QBD Books is an online bookshop offering a wide range of titles across various genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's books. It features a loyalty program and has a network of retail outlets in Australia.

QBD Books

QBD Books | 2,864 followers on LinkedIn. Australia&#39;s largest specialty book retailer.  | Founded in Queensland in the late 1800&#39;s, QBD Books is Australia&#39;s largest specialty book retailer.  Australian owned and operated, the company has expanded to a network of 75 stores located in major shopping centres across Australia; with more on the way in 2019. 
Our passionate team members and continued commitment to our customers has ensured an extremely strong following; allowing us to offer the best loyalty program in the industry, massive savings off new titles, and a huge range of titles in store and online, with more available to order in.

Writer, Bookseller

Trudi Sommers

Director, 'The Burger Joint' short film, 2011. at Media Resource Centre + MPG

Amy Killin

Commercial Director | Purpose-Led Leader | Retail Strategist | Non-Executive Director | Former LUSH & Koko Black

Peta Granger

Creative.Interior.Graphic

Carmin Pugh

These past 10 months have led to this moment: QBD's 2024 Books of the Year have been announced! Congratulations to our worthy winners, "The Ledge" by Christian White" "The Voice Inside" by John Farnham, and "The 113th Assistant Librarian" by Stuart Wilson. If you would like to find out more, please read our article below. #QBDBooks #BooksoftheYear #celebratingexcellence #bookaward #bookindustry #2024winners #publishingindustry #Australianauthors Penguin Random House Australia & New Zealand Affirm Press Hachette Australia Books

We were so lucky to have the incredible Patrick Ness and the Walker Books Australia team visit our QBD Head Office on Tuesday! Patrick Ness (he/him) is the New York Times best-selling author of "A Monster Calls", inspired by an idea from Siobhan Dowd. The novel earned both the Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals, was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and was adapted into a major motion picture with a screenplay by Patrick. Patrick recently released his comical and adventurous new children's fiction novel "Chronicles Of A Lizard Nobody". Patrick delivers a hilarious middle-grade adventure with a mismatched group of animal students. Hall monitor lizards Zeke, Daniel, and Alicia must tackle unruly classmates and the pompous Pelicarnassus while protecting their school from wild threats. Packed with humor and vibrant illustrations, this tale is a laugh-out-loud delight for young readers! Get your signed copy in-store or online now: https://bit.ly/3ANoOa3 #QBDBooks #booksigning #childrensauthor #juniorfiction #awardwinningauthor #publishingindustry #bookindustry

Our Christmas Gift Guide is here, showcasing an exceptional selection of non-fiction titles. From the iconic "Cher: The Memoir, Part One" to the empowering "Women Living Deliciously" and the heartfelt "We Are The Stars", these titles offer inspiration, adventure, and a deep dive into history—ideal for thoughtful gift-giving this season. Explore the collection in-store or online: https://bit.ly/4hqHKMa . Don’t miss our exclusive holiday promotions and competitions. #QBDBooks #nonfictionbooks #giftgiving #christmastime #memoir #lifeadvice #inspirational #bookstore #retail

The QBD Head Office team is always thrilled to host Benjamin Stevenson and the Penguin Random House Australia & New Zealand team, and yesterday's visit was extra festive! Benjamin has recently released a Christmas addition to his bestselling Ernest Cunningham mysteries. Unwrap all the Christmas staples- presents, family, an impossible murder (or two), and a deadly advent calendar of clues. ABOUT THE BOOK: I’m Ernest Cunningham, and this Christmas, I’m solving a real-life murder backstage at magician Rylan Blaze’s show. My suspects? Professional tricksters. My clues? A bloodied suspect with no memory, a murder in a locked room, and an advent calendar. After all, murder is just another magic trick, right? Get your signed copy in-store or online here: https://bit.ly/3OiqbAF #QBDBooks #newrelease #authorsigning #crimefiction #christmas #bookindustry #publishing #australianauthor

We’re excited to announce the opening of our brand-new QBD Books store at Stockland Wendouree on November 23rd. Discover a wide range of titles, from bestsellers and new releases to educational and recreational products from the renowned Australian Geographic. Join us in welcoming esteemed literary guests Amy Doak, and Robbi Neal. We look forward to seeing you there! #QBDBooks #newstoreopening #retailstore #retailindustry #bookstore #bookindustry #supportbookstores Penguin Random House Australia & New Zealand HarperCollins Australia

