Media Release
24 February 2025
Libraries Tasmania invites Tasmanians to join the fun of Tasmania Reads 2025, the annual celebration of reading and stories.
Between Sunday 23 March and Saturday 29 March 2025, Tasmania Reads will bring together book lovers, writers, illustrators and creators to highlight the connections and benefits that can be found through stories and reading.
A diverse range of events will be held in libraries and partner organisations across the state, enabling Tasmanians of all ages and reading abilities to participate. Events include author talks, visits from Story Dogs, book launches, theatre performances and story activities for children.
Executive Director of Libraries Tasmania, Patrick Gregory, said that Tasmania Reads is a popular way for people to read, find new books and to discover their library.
“We know that Tasmania is a place of many stories, and Tasmania Reads celebrates how stories from Tasmania, and from across the world, enrich our lives. It is wonderful to see the reading, writing and creative community in Tasmania combine to offer a great range of events.”
“This year, Tasmania Reads will also include the launch of a new Writers’ Room at the State Library and Archives of Tasmania at 91 Murray Street in Hobart.”
“As part of celebrating Hobart as a UNESCO City of Literature this space will support the work of writers and literary organisations, celebrate the work of Tasmanian writers throughout our history and inspire new voices and stories”, Patrick said.
All Tasmania Reads events can be viewed on the Libraries Tasmania website at Libraries.tas.gov.au/TasmaniaReads
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