National Year of Reading 2026: It’s time to Go All In
April 1 2026Everyone knows reading expands worlds, sharpens minds, and fuels creativity. But fewer of us are making time for it. The National Year of Reading is a Department for Education initiative, supported by more than 60 partners and led by the National Literacy Trust.
The theme is to Go All In with your passions; to reconnect reading with the things that already inspire us – from playlists to the Premier League, food to family time, gaming to gardening. Go All In promotes reading that fits how we live, not the other way around. Their website is filled with exciting reading recommendations that help people dive deeper into the things they love. There are recommendations for all ages and in all formats, including books, comics, audiobooks, graphic novels, podcasts and beyond.
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You haven’t heard a song until you’ve read it
Lyrics that stick with us, artists who shape generations and the stories behind the songs we love. Reading lets you explore the meaning, inspiration and culture behind the music.
Those who read the game, read the game
Off pitch antics, underdog triumphs or the back story of your favourite legend. Sport provides an endless stream of inspiration.
Where the weird and wonderful begin
Alien worlds, dystopian futures and the things that stalk the dark. Horror pushes imagination beyond the limits of reality. From distant galaxies to the depths of our worst fears, the page is where these world’s first come to life.
What’s the secret of comedy?
Sharp one-liners, chaotic characters or the punchline that always gets you. Comedy is powered by great writing. From classic humour to modern satire, the funniest moments often start on a page.
The story doesn’t end when the credits roll
The stories we watch often begin long before they reach the screen. From the books that inspired them to the characters and worlds that go deeper than the runtime, reading lets you explore the story behind the story.
That’s not all! Head to the Go All In website to discover more.
