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Short story: Blackjack by Kirsty Gunn

Each summer, we commission some of Aotearoa’s finest writers to tell us a short tale.

Book takes: Back in the days when you could be fined for wearing a beautiful button

Author Lucy Godoroja on the surprising history of buttons.

Top 10 best-selling New Zealand books: January 13

The local books attracting summertime buyers.

Short story: Moving out, shifting in by Vincent O’Sullivan

The latest in our summer collection of short stories by top NZ writers.

Culling the books: How to declutter a book collection

Holidays might be the perfect time to reduce towering stacks of books, but how to start?

Short story: Honestly by Kelly Ana Morey

Each summer, we commission some of Aotearoa’s finest writers to tell us a short tale.

Short story: A hard man to forget by Josie Shapiro

Aotearoa’s finest writers share a short tale under the theme "second acts".

Short story: Sweet selection by Tina Shaw

Each summer, we commission some of Aotearoa’s finest writers to tell us a short tale.

Hidden potential: Want to achieve great things? Then embrace discomfort to transform the 'daily grind'

Psychologist Adam Grant on how to make the daily grind into daily joy.

Short cuts: Quick reviews on recent book releases

Mark Broatch gives quick reviews on new Kiwi and international titles.

Top picks: Kiwi newsmakers on their favourite books of the year

Karen Walker, Sam Neill, Sir Ashley Bloomfield and more share their favourite 2023 reads.

Year of firsts for Kiwi women at our top literary awards

Each 2023 Prime Minister Award recipients have had recognition both at home and abroad.

Review: John Boyne crafts engaging characters and makes astute observations

In John Boyne's 15th novel, a woman comes to terms with her past.

Review: Posthumous collection showcases Hilary Mantel’s perceptive style

Old journalism can quickly become stale, but Mantel is still vivid and livid.

Review: Ranulph Fiennes’s personal take on Lawrence of Arabia’s wartime exploits

Fiennes is enjoying his retirement by adding to his collection of 24 bestsellers.

Top 10 best-selling New Zealand books: December 16th

Topp Twins and a top chef hold their place in this week's top books.