The NSSM has a long history, starting as National Tell-A-Story Week in 1974, the idea of Pat Triggs, Vice-Chair of the Federation at the time.

-----

In 1998 it was decided to extend the idea to one month and the event became the National Share-A-Story Month.

-----

Over the years many events have been held, with national launches in St. Katherine's Dock, Hastings Castle, The Agricultural College, Humberside, The Royal Armouries in Leeds and Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire amongst others.  Each of these events has involved hundreds of children and adults in partnership with the local Book Group.

-----

Most years there is also a national competition, often with fabulous prizes and this year - 2009 - is no exception.

-----

If you would like to become involved in National Share-A-Story Month 2010, contact the National Coordinator, Karen Hellewell via  wellwisher@btconnect.com)