
About Us
Australia Reads is on a mission to get more Australians reading.
From our original First Nations storytellers, to the diverse range of book genres and formats consumed today – stories are an integral part of Australia’s culture and identity.
Reading for pleasure has proven benefits across health, education, and employment, and is vital to a healthier, happier, and more connected nation.
Through a range of research, advocacy, and initiatives, Australia Reads promotes the joys and benefits of reading for all Australians, and empowers others to champion reading within their communities.
We believe that reading is the key to a healthier, happier and more connected nation. As a champion for storytelling, Australia Reads promotes the positive impacts of books and reading on our society.

We want to see a ‘reading nation’ where….
- Books and reading are a normal, enjoyable part of daily life
- A diverse range of stories are published and read
- Children and young people grow up with the skills and opportunities to read for pleasure
- Australians have easy access to books, and opportunities to connect with authors
- All kinds of reading genres and formats are embraced and celebrated
What we do
Australia Reads was founded in 2020, and between 2012-2023 ran the Australian Reading Hour as our flagship program.
Since then, Australia Reads has grown to champion the benefits of books and reading through the following activities:
- Research: Data-backed insights into reader behaviours and trends to inform the industry.
- Advocacy: Policy advice and recommendations for supporting reading at a State and Federal Government level.
- Resources: Articles and resources to upskill and inspire the books industry to promote reading for pleasure to their communities and audiences.
- Campaigns: Research-backed public messaging about the joys and benefits of reading for pleasure.
Australia Reads is a collaboration – we welcome everyone to be part of the mission to champion books and reading in Australia.
We’re supported by the Australian Library and Information Association, Australian Publishers Association, the Australian Society of Authors and the BookPeople.
Find out more about our partners, and get in touch to work together.