Are you an adult learning to read or trying to get your GED? Are you learning to speak English? The Free Library’s Reader Development Program gives away free books written especially for adults like you. If you live in Philadelphia, have a Free Library card, and are at least 18 years of age, you can get 2 free books per year.

Reader Development books cover reading, writing, math, job skills, fiction, biography, GED, and English as a second language. Contact us at 215-686-5346.

The Reader Development Program has returned to the newly renovated location on the Ground Floor of the Parkway Central Library.

Please note that the new RDP fax number is 215-686-5257. The RDP phone number remains 215-686-5346.

Due to recent budget cuts the Reader Development Program has new rules for learners and agencies to get the free Reader Development books. Please contact the Reader Development Program at 215-686-5346 for more information.