📚 Bookshop
Better Read Than Dead
Sydney, NSW
Literary fiction, independent publishing, and a carefully curated childrens section
The Story
King Street's Better Read Than Dead takes its staff recommendations seriously — May alone spans a tradwife satire set in 1855, Stan Grant on the failure of public discourse, and a Dickensian children's fantasy. The kids' section, cookbook shelf, and monthly picks across multiple categories suggest a shop that has thought hard about what a neighbourhood bookstore should actually stock.
The Story
Nestled on King Street in the heart of Newtown, Better Read Than Dead has been a cornerstone of Sydneys literary scene for decades. The cosy, labyrinthine shop is a haven for book lovers of all stripes.
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Address
265 King Street
Phone
02 9557 8700Website
www.betterread.com.auInstagram
@betterreadthandeadEstablished
1997
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