Reading ideas

Check out some of the book lists prepared by our library team.

Looking to broaden your reading horizons?

Australian graphic novels

Australian women and their stories

Beginner chapter books for newly independent readers

Disability awareness reads

Early childhood - eating, sleeping and dental care

Family-friendly books about same-sex parents, sexuality and gender

Healthy eating and nutrition

How to write your story

International Women's Day booklists for early yearsjunior readers and for youth (aged 12-25)

LGBTQI+ booklist 

Women's Health

National Science Week

Premier's Reading Challenge booklists for early childhood and prep to Year 2, Years 3 and 4, Years 5 and 6, Years 7 and 8, and Years 9 and 10

Sustainable living

16 Days of Activism Let's change the story to prevent violence against women. What we read can challenge our attitudes and create a future where we are all safe, equal and respected. Here are some book recommendations for kids and adults that encourage us to think differently about Gender and Equality. 

If you see something you like to borrow, log in with your library card number and 6 digit PIN to reserve an item!

Make sure you also visit visit our library catalogue which is regularly updated with a selection of reading recommendations to suit a wide range of interests, reading levels and age groups.