This Giving Tuesday send the books that support precious deliveries. Just £2 allows us to send a brand-new book that could provide life-saving information to midwives like Mariam and Gorret. Donate now and help more bundles of joy arrive safe and well: bookaid.org/support-us/p... #BookSky

This #CyberMonday buy a Christmas gift that does twice the giving. When you buy an eReverse Book Token, we'll send brand-new books on the recipient's behalf. You create and send your loved one an eCard, at a time and date of your choosing. Shop now➡️https://www.charitycardshop.com/bookaid/category/1

Shopping this Black Friday? Why not visit our online Christmas shop. Every purchase you make helps us send more brand-new books to readers around the world. Shop now: www.charitycardshop.com/bookaid #blackfriday #charityshopping

“In Uganda we have many nursing schools but not all of them have access to books. If we had more books, we could improve our skills and save more lives.” Donate now to help us send more textbooks so midwives like Gorret can deliver more bundles of joy. bookaid.org/support-us/p... #BookSky

“If I hadn’t had access to these books during my education, I think I would have limited knowledge.” This Christmas, will you help midwives like Gorret and other health practitioners to access the latest medical insights and knowledge? Find out how your gift can help: bookaid.org/support-us/p...

“Myles for Midwives has helped me a lot. I still use that book. If every midwife had access to that book, then infant and maternal mortality rates would be reduced.” Find out how your gift this Christmas could help more midwives like Gorret access new books: bookaid.org/support-us/p... #BookSky

“I believe that reading is a necessity.” Fee Mak We’re thrilled to welcome Radio 1Xtra DJ and book lover Fee Mak to share her reflections on the power of reading and why she supports Book Aid International’s vision of a world where everyone can access books. Watch now ⤵️ #BookSky

Crime and thriller writers, have you got your tickets yet? Book now to join this masterclass next Tuesday ⤵️ #BookSky

"My grandmother supported me to study midwifery. And so did the books that Book Aid International provided." Mariam was inspired to become a midwife by her grandmother – a traditional birth attendant – and used donated books to excel in her studies. bookaid.org/stories/heal... #BookSky

“I feel fortunate that I went to a midwifery school where we had up-to-date medical books, thanks to Book Aid International.” Your gift this Christmas can help send more textbooks worldwide so that more midwives like Mariam can deliver high-quality care. Find out more: bookaid.org/support-us/p...

Here’s video from our latest event, where we were joined by Judith @bookaidint.bsky.social + Michael from the Edward Ndlovu Memorial Trust in Zimbabwe. The event explored how books, libraries & literacy are transforming communities + building a more equal future. ▶️ Watch here: youtu.be/QGw2nTglnIk

Two more shipments have now left our warehouse. 17, 899 brand-new books are on the way to Zimbabwe, while 43,117 books are on the way to Uganda. This brings the total number of books sent so far this year to 740,228. Donate now to send the next book: bookaid.org/donate/ #BookSky

“Without these books, I know I wouldn’t be performing the way I am.” Access to brand-new books means Mariam is equipped with the knowledge she needs to safely deliver babies in Bwindi, Uganda. Your gift this Christmas can help send the books that will equip more midwives: bookaid.org/support-us/p...

What a treat it was to attend the @booksaremybag.bsky.social Reader Awards @foylesforbooks.bsky.social hosted by Claire Balding, celebrating the joy of reading. Many congratulations to all of the winning authors of the awards, which are sponsored by our friends @nationalbooktokens.bsky.social

“Without books from Book Aid International we wouldn't have been able to set up libraries and make it possible for thousands of children to learn how to read.” Simpact Foundation's director Banja shared with us the impact that donated books are having in Zambia: bookaid.org/partn.../sup... #BookSky

"Helping the kids to read and write and seeing the smiles on their faces is the best thing about being a librarian." Peace, Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Malawi Read Peace's story to find out how using the library helps children and young people to keep learning: bookaid.org/stories/refu... #BookSky

