QBD Books has revealed its 2024 Book of the Year picks, celebrating standout works across fiction, non-fiction, and children’s literature.
In the fiction category, The Ledge by Christian White has captured imaginations with its tale of haunting pasts and old secrets resurfacing. The story centres on a group of friends who, after discovering human remains in their community’s woods, find themselves revisiting events that date back to 1999. White, known for crafting twists that leave readers reeling, takes us on a journey that intersects past and present with eerie precision. It’s the kind of novel that will keep thrill-seekers on their toes and is sure to be one of the most talked-about books of the summer.
Meanwhile, The Voice Inside, co-written by Australian icon John Farnham and award-winning filmmaker Poppy Stockell, dives deep into the highs and lows of Farnham’s legendary career. This memoir is a personal account of resilience and reinvention in an unforgiving industry. From his hit album Whispering Jack to his recent health battles, Farnham’s story is a portrait of a man whose music has touched the lives of generations.
Finally, young readers (and the young at heart) have a magical adventure awaiting them in The 113th Assistant Librarian by Stuart Wilson. Oliver Wormwood’s new job at a mysterious library turns out to be anything but ordinary. His introduction to the enchanted world of books involves battling creatures, decoding riddles, and teaming up with the enigmatic Agatha. For young bookworms or fantasy lovers, Wilson’s novel is the perfect escape.
Each book is now available online and in QBD stores, just in time for the upcoming holiday season. Happy reading!