The Variety Monster Bookfair returns in July 2025!
A Monster of a Fair celebrating inclusion and literacy.
Step 1 - Feed the Book Monster!
Feed the Variety Book Monster your quality pre-loved books, DVDs, games and puzzles throughout Monster May at any of the Shiploads Stores state-wide in Tasmania.
With thanks to the Shiploads store crews and Variety volunteers who spend countless hours carefully sorting and packing these treasures - ready for you to find at The Fair!
Step 2 - Visit the Fair
Come along and stock up on your favourite books, games or DVDs!
9am - 4pm Saturday 5 July
10am - 4pm Sunday 6 July
PW1, Castray Esplanade, Hobart
A Monster of a Fair celebrating inclusion and literacy!
The best thing? You'll be helping kids in need 
A Monster of a Fair!
A fun day out for the young and young at heart with books galore, colouring activities and everyone's favourite - a visit from the animal nursery at the Sorell School Farm.
Thank you to our incredible partners!