Exciting news alert! This week the first shipment left our new warehouse. 15,554 brand-new books are now on their way to partners in Ukraine, including PEN Ukraine. This brings the total number of books sent this year to 679,222. Thanks to everyone who has supported us to do this. #BookSky

Discover how we work in partnership to expand access to books and education at @cilip-ilig.bsky.social's 'The Power of Partnerships' event taking place next week. All details here⤵️

Calling all thriller writers! Make sure you book your tickets for @writersandartists.bsky.social upcoming masterclass with author Vanessa Walters. All details are below⤵️ Brilliantly, the proceeds from ticket sales will also help us send more brand-new books worldwide. #BookSky

We're giving a big shout-out to all the schools taking part in #StorySpace this week. We can't wait to see the magical spaces you create for pupils to read in, while sharing your school's love of books. Don't forget to tag us in your photos 📸 Find out more➡️ bookaid.org/support-us/s... #BookSky

The UK’s National Year of Reading (2026) highlights challenges that resonate worldwide. Although the contexts in which we operate differ enormously, common lessons in what works to get children reading have emerged over the years. We shared these with @bookbrunch.bsky.social ⤵️ tinyurl.com/298cb4zt

Did you know that all the books we send to readers worldwide are brand-new and kindly donated by publishers? As the book trade gathers for the start of the Frankfurt Book Fair, we’d like to thank them for their ongoing support. Find out about book donations➡️ bookaid.org/support-us/d... #BookSky

It's brilliant to see donations coming in from this week's Story Space activities. Thanks to all the staff, pupils, parents and carers who have been taking part in and supporting activities. Can't wait to hear how you've been creating space for reading and sharing your love of books! #StorySpace

Exciting news from @womensprize.bsky.social! We're looking forward to seeing which books they choose.

Don't miss your last chance to sign up for this week's masterclass with Nussaibah Younis, whose book 'Fundamentally' was shortlisted for the @womensprize.bsky.social 2025! Book: www.writersandartists.co.uk/events-and-c...

We'd like to give a big shout-out to all the Scottish schools taking part in Story Space this week. We can't wait to see the magical spaces you create for pupils to read in, while sharing your school's love of books. Don't forget to tag us in your photos📸 #BookSky #StorySpace

"Being a lawyer has always been my dream." Leaving a gift in your Will can help us provide more books to young people like Maame. We've partnered with National Free Wills Network to enable you to make a Will for free. Find out more: bookaid.org/support-us/l... #FreeWillsMonth #BookSky

Starting today, watch Ukraine’s biggest book festival free online as @hayfestival.bsky.social stream Lviv Book Forum.

This #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons we're thinking about the benefit that access to books can have over a lifetime. For readers like Puleni, books can be a lifelong companion. Discover the impact that a lifetime of reading has had on him: bookaid.org/stories/libr... #BookSky

Calling all humour writers! Make sure you book your tickets for @writersandartists.bsky.social upcoming masterclass with Nussaibah Younis. All details are below⤵️ Brilliantly, the proceeds from ticket sales will also help us send more brand-new books worldwide. #BookSky

There's now three months to go until Christmas! If you're keen to get started on preparations, why not visit our Christmas shop. It's the perfect place to pick up our beautiful Christmas cards, including this year's cute new addition, Hedgehog Reading. Shop now: www.charitycardshop.com/bookaid

In need of some gift inspiration? Why not try our Reverse Book Tokens? Your loved one receives a beautiful card from you and readers around the world get the brand-new books they need to keep reading and learning. Find out more and shop now⤵️ www.charitycardshop.com/bookaid/cate... #BookSky

"The more I read, the more I learn." Tanaka, a student in Zimbabwe, has experienced first-hand the difference that access to brand-new books provided by Generation Reader can have. Discover his story: bookaid.org/stories/educ...

