Better Read Than Dead
411 Reviews
- Tuesday9:30 am–8 pm
- Wednesday9:30 am–8 pm
- Thursday9:30 am–8 pm
- Friday9:30 am–9 pm
- Saturday9:30 am–9 pm
- Sunday10:30 am–6 pm
- Monday9:30 am–8 pm
About the Business
Better Read Than Dead Bookstore Newtown | Better Read Than Dead is a bookstore, a literary landmark that nourishes the neighbourhood's intellectual dynamics with regular author and community events.
Contacts
Website
Call Us
+61295578700
265 King St, Newtown NSW 2042
Hours
- Tuesday9:30 am–8 pm
- Wednesday9:30 am–8 pm
- Thursday9:30 am–8 pm
- Friday9:30 am–9 pm
- Saturday9:30 am–9 pm
- Sunday10:30 am–6 pm
- Monday9:30 am–8 pm
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- In-store pick-up
- In-store shopping
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Mobile payments
Recommended Reviews
Liyana Rosli
20.10.2023
Better Read Than Dead
I was looking for a gift for a child, and and the staff recommendations / reviews on the shelfs really helped with the decision. It was great experience from start to purchase.
Vicky Wong
16.10.2023
Better Read Than Dead
A wonderful shop owner who collects all types of books, and they are all in good qualities, the bookshop has two floors, ground floor and floor 1 , I didn’t take a chance to look up on floor two but the book I believe is definitely good!And my handmade greeting cards is also in the shop as well so definitely give a five star review!
Niki Vasiliadis
05.09.2023
Better Read Than Dead
Awesome bookstore, the staff know their books. Excellent range of books categorised by genre and interest. It’s located next to Dendy, parking is available via street or behind IGA.
James Nilphat
03.09.2023
Better Read Than Dead
Cheap books and such a nice place.
Jed Richardson
26.08.2023
Better Read Than Dead
This is a pretty great bookstore.Sometimes their alphabetical listings for fiction don't always line up, which tends to be a little frustrating.Staff always tend to be kind and helpful, offering great personal insights and recommendations on what they have read. I truly feel at home at times in this bookstore.I also would like to commend their commitment to select graphic novels, which are largely of the independent variety, which is fantastic to see.Reduced prices on older books, and a revised alphabetical system would make this store pitch perfect.
Phillip Tang
11.08.2023
Better Read Than Dead
A very well curated selection of books including graphic novels and cook books. There are staff reviews on the shelves and then shop window does a good job of grouping books by theme such as feminism, LGBTQ, and ethically diverse authors and themes. It feels like a cultural hub of Newtown. There could be more travel books.
Mairead McElvanna
03.08.2023
Better Read Than Dead
Great local bookstore, stocking a wide selection of books for all ages
Vincent
19.07.2023
Better Read Than Dead
Very friendly and helpful staff. The monthly Bad Women and Better Reader book clubs hosted here are engaging, fun and feature “interesting” (in all senses of the word) books. Book selection is what you’d expect, mostly newer items with some classics. Would recommend to any book lover.Only nitpick is that the various monthly book clubs advertised don’t actually say what the month’s book is, just a picture graphic that doesn’t display the full cover, which makes ascertaining what the book is a bit challenging at times.
Michael Rowland
19.07.2023
Better Read Than Dead
Awesome store. Love the staff reviews and events. High turnover of booksellers but the Sunday crew have been consistent for some time and are always helpful, friendly and have come to know my tastes and preferences. Shop local!
Siobhan Lyndon
10.07.2023
Better Read Than Dead
Great book shop! Broad range of children's books and biographies.
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265 King St, Newtown NSW 2042
Better Read Than Dead