The wonderful thing about picking up a book (or books!) as a gift, is that with the enormous range of books that are published every year, there really is a book out there for everyone. So, with the holiday season nearly upon us, we’ve collected some recommendations to help you narrow down your choices so that you can find the perfect read for your loved ones.
To be sure to receive your gift in time for it to go under the tree, get your orders in before 19 December!
A fresh look at the past
Sometimes you need a bit of distance to view a situation from a broader lens. These books uncover new hidden facts and perspectives from people and situations, from the 1910s to the 1960s.
Chronically online: the 2023 edit
Social media platforms come and go, but the (book) internet is forever. These are some of the books that your most plugged in friends are likely to have seen around.
Global issues. Local perspectives.
Some of the struggles we face, as people, are universal — but there are so many different ways that we approach them. These books tackle ideas and subjects that are relevant everywhere, through a distinctly Australian lens.
Social examinations from global perspectives
On the other hand, there are also culturally specific histories and issues that arise in different places. Through fiction and nonfiction, these books examine different systems and structures that have arisen abroad.
If your 2024 resolutions include being a better environmental ally
The holiday season is a time of celebration, but it’s also when a lot of people start thinking about their plans for the new year. If one of your goals in 2024 is to keep thinking about how we can appreciate the environment and our planet, we’ve got some books for you.
2023 has been a long year and I need a laugh
A lot happened in 2023, and the coming holiday season will be a welcome escape. If you’re looking forward to spending some time unplugged and unbothered this summer, these books give you some giggles and warmth.
I need a book for someone who doesn’t really read
When you’re a big reader, it can be so tempting to give everyone books as gifts, because that’s exactly what you’d want! Sometimes our loved ones just aren’t into it — but that doesn’t mean you have to give up trying.