1 - 31 August 2024
Welcome to We Read Auckland 2024, a free festival celebrating writers and readers of
Tāmaki Makaurau.
Throughout August, dive into a programme packed with exciting author events and workshops. Plus, discover special reads by local writers in this year’s Bestie collection.
Unravel mysteries with celebrated crime writers, empower yourself with financial experts, discover remarkable wartime women, and much more. We Read Auckland has something for everyone – so come celebrate the written word and ignite your imagination!
Don't miss out - book now to secure your free tickets!
Expanding the Bestie collection
Our Bestie collection is designed to help readers access the best new books without waiting in the holds queue!
This August, we're adding 16 new Besties by local authors, including Michael Bennett, Saraid de Silva and Dai Henwood!
Multiple copies of the Bestie books are available to borrow at all our libraries on a first come, first served basis.