National Year of Reading 2008

19 Nov 2008

The National Year of Reading in Wales is calling all reading groups to stand up and be counted. Co-ordinated by the Welsh Books Council, the National Year of Reading in Wales is trying to find as many reading groups in Wales as possible in order to produce a list online so people can log on and find out where their nearest group is to join.

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“We will organise an author session”

This is your chance to get involved with the Year and let us know what you'll be doing.

The towns of Barry and Llanelli are organising a whole host of book-based events over the summer and autumn.

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Brand new clubs that will offer teenage boys the opportunity to meet celebrities, win prizes and enjoy many activities!

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Celebrities and members of the public throughout Wales gave each other books as gifts during this special week in July!

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Everyone in Wales is invited to be part of the buzz of the Year of Reading! Click on Get on Board for more details.

Reading is an essential skill for all aspects of life, and the Year of Reading is a great opportunity to highlight the importance of reading and to celebrate the pleasure and enjoyment that the written word can bring. Reading can open doors to new worlds!

In Wales, the Year of Reading is coordinated by the Welsh Books Council, with funding from the Welsh Assembly Government.

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