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Whether you're rekindling your reading habits, looking for a binge-worthy series, or want to expand your literary horizons; we've got you covered. Check out our staff-curated author lists, recent award winners and more to take your entertainment to the next level. 

Good Reading Magazine

The Hub for Book Lovers is your Australian literary one-stop shop. Get the latest book news and independent reviews, podcasts and articles, or try out their book club. Find your next great read, and keep the little ones entertained with their selection of book-related activities.

Gordy's desk

Gordy is a member of our Collections team. Consequently, her desk sees lots of interesting items pass across it. Here are some of her recommendations of books and DVDs.

Recent Reads

Our library staff recommend books and videos they have recently read or watched.

Reviews

These sites are recommended by our staff as a great source of reviews and information.

Book awards & prizes

The best of the best, local, state, national and international awards, these are the books and films to get your hands on.

Film awards & prizes

Notable awards from film festivals and awards ceremonies around the world.

Video recs

Wading through streaming platforms online to find something to watch can be a challenge. Here are some recommendations from our staff to channels or videos on sites like YouTube or Vimeo.

Podcast recs

We listen to a range of podcasts. Here are some of our recommendations.

Most requested books

These are the most requested books since 2022.

Recommended authors

Australian authors

Home-grown heroes of literature.

Award winners

Current and past award-winning books.

Contemporary

Characters and situations that depict our world and society.

Crime

Detective and mystery fiction at it's finest. Includes cosy crime and southern cross crime.

Fantasy & sci-fi

Explore the realms of magic and myth. Peer into an alternate universe.

First Nations authors

The work and voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Gentle reads

Feel good stories to nourish your soul, with little to no sex, violence or profanity. Includes Family Sagas.

Historical fiction

Kings and Queens, sea stories, romance and more.

New adult

Relatable stories for twenty-somethings.

Romance

Lose yourself in a love story. Includes rural romance.

Thriller

Escape into a world of adventure, thrills and suspense.

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Gordy's desk 2023

Gordy is a member of our Collections team. Consequently, her desk sees lots of interesting items pass across it. Here are some of her recommendations of books and DVDs from 2023.

Recent Reads from Mandy and Gordy

Two stunning books about amazing women.

Writers' Week 2023

Links to our catalogue for the authors in the Writers Week live stream 2023

Gordy's desk 2022

Gordy is a member of our Collections team. Consequently, her desk sees lots of interesting items pass across it. Here are some of her recommendations of books and DVDs from 2022.

Most requested books of 2023

This is our master list of adult books most requested in 2023.

Most requested books of 2022

This is our master list of adult books most requested in 2022.

Christmas 2022 in the Libraries

It's that time of year again and our team has put together some great recommendations, recipes and crafts for the festive season.

Video recs

Wading through streaming platforms online to find something to watch can be a challenge. Here are some recommendations from our staff to channels or videos on sites like YouTube or Vimeo.

Podcast recs

We listen to a range of podcasts. Here are some of our recommendations.

Recent Reads from Laura and Hannah

Our team is offering an interesting array this month

Recent Reads from Gordy and Laura

A story about families and a film that hits hard.

Recent Reads from Laura and Karyn

Some challenging reading this month.