Gift ideas for Mother's Day

Find your next read amongst these new Australian books, hot off the press!

The shortlist for the 2025 Stella Prize has been announced! Discover these great Australian works of fiction and nonfiction with 20% off RRP when ordering online! Just enter the code STELLA25 at checkout to receive the discount!
This offer is only available online, while stocks last, until 11:59pm on Thursday 22 May.

This month we have an exciting offer for all the beginner cooks, devoted foodies and aspiring masterchefs: take 20% off a range of incredible cookbooks!

This offer is available online and in shops (except Readings Kids), on select items only and while stocks last, until Sunday 11 May.

Works from women writers from around the globe, now available in English translation.

The Women's Prize for Fiction is an annual UK-based prize that celebrates female creativity and recognises great novels written in English. These impressive winners span different genres, continents and times – pick one up now for a compelling read.

For a small country, Ireland has a wealth of not just good but truly brilliant fiction writers – dive into this collection to discover some of our favourites.

Travel to Ancient Greece to Renaissance Italy to the trenches of war, with these incredible historical reads.

Offering a wealth of history across the ages, the books in this collection focus on female authors.

Discover compelling stories about food's emotional and cultural importance, from reknowned chefs and writers.

Explore these insightful works of biography and memoir, curated and recommended by Readings staff.

Learn more about your favourite musical artists and the impact of their music with these insightful reads.

From heartfelt memoirs to insightful cultural analysis, these books explore the queer experience, past and present.

Discover the wonders of nature in this fascinating and awe-inspiring collection.

Whether you need guidance on growing veggies, tips for getting your roses in shape, or just want to know a bit more about the plant world, these gardening books are full of insight and sage advice to answer any questions.

From sketching, painting and printing to sewing and mending, these craft books will help you unleash your creativity.

Delve into visual art, fashion, architecture and design with these beautiful new releases, available at Readings.

These adorable picture books are full of all the reasons why we love our mums!

Need inspiration for Mother's Day? Explore these gift ideas, full of personality and curated by Readings.