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Sharon's story

A better life through books

Sharon grew up in an informal community at the edge of Nairobi. Despite the challenges she faced, she knows the power books and perseverance can truly have.

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Reaching a generation of readers

Generation reader will reach 10 million young people across Africa by 2030. In this blog, our Chief Executive reflects on the campaign, and what it means to young people.

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Reflecting on 20 years of partnership  

Hear from Pan Macmillan Chief Operating Officer James Long about why his company is so committed to supporting our work, and about one very special recent book donation.

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Rogers' story

Moving books to far places

Rogers grew up with no books and went on to found his own library - including a bicycle library. This is his story.

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See you at Hay Festival!

We are delighted to be back at Hay Festival again this year on Friday 2nd June for our event with Elif Shafak, Mariella Frostrup and Kit De Waal.

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Behind the warehouse doors

Dave, our shipping and warehouse supervisor, explains the logistics behind sending books from our London warehouse.

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