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Everyone feels sad sometimes — even this book.
The Sad Book by Howard Pearlstein and James Munro helps young readers explore sadness with warmth, humour, and sensitivity.
Told from the perspective of the book itself, this interactive story gently encourages reflection, emotional awareness, and resilience, with thoughtful text and expressive illustrations throughout.
Hear author Howard Pearlstein read the first section of the book.
The Book Club Hub, formerly known as Reading Groups for Everyone, is packed with amazing features to keep you and your fellow readers connected — not just within your club, but with the entire Book Club Hub community. Find out how to have members join your online book club.
The Reading Agency and public libraries are working to change this with the Summer Reading Challenge – a FREE, UK-wide programme. Last year, over 575,000 children took part with nearly 12 million books being read. Sing from the rooftops! We’re so thrilled that the theme for the Summer Reading Challenge 2026 will be music. Our exciting partnership with Universal Music Group UK will open doors for children to explore the creative power of reading and music. The link between music and...
Meet the judges who will be selecting the book to win the new BBC Radio 2 Book Club Award at The British Book Awards (aka Nibbies) 2026!
