that are free to download.
Meet the Author
View videos of authors talking about their books.
Penguin Readers Group
Penguin publisher's reading group site. Requires free registration.
Over 6,000 e-books to download free.
Every year on World Book Day there is a new range of Quick Reads books (short books for a quick read) written by bestselling writers and celebrities, these books are ideal for regular readers wanting a fun, fast read or for people who’ve got out of the habit of reading, or find it difficult. This year Quick Reads have launched ten new titles with authors including Cathy Glass, James Patterson, Terry Jones, Benjamin Zephaniah and more. Find out about the books, read reviews and listen to authors talking online.
A book swap shop where you can swap books you've read for new books, recycle books and get rid of used books. All you need to pay for are postal charges.
Royal National Institute for the Blind National Library Service
News, advice, talking and Braille books.
Short Story
Find out about short story collections, competitions and how to write short stories. Read short stories online.
If you now someone who is not a confident reader they could take the six book challenge.
This organisation run read-aloud groups within community settings and have a project manager specifically for dementia and elderly care.
Vintage Books Reading Group Guides
Vintage Books reading group guides include a description of each book, questions, discussion topics, and author biographies.
Virago
Virago publishers site with author and book information. Includes reading guides to some of their books.
Which Book Net
Fun book selection site from Opening the Book.
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