Summer reading awaits

Kia pai ngā hararei!

Happy holidays from Auckland Council Libraries!

We've nearly made it to the holiday season - a chance to rest, relax and get lost in a book.

Whatever you've got planned, we have you covered for those warm and lazy days in Tāmaki Makaurau!

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Top 100 out now

Ready to dive into summer reading? Discover your next favourites in our annual Top 100 book lists!

Our expert librarians have carefully curated our picks of 2023's best books, covering fantastic fiction, graphic novels for all ages, the best beach reads and more.

Check out the Top 100 on our website, or pick up a copy from your local library today!

Explore the Top 100

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Raumati Reads: Kiwiana summer reading challenge

11 December 2023 - 21 January 2024

With schools wrapping up for Christmas, our Raumati Reads challenge is the perfect way for young bookworms to stay sharp and explore a world of stories all summer long!

Kids aged five to 12 can score cool Kiwiana rewards and even get a shot at winning awesome prizes in the Tū Meke prize draw.

Dive into books, keep track of your reads and do fun activities for a super Kiwi summer.

Collect your free paper activity sheet from your local library or join in online on Beanstack.

Visit our website to get started!

Join now

Summer hours

Pop in to visit and browse our shelves or pick up your giant stack of requests this summer.

And if you're leaving town and your car is packed to the brim, our eCollections are always available and take up no space!

Visit our website for our summer holiday opening hours.

See holiday hours

Find out more:

Phone 09 377 0209 or visit aucklandlibraries.govt.nz