July’s top ANZ author picks

Australia & New Zealand put forth outstanding literary talent year after year, with household names producing modern classics to rising stars presenting captivating debuts. These authors dominate bestseller lists while pushing the boundaries of genre and form. Indigenous voices are vital to the region’s literary identity as their stories shape national conversations on identity, sovereignty, and connection to Country. Essential perspectives are grounded in lived experience and cultural continuity.

We’ve gathered a list of our favourite reads from Down Under to share with you. Some names you’ll know and love, others might be brand-new discoveries—but all of them are worth a spot on your TBR pile. Check out these titles on the Libby app!

Three Wild Dogs by Markus Zusak
🎧 Audiobook

When the Zusak family takes in three unruly, streetwise dogs, their lives spiral into chaos, comedy, and heartbreak—ultimately becoming a moving memoir about love, loss, and the wild, transformative power of connection.

Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy
🎧 Audiobook

On a remote island near Antarctica, the Salt family are guardians of the world’s largest seed bank. A mysterious woman’s arrival during a violent storm forces them to confront the past and decide whether they can trust one another to protect both the seeds and their fragile future.

Rytual by Chloe Elisabeth Wilson

After landing a job at alluring beauty brand Rytual Cosmetics, Marnie Sellick is drawn into the seductive orbit of its charismatic founder & CEO, only to discover that beneath the glossy surface lies a cult-like world of manipulation, secrets, and a dangerous role she may not escape.

The Next Files by Gary Keady

This YA science fiction series follows a young Australian First Nations girl, written by Gary Keady, creator of the Sons of Steel series and film.

A Beautiful Family by Jennifer Trevelyan

A young girl’s quiet summer turns into a suspenseful quest for truth when she and a new friend investigate a long-ago disappearance, uncovering secrets that will forever alter her family and her understanding of the world around her.

More recommended titles:

• The End and Everything Before It by Finegan Kruckemeyer
• After the Great Storm by Ann Dombroski
• Why Do Horses Run? by Cameron Stewart
• The Leaves by Jacqueline Rule
• All That’s Left Unsaid by Tracy Lien

Title availability may vary.