Join us as we share how the new Read Write Count with the First Minister book bags could be used for a mixed-level paired reading project.

Celebrate reading role models with the Reading Champion Award! Nominate someone (in school, a library or youth group) who inspires young people to read.

Join internationally respected neuroscience specialist Dr Suzanne Zeedyk for an inspiring day of training designed for early years professionals in Scotland.

Explore toys and gifts for fans of Bookbug, Scottish Book Trust's early years programme that supports you through every stage of young family life.

Every story opens a door to wonder ✨ Write a true story from your life inspired by the theme 'wonder' for the chance to see it included in a our new book, Scotland's Stories: Wonder. This opportunit...

Every story opens a door to wonder ✨ Write a true story from your life inspired by the theme 'wonder' for the chance to see it included in a our new book, Scotland's Stories: Wonder. This opportunit...

Apply for our grant to buy books and materials for schools, teachers, and groups supporting additional needs—help grow a love of stories!

Get your next read delivered to your door with our short stories monthly book subscription box curated by Helen Simpson – a perfect gift for readers.

Get your next read delivered to your door with our crime monthly book subscription box curated by Chris Brookmyre – a perfect gift for readers.

The Scots Language Publication Grant exists to support publishers to publish and promote work written in Scots.

Closing date: Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 11.55pm

This Gruffalo jigsaw puzzle features the characters from Julia Donaldson's much loved picture book. A lovely gift for a Gruffalo and jigsaw fan.

Learn and play with this ABC Game in a Tin is inspired by Eric Carle’s beloved story The Very Hungry Caterpillar. A perfect fun gift for a young reader.

Closing date: Tuesday 25 August 2026 at 11.55pm

Our ASN schools residencies programme provides a fully-funded opportunity for schools to work with professional writers, storytellers and creators from the Live Literature directory.

The Scots Language Publication Grant exists to support publishers to publish and promote work written in Scots.

Book Nook Kits are DIY projects that let you create miniature scenes to display between your books on a shelf. Perfect for book lovers and crafters.

Sign up to take part in Readers of Scotland, a research project aimed at exploring readers' experiences and helping more people access all the benefits that reading has to offer.

We are a national charity bringing the benefits of reading and writing to everyone in Scotland.

Closing date: Tuesday 25 August 2026 at 11.55pm

This 25mm soft enamel bookish pin badge and tote bag bundle, featuring the text 'Ask me what I'm reading', is a great accessory or gift for a book lover!

Get started setting up your own book group with these top tips from Scottish Book Trust staff