Published on 30 May 2025
From 1 June to 31 August, Maribyrnong Libraries is proud to take part in the Warm Winter Read, a statewide invitation to slow down, reconnect with books and build a daily habit throughout the colder months.
To help you stay inspired, we’re running a calendar of free events focused on stories and storytelling across all our branches. Highlights include the Poetry Slam Workshop and Heat, perfect for anyone ready to perform or cheer from the crowd, and our Winter Write Off,a relaxed writing challenge to get your words flowing. With author talks, book groups, quiet evenings and creative drop-ins, there’s something for every kind of reader and writer.
How to participate:
Register online at readbooks.com.au/wwr
Track your reading or submit achievements to unlock prize levels:
Level 1: 5 days of reading or 1 review → go in the draw for a book bundle
Level 2: 10 days or 3 reviews → go in the draw for a bookish hamper
Level 3: 20 days or 6 reviews → go in the draw for Sony headphones
Level 4: 45 days or 9 reviews → go in the draw for a Kobo eReader
The more you read and/or review, the more prize draws you’ll be eligible for! Each level keeps you in the running for the previous ones too.
Stay tuned to our website for events to inspire your reading lists any maybe even get writing once you've been inspired by them. Or drop into your local branch and chat to staff or check out our Warm Winter Read displays to discover new titles.
Let’s read, write and connect this winter.