As the calendar turns to 2025, there’s no better way to set the tone for the year than by diving into a thoughtfully curated reading list. And what better way to start than with the vibrant voices of Australian authors? From sweeping landscapes and rich cultural tales to thrilling modern narratives, Australian literature offers a unique perspective that resonates on a global stage.
Choosing the right book to begin your year is more than just selecting a title; it’s about setting an intention. The stories we read can shape our mindset, inspire new ideas, and guide us towards a more enriching year.
Australian authors have a knack for crafting tales that are both deeply personal and universally meaningful, making them the perfect companions for a fresh start.
So, whether you’re craving an epic saga, a heartfelt memoir, or a gripping mystery, this reading list is here to help you kick off 2025 with inspiration, growth, and a little Aussie magic.
Business and Financial Books
Looking to supercharge your career or financial goals in 2025? Aussie authors have you covered! From cracking the code of smart investments to empowering leadership advice, these books offer practical strategies and fresh insights to get you ahead in the game.
- The Complete Website Planning Guide Workbook by Darryl King
- How to Invest in Gold: A guide to making money (or securing wealth) by buying and selling gold by Peter Temple
- Innovation is a State of Mind: Simple strategies to be more innovative in what you do by James O’Loghlin
Read more Business and Money books!
Health and Fitness Books
Ready to crush your health goals and feel your absolute best? Australian authors bring you inspiring guides that make healthy living achievable and fun.
From fitness plans that fit into your busy schedule to diets that are easy to follow, these reads bring wellness within reach. As part of the top Australian books for 2025, they’ll keep you motivated and energised as you work towards a healthier you.
- Happiness Hacks: 100% Scientific! Curiously Effective! by Alex Palmer
- How to Balance Your Life by James O’Loghlin
- Minding Your Mind by James O’Loghlin
Get into some Health, Fitness & Dieting this year!
Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Books
Ready for some edge-of-your-seat entertainment? Australian authors are masters of mystery, thriller, and suspense, crafting stories that are impossible to put down. These gripping Australian books for 2025 promise twists and turns that will keep you hooked.
If you love crime and intrigue, these are your must-read books for the year. Dive into gripping tales that are perfect for those long summer nights.
- A Corner of White (The Colors of Madeleine, Book 1): Book 1 of The Colors of Madeleine by Jaclyn Moriarty
- Winter Journey by Diane Armstrong
Looking for Mystery, Thriller & Suspense this new year?
Romance Books
Feel the sparks fly with romance novels that are as heartwarming as they are addictive. Australian authors know how to weave love stories that resonate deeply, whether they’re exploring second chances, forbidden love, or unexpected connections. Add these top Australian books to your list for 2025 and fall in love all over again.
- Vengeance Born (A Novel of the Light Blade) by Kylie Griffin
- Where the Heart Leads (Casebook of Barnaby Adair 1) by Stephanie Laurens
Swoon over more Romance novels this year!
Science Fiction & Fantasy Books
Journey to extraordinary realms and futuristic worlds with Australian sci-fi and fantasy authors. These Australian books for 2025 are must-reads for anyone craving adventure, magic, and the thrill of the unknown.
Let your imagination soar with these epic tales that will keep you captivated from start to finish.
- A Fool’s Errand (In All Jest Book 1) by D.E. King
- A Shadow on the Glass (View from the Mirror) by Ian Irvine
Dive into new worlds with more Science Fiction & Fantasy books!
Start the Year Right with the Best Books by Australian Authors
Expand your horizons, experience the depth of Australian storytelling, and make these must-read books of 2025 a part of your journey.
Start the year right, immerse yourself in the top Australian books that are shaping the literary world.