What's new and trending

What's trending

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Celebrating Classic Writers

Explore well-known authors and other influential writers you may not have heard of with our Classic Writers List.

All of these authors are featured in HOTA’s Writers Revealed exhibition. This Australian exclusive exhibition features treasures and portraits of some of the world’s most renowned and best-loved literary heroes. Exhibition runs from 12 April to 3 August.

Did you know you can keep an eye on what's new by checking our online catalogue? Check back regularly, so you don't miss the best of our new content.

Also see our What's hot carousel for a handpicked selection of great new reads that you can click on to place your hold or download.

For eBook lovers, check out the hottest reads from Libby and BorrowBox.

Explore new authors and genres

When you feel like discovering something new, we'll help you find it. You can ask our friendly team for suggestions, anytime!

Sign up for our weekly eNewsletter or follow us on Facebook or Instragram to find out what's new at libraries.

Come along to our regular book clubs and meet up with other readers, or enjoy our wide range of library programs, including author visits.

Just for readers

See our Readers page for more suggestions on making the most of your reading and your library membership!

What's new

Kids reading in a fun space

If you’re looking for a great new read to download instantly, with no holds, head straight to Libby’s Instant reads collection – you’ll be sure to find something you’ll love, and can start reading right now!

Explore our lists of new items, updated regularly. Browse what’s available and place a hold or download now.

New additions

Our new additions links are now available on the front page of our catalogue. Browse all our latest adult fiction, non-fiction, picture books, large print and DVDs items available to borrow.

Staff picks & recommended reading lists

Did you know you can keep an eye on what's new by checking our online catalogue? Check back regularly, so you don’t miss the best of our new content.

Also see our homepage What’s hot carousel for a handpicked selection of great new reads that you can click on to place your hold or download.

For eBook lovers, check out the hottest reads from Libby and BorrowBox.

Explore new authors and genres

When you feel like discovering something new, we’ll help you find it. You can ask our friendly team for suggestions, anytime!

Sign up for our weekly eNewsletter or follow us on Facebook or Instragram to find out what’s new at libraries.

Come along to our regular book clubs and meet up with other readers, or enjoy our wide range of library programs, including author visits.

Genre reads

Genres

Find your genre

Discover an author in your favourite genre or try something new. From epic sagas to thriller and suspense we have you covered.

Check out some of our most popular genres below.

Australian rural romance

Lust in the dust. Tales of love and fortune lost and found in the great Aussie outback.

Cosy mysteries

Often in a small community, these whodunnits are crime without the gore.

Family secrets

Domestic drama unfolds in the place most people feel safest – the family home.

Historical Fiction

Set in historical places and times, these stories relocate you to a world gone by.

Humorous

Laugh out loud, feel good and smile as you follow crazy adventures and fun stories.

Paranormal romance

Love of another kind with steamy shapeshifters and loveable monsters.

Rom-com

Romantic comedies that leave you feeling warm and fuzzy on the inside

Sci-Fi

Stranger than fiction stories set in space, parallel universes and beyond.

Swoonworthy romance

Guaranteed to give you heart-eyes and fill you with positive emotions.

Time travel

Travel without a passport. So many worlds, so many endless possibilities.

Thriller & suspense

Edge of your seat suspense with plenty of twists and turns along the way.