National Year of Reading

2008 is the National Year of Reading - a celebration of words and reading.

We have lots of events planned and there will be opportunities for you to get involved. Our what's on page will have all the details.

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Reading Promises

Make a reading promise to yourself for the Year of Reading. See some of our suggestions along with promises already made on our reading promises page.

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Plymouth Book Trail

A new city-wide scheme for people who love to read. Pass on books you’ve read and find new books - for free.

Find out more about the Book Trail.

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Passport to Reading

Explore the world through great reading. Join in with our Passport to Reading challenge. Read six books, get a free coffee from Starbucks and be in with a chance of winning a £20 book token.

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During the year each month will have a theme. Here's just some of what you can look forward to:

This month - Rhythm and rhyme

The Waterfront Writers

Join the Waterfront Writers in libraries. Listen to their poetry and get advice about your own. Our what's on page has the details.

Summer Reading Challenge - Team Read

This year's challenge starts on 14 July. Find out more about Team Read including how to take part, plus events and activities to keep children busy over the summer.

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August - Read the game

September - You are what you read

European Day of Languages.

October - Word of mouth

Launch of Children's Writing Anthology; poetry competition.

November - Screen reads

December - Write the future