A huge congratulations to Samantha Harvey the incredible author of "Orbital" the 2024 Booker Prize winner! The Booker Prize is the world's most imperative literary award for the greatest fictional story written in English and published in the UK or Ireland. This year is particularly exciting as it is the first time in The Booker Prize's 55-year history that 5 of the 6 shortlisted titles are from female authors. ABOUT THE BOOK: A team of astronauts aboard the ISS observe Earth’s beauty—glaciers, deserts, oceans—while grappling with its fragility. As distant tragedies and natural disasters unfold below, they reflect on humanity’s connection to the planet, questioning: What is life without Earth? And what is Earth without humanity? If you would like to read more about The Booker Prize you can visit their website here: https://bit.ly/4eByZfR You can find copies of all the shortlisted titles online here: https://bit.ly/47BEZmG #QBDBooks #TheBookerPrize #literaryaward #celebratingliterature #womenwriters #bookaward #prestigious #bookindustry Penguin Random House Australia & New Zealand

Last Tuesday, we were so pleased to have the wonderful Rosalie Ham visit our Head Office for an afternoon filled with signing and riveting storytelling! Rosalie has just released her latest historical adventure "Molly" a prequel to the international bestseller "The Dressmaker". ABOUT THE BOOK: In 1914, Molly Dunnage’s corsetry business was thriving, and she was marching with Melbourne suffragists for women’s rights. But as war looms and a shadowy figure threatens her world, Molly’s dreams waver—until unexpected love changes everything. A story of ambition, resilience, and romance set against a backdrop of societal change. Get your signed copy of "Molly" in-store or online now: https://bit.ly/3C1zstZ #QBDBooks #historicalfiction #australianauthor #booksigning #australianhistory #fictionwriter #bookindustry Pan Macmillan Australia

QBD Books proudly celebrated Supanova Comic Con & Gaming Brisbane’s 100th year last weekend, showcasing exceptional literary talent including C.A. Wright, Matthew Reilly, Luke Arnold, Alan Baxter, and T.R. Napper. Pop culture enthusiasts gathered to share their passion at our QBD stand and we were in awe of the multitude of amazing cosplays! The event was an outstanding success and we would like to extend our gratitude to our wonderful QBD team for making all of this possible! #QBDBooks #popculture #Brisbaneevent #fantasylovers #celebratingauthors #bookevent #cosplay

"Unleashed" by Boris Johnson offers an unfiltered account of his tenure as Prime Minister and his vision for the UK's future. With firsthand insights into Brexit, the Covid crisis, and British politics, this memoir is sparking significant discourse—exploring Johnson’s perspective on the pivotal moments shaping modern Britain. ABOUT THE BOOK: Unleashed by Boris Johnson is a candid memoir, capturing the highs and lows of his political journey, from winning London's mayoral race to leading the UK as Prime Minister. Covering Brexit, the pandemic, and his near-death experience with Covid, Johnson reflects on his vision for Britain—unfiltered and unapologetic. Get your copy in-store or online here: https://bit.ly/3A6mXwM To read the key takeaways regarding the memoir, check out this interesting article from The Guardian here: https://bit.ly/3YrOMYl #QBDBooks #BorisJohnson #primeminister #politics #internationalpolitics #sociology #nonfiction #brexit HarperCollins Australia

Our latest Top 100 Book List has arrived, spotlighting some of the most engaging and sought-after titles of the season. Leading the selection are "Reckless" by Lauren Roberts, "Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty, and "RecipeTin Eats: Tonight" by Nagi Maehashi. From impactful non-fiction to popular contemporary fiction, our list offers something for every reader. Discover a title that resonates with your goals and interests today! Visit us in-store or online to view the complete list: https://bit.ly/3xZEPnW #QBDBooks #bestsellers #mustreadbooks #bookindustry #bookstore #bestsellerlist #readmore #Top100 Simon & Schuster Australia Penguin Random House Australia & New Zealand Pan Macmillan Australia

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