Whitcoulls Richmond

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About Whitcoulls Richmond

Whitcoulls Richmond is part of the long-running New Zealand bookstore chain, offering a wide range of titles spanning fiction, children's books, cookbooks, young adult, biography, business, history and much more. The store keeps up with reader demand through curated New Releases, Pre-Orders, BookTok favourites and Special Editions sections.

Whitcoulls also highlights its own bestseller and recommendation lists, including a Top 100, a Kids Top 50, Whitcoulls Recommends, and Joan's Picks, giving customers curated starting points across genres and age groups.

Whitcoulls Richmond: Books for Every Reader in Richmond Mall

Whitcoulls Richmond is part of the well-known New Zealand bookstore chain, stocking a wide range of titles for readers of every age and interest at Richmond Mall.

A Genre for Everyone

Whitcoulls' range spans fiction, children's books, cookbooks, young adult, biography and true stories, business, computing, crafts and hobbies, design and the arts, dictionaries, family and health, history and military, home and garden, humour, Maoritanga, mind body spirit, and much more, giving readers a huge variety to choose from under one roof.

Always Something New

The store keeps up with the latest in publishing through its New Releases section, featuring fresh titles from authors across genres, alongside a dedicated Pre-Orders section for readers wanting to secure highly anticipated upcoming books ahead of release.

Trending and Collectible

For readers following the latest trends, Whitcoulls curates a BookTok section spotlighting titles that have found a passionate following online. Collectors are also catered for with a Special Editions range, featuring anniversary editions and collector's versions of beloved series.

Curated Recommendations

Whitcoulls offers several curated lists to help readers find their next favourite book, including a Top 100 bestseller list, a Kids Top 50 for younger readers, Whitcoulls Recommends, and Joan's Picks — a set of hand-selected recommendations for those looking for something a little different.

Something for Every Age

From picture books and early learning material for the youngest readers through to young adult fiction and adult genres like crime, romance, science fiction and fantasy, Whitcoulls Richmond aims to cater to readers of all ages and tastes.

Visiting Whitcoulls Richmond

Whitcoulls Richmond is located at Shop 107, Richmond Mall, on the corner of Queen, Croucher and Talbot Streets, Richmond, Nelson.

Signature items

  • Top 100 Bestsellers
  • Kids Top 50
  • New Releases
  • BookTok Favourites
  • Special Editions
  • Joan's Picks

Menu

Kids Top 50

  • Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone — By J.K. Rowling
  • Dog Man — By Dav Pilkey
  • Hairy Maclary From Donaldson's Dairy — By Lynley Dodd
  • Wings of Fire: Dragonet Prophecy — By Tui T. Sutherland
  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid — By Jeff Kinney

New Releases

  • Home Again — By Jon Toogood
  • Delusional — By James Patterson
  • One Day a Taniwha — By T-hema Baker
  • Cooking Thai — By Pim Techamuanvivit
  • Alecto Gray Will Hunt You Down — By Laure Eve

Special Editions

  • Divergent 15th Anniversary Edition — By Veronica Roth
  • The Mortal Instruments: City of Heavenly Fire Collector's Edition — By Cassandra Clare
  • Starside Special Edition — By Alex Aster
  • Better Than the Movies Collector's Edition — By Lynn Painter

BookTok Favourites

  • Ashes of Thezmarr: Silver & Smoke — By Helen Scheuerer
  • Crowns of Nyaxia: The Lion and the Deathless Dark — By Carissa Broadbent
  • Runebreaker — By Mila Finch
  • Scion — By James Islington
  • Flesh & False Gods: Eyes of Kings — By Chloe Gong

Top 100 Bestsellers

  • Fourth Wing (Empyrean #01) — By Rebecca Yarros
  • A Court of Thorns & Roses (ACOTAR #01) — By Sarah J. Maas
  • The Assassin's Blade (Throne of Glass #0.5) — By Sarah J. Maas
  • Project Hail Mary — By Andy Weir
  • The Hunger Games — By Suzanne Collins

Frequently asked questions

What does Whitcoulls sell?
A wide range of books across genres including fiction, children's books, cookbooks, young adult, biography and more.
Do they have a bestseller list?
Yes, including a Top 100 list and a Kids Top 50 for younger readers.
Do they sell children's books?
Yes, a full range of children's books including picture books, early learning and fiction.
Can I pre-order upcoming releases?
Yes, a dedicated Pre-Orders section is available for upcoming titles.
What are BookTok titles?
Books that have become popular through the BookTok community, featured in a dedicated section.
Do they have staff recommendations?
Yes, including Whitcoulls Recommends and Joan's Picks.

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