What is the Love Your Bookshop Competition?
The Love Your Bookshop Competition is organised by the Australian Booksellers Association to celebrate Love Your Bookshop Day on Saturday, 10 October 2026. Participants have the opportunity to win a $1,000 gift card to spend at participating ABA member bookshops. The competition encourages support for local bookshops and Australian authors.
What are the prizes for the Love Your Bookshop Competition?
The prize for the Love Your Bookshop Competition is a $1,000 Love Your Bookshop Gift Card. This gift card can be used at any participating bookshop that accepts Love Your Bookshop Gift Cards, offering the winner a chance to indulge in a wide selection of books.
When does the competition close?
The competition closes at 10:00 AM AEST on 12 October 2026. Participants must ensure their entries are submitted before this deadline to be considered for the prize.
How do I enter the competition?
To enter the competition, visit an ABA member bookshop on Saturday, 10 October 2026, and purchase a book by an Australian author or illustrator. Buying a book by a First Nations creator grants a double entry. Then, complete the competition entry form online, including details of the bookshop visited and the book purchased.
Who is eligible to enter the Love Your Bookshop Competition?
The Love Your Bookshop Competition is open to all Australian residents. Each participant is limited to one entry, ensuring a fair chance for all entrants to win the prize.
How is the winner selected?
The winner of the competition will be selected on 19 October 2026. The selection process is final, and no correspondence will be entered into regarding the decision.
How will the winner be notified?
The winner will be notified via email on 19 October 2026. They must provide an Australian postal address within five days to claim their prize. Failure to do so will result in forfeiture of the prize, and a new winner will be selected.
Who is the promoter of the Love Your Bookshop Competition?
The promoter of the Love Your Bookshop Competition is the Australian Booksellers Association (ABA), which organises this event to support local bookshops and promote Australian literature.