Blog and stories

Ridwan's story

For Ridwan, having access to brand-new books is making a huge difference to her and the medical students she teaches. This is her story.

Veronica's story

Veronica loves to read whenever she can, but she also knows that reading can be the key to a brighter future.

Dalitso's story

The more Dalitso reads the better he does at school. Here he tells us how greater access to books is helping him with his education.

Yvonne's Story

During the worst of the Liberian civil war Yvonne set up the WE-CARE library to provide a space for children to read and learn. This is her story.

Gifty's story

Gifty is a teacher in rural Ghana. Having the right kind of books empowers her to create the next generation of readers.

Fabiola's Story

Girls like Fabiola face huge challenges to gaining an education – but with books, she is making her dreams a reality. Read her story.

Ugbaad's story

20 year old Ugbaad is studying for her first degree, and she’s fallen in love with reading at her local library. This is her story.

Davidson's story

Parents like Davidson are seeing how books can transform their children’s education, opening doors for the future. This is his story.

Justin's story

Justin is a refugee with ambitions plans. Find out how books are helping him make his dream a reality.