We've been spoiled for choice with translated fiction in 2023, so choosing highlights to spotlight was a near impossible task, but we managed it. Below explore what we consider to be some of the standout works of translated fiction for the year, including books from Japan, Spain, France and more. 

Kairos by Jenny Erpenbeck (translated from German by Michael Hofmann)

Berlin. 11 July 1986. They meet by chance on a bus. She is a young student, he is older and…

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There is nothing more exciting than discovering an author at the beginning of their career. We are extremely fortunate that this year has been really strong for debut authors in young adult fiction. Here are a selection of our favourite debut young adult titles for 2023, many of which come from very talented Australian authors.

Two Can Play That Game by Leanne Yong

Sam Khoo has one goal in life: create cool indie games. She's willing to do anything to…

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This year we've enjoyed a plethora of brilliant fantasy and science fiction stories for readers aged 8-13. Below is a selection of our favourite books for young readers published this year. These stories are packed with adventure, friendship, magic, questing and, of course, at least one anthropomorphic cat.

Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell

Christopher is visiting his reclusive grandfather when he witnesses an avalanche of mythical creatures come tearing down the hill. This is how Christopher learns that his grandfather…

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Below 10 booksellers share which books stand out as exceptional amongst everything they’ve read this year.

Art Monsters by Lauren Elkin

Art Monsters is the highlight book for me this year – energising, fresh, and entirely well researched this book combines visual and performance art with a series of powerful essays on the body in feminist art and practice by Laura Elkin. For art lovers, feminists and anyone grappling with where and how their body fits.

– Bec Kavanagh

Yellowface…

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We consulted our most knowledgable art & design specialists to find out exactly what the art afficionado in your life may enjoy in their stocking this year! Below are 12 recommendations that include books on art, design, architecture and fashion.

The Japanese House Since 1945 by Naomi Pollock

Imagine a terraced house whose courtyard separates the kitchen from the bedroom. Or a tiny, triangular tower of rooms stacked one above another. Quirky, experimental and utterly fascinating, the houses produced in…

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Christmas is a time to come together and spread love and good cheer. And what better way to do that than with freshly baked gingerbread and some handmade presents? This is a helpful guide of books to keep your Christmas homemade this year, from petite paper decorations to hand-poured candles.

Advent by Anja Dunk

If you're like me and love to show off your baking skills, then Advent is the cookbook you need this Christmas. It's filled to the brim…

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We’re sharing what we consider to be the best books of the year as well as a range of curated gift guides featuring hand-picked recommendations from our booksellers and online team. Keep an eye on this page as we’ll be adding to our list throughout the coming weeks.

Adult

Best of Australian fiction

Best of international fiction

Best of nonfiction

Must-read Australian debut fiction from 2023

Must-read international debut fiction from 2023

Great music books from 2023

10 booksellers share…

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These five festive reads are perfect for anyone who wants to bring a little bit of Christmas to their reading list.

Mistletoe Malice by Kathleen Farrell

The fire is going, sherry poured, presents wrapped, and claws are being sharpened. In a seaside cottage perched on a cliff, one family reunites for Christmas.

While snow falls, a tyrannical widowed matriarch presides over her unruly brood. Her niece tends to her whims, but fantasises about eloping; and as more guests arrive, each…

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Artichoke to Zucchini by Alice Oehr

No Brainer (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 18) by Jeff Kinney

If You Could See the Sun by Ann Liang

No Words by Maryam Master

Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography by Wendy Loggia & Elisa Chavarri (illus.)

Kimmi: Queen of the Dingoes by Favel Parrett

The Blunders by David Walliams & Adam Stower (illus.)

Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell

The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead & Wendy Mass

Completely Normal (and…

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Question 7 by Richard Flanagan

The In-Between by Christos Tsiolkas

Good Material by Dolly Alderton

Women & Children by Tony Birch

So Late in the Day by Claire Keegan

Wifedom: Mrs Orwell’s Invisible Life by Anna Funder

Lola in the Mirror by Trent Dalton

Bright Shining: How Grace Changes Everything by Julia Baird

Killing for Country: A Family Story by David Marr

All That's Left Unsaid by Tracey Lien

Quarterly Essay 92: The Great Divide: Australia’s Housing Mess and How…

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