I recently had the honour of attending a very special reading group, at Downview women’s prison in Surrey, England. The visit was in partnership with Books Unlocked, an organisation that provides free copies of Booker Prize longlisted and shortlisted titles to people in UK prisons. I have always believed books have the power to change lives, but seeing this power in action was incredible. Books Unlocked is increasing literacy levels, boosting confidence and creating strong communities. During my visit, we discussed Service95 Book Club’s first Monthly Read Shuggie Bain, and I loved hearing the group’s brilliant, honest and challenging reactions to a novel that’s so close to my heart. The women were kind enough to share five other books on their list – discover them for yourself below.
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- Black And British, David Olusoga
- The Mercies, Kiran Millwood Hargrave
- The Hate U Give, Angie Thomas
- Desert Flower, Waris Dirie
- Dance By The Canal, Kerstin Hensel
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