Readings at State Library Victoria

Readings is an independent retailer of books, music and films, with six shops operating in Melbourne.

The State Library Victoria store is the first permanent commercial bookshop in the Library’s 150-plus years of operation. The building is Australia's oldest public library and one of Victoria's great treasures.

Readings also has a popular website where you’ll find a range of ebooks for sale.

Day	Times
Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
Saturday	12pm - 5pm
Sunday	12pm - 5pm

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