Reading Recommendations – LGBT+ History Month

Reading Recommendations – LGBT+ History Month

February marks LGBT+ History month. Here are selection of books that explore the experiences of LGBTQ+ people in Wales.   A Little Gay History of Wales – Daryl Leeworthy (University of Wales Press) A Little Gay History of Wales examines the lives, cultures and...

Grants

The Books Council of Wales receives public funds from the Welsh Government to distribute in the form of grants to publishers and booksellers. We do not administer grants directly to individual authors but instead channel support for writers through the publishing...

Job Vacancies & Volunteering

Partners Officer – LibrariesThis post offers an opportunity to play an important role in a valuable scheme to nurture relationships between authors, schools, and libraries in Wales. Further details can be seen HERE or email menai.williams@books.wales Closing date for...
Bookslam / Gornest Lyfrau

Bookslam / Gornest Lyfrau

An annual project that encourages young readers to read for pleasure  2025 Results 2025–26 Reading Lists What is Bookslam / Gornest Lyfrau? Bookslam / Gornest Lyfrau is an annual project that encourages young readers from year 3-8 to read for pleasure, discuss the...

Tir na n-Og Awards

The Tir na n-Og Awards are the oldest and most popular awards for children’s literature in Wales. Established in 1976, the awards recognise, honour and promote excellence in books for children and young people. They are organised annually by the Department of...