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Book Barn Closing Times June 2026
Dear Customers: The Berkelouw Book Barn at Bendooley Estate, Berrima will be closed all day for stocktake on Tuesday 2nd June. Customers may still browse and purchase books from our second hand sections. Apologies for any inconvenience. The Berkelouw Book Barn will also be ... (continued)
June Fantasy Bookclub - Balgowlah
Our Fantasy Book Club read for June is Weavingshaw by Heba Al-Wasity. 'Leena didn't believe in monsters until she saw Weavingshaw.' The Saint of Silence trades coins for every sordid divulgence uttered to him. The darker the secret, the higher the price. Lee... (continued)
Young Writers Competition
We're delighted to be running a Young Writers competition for any and all young aspiring authors! Winners and shortlisted entries in each age category will receive a prize, and you have until June 28th to hand your entries in to the Balgowlah store. Stories can be any genre as long as ... (continued)
May Bookclub - Balgowlah
Bookclub pick for May is YESTERYEAR by Caro Claire Burke. It will be the last Thursday of the month, May 28th from 5.30-6.30pm. 'My name is Natalie Heller Mills, and I was perfect at being alive…' Natalie lives a traditional lifestyle – and her follo... (continued)
Closure of Berkelouw Leichhardt
Dearest Leichhardt, It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our shop, which has been helping you find books (new and old) on Norton St for almost 30 years, will be closing its doors for good. We have loved being your local booksellers and we wish... (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 453
Latest Acquisitions 453 is now available online Get lost in the game of Golf. Discover the wonder of Australia's unique birdlife. Be amazed by beautiful jewels and creative design. Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA453 (continued)
Rare Books Christmas Catalogue 2025
We are pleased to present a Christmas Catalogue that is filled with colour, joy and maybe that elusive gift! Whether it is revisiting a literary classic, getting a glimpse into the natural world or being inspired by stunning art, there may just be a book in here for you. Explore ... (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 452
Latest Acquisitions 452 is now available online Explore our latest round of offerings featuring art to exploration and everything inbetween. The perfect place to start your Christmas shopping! Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA452 (continued)
Sydney Rare Book Fair 2025
We are pleased to say that Berkelouw Rare Books will be going to the ANZAAB Sydney Rare Book Fair from 23rd to 25th October Click here to see some highlights. Thursday 23rd: 6 pm to 9 pm Friday 24th: 10 am to 5 pm Saturday 25th: 10 am to 4 pm The Glasshouse ... (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 451
Latest Acquisitions 451 is now available online Discover the world of mythology and folklore with James George Frazer or explore pre-independence Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA451 (continued)
Eumundi Writers Festival
The inaugural Eumundi Writers Festival kicks off on Friday the 22nd August 2025, and continues throughout the entire weekend. Berkelouw Books are hosting the opening night celebrations which will include the launch of Tony Wellington's new book Mixtapes and Memories: Triumphs an... (continued)
Book Barn Closing Times May 2026
Dear Customers: The Berkelouw Book Barn at Bendooley Estate, Berrima will be closing at 3pm for private functions on the following dates in May 2026. Fri 1st, Sat 2nd, Mon 4th, Fri 8th, Sat 9th, Fri 15th, Sun 17th, Mon 18th, Fri 22nd, Sat 23rd, Mon 25th, and Fri 29th. Apart f... (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 450
Latest Acquisitions 450 is now available As the cold weather sets in, why not catch up on the classic works of Rudyard Kipling or explore the world of antique automobiles Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA450 (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 449
Latest Acquisitions 449 is now available Be inspired by the music of Paul McCartney or explore the mind of Sigmund Freud. Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA449 (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 448
Latest Acquisitions 448 is now available Enjoy browsing our inaugural catalogue of 2025! Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA448 (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 447
Lastest Acquisitions 447 is now available Be inspired by the offerings in our Spring Catalogue Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA447 (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 446
Latest Acquisitions 446 is now available online Featuring law, fashion and literature. Enjoy! Please use this link to view the Catalogue LA446 (continued)
Latest Acquisitions 445
Latest Acquisitions 445 is now available online Please use this link to view the catalogue LA445 (continued)
April Book Club Balgowlah
Bookclub pick for May is Vigil by George Saunders. It will be the last Thursday of the month, April 30th from 5.30-6.30pm. Not for the first time in fact, for the 343rd time Jill 'Doll' Blaine finds herself crashing down to earth, head-first, rear-up, t... (continued)
What to Try (And What to Look Out For...)
This week, once again, we have a few interesting picks from our new releases for you to watch out for, as well as a highlight from our existing catalogue. To begin, the multi-award-winning author of The Nightingale (2015) is back again with her latest hotly-anticipated The Women... (continued)