Bookbuzz is a subsidised book gifting programme designed to promote and support reading for pleasure during the transition to secondary school.

Schools sign up to give pupils in Years 7 and 8 the opportunity to choose a book from a curated selection of 16 titles to take home and keep. Schools are then able to buy discounted copies of the books to distribute to their students.

Participating schools also receive a range of resources to support delivery of the programme, including:

• A Bookbuzz guide with tips and ideas on how to promote the programme in school, as well as information on all the books to enable staff to scaffold and guide pupils in their book choices.
• Two additional copies of each of the year’s Bookbuzz titles for the school library.
• A range of online resources, including author videos and powerpoint slide decks.
• Bookmarks and posters.
• Access to the Bookbuzz Student Zone for all pupils.

Timeline:

• Registration for Bookbuzz is now open and closes on 19th September 2025.
• Book ordering runs from 8th September until 17th October 2025.
• Books are delivered to schools by the end of the autumn term.

Cost: £3.55 per student. Schools buy as many books as they need. Sign up by 16th May to receive a bonus pack of books worth £75.

About BookTrust: BookTrust is the UK’s largest children’s reading charity, providing books, resources and support to help develop a love of reading across every region in England, Northern Ireland and Wales.