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10 books to read this International Women's Day

10 books to read this International Women's Day

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. #BreakTheBias.

Celebrate Mardi Gras with these diverse YA reads!

Celebrate Mardi Gras with these diverse YA reads!

Make your bookshelves rainbow this Mardi Gras, with the following LGBTQIA+ book suggestions!

TikTok Made Me Read It

TikTok Made Me Read It

Inspired by #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt, here are our favourite #BookTok reads! #TikTokMadeMeReadIt

Hachette Australia Announces Publishing Scout Partnership with Benjamin Law

Hachette Australia Announces Publishing Scout Partnership with Benjamin Law

Hachette Australia is delighted to announce a publishing scouting partnership with renowned Australian screenwriter, author, journalist and broadcaster Benjamin Law.

Start Reading A Solitary Walk on the Moon

Start Reading A Solitary Walk on the Moon

Discover the first chapter of Hilde Hinton's new novel, A Solitary Walk on the Moon.

Start reading Blood Sugar

Start reading Blood Sugar

Read the first two chapters of Blood Sugar, the debut novel by Sascha Rothchild.

5 Minutes with Grace D. Li

5 Minutes with Grace D. Li

We chatted with Grace D. Li, author of Portrait of a Thief, about her favourite books, writing habits, and more.

Start reading Portrait of a Thief

Start reading Portrait of a Thief

Read the first chapter from Grace D. Li's debut novel, Portrait of a Thief.

Books to Read on Christmas Eve

Books to Read on Christmas Eve

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house… were magical books, perfect for curling up together and reading.

Books With Inspiring and Empowering Girls

Books With Inspiring and Empowering Girls

We’ve put together a great list of books that celebrate girls and all their sporty, brave, magical, and scientific qualities and attributes! Who’s ready to take over the world?

Books to Read on Your Camping Trip

Books to Read on Your Camping Trip

If you’re taking the kids camping in the wild this summer, or even if you’re pitching a tent in the backyard, then this is the book list you need.

Books That Share the Magic of Reading

Books That Share the Magic of Reading

Creating routines and rituals around books will turn even the most reluctant readers into children who love of stories. Here are 6 enchanting stories to share with the children in your life… and you’ll love reading them too!

Books That Will Expand Your World

Books That Will Expand Your World

Feel like escaping these holidays? Dreaming of travelling again? This fantastic list of books will take you around the world without leaving home.

Books Full of Drama and Intrigue

Books Full of Drama and Intrigue

For some of us, this year has delivered enough drama to last a lifetime. But if you’re still after more drama, then these five great novels will add some blood pumping tension to your summer break.

Books to Get Swept Up In

Books to Get Swept Up In

We’ve put together a list of five fantastic reads that will make you laugh, cry and give you goosebumps.

Books that Tell Amazing True Stories

Books that Tell Amazing True Stories

We know that truth can be stranger than fiction – it can also be entertaining, inspiring, and exactly what you need to read right now.

Books for Lazy Days at the Beach

Books for Lazy Days at the Beach

Summer is here and it’s time for some serious relaxation. What better way to do that than to treat yourself to a lazy day on the beach or by a pool somewhere with a book?

Books for Junior Naturalists

Books for Junior Naturalists

This is the perfect holiday reading list for young nature lovers… and for those kids who need a little more encouragement in that area.

Books to Captivate Young Imaginations

Books to Captivate Young Imaginations

Looking for some books to share? You can’t go past this list of guaranteed captivating reads!

Start reading Something to Hide

Start reading Something to Hide

Read an extract from Elizabeth George's new book, Something to Hide: An Inspector Lynley Novel.

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