World Book Day plans outreach with book club and library collaboration

​A new monthly book club and greater outreach to public and school libraries are among the World Book Day plans for 2021, the charity’s c.e.o. has revealed at this year’s Bookseller Children’s Conference.  Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2020-09-28 19:52:05 UTC ]

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11 Book Club Picks for February 2025

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In Portugal: De Marque’s BiblioLED Project Is Activated

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