Where every pupil becomes a reader
Sora is the award‑winning student reading app trusted by thousands of schools across the UK, Ireland and worldwide to help foster a love of reading. From cost-effective shared collections to fully customised digital libraries, Sora gives pupils anytime, anywhere access to ebooks, audiobooks and reading tools that support comprehension, improve accessibility and reading confidence.
The easiest, most affordable way to build your school’s ebook collection
For UK schools looking to launch a digital library with high-quality, relevant titles at a low annual cost, Ebooks NOW* makes digital reading with Sora immediately accessible. Expertly curated for UK pupils and educators, these shared collections combine value with minimal setup while still benefiting from all Sora’s tools and features.
Ebooks NOW* is currently only available to schools in the United Kingdom
Primary Ebooks NOW
An always updated collection of:
- 6,000+ ebooks and audiobooks, 200+ magazines
- Carefully curated for primary‑aged pupils
- Strong focus on UK authors and curriculum support
- Includes 500 classic and contemporary titles that can be used for class sets
- Updated regularly to keep the collection fresh
Secondary Ebooks NOW
Engaging, relevant reading for secondary students
- 6,000+ ebooks and audiobooks, 700+ magazines
- Includes GCSE and A level set texts, study guides, leisure titles, comics and more
- Strong representation of UK voices and authors
- Updated regularly for continued relevance
Build a Digital Library That Works for Your School
Choose from the world's largest catalogue of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and more, covering everything from early literacy to advanced academic texts.
English and Literature
Leisure Reading
Nonfiction and Research
Read-Alongs and Hi-Low Fiction
LOTE Titles
Why educators choose Sora
Insightful reporting
Track student reading progress with individual dashboards and access secure, real-time data to inform teaching strategies.
Maximum value
With the ability to access a shared collection among schools, you save money while still benefitting from a premium catalogue and all of Sora’s built-in features and best-in-class platform.
Inclusive access
Sora supports diverse learning needs with features such as dyslexic font, Read to Me, screen reader compatibility and offline reading. Students can read across devices, even when offline, using the Sora app.
Seamless integration
Sora works with your existing learning management system (LMS) or student information system (SIS). Teachers can assign texts, and students can annotate, highlight and export notes for study.
🎉 Celebrate the National Year of Reading with a 25% annual discount on Ebooks NOW
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Free access to The Carnegies shortlisted books
Sora works with organisations and publishers to expand access to reading material for pupils, including seasonal initiatives like The Reading Agency’s Summer Reading Challenge, or our flagship partnership with The Carnegies.
Sora is a proud digital sponsor of The Carnegies, offering free access to the available shortlisted titles for all schools throughout the UK. This improves accessibility for schools and allows students to easily participate in shadow judging during The Carnegies.
Learn more about our Carnegies partnership and register your school for free access to the 2027 shortlist with no commitment necessary.
Ready to bring Sora to your school?
Contact us to learn how Sora can support your students' reading journey and transform literacy outcomes in your school or district.
