What the year of reading will mean for personalised audio
2026 has been designated as the Year of Reading in the UK. This government initiative has been designed to address the decline in reading by children and young people. The…
Why Short Stories Deserve their Comeback: the power of short fiction in busy lives
It feels like a cliche to say that we live busier and more time-pressured lives. What is clearer is that the way we spend our time has changed over time,…
How the lessons of global health literacy approaches can impact personalised audiobooks
Clarity of communication is important across many different parts of our lives. In those aspects of public life where sharing messages at a population level – healthcare, justice, education –…
Early Literacy and Personalised Audiobooks
When we think back to our earliest memories of learning such as building our vocabulary, understanding the rhythm of language, and creating meaningful connections to knowledge, there are substantial areas…
International Children’s Book Day: Freeing young minds
The American abolitionist and writer, Frederick Douglass, said, “Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” As the world prepares to celebrate International Children’s Book Day (ICBD) on…
Personalised Audiobooks Can Help Children Learn to Read and Connect
Reading is one of the ways children make sense of the world. Stories teach empathy and conversation skills, forming the core foundation of a child’s education. So, the 2024 findings…
Listen and Learn: Personalised Audiobooks can be a Gateway to Literacy
Audiobooks have a range of positive associations, whether from being a central part of our relaxation time, a delightful way to unlock and enhance treasured stories, a way to expand…