Books

Discover rare and beautiful works by contemporary artists, from the Library’s little-known collection of artists’ books.

Join Australia’s largest summer public library reading challenge for kids and young people aged up to 18 years.

Take your first steps into Spanish reading with short, simple texts.

Book lovers, little readers, eco parents and Christmas shoppers... this one’s for you!

Books celebrating First Nations languages, and cultures.

Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday with a rare Austen book display and elegant high tea overlooking The Domain.

Ahoy, mateys! Set sail on a hilarious quest for the legendary Pants of Gold in Pirates Love Underpants

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration

A full-day book-signing event for romance readers

Salman Rushdie returns to Sydney for the first time in 12 years to open Festival of Dangerous Ideas 2026.