Young bookworms have the chance to treat themselves to a new summer holiday read as part of an initiative run by East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH). The charity, which supports families and cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions, has 44 Retail shops across East Anglia. All are running a campaign throughout the school holidays whereby children can pop in and pick up a free book. EACH Head of Retail Central Operations Sarah Throssell said: “We’re thrilled to be running this fabulous initiative again. “It’s a regular school holiday event for us and, as ever, we hope it encourages and entertains young readers throughout the summer. “It’s always popular and well-received, particularly during the school holidays when families may be struggling for low-cost ideas to keep children entertained. “A few of our shops have even organised afternoon story-telling sessions, where children can enjoy a piece of fruit and free stories. “It’s lovely to see and then to watch the children go and pick their book from the shelf.” EACH has three hospices – The Nook, in Framingham Earl, near Norwich, The Treehouse, in Ipswich, and at Milton, near Cambridge. To find out where your nearest shop is, head here. Image credit – EACH
