The Queen spoke about the transformative impact of literature at The Queen’s Reading Room Festival held yesterday at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. The event, which is closely associated with her personal interests, also served as the platform to announce a forthcoming BBC documentary titled *The Book That Changed My Life*, set to premiere next month.

During a discussion on the influence of book clubs led by novelist Ann Cleeves, the Queen revealed that the documentary, produced in partnership with the BBC and Blink Films, will explore how books have shaped lives, including her own and that of her father, Major Bruce Shand. She described the project as a celebration of "the life-transforming power of books," emphasizing its personal significance.

The upcoming program will follow the Queen as she engages with four individuals whose lives were profoundly affected by literature at pivotal moments. The BBC confirmed that filming took place during the festival, with the documentary scheduled to air on BBC Two on October 14.

At the festival, the Queen shared the stage with broadcaster Gyles Brandreth as part of the event’s broader focus on the role of reading communities in fostering personal growth and connection. Known for her longstanding passion for books and her patronage of various literary organisations, the Queen has often highlighted the meaningful role that reading has played throughout her life.