This has been a year of triumphs and hardships, and we’ve been equal parts proud and humbled to share it with you, in solidarity. As a thank-you, we’ve gathered our literary favourites of the year, paired with a tea surprise!

Looking for recommendations for your bookshop haul this holiday season? We have you covered with the best in books this month from our knowledgeable staff.

We’ve had eyes glued to our screens this past month—there’s just too much good content up for grabs on our TVs, phones and laptops. Dig into these recommendations in culture and film from our knowledgeable team!

It’s podcast season and we’re ready! Planning a long trip to the dog park or supermarket? Here are our very best picks for the journey.

Catch yourself talking more about books lately? We certainly do! Our staff can’t get enough of all these literary goodies. Dig in!

Another day, another full calendar of literary panels, events, launches and clubs! There’s something here for everyone, and you don’t even have to slip out of your jim-jams to attend.

At a loss for what to watch this July? Feast your eyes on these goodies, straight from our loungerooms to yours.

In advance of this month’s Talking Writing event, Writing NSW staff recommend podcasts, audiobooks and albums almost good enough to eat. Curl up with some popcorn, your favourite blanket and headphones and indulge in this selection of soul-food for your ears.

Is there anything better than curling up with a book, a blanket and some tea through winter? Treat yourself to the best in words this month, hand-picked by our knowledgeable staff.