Literacy

A former Reading MP says he believes the town was the second place in the UK to receive the books.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library operates branches in Rotherham, Wakefield and Stokesley.

Renfrewshire Council is to pay further tribute to the country star with day dedicated to her life and work later this month.

For years, Shane Johnson quietly navigated life hiding the embarrassment of being unable to read.

A two-day event includes workshops and presentations from authors.

"Reading regularly can make a real difference to a child's confidence," says a councillor.

Jersey Library is marking the 27th year of its reading challenge with a music theme.