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The most borrowed books across ANZ

As the cooler months draw to a close, readers across Australia and New Zealand continued turning to their libraries for stories that informed, inspired, and entertained. From bestselling fiction and gripping thrillers to thought-provoking nonfiction and family favorites, the most borrowed books of August 2026 reveal the titles that captured and captivated Libby users. This month’s list offers a fascinating snapshot of current reading trends, highlighting the authors and stories that resonated most with library patrons on both sides of the Tasman. Dive in with the Libby app to discover which books topped the borrowing charts and see if your latest favorite made the list.

Published Sep 24, 2026

Last Updated Oct 06, 2026

Audrey Wynne

Audrey Wynne works with public libraries at Libby. When she’s not working, she’s reading sci-fi, nature, romance, and books of all genres by BIPOC and women authors.