The Library Shop

Voted Queensland’s Specialist Bookseller of the Year 2011 at The Australian Book Industry Awards!

The State Library of Queensland's Library Shop offers an extensive range of books, gifts and merchandise for people of all ages.

Location

Level 1, South Bank building

Opening hours

Mon-Fri:   8.00 am - 6.00 pm
Sat-Sun:  9.30 am-5.00pm
Public holidays: 9.30am -5.00 pm (Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day)

Contact

Telephone: (07) 3840 7576
Fax: (07) 3842 9967

Books

Whether you fancy your books action-packed or filled with facts, we'll have something for you.

Come in and explore our comprehensive range of fiction, history, Indigenous culture, and a great range of titles by and about Queenslanders. Browse through the new releases or comb the fiction backlist for an old favourite.

Children will find the perfect book.  We have a quality range of children’s books. Fiction for all ages, along with a great range of activity and craft books that encourage learning and knowledge in a fun and entertaining way.

But, if the choice is too difficult, you can always rely on our friendly and knowledgeable staff to recommend the right book for you. You can even put in a request for an out of print book. We’ll do whatever we can to get the book you want.

Gifts and merchandise for sale

If you are looking for a gift, we have a selection of fine hand made journals, writing instruments and decorative papers as well as a range of gift cards and prints.

Family historians and genealogists can purchase from a range of conservation materials to keep those precious memories safe for future generations.

The State Library of Queensland is a Premier Partner of the Brisbane Writers Festival [new window] and The Library Shop is the Festival's official bookseller.

The Library Cafe

Part of the Mantle & Cook Group, the Library Cafe offers a range of delicious dishes that show style, taste, and vision.

Using the freshest ingredients, The Library Cafe brings a unique cutting edge in flavours and style to its menus while promoting a combination of seasonal local and Australian produce.

Licensed Venue. Available for full functions and catering.

Location

Level 1, South Bank building

Opening hours

8am - 6pm

Contact

(07) 3840 7546