Thanks to the generous support of publishers like @hachetteuk.bsky.social our Generation Reader campaign has already provided 141,601 brand-new books to young readers in Africa. Books sent to countries including Zimbabwe, Cameroon and Ghana have so far benefitted 426,288 young people. #Booksky

Since its launch in 2023, our Generation Reader campaign has benefitted 426,288 young people across Africa, providing them with access to 141,601 brand-new books and opening 72 new reading spaces where learning can thrive. Find out more here⤵️ bookaid.org/blog/educati... #BookSky

"Books are liberators. If someone has access to books, they can liberate themselves from a life of poverty." Timothy, a teacher in Zimbabwe, is father to students, Tanaka and Tariro. He shared how access to brand-new books is changing all their lives⤵️ bookaid.org/stories/educ... #BookSky

“Having these books has really been a blessing. I know that it will change things in the classroom.” Cynthia, teacher, Zimbabwe As a result of Generation Reader Cynthia's school recently received brand-new books. She shared the difference they are making to her students. bookaid.org/stories/gene...

Since it's launch in 2023, our Generation Reader campaign has benefitted over 400,000 young people across Africa. This week, we're pleased to be sharing stories from readers who have seen this benefit first-hand. Discover student Tariro's story now: bookaid.org/stories/educ... #BookSky

Thanks to @nationalbooktokens.bsky.social and their customers for the ongoing support. It's meant we've been able to send 10,000 brand-new books to readers who need them. Find out more ⤵️ #BookSky

Have you signed up to receive our newsletter yet? Every month we share stories from readers worldwide, news of our latest shipments and details of how you can help us share the power of books. Why not sign up today: bookaid.org/contact/subs... #BookSky #InternationalDayofCharity

This autumn many schools across the UK are taking part in Story Space. There’s still time for your school to join in to create magical reading memories with your pupils. Get your free resource pack and stickers now 👇https://bookaid.org/support-us/storyspace/request-your-pack/ #StorySpace #BookSky

As September starts, many children will be heading back to school to start a new academic year. We know school libraries help teachers teach and children learn. That's why we send brand-new books to enrich education and help students keep learning. Find out more: bookaid.org/what-we-do/e... #BookSky

Every year, through our Community Reading Awards, we fund a number of projects which support reading at the grassroots level. Find out more about the programme and discover this year’s winners now⤵️ bookaid.org/blog/news/fu... #BookSky #CommunityReadingAwards

It's been a busy summer! We've sent ten shipments of brand-new books to countries including Cameroon, Uganda, Zambia, Somalia and Eritrea.📚 Thank you to everyone who has supported us to do this. It costs just £2 to send each book. Donate now so send the next book: bookaid.org/donate/

Proud to announce our a grant from BMA Giving which is supporting our work providing medical books across Uganda. Find out more about our health education work ➡️ bit.ly/463zr56 and about BMA Giving ➡️https://bit.ly/4mWj28p A huge thank you to everyone at @bma.org.uk! 📷UPMB / Cynthia R Matonhodze

We're hiring! Would you like to join our team and help share the power of books? We're looking for a Partnerships Manager to join our dynamic Programmes and Partnerships team. Find out more and apply here ⤵️ bookaid.org/job/partners... #BookSky

Our latest shipment to Sierra Leone has left our warehouse. 25,095 brand-new books are now on the way to partners including SALBOT, Street Child and the Sierra Leone Library Board. The total number of brand-new books sent so far this year is 606,587. Thanks for supporting us to do this. #BookSky

Happy Friday! We hope you get to spend some time getting lost in a good book this weekend. If you'd like to share your love of books, why not visit our website and find out how just £2 can send a brand-new book ⤵️ bookaid.org/support-us/t... #BookSky #MagicOfBooks

Would you like to hear more from us? Why not sign up to get our monthly newsletter. We’d love to keep you updated with stories from readers worldwide and let you know how you can help share the power of books. The next edition goes out next week. Sign up now⤵️ bookaid.org/contact/subs... #BookSky

"The best thing about this partnership is that it directly changes lives." Since 2020, we have supported Hawassa University in Ethiopia with brand-new books. Mulugeta Woldetsadik, outreach librarian at the University, told us about the impact of these donations. bookaid.org/blog/news/re... #BookSky