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

BOOKS COUNCIL OF WALES: TRUSTEESAre you passionate about encouraging more people to pick up a book and benefit from all the advantages associated with reading?Are you keen to contribute toards the important work of supporting the publishing industry in all parts of...
Gornest Lyfrau (English)

Gornest Lyfrau (English)

An annual project that encourages young readers from years 3 to 6 to read for pleasure  2024 Results 2024–25 Reading Lists What is the Gornest Lyfrau? Gornest Lyfrau is an annual project that encourages young readers from year 3-6 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...