If you've got Indooroopilly Library close to you, you're lucky! It's got a decent-sized collection…read moreand you'll be sure to find something in there that you want to read without having to order a title in. I also really like their range of magazines and DVDs and find it a nice place to hang out, especially if tired from shopping in the lower levels of the centre. There's also a decent number of computers available for internet use, as well as printing facilities. This is a very handy resource in a great location.

This was the library of my childhood, and it's big enough to keep any child busy…read more The collection is pretty good, and as it's a major library you won't have to order too much stuff in as most of what you'd want is on the shelves. It's also handily located in Indooroopilly Shoppingtown, which meant I had a great time whiling away the hours reading my favourite books while my mum did the shopping.

Small but good local library if you're looking for somewhere less busy and quiet to study…read more Ample off-street parking and situated close to public transport. Caters for a various genres of books especially children's books. ***Please note*** This library is only open on a part-time basis so refer to photos or council website for operating hours before visiting to avoid disappointment.

While this isn't a huge library, it is a nice place to read and relax, away from the heat and busy…read moreroads outside the premises. The library boasts all the privileges that are part of the Brisbane City Council libraries, but only on a smaller scale. This place hasn't a huge selection of books but you can order anything on the B.C.C. library catalogue. There are a variety if literary genres but it's a sweeping overview. If looking for more specific research guides the University of Queensland's libraries are some of the best in the southern hemisphere. But Annerley Library is a nice place just to read and study if you have the books in hand. There are also a number of computer facilities available, including Wi-Fi. Parking is also easily found on the streets surrounding (with the exception of Ipswich Road). And the building itself is also gorgeous.

This library is modestly sized, but I enjoyed it all the same. It is thoughtfully set out so a…read moresurprising number of books are available here. The children's section is particularly impressive, offering not only books but a section full of colourful, tiny furniture placed there so kids can get engrossed in their books while parents browse in peace. They also put together a range of school holiday activities. The library was internally attached to a coffee shop located on the outside of the building. Here they have some grownup sized furniture to take it easy on, as you enjoy your beverage and your book. One thing I found particularly handy was a shelf of leaflets featuring advice on which authors to try depending on what genres or other writers you like. Each bright orange flyer had a statement such as 'if you enjoy J.R.R. Tolkien, try so and so'. I think this is a great tool as I always have a bit of an emotional struggle after completing one book, especially if I've really enjoyed it. It can be quite difficult to find something that really captures my attention again, so I owe one to the great leaflet creator.

I Got yelled for reading a scary book because since it was scary I was gasping out of fear and then…read moresome random person came up to me and said "Shut the fuck up" and I said "Why?" And the person said "Because you are being loud" I had enough and stormed out! Do not go here! The people are cockheads! The person also punched me But either way very good place! Best books in Queensland!

You can't beat the views at this massive architectural wonder on the north side of South Bank. No,…read moreyou can't check out books here, but this is the twenty-first century, and no one does that anyway. The library's intertwined levels boast exhibits on local history, ample study space and free wi-fi that hasn't given me trouble, and a variety of other useful services. It took a bit to figure out how to print and copy, but they have a screen with video instructions that walk you through it. A store and cafe are attached. On the lower level, a diverse set of charger cable hookups are provided, because that is what people use the library for these days. Auditoriums and a children's puppet theater attract visitors. The elevators, bathrooms, and water fountains all work and are reasonably clean. Art galleries, the science museum, buses, trains, and the attractions of South Bank are a walk away. It's public, so can the crowd get a tad sketchy? Sure. But this is Australia, where the person yelling at the vending machine will then apologize to you as you walk by. More likely, you'll see families for the events and yuppie student types studying away. The only thing I would really change are the hours. The sun comes up early here and most things in Brisbane open before 10 a.m.

I can't say I buy a lot of adult books from here (unless the Brisbane Writers Festival is on when…read morethe Library Shop spills out into the Breezeway selling all the books of the festival) but I do really enjoy the range of children's books on offer. I came here to do my Christmas shopping for my niece and nephew last year and found so many lovely, original kids books that I wanted to buy. I also like their range of wrapping paper, which could be cut up nicely to make cards, however, it's very expensive! I took a piece up to the counter with another purchase recently and had to tell the cashier I didn't want it when the price came up on the scanner. I can't remember exactly how much it was, but it was enough to stop me from buying it and the cashier agreed that it was very expensive. If you want to splash out on wrapping and cards here, do so with monetary caution. I'll be sticking to buying books here.

Oh how I love this bookstore. It's beautifully laid out, the range is extremely carefully curated…read more(which you'd expect considering it's the State Library) and the range of add on products are just enchanting. You can grab a takeaway coffee from the adjoining cafe and wander through the stacks to your hearts content. I usually find something I just can't do without, and as my husband is a writer it's a great place to pick up a new Moleskin for him. This place definitely doesn't rest on any State Library laurels, it's a thriving business and destination in its own right and well worth visiting.

Small but good local library if you're looking for somewhere less busy and quiet to study…read more Ample off-street parking and situated close to public transport. Caters for a various genres of books especially children's books. ***Please note*** This library is only open on a part-time basis so refer to photos or council website for operating hours before visiting to avoid disappointment.

This library run circles around the Garden City BCC Library. For starters, it's a standalone…read morebuilding located on Seville Road so you can actually get some quiet time in here. It may not have as many physical books on the shelf as the Garden city library but I always make a habit of signing up to the library website and ordering the books to my library of choice anyway. Also, this is a great library for kids because there's a small park connected to it with basic climbing and swing equipment. For aspiring writers, the Writers of Seville Writer's Group meet here once a month every 1st and 2nd Saturday. It's free to attend but contact the library hpk@brisbane.qld.gov.au for more information. Last year they self published their anthology and the Holland park library even stocked it on their shelf. How cool and supportive is that?

Since the upgrade this is probably the best community facility in Brisbane…read more Staff are always happy to help and show you around. Love it