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Mood-boosting Books chosen by Young Adults: reader application
The Reading Agency is creating a brand-new
Mood-boosting Books
collection chosen by Young Adults as part of the National Year of Reading 2026.
We are looking for people to help read, review and select titles for the final booklist. Titles may include fiction, non-fiction, poetry, graphic novels or short story collections. All will be suitable for adults. There may be titles you have previously read.
What will be involved:
Read a minimum of three books between June and July.
Review the books using a form we will send you
If you would like to be considered for the reader panel, please complete the form by the
15 June 2026
.
Please be aware that space on the panel is limited so places will be offered on a first come, first served basis. All applicants will be notified by 26 June 2026.
Contact
readingwell@readingagency.org.uk
if you have any questions.
*
1.
Name
(Required.)
*
2.
Age
(Required.)
18-25
Over 25
3.
Occupation (if relevant)
4.
Library authority/ Organisation (if relevant)
*
5.
Email address
(Required.)
*
6.
Are you able to read your allocated titles and submit your feedback by 24 July 2026?
(Required.)
Yes
No
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7.
We will be asking each reader to read a minimum of three titles but you can read more if you feel it is possible in the time frame. How many books would you like to be allocated?
(Required.)
3
4
5
6
More than 6
8.
Briefly tell us why would you like to be a part of the Mood-boosting Books – Young Adults reader panel? (50 words maximum)
