Read Indigenous
Read Indigenous is a yearly list of must-read titles written by Indigenous authors, writers, illustrators, and Knowledge Carriers for all ages.
The titles have been selected with the Indigenous Advisory Council at Toronto Public Library.
2026 Lists
Adults
Read some of the best Indigenous writers and illustrators on Turtle Island.
Read Indigenous 2026
Explore stories of love, resilience, culture, identity, art, fashion, science and community through fiction, memoir and nonfiction.
Teens
Discover novels, short stories and graphic novels written by Indigenous authors and thinkers.
Read Indigenous 2026
From graphic memoirs to page-turning fiction, discover Indigenous stories that celebrate community, courage and self-discovery.
Children
Find a selection of some of the best books for kids by Indigenous writers and illustrators.
Read Indigenous 2026
Discover Indigenous stories that celebrate family, community, imagination and connection.