I don't know about you, but I am counting down the days until I have a lovely two weeks off! And one thing I'm most excited for is getting some reading done. If you're a one book kinda person but still want to get a lot of reading done, or if you've been waiting to dive into something thick until you had the holidays in front of you, then these chunky books are the way to go!

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Usurping Sally Rooney's throne at number one this month is Helen Garner's first new work in a decade The Season, a tender portrayal of the relationship between grandmother and grandson, and of that moment on the cusp of adulthood when a boy is both child and man.

Not far behind in second place is Taboo by Cheek Media co-founder and CEO, Hannah Ferguson. Part memoir and part feminist manifesto, Taboo is a vulnerable exploration of modern womanhood that weaves…

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From England's Bloody Assizes to a pub in Fitzroy, from a Japanese brothel to the centre of power in the Soviet Union – these gripping works of historical fiction span continents and centuries, giving readers a powerful glimpse into fascinating chapters of history. Learn a little something while being caught up in incredible stories with our top picks of 2024's historical fiction.

Rapture by Emily Maguire

The motherless child of an English priest living in ninth-century Mainz, Agnes is a…

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2024 has been a stellar year for crime fiction, with fresh releases from chart-topping authors like Richard Osman and Michael Robotham, as well as sensational debuts from new authors. While it's hard to narrow down such an expansive genre, here are some of our 2024 crime fiction highlights, covering everything from cosy mysteries to outback noir!

🦘 Crime in the Australian landscape

The Ledge by Christian White

When human remains are discovered in the forests of regional Victoria, the police…

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This time of year is often fraught with end-of-year activities, to-do lists and, of course, shopping. If you're buying a Kris Kringle gift, a stocking filler, or even treating yourself, here are some festive-themed fiction ideas to help ease your mind.

For the cosy crime lover 🕵🏻‍♀️

Everyone this Christmas has a Secret by Benjamin Stevenson

My name's Ernest Cunningham. I used to be a fan of reading Golden Age murder mysteries, until I found myself with a haphazard career…

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Alexis Wright’s multiple award-winning Praiseworthy has garnered another well-deserved accolade, last night winning the 2024 Voss Literary Prize.

Established in 2014, the Voss Literary Prize is dedicated to the memory of historian Vivian Robert Le Vaux Voss and managed by the Australian University Heads of English (AUHE), the peak body for the study of English at Australian universities.

Praiseworthy by Alexis Wright

The prize judges said: ‘Praiseworthy is a work for the ages, a capacious Aboriginal epic based in…

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Every year our staff vote for their favourite books of the year. Here are the best Australian fiction books of 2024, as voted by Readings' staff!

The titles are displayed alphabetically by author.

Dusk by Robbie Arnott

‘Robbie Arnott, author of Limberlost, winner of The Age Fiction Book of the Year 2023, returns with another stunning novel, Dusk, which deserves as much hype as all his other shortlisted and award-winning books.

Set in 19th century Tasmania, a puma…

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Looking for a new book but your TBR is so long you don't know where to start? Turn to the stars, and let your astrological sign decide for you!

If you're an Aries you should read:

The Dagger and the Flame by Catherine Doyle

Aries are typically fiery, passionate, competitive and more than a little impulsive. If you think that sounds like most romantasy heroines, then I agree! Which is why The Dagger and the Flame is a great read…

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As a UNESCO City of Literature, Melbourne Naarm has a proud history when it comes to literary endeavours. It houses Australia's oldest public library, State Library Victoria; The Wheeler Centre, a vibrant hub for a diverse range of organisations focused on literature and ideas; was home to Cole's Book Arcade, the world's largest bookshop of its time; and of course Readings (and numerous other bookshops) has also played an important role over more than five decades…

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2024 has been a great year for Australian fiction, with new releases from beloved authors like Tim Winton, Robbie Arnott, Liane Moriarty and Anita Heiss; but there have also been lots of incredible new books from first-time authors who you might not have heard of. Here are our top picks for amazing debuts that you need to be sure not to miss and new authors you should keep your eye on!

Big Time by Jordan Prosser

Big…

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