18 May 2021
The Skylight: Quick Reads learning resource
This learning resource has been written to support the use of Quick Reads with less confident readers. It suggests discussion points and activities chapter by chapter. The resource is in an editable word document format as you may find that...
17 May 2021
Quick Reads 2021 high res photos
These photos can be used to publicise the Quick Reads books to your readers.
17 May 2021
Quick Reads images for plasma screens
These posters are sized for use on any screens you may have in your library, college, prison or workplace to spread the word about Quick Reads!
13 May 2021
Quick Reads 2021 Packshots & Covers
Use these book covers and packshots to advertise the Quick Reads programme.
13 May 2021
Quick Reads 2021 Animation & Author video
Share these videos on social media or use them on your own website or screens to advertise the latest Quick Reads and spread the joy of reading!
13 May 2021
Quick Reads 2021 Assets for Social Media
We have assets sized for Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to advertise the new set of Quick Reads for 2021.
13 May 2021
Quick Reads 2021 Discussion Guides
Use these reader and discussion guides in book groups, Reading Ahead sessions or literacy classes to spark conversation about the six 2021 Quick Reads.
25 March 2021
The latest Quick Reads!
Quick Reads are short books written by bestselling authors. If you’re new to reading, struggle to find the time for longer books or want to try out some new authors – Quick Reads are the answer! These six titles were...
11 March 2021
Quick Reads versions of bestsellers!
We’ve gathered together six Quick Reads versions of bestsellers! If you’ve been wanting to see what all the fuss is about or join in the discussions on bestsellers but find the full text too long, try the Quick Reads version! If...
11 March 2021
Reading Ahead Ambassadors share their favourite books
If you’re just starting out on your reading journey or looking to try something new, why not take a recommendation from the experts! These six titles have been recommended by our Reading Ahead ambassadors and cover a range of topics and...
11 March 2021
Quick Reads by our Reading Ahead Ambassadors
A booklist of Quick Read texts written by our Reading Ahead Ambassadors.
19 May 2020
This Is Going To Hurt: Diary Writing Challenge
This activity sheet has been designed for use alongside reading the Quick Reads version of Adam Kay’s This Is Going To Hurt. It provides inspiration and a framework for starting a diary.
30 April 2020
The Reading Agency Hub
Here you can access The Reading Agency at home. You’ll find ideas, activities and challenges from across our programmes to entertain and educate yourself, your family or those you are teaching remotely. The activities will be refreshed every couple of weeks...
26 March 2020
Covid-19 Toolkit to Stay Connected
We know many of our partners have had to close their buildings and are working remotely. We want to share our resources and ideas that will help us all stay connected.
20 January 2020
Quick Reads 2020 Learning Resources
Quick Reads are often seen as suitable for those at Entry 3, Level 1 or Level 2. They can be used both as a first read or to work towards to as a final goal, depending on the starting level...
25 September 2019
Quick Reads back catalogue
Quick Reads began in 2006. Since then over 5 million copies of more than 100 titles have been distributed. The books have been loaned more than six million times through libraries. This document contains all of the titles published since 2006...
02 November 2018
A Society of Readers - executive summary
A new report that we commissioned from leading independent think tank Demos lays out the central role reading must play in helping to address many of the most pressing challenges British society will face over the next decade. Read the...
02 November 2018
A Society of Readers
A new report lays out the central role reading must play in helping to address many of the most pressing challenges British society will face over the next decade. Read the full report and share your thoughts on Twitter and...
30 January 2017
Looking for Captain Poldark by Rowan Coleman: Quick Reads learning resource
These resources have been designed for those using Quick Reads independently, as well as for those using Quick Reads in a group.
30 January 2017
The Other Side of You by Amanda Craig: Quick Reads learning resource
These resources have been designed for those using Quick Reads independently, as well as for those using Quick Reads in a group.
30 January 2017
Dead Simple by Harry Bingham (Editor): Quick Reads learning resource
These resources have been designed for those using Quick Reads independently, as well as for those using Quick Reads in a group.
30 January 2017
One False Move by Dreda Say Mitchell: Quick Reads learning resource
These resources have been designed for those using Quick Reads independently, as well as for those using Quick Reads in a group.
30 January 2017
A Very Distant Shore by Jenny Colgan: Quick Reads learning resource
These resources have been designed for those using Quick Reads independently, as well as for those using Quick Reads in a group.
03 February 2016
The Anniversary by Veronica Henry (ed): Quick Reads learning resource
A learning resource for readers and practitioners to accompany the Quick Read The Anniversary, a collection of short stories by Fanny Blake, Elizabeth Buchan, Rowan Coleman, Jenny Colgan, Philippa Gregory, Matt Haig, Veronica Henry, Andy McNab, Richard Madeley and John...
03 February 2016
The Double Clue by Agatha Christie: Quick Reads learning resource
A learning resource for readers and practitioners to accompany the Quick Read The Double Clue by Agatha Christie
03 February 2016
Too Good to be True by Ann Cleeves: Quick Reads learning resource
A learning resource for readers and practitioners to accompany the Quick Read Too Good to be True by Lucy Diamond
03 February 2016
On the Rock by Andy McNab: Quick Reads learning resource
A learning resource for readers and practitioners to accompany the Quick Read On the Rock by Andy McNab
03 February 2016
I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai: Quick Reads learning resource
A learning resource for readers and practitioners to accompany the Quick Read I Am Malala (abridged edition) by Malala Yousafzai
03 February 2016
A Baby at the Beach Cafe by Lucy Diamond Quick Reads learning resource
A learning resource for readers and practitioners to accompany the Quick Read A Baby at the Beach Cafe by Lucy Diamond
13 January 2016
Case Study: Cambridgeshire Adult Learning and Skills; Family Learning
Pulling a book group together from our target client group proved unexpectedly challenging. After several attempts, we began with a group of four women. The book group members are parents, unemployed and have an educational attainment level at approximately Level...
