Readings Hawthorn

Exceptional service in a beautiful little bookshop with a fantastic selection. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable about their stock, friendly and genuinely helpful. When I asked about a book, he personally walked me to the shelf, then back to the counter to process the purchase. I was thoroughly impressed and will definitely be returning.

Store layout and selection is excellent, however the staff are always soooooo rude! I know its xmas and super busy BUT older middle grey haired man at the register horrid , gift wrapper grumpy and dismissive, I actually had an anxiety attack and needed to exit it was such a stressful shop. I always shop local but will now travel to another Independent bookstore for future purchases. (Unless they employ friendly staff)

Readings is the best bookshop in Melbourne. The quality experienced teams knows books and authors, what's in, what's out and how you get hold of anything you want. It's my go to 100% of the time, and that says everything.

Needed a book for school for my daughter. Readings Carlton (our local) didn't have it, but they helped arrange with Hawthorn and I picked it up just before closing time. Very efficient. Fabulous service, thanks all.

Readings Hawthorn has such a lovely bunch of staff who read widely, know their books and support local authors. They have a huge selection here and also open late. I highly recommend this local bookshop.

They have a great range of books, they know their stock well and make helpful suggestions, and they are always happy to order books in if they don't have them.

I had pretty much the perfect bookstore experience here. I walked in looking for something obscure, and they had it. Then I needed advice about a gift for a friend, and after I described her, the bookseller (I didn't get his name) very quickly suggested the PERFECT book. My friend hasn't read it yet, but I know it's perfect for her, because I've read it myself. Yet I never would have thought of it without his help! Touché, Readings.

Just had a chance to see their new shop. Amazing, this place wants me to sit down and read!