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Champions of Bookmark

We’re thrilled to introduce the incredible voices standing with us to make sure every child can read.

Meet our champions

Their support amplifies our mission and brings us closer to a future where no child is left behind and every child can discover the joy of reading.

  • Two people sitting on a gray bench reading books, one titled “Exploring Space” and the other “The Brilliant World of Tom Gates,” with posters and string lights in the background.

    Ben Cajee

    Ben Cajee is a television presenter from CBeebies, CBBC and BBC Sport.…

    Ben Cajee is a television presenter from CBeebies, CBBC and BBC Sport. He’s best known for his appearances on Blue Peter, Something Special and Match of the Day.

    The work Bookmark does in primary schools is vitally important. It gives young people the books and tools to improve their reading – boosting confidence, helping them understand and engage with the world, and bringing joy in those quiet moments of the day.’

  • Person with long, dark curly hair wearing an orange collared shirt, positioned against a plain light green background.

    Tillie Amartey

    Tillie is an actress working on shows for Sky, CBBC and Channel 5. She's…

    Tillie is an actress working on shows for Sky, CBBC and Channel 5. She’s also known for her recent appearances in Waterloo Road and The Teacher.

    I love being a Bookmark Champion because reading literally changes everything. As an actress, it’s helped me build confidence, imagination and character. If I can help more kids fall in love with books, I’m all in.’

  • Four people standing indoors in front of a Nishkam School Trust banner, with three holding colorful children’s books including “Bunny vs Monkey,” “Olivia,” “Cat Kid Comic Club,” “26-Storey Treehouse,” “A Better Day,” and “Brilliant Black British History.”

    Sathnam Sanghera

    Sathnam Sanghera FRSL FRHistS is a journalist, broadcaster and…

    Sathnam Sanghera FRSL FRHistS is a journalist, broadcaster and best-selling author, known for his books Empireland and The Boy with the Topknot.

    I know from growing up in a house without books that literacy can save your life. Bookmark do hugely important work and I’m delighted to be able to support it.’

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