Media Release
12 August 2025
Celebrate 80 years of Book Week and the magic of reading during Children’s Book Week with Libraries Tasmania – Saturday 16 to Saturday 23 August!
This year’s theme is “Book an Adventure”, and Libraries Tasmania invites children and families to explore stories, spark imagination, and discover something new.
Join the Book Week fun.
- Dress up as your favourite book character and enjoy a Children’s Book Week Storytime.
- Primary school children or teens can join a thrilling Library Scavenger Hunt quest at their local library.
- Read at home: explore the 2025 Book of the Year Awards – Shortlist on the Libraries Tasmania eLibrary.
Tasmanian Government school students can dive into books on the Book Week shortlist anytime, anywhere—just open the digital reading app, Sora – choose your school, and start reading!
“Libraries across Tasmania are places where imagination grows, curiosity is encouraged, and a lifelong love of reading begins. This year, we’re proud to celebrate 80 years of Book Week – a special milestone that honours the stories and storytellers who shape young minds.
We invite families to visit their local library, join in the celebrations, and discover the joy of reading together. A heartfelt thanks to the Children’s Book Council of Australia for their continued support of Australian authors, illustrators, and readers,” said Mary Brooke, Children and Young People Services Coordinator, Libraries Tasmania.
Explore our Libraries Tasmania Book Week webpage and book a free activity in Eventbrite.
Communications and Marketing – 6165 6386 or 0417 465 669
