Fiction

The Library has an extensive range of fiction books for loan in both hardcover and paperback.  The fiction collection includes items for all ages and tastes.  In addition to bestsellers, Australian fiction, classic fiction and general fiction the collection includes books in the following genres:-

• Fantasy
• Horror
• Mysteries
• Romance
• Science fiction
• Westerns

Fiction books in Large Print are also available in the following categories:-

• General fiction
• Mysteries
• Romance
• Westerns

New adult fiction books in the Library:-

• Adult fiction
• Adult large print fiction
• Adult fiction fantasy
• Adult fiction mysteries
• Adult fiction romances
• Adult science fiction
• Adult fiction westerns

New junior fiction books in the Library:-

• Junior fiction

New youth fiction in the Library:-

• Youth fiction

Library staff have selected the following websites to help you find a great read!

• AllReaders.com - choose from hundreds of plot, theme, character, and setting options to find precisely what you're looking for
• Based on the Book - a compilation of over 1,200 books, novels, short stories and plays that have been made into motion pictures
• BookBrowse - your guide to exceptional books
• Fantastic Fiction - a comprehensive site that compiles Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror authors. For each author there is a complete listing of novels, series, collections, and anthologies the author has written or edited
• First Choice Books - The books on this site are recommended for people who are new to reading. They are good books but also quick and easy reads to encourage people with literacy issues
• Good Reads
• New York Public Library - Recommended Reading - Booklists from the New York Public Library
• NoveList - a database that will help you find that fiction book that you always wanted to read! Use the barcode from your library card to login
• Readalikes -suggestions for readers who enjoy the work of a particular author and who would like to read other works written in a similar style and/or genre
• Reading Room - explore the wonderful world of books - includes genre lists and a who else writes like...? section
• whichbook.net - An easy way to find the kind of read you are looking for. Select from a number of options and a list of best matches will be generated
  

Booklists and Reviews

• Authors - choose a book by your favourite author, read a synopsis of first chapters of new publications, see bestsellers lists, reviews and Top 10's
• Bestseller Lists 1900-1995 - just as the title says, a list of best-selling fiction and non-fiction books from 1900 to 1995
• Books and Reading - from Digital Librarian - a librarian's choice of the best of the Web
• Fiction DB - lots of lists for fiction lovers  
• Readings, books & music - Australia - read reviews of new releases, order books & music
• Genreflecting - lists of the most popular genres and the latest news about books, authors, and Genreflecting Resources. Check out your favorite genre and find a list of must-read books and authors created by fans and genre experts

Genre Fiction

• Historical Fiction
  • HistFiction.net - authors and books in Historical Fiction
  • Daniel S. Burt's recommended historical novels - Historical novels recommended by the author of What Historical Novel Do I Read Next?
• Mystery/Crime Fiction
  • MysteryNet - a large, all-encompassing site featuring polls, discussion boards, links, information on authors and more
• Romance
  • The Romance Reader - hundreds of reviews of current romantic fiction, divided into categories: historical, contemporary, time travel, suspense and others
• Science Fiction and Fantasy
  • The SF Site: The Home Page for Science Fiction and Fantasy - authors, awards, forthcoming books, bibliographies, audiobooks, and sci-fi bookstores - all in a speedy and current package!  
• Westerns 
  • ReadWest - an online magazine for readers of Westerns, featuring book reviews, lists, and more
  • Western Writers of America - WWA was founded in 1953 to promote the literature of the American West and bestow Spur Awards for distinguished writing in the western field. Their website actively helps its members promote their books and articles, and aggressively promotes the literature of the American west, which it considers this country's unique contribution to world literature