Lucie Dess

Lucie Dess is the marketing and events coordinator at Readings

Blog post — 20 Nov 2024

Books to gift your crush

So you've got a crush, but you're not sure how to let the person know? Well good news! I have the perfect collection of books and gifts to help get…

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Blog post — 7 Nov 2024

Books for bird lovers

It's swooping season and if you're like me, you're probably thinking 'I hate those blasted feathered beasts!'. If so, then it's time to hit pause and remember just how beautiful…

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Blog post — 1 Nov 2024

Cookbooks to celebrate World Vegan Day

It's World Vegan Day! And whether you're vegan for the animals, environment, health or whatever other reason, today is for you! If you're not vegan but are feeling curious, then…

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Blog post — 24 Oct 2024

Books for every kind of gardener

Spring has finally sprung here in Australia, so it's time to pull out your gardening gloves and your trowel! Whether you're a seasoned gardener, brushing off your green thumb or…

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Blog post — 9 Oct 2024

A beginner's guide to Emily Rodda

When asked which author sparked my love of reading, without hesitation, my answer is always Emily Rodda. Her books are all instant classics that will be handed down from generation…

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Blog post — 16 Sep 2024

Dog Lover's reading guide

We love dogs here at Readings! We are always delighted whenever a dog walks through our shop doors. If you follow us on Instagram, you're sure to have seen…

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Blog post — 16 Oct 2024

Books to read if you can't afford to travel to New York

Welcome to New York (Readings Version).

Have you been longing to visit the city that never sleeps, but a trip to New York isn't on the cards for 2024? Then…

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Blog post — 7 Aug 2024

Charlie Archbold on her second book, The Sugarcane Kids and the Empty Cage

Readings' Lucie Dess, keen Kids and YA reader, interviewed Charlie Archbold about the second book in her middle grade series: The Sugarcane Kids and the Empty Cage. The…

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Review — 29 Jul 2024

The Sugarcane Kids and the Empty Cage by Charlie Archbold

The Sugarcane Kids are back with another mystery to solve. Rare and exotic animals have started disappearing around town, including Gloria the eclectus parrot, a much-loved member of the community…

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Blog post — 20 Aug 2024

Stickers, stickers, stickers!

Do you miss getting a sticker every time you go to the dentist? Do you wish you could walk around with a sticker on your collar (or phone case)? Why…

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