The story behind the shelf

Good books. A little closer to home.

Sinhala stories, English favourites, and the pleasure of finding your next read. Welcome to Asaliya.

A few books from our shelves. Take a closer look.

A place for people who love to read.

Asaliya is an online bookshop in Sri Lanka. We bring together Sinhala and English books, from novels and poetry to books for children and curious minds. Whether you know exactly what you want or are looking for a little inspiration, there is a shelf here to explore.

Our Mission

To promote and preserve Sri Lankan literature by making quality books easily available to readers everywhere. We curate a wide selection of novels, poetry, educational texts, and children's books in both Sinhala and English.

From our shelves to yours

Room for every kind of reader: Explore stories, translations, poetry and more, at your own pace.
Cash on delivery or bank transfer: Pay in cash when your books arrive, or by bank transfer before we send them.
A little help along the way: Ask us about a book, your order or delivery. We are here to help.

Shipping Information

We deliver island-wide within 3-5 business days. Delivery costs LKR 450 to any district.

Return Policy

We accept returns within 7 days of delivery if the book is in its original condition. Please contact our support team to initiate a return.

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