What’s your great read? To kick off the Year of Reading 2026, we want to know about your very favourite books, the ones that made you laugh or cry, the ones that broke or filled your heart. Come share your love of reading with other readers and writers. Maybe you’ll find your next great read! With Peggy Riley.

Peggy Riley is a novelist, playwright, and lecturer in literature and drama. She lives in Whitstable, where she runs Hope & Anchor Writing.