Unlock more of what you love with the National Year of Reading

Welcome to the Go All In 2026 hub! We believe that whatever your passion, reading is the engine that takes you further. Our mission is simple: if you’re into it, read into it.

This is about going all in on what makes you tick. Whether you are looking for shared joy and wonder for babies and preschoolers, 'main character energy' or fascinating facts for children and teens, or the next unputdownable thriller for adults, this hub is your HQ.

Throughout the year, we’ll be dropping monthly book picks, exclusive videos and resources designed to help you dive deeper into your favourite subjects. 

Ready to unlock more of what you love? Let’s Go All In!

January book picks

Adult pick: Healthy in One by Meg Robinson

Ditch the diet doom with delicious, easy and healthy recipes all designed for one pot, pan or baking tray. Healthy In One by personal trainer Meg Robinson (AKA @fitfoodiefeed), features over 80 quick, tasty and nutritious meals, minus the piles of pans and hours of clean-up! So whether you're counting calories or minutes, Healthy In One has the solution. 

Great for those who love: New year, new you, healthy eating, quick recipes, fitness and nutrition, avoiding the washing up!

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Children and teens pick: InvestiGators by John Patrick Green

Laugh yourself silly with the ultimate crime-fighting duo in this full-colour comic book adventure series. Mango and Brash are alligators – who investigate! And they need to go undercover . . . in a bakery? Armed with a moustache and a rolling pin, the InvestiGators must discover who has kidnapped top chef Gustavo, and stop his recipes from getting into the wrong hands!

Great for those who love: Comic books and cartoons, laugh out loud stories, supervillains, giant talking chickens, mysteries, Dogman by Dav Pilkey, Bunny vs Monkey by Jamie Smart.

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Babies to preschool pick: Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell

Lift the flaps and share the joy with your toddler as you discover which animal the zoo has sent you as a pet. There's a mysterious parcel to open on every page and a host of favourite animals to discover. Thick card pages, a chunky cased cover and sturdy flaps make this children's classic perfect for small hands.

Great for those who love: Animals, gentle humour, interactive books and toys, catchy repetition, bright, bold artwork, The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, Where's Spot? by Eric Hill.

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Try out some recipes from Healthy in One for free

Try Meg Robinson's Creamy Chicken Ciabatta Bake and Katsu-Style Chicken Baked Rice: guaranteed deliciousness to keep you going through the week without the overwhelm.

Click here for two free recipes

Meet the InvestiGators

They're alligators - and investigators! With their Very Exciting Spy Technology and their tried-and-true, toilet-based travel techniques, the InvestiGators are undercover and on the case!

Help the InvestiGators crack the case with this free activity pack

Solve the wordsearch, spot the difference, decipher the code and create your own comic. 

Download the activity pack here

Make your own lion mask and more with these Dear Zoo-themed activities

Follow the trail, join the dots and draw some fish to join the jumpy frog in the pond.

Download the activity pack here

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