Physical library collections

Our physical library collections include lots of items aimed at young adults. You can borrow:

  • Fiction and non-fiction books for young adults - most of our libraries have a dedicated section for young adult reading material
  • Dyslexia-friendly books
  • Comics, graphic novels and manga
  • Magazines
  • ESOL readers, for young adult speakers of other languages wanting to improve their English
  • Boardgames and puzzles
  • DVDs
  • Loanable activity kits including our Stargazing kit, Litter picking kit, and Birdwatching kit

You can search for all of these physical items in our library catalogue (in browser) or via our library app (search for QLDC Libraries in your preferred app store).

Young Adult Staff Picks - September 2025

Check out the titles our librarians are recommending this month for young adult readers!

Online resources for young adults

We've got a large range of online resources for young adults - whether you're after something entertaining to read, or need to do some research for school work.

BorrowBox Young Adult Collection

Borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, eComics, eGraphic Novels, and eManga - all available to read on your computer, phone or tablet.

Accessible via a browser (for desktop computer or laptop) or via the BorrowBox app (for mobile phone or tablet) - search for "Central Otago/Queenstown Lakes District Libraries".

If you need help we suggest visiting the BorrowBox help page.

Libby Young Adult Collection

Browse Libby's collection for young adults, which includes eBooks, graphic novels and comics, eAudiobooks and eMagazines.

Accessible via a browser (for desktop computer or laptop) or via the Libby app (for mobile phone or tablet) - search for "Central Otago/Queenstown Lakes District Libraries".

If you need help we suggest visiting the Libby help page.

Comics Plus

The Comics Plus Library provides unlimited online access to thousands of English language digital comics, graphic novels, and manga. This collection is suited to ages 8-18.

Accessible via a browser (for desktop computer or laptop) or via the Comics Plus app (for mobile phone or tablet) - search for "Queenstown Lakes District Council Libraries NZ - Teen Library".

If you need help we suggest visiting the Comics Plus help centre.

PressReader

PressReader provides unlimited online access to newspapers and magazines from around the world. Access 7,000+ newspapers and magazines in more than 60 languages, including New Zealand publications.

Accessible via a browser (for desktop computer or laptop) or via the PressReader app (for mobile phone or tablet) - Sign In through Library or Group and create an account or look for "Queenstown Lakes & Central Otago District Libraries".

If you need help we suggest visiting the PressReader Help Centre.

Online Learning for Young Adults

Explore our great range of online learning resources for young adults here.

Online Learning for Young Adults