I've chosen to be an ambassador for The Reading Agency because I believe it gives reluctant readers a huge opportunity to start enjoying reading.

Akala is a passionate believer in the power of the written and spoken word and committed to educating and entertaining young people so that they fulfill their potential.

I'm a perfect example of how reading became so important in my life and really changed my life because when I was 17 I'd never read a book.

Dreda, an award-winning novelist, broadcaster, journalist and freelance education consultant, is an ambassador for our work with adults.

Edie Campbell is an ambassador for our work with young people

I've always been a total bookworm and practically lived in my local library when I was a child.

Malorie Blackman is committed to opening up the world of reading to young people and all the opportunities that come from being a reader.

"I really wanted to become an ambassador for The Reading Agency because reading is such a big part of my life."

Michael is passionate about promoting reading for pleasure to and for children and to the essential role libraries play in local communities.