Reader development

This commitment is to:

• Promote the enjoyment of books and reading.
• Widen choices for readers.
• Encourage readers to try different types of books.
• Enable readers to link up with each other.

In practice this means that Derbyshire Libraries offer readers:

• Access to a reader group network throughout the county via the Book Chat scheme.
• A chance to meet other readers through reading groups, author events or special readers' events.
• Newsletter, an opportunity to exchange ideas about books through reading groups, book chains, and readers' noticeboards.
• A range of book promotions and events throughout the year in libraries across the county.
• An opportunity to suggest books for the Book Chat list.
• Consultation about events, activities and feedback on services for readers and reader groups.

This work is outlined in a three year Reader Development Strategy 2005/2008. Our Readers' Charter demonstrates our commitment to supporting readers.  These documents are available in all Derbyshire Libraries or available to download in Portable Document Format (PDF) in the more information section below.

For further information about reader development activities in your area, drop in to your local library or contact the Reader/Audience Development Officers, Priscilla Baily or Will Newman by telephone: 01773 831359 or email: priscilla.baily@derbyshire.gov.uk  or will.newman@derbyshire.gov.uk.