Introducing Words TV

A world of stories.
One channel.

For the stories you know by heart, the stories you've yet to discover, and everything in between. Welcome to a whole new way to experience the written word.

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Our programme collection

Something for every reader.

From timeless classics to late-night mysteries, from tiny imaginations to big literary conversations. Our programme lineup is in development.

Narrated books

The Audiobook Hour

Get lost in the story, with narrated literature and immersive, cinematic imagery.

Children & family

Storytime TV

Little stories, big imaginations. Beautiful adventures for young book lovers.

Lists & discoveries

The Book List

Top tens, hidden gems and the books everyone should be talking about.

Mystery & suspense

Crime After Dark

Intrigue, suspense, classic mysteries and stories with a darker side.

Literary classics

Classics Corner

The great works of literature, retold and rediscovered for a new audience.

Authors & voices

Live at the Library

Readings, conversations and fresh perspectives from the world of books.

Poetry & reflection

Poetry Corner

Poetry that stays with you. A moment of quiet in a noisy world.

Literary culture

Beyond the Page

Explore the people, places and fascinating histories behind the words.

"There is no greater adventure than a story well told."Words TV · Our philosophy

Made for curious minds

Books aren't just
for reading.

They're for listening to, sharing, watching and talking about. We're creating a television home for every kind of story, with original programming alongside carefully selected literature.

Listen differentlyNarrated books paired with visuals designed to complement the words, not compete with them.

Discover something newBook countdowns, original features, author spotlights and stories from every genre.

Everyone is welcomeFrom children's reading adventures to literary classics and late-night storytelling.

Now broadcasting classics

Turn on.
Tune in.
Get lost.

Words TV is now broadcasting its first narrated classics, with new programmes joining the schedule as production continues. Watch our early test transmissions and be part of the story from the start.

Watch the live channel ↗

NOW ON AIR · TEST TRANSMISSIONS

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The next chapter is nearly here

Good things are
worth the wait.

Our first classics are already on air. Leave your email and we'll let you know as more book programmes join the channel and when our full schedule launches. Nothing noisy, just the good stuff.

NEW: WORLD BOOK CHARTS — Watch our USA, UK, Canada and Australia bestseller programmes ↗

A world of stories.One channel.