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Book Club

Redkite’s Book Club is for anyone who wants to read about the childhood cancer experience – this includes young children, teenagers and adults. Our extensive library of books cover a range of topics, including strong emotions, communication challenges and cancer treatments. You can choose from over 80 books and borrow for free, for as long as you like!
Father reading a book to his kid from the Redkite Book Club service which provides free resources for cancer patients
a father and child reading a book together
A mother reading with their child
A collection of books that have been laid out
A child reading with their father
A child reading a story with their guardian
a child and their mother reading a story together
A child and father enjoying a story together
A mother reading with their child
A collection of books that have been laid out
A child reading with their father
A child reading a story with their guardian
a child and their mother reading a story together
A child and father enjoying a story together

Book Club FAQs

The Book Club is open to everyone impacted by childhood cancer – including parents, carers, children, teenagers, and siblings. It’s for anyone who wants to explore stories and resources related to the childhood cancer experience.

There’s a wide range of books for all age groups, including both fiction and non-fiction. Topics cover personal stories, diagnosis, treatment, navigating emotions, and more.

No – all books are completely free to borrow.

Yes. Health professionals can refer families to Cancer Hub services, including the Book Club, using this referral form.

To access support, get in touch and we’ll look after the rest.

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About Redkite

Holding it together when your child’s life is in question can feel impossible. Redkite provides practical, emotional and financial support for families who have a child with cancer aged 17 or under, so you don’t have to face it alone.

 

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