Growing generations of readers in Aotearoa.
We deliver engagement programmes in communities & schools to help more New Zealanders read more.
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Reading makes
Reading makes life better.
life better.
We believe it’s a superpower that can transform us.
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Writers in Schools
We bring writers and illustrators to your students and staff, either in person or virtually.Learn more about Writers in Schools01 -
Writers in Communities
We enable communities whose voices would otherwise be marginalised to tell their stories.Learn more about Writers in Communities02 -
Writers in Youth Justice
We take creative writing to youth justice residences to encourage participation and produce books by rangatahi that reflect their lived experience.Learn more about Writers in Youth Justice03 -
National Reading Survey
Since 2016, our regular national research has delivered insights on reading in Aotearoa New Zealand.Learn more about National Reading Survey04 -
Summer Reading Challenge
Our Summer Reading Challenges help motivate New Zealanders to read for pleasure over the holiday season.Learn more about Summer Reading Challenge05 -
Annual Pānui
The annual Pānui provides an opportunity for one of our country’s leading writers to discuss an aspect of literature close to their heart.Learn more about Annual Pānui06 -
Pōkai Tuhi
Pōkai Tuhi is an initiative to work with more Māori and Pasifika writers to inspire our tamariki.Learn more about Pōkai Tuhi07
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44K+School students reached
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13Regions throughout Aotearoa New Zealand
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90Writers engaged
The Writer's files
The most comprehensive online collection of information about Aotearoa New Zealand's writers
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School Library
School Library
A regular round-up of the latest books for children and young adults, reviewed by our member school librarians & teachers.
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PoorharaHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Dear MokoHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Wizardry to WētāverseHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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A Ariā me te Atua o te KūmaraRecommended
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Leave Your Big Boots at the Door: Pākehā confronting racism against MāoriHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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When the Kēhua CallsHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Kiwi Bees Have Tiny Knees: Native Bees of Aotearoa New ZealandHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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My Family Tree, My Whānau and MeHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Hooked on Books He Ao Ano
Hooked on Books He Ao Ano
Aotearoa New Zealand book reviews by and for teen readers. Become part of a critical conversation!
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Shadow ChaserHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Before GeorgeHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Mission GirlRecommended
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BackwatersRecommended
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Bug WeekHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Dandy the Mountain PonyRecommended
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Bite BackHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Ten Acceptable Acts of ArsonHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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