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 -
The Reading Doctor
Our Reading Doctor column addresses barriers to reading identified by everyday Kiwis.Learn more about The Reading Doctor06 -
Annual Pānui / Lecture
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 Pānui / Lecture07 -
Pōkai Tuhi
Pōkai Tuhi is an initiative to work with more Māori and Pasifika writers to inspire our tamariki.Learn more about Pōkai Tuhi08
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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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Hine Toa: A Story of BraveryRecommended
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Brave Kāhu & The Pōrangi MagpieRecommended
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Te Wheketere MoemoeāRecommended
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The Dream FactoryRecommended
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Mataali'iHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Six-Legged Ghosts: The insects of AotearoaRecommended
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Hopurangi—Songcatcher: Poems from the MaramatakaHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Koro's StarHighly 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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Jack & SandyRecommended
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CoastwatcherHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Sylvia and the BirdsRecommended
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Tonight, I BurnHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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The Last Fallen Moon.Highly recommended Highly Rec’d
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BackwatersHighly recommended Highly Rec’d
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Call Me Madeleine.Recommended
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Mission GirlRecommended
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