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Looking for your next great read? There are so many ways to find a book you'll love.

Rapid Reads

Our Rapid Reads are a great way to read the latest bestselling titles, without having to wait weeks on a reservation queue. This collection offers extra copies of high demand titles and are available for walk-in customers only. These items are available for a 10 day loan period, making for a quick turnaround. Browse the shelves at each location and pick up a great read that you can’t put down!

Please note the overdue fees for these items are $1 per day.

Quick Choice

Quick Choice is a thoughtfully curated collection of books that makes choosing a great read fast and convenient. You will find the Quick Choice collection within easy reach at the front of Hornsby Library with a range of categories to choose from.

Read This Next

Deciding which book to read next can be a daunting task, but we are here to make it easier for you. Answer a few easy questions about what you do (and don't!) like to read, and our team of expert readers will create a list of reading suggestions especially for you.

This free service is available to all Hornsby Shire Libraries members. All you need to do is fill out our Read This Next form.

Online Resources

If you are looking for more ideas, Novelist Plus will help you find a book that appeals to you. All you need is your library membership number and password to log in and start browsing.

Book Clubs

If you want to combine your love of reading with a chance to socialise, why not join one of our book clubs. With titles ranging from new releases to classics, fiction and non-fiction, you are sure to find something that sparks an interesting and lively discussion among your book-loving friends.

New fiction and DVD titles on order

View the list to find out what’s coming soon to our collection.

Search our catalogue

If you’re looking for something specific you can search our catalogue online or through the Hornsby Shire Libraries App. The app is free to download from the App Store (for Apple iOS devices) and the Google Play Store (for Android Devices). It is a quick and convenient way to search the library catalogue, access your account and more.

Request items not held

If you are unable to find the item you are looking for in our collection you can suggest we buy it or ask us to find it for you in another collection. Read more information about submitting your requests.

Ask a librarian

If you have any questions our friendly staff are very eager to help. Simply email library@hornsby.nsw.gov.au and be sure to include your name and a phone number.

We will reply within 48 hours on weekdays, while questions sent on weekends will be followed up on the next working day.