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Book Week NI
An introduction to Book Week 2023
Mark Simpson introduces Book Week 2023 (Monday 16 October-Sunday 22 October) and tells us about some the ways that you can get involved.
Book Week 2023 - Recommended Reads
A collection of book recommendations for 2023 from guests including Carl Frampton, Petroc Trelawny, Tara Mills and Declan Harvey, Adam Patterson and Declan Lawn, Jarlath Burns, and Elaine McGee and Mark Patterson.
Blue Peter Book Club
Head over to the Blue Peter Book Club for even more amazing stories and tons of exciting activities, quizzes, and cool challenges!
The Radio 2 Book Club
Zoe Ball celebrates Book Week 2023 and the best in new fiction, with author interviews and listener reviews for ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Radio 2’s Book Club.
A Box of Delights for Book Week
A concert of music and readings for Book Week 2022 with John Toal, the Ulster Orchestra and special guests. A mix of soundtracks with book associations, from Mary Poppins and Harry Potter to Matilda, Miss Marple, Bridget Jones and Paddington Bear.
³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Radio Ulster - Our Big Read 2023
People from across Northern Ireland tell us their favourite reads and listens, with the stories, colour and characters that make them so special.
Book Week NI Returns for 2023
Book Week NI returns for a conversation-filled celebration of books, reading and libraries from Monday 16 October-Sunday 22 October 2023.
Books and Music
As part of Book Week 2020, we asked the Ulster Orchestra to perform a selection of music inspired by books. This performance includes some well-known tv themes, including Jackanory and Katie Morag. It was recorded in Belfast Central Library.
Words and Music
A wonderful, weekly journey of discovery, weaving together a range of music with poetry and prose read by leading actors. Each programme has a different theme.
Book Week 2023 - Photo Gallery
A small selection of photos about Book Week NI 2023.
Talking About Books 2023
A selection of interviews, features and reports about Book Week 2023.
Create your own poster, bookmark or bunting for Book Week 2023
You can colour and create these Book Week resources for use at home and school.
Book Week 2022 - Recommended Reads
A collection of short interviews in which our guests talk about their reading memories and recommendations. Those taking part include: Diona Doherty, Holly Hamilton, Diarmuid Gavin, Dave Elliott and Lindsay Allen.
Book Week 2021 - Recommended Reads
A collection of short interviews in which our guests talk about their reading memories and recommendations. Those taking part include: ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳NI's Tara Mills and Declan Harvey, Tricia and Cara Mailey and comedians Tim McGarry and David Hume.
Book Week 2020 - Recommended Reads
A collection of short interviews in which our guests talk about their reading memories and recommendations. Those taking part include: comedian Paddy Raff, author Jan Carson, ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳NI's Marie-Louise Connolly and the ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳'s Director-General Tim Davie.
Book Week 2019 - Recommended Reads
A collection of short interviews in which our guests talk about their reading memories and recommendations. Those taking part include: journalist Eamonn Mallie, writer Glenn Patterson and ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ presenter Gemma Bradley.
Talking About Books
A selection of interviews, features and reports about Book Week 2022.
Read All About It! on ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Radio Ulster
Mark Simpson and Holly Hamilton eavesdrop on some conversations about books, reading and libraries for Book Week 2022. Fun filled conversation in great company and with plenty of suggestions for books to borrow or re-read during Book Week and beyond.
C³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Book Club
Rhys Stephenson presents fun interviews and conversations about books for younger readers. Lots to enjoy and many different ways for viewers to get involved.
Books on Screen 2021
A selection of interviews, features and reports about Book Week 2021. Those taking part include Stig Abell, William Sieghart, Adam Beales and members of 'The Camilla Club'.
The Big Scottish Book Club
Damian Barr interviews some of the biggest names in fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley
Michael Mosely explores the health benefits of reading fiction for half an hour each day. He finds out how taking time with a book can reduce stress, tackle depression and why it may even help you live longer. A programme on ‘shelf-improvement'...
World Book Club
Conversations with brilliant writers from around the world. Fascinating insights and lots of new books to discover from the ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ World Service.
Axel Scheffler: The man who drew The Gruffalo
A fascinating profile of the celebrated illustrator Axel Scheffler. His depictions of the Gruffalo, Stick Man and other Julia Donaldson creations have captivated generations of readers – and ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ television audiences.
Book of the Week
Serialised book readings, featuring works of non-fiction, biography, autobiography, travel, diaries, essays, humour and history.
William Sieghart
William Sieghart, the founder of the Forward Prizes for poetry and National Poetry Day, talks to Michael Berkeley about the music and poetry he loves.
³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Ideas: What does reading on screens do to our brains?
This short film explores the benefits of reading and the effects of screen time. Prepare to be surprised!
Photo Gallery - Book Week 2022
A selection of photos about activities and events as part of Book Week 2022, including from our Read All About It! recordings, A Box of Delights and Love Your Library Day.
Photo Gallery - Book Week 2021
A regularly updated selection of photos about people and events during Book Week.
Around the ³ÉÈËÂÛ̳
100 Novels That Shaped Our World
Explore the list of 100 novels whose stories have the power to change us.
³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Ideas: Five books that helped shape our world.
This short film explores how some books have changed how we think about our world. A thought-provoking selection – and maybe some new reading ideas!
10 novels about crime and conflict
The impact of war, violence and struggle unite these choices.
Resources
Why is storytelling important to children? (³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Teach)
There’s evidence to suggest that the benefits of being read to frequently as a child go way beyond just literacy skills. Former CBeebies presenter and dad Alex Winters finds out just what’s so important about stories.
³ÉÈËÂÛ̳ Bitesize Story Writing Tips
Creative and narrative writing tips to help you get started on your unwritten masterpiece.