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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NZ Children's Book Week
15-21 of August is the first ever Aotearoa NZ Children's Book Week. The theme is Reading Around Aotearoa!Learn more about NZ Children's Book Week01 -
NZ Children's Book Week: National Read Along
At exactly 11.00am on Monday 17 August 2026, Aotearoa will read together.Learn more about NZ Children's Book Week: National Read Along02 -
Writers in Schools
We bring writers and illustrators to your students and staff, either in person or virtually.Learn more about Writers in Schools03 -
Writers in Communities
We enable communities whose voices would otherwise be marginalised to tell their stories.Learn more about Writers in Communities04 -
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 Justice05 -
National Reading Survey
Since 2016, our regular national research has delivered insights on reading in Aotearoa New Zealand.Learn more about National Reading Survey06 -
Summer Reading Challenge
Our Summer Reading Challenges help motivate New Zealanders to read for pleasure over the holiday season.Learn more about Summer Reading Challenge07 -
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 Pānui08 -
Pōkai Tuhi
Pōkai Tuhi is an initiative to work with more Māori and Pasifika writers to inspire our tamariki.Learn more about Pōkai Tuhi09
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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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Kupe me te Wheke Nui a Muturangi
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Kupe and the Great Octopus of MuturangiHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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My First IkuraHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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W mō Wahine Toa / W is for Wahine ToaHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Ariā and the Monster Island: The Astromancer Trapped in TimeRecommended
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The Caring Stars of Matariki: Pōhutukawa and Hiwa-i-te-rangiHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Sauniga o le 'Ava Samoa / The 'Ava Ceremony of SamoaRecommended
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The Living Tree - A New Zealand HabitatHighly 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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Castle GrimRecommended
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HunterRecommended
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ColdwireHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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The Absolute BookHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Dream GirlHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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The Raven's Eye RunawaysHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Second Star to the RightHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Faraway Girl
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