Reading Libraries has announced an exciting line up for its ‘Reading Libraries Telling Stories’ series, with a number of great storytellers lined up from early December into spring 2023.
BBC Presenter, Civil Engineer and former Deputy Mayor of Reading, Ayo Sokale will kick off the new series, with her ‘African Tales and Diverse Stories’ session on Saturday 3 December at 1.30pm at Reading Central Library.
Ayo will read from a range of her favourite stories, including ‘Buster Finds His Beat’ by Pamela Aculey,‘Sulwe’ and ‘Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History’ both by Vashti Harrison, ‘Hair Love’ by Matthew Cherry and ‘Tales from Africa’ by KP Kojo.
Other guest storytellers to look forward to include:
More storytelling sessions will be announced in 2023.
There is no need to book for the sessions, just arrive on the day at the children’s library section at Central Library.
The Library Service is keen to hear from anyone interested in taking part in the ‘Reading Libraries Telling Stories’ series. To find out more contact: info@readinglibraries.org.uk