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At Book Aid International we work with our partners to share the power of books and help build a more equal future. Find out more at bookaid.org.
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
December 1, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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
November 28, 2025 at 9:18 AM
“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
November 27, 2025 at 4:36 PM
“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...
November 26, 2025 at 5:19 PM
“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
November 25, 2025 at 5:16 PM
“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
November 21, 2025 at 2:47 PM
“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...
November 12, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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
November 10, 2025 at 4:13 PM
“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...
November 7, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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
November 5, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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
October 23, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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
October 20, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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
October 7, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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
September 25, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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
September 23, 2025 at 2:45 PM
"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...
September 18, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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
September 15, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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
September 12, 2025 at 10:32 AM
"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
September 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM
“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...
September 10, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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
September 5, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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
September 2, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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/
August 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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
August 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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
August 6, 2025 at 8:35 AM