ABC Radio National: The Bookshelf

Join us for this broadcast of ABC Radio National’s weekly book review program, The Bookshelf, as they announce the 2026 Top 100 Books theme – and begin the conversation.

The country was rapt for Radio National’s audience vote and broadcast countdown of the Top 100 Books of the 21st Century in October. This time round, what theme, time period and focus? All will be revealed with Festival guests Tony Birch (Pictures of You), Lily King (Heart the Lover) and Siang Lu (Ghost Cities) as they join hosts Cassie McCullagh and Kate Evans from ABC Radio National’s The Bookshelf to discuss their picks.

Join Tony, Lily and Siang in conversation with Cassie and Kate and let your own list-making begin.