1. Death Comes to Pemberley by P.D. James

P.D. James masterfully recreates the world of Pride and Prejudice, and combines it with the excitement and suspense of a brilliantly-crafted detective story..

2. The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes

A brilliant short novel from a writer at the very height of his powers. Winner of the Man Booker Prize for Fiction in 2011.

3. On Booze by F. Scott Fitzgerald

A collection of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s best drinking stories.

4. Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

Based on more than forty interviews with Jobs conducted over two years—as well as interviews with more than a hundred family members, friends, adversaries, competitors, and colleagues—Walter Isaacson has written a riveting story of the roller-coaster life and searingly intense personality of a creative entrepreneur whose passion for perfection and ferocious drive revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies, music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing.

5. All That I Am by Anna Funder

The gripping first novel by Anna Funder, the acclaimed author of Stasiland, based on a true story. All That I Am, is moving and beautifully written, equal parts a love story, thriller and testament to individual heroism.

6. The Cat's Table by Michael Ondaatje

A spellbinding story about the magical, often forbidden discoveries of childhood and a lifelong journey that begins unexpectedly with a spectacular sea voyage.

7. After Words by Paul Keating

A unique volume of speeches and occasional pieces written entirely by former Prime Minister Paul Keating.

8. The Casual Cyclist's Guide to Melbourne by Matt Hurst

The Casual Cyclist's Guide to Melbourne brings a fresh and entertaining perspective to a much-loved mode of transport.

9. The Little Vegie Patch by Fabian Capomolla and Mat Pember

Lots of fun, and packed full of all the information you'll need (plus some hilarious tips and stories from the Little Veggie Patch boys' own experience along the way), this colourful guide is for anyone interested in growing their own food..

10. A Short History of Christianity by Geoffrey Blainey

Geoffrey Blainey, one of Australia's most accomplished and popular historians, takes us on a journey from the very beginnings of Christianity through to the current day..