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One of my favourite things to do — whether it’s on holiday, curled up under a blanket with a cup of tea, or snatching a few quiet minutes before bed — is to read. 2025 has been a brilliant year for books so far, and I’ve enjoyed everything from mythological retellings to emotional road trips
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With 2026 being the National Year of Literacy, there’s never been a better time to give the gift of reading. Books open up whole new worlds — they spark imagination, curiosity, and creativity. When a child unwraps a book at Christmas, you’re not just giving them a story — you’re giving them adventures, laughter, and
This is the third part of my best books of 2024, focusing on books for adults. We already have the best books read in 2024 for Young Adults and Middle Grade. Part of my role as a school librarian is looking after the bookcase in the staff room. All of the titles listed below went
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Marianne – our Reading Champion for 2025 and Boys’ school librarian is back with her review of the best Young Adult Books she read in 2024. From thrilling adventures to heartfelt coming-of-age stories, these must-reads are perfect for teens. Young Adult Books are available for children between the ages of 12 and 18, indicating that
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The Best Middle Grade Books of 2024 – A librarian’s top picks is collated by my long-time friend Marianne – Marianne Weekes has worked in the education sector since 2017 and has been Librarian and Literacy Leader at Gravesend Grammar School for the past four years. She is a judge on the Spark! 2025 Book
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