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Real Life Read for National Reading Group Day

National Reading Group Day is on Saturday 18 June, a great chance to celebrate your reading group, join a group or set up your own.

This year to mark the occasion we have been searching for the best Real Life Read for reading groups. We have invited readers to vote in our online poll for the narrative non-fiction title they think would make the best reading group choice.

Voting has now closed for this year’s poll, and the winner will be announced on 17 June. Do check back on the day to see our winner!

Discover the books

Nineteen different books were put forward to fight for the title of best Real Life Read. They are hugely varied in style and content, with something for every reader.

Find out more about all of the titles by reading through the book list.

Get involved

Have you read any of the Real Life Read books? Leave a review for them.

Does your reading group read non-fiction? Share your recommendations with us on Twitter or by commenting below.

Not yet signed up to Reading Groups for Everyone? Join now – it’s quick, easy and free, and you will be able to access all of our offers and opportunities.

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