TravelTravel book: <I>The Tao of Travel</I>"The best travel," wrote Paul Theroux in his book <i>Dark Star Safari</i>, "is a leap in the dark".15 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionFiction Addiction: Q&A with Paula MorrisNew Zealand writer Paula Morris has travelled the word in her novels, but the inspiration from her latest release, <i>Rangatira</i>, came from closer to home. It was in her blood.15 Nov 01:00 AM
EntertainmentJenny Wingfield: Drama in the Deep SouthGritty and funny - Jenny Wingfield's debut novel charms Nicky Pellegrino.13 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook Review: 11.22.63 When you are Stephen King, you get to use numerical date codes as titles. Because who’s going to stop you?13 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook Review: Among The IslandsParents wishing to change the attitude of their science-averse teenage boys could do worse than to drop into their Christmas stocking this account of Tim Flannery’s adventures as a young zoologist.13 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook Review: BlighWilliam Bligh, he of the mutiny on the Bounty, was arguably the most complex, interesting and observant of the European explorers in the South Pacific. 13 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook Review: Speaking FranklyIf you get past the crushingly obvious title, subtitle and cheap looking cover, you'll find a collection of provocative, insightful essays.13 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionFiction Addiction: Q&A with Alex MillerAlex Miller was watching the squirrels from a bench in London's Holland Park when he first heard the opening words to his latest novel.11 Nov 01:00 AM
OpinionFiction Addiction: Introducing RangatiraSome of New Zealand’s leading fiction writers have been trawling the history books for inspiration lately. 07 Nov 11:00 PM
EntertainmentAnthony Horowitz: From boy spy to classic sleuthProlific young adult author and television screenplay writer Anthony Horowitz talks to Stephen Jewell about penning the next escapades of the world’s most famous detective.06 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook lover: Ian RankinBest-selling crime writer Ian Rankin is the author of <i>The Impossible Dead</i> (Orion, $37.99).06 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHayley Tanner: Deft take on love's magicTapestry of dark and light are skilfully woven, writes Nicky Pellegrino.06 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionFiction Addiction: Introducing Autumn LaingAs protagonists go, <i>Autumn Laing</i> and I did not get off to a great start. 03 Nov 11:00 PM
LifestyleBirth as an art form: Woman delivers in New York galleryMarni Kotak gave the performance of her life when she gave birth to baby Ajax in a New York City art gallery recently.03 Nov 01:20 AM
LifestyleBook club: A leaf out of their bookTake advice from the experts and read up on what you can do to save money, in your wardrobe, your home and your pantry.01 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionFiction Addiction: Five hot new novelsA stack of promising new novels has thudded onto the <i>Fiction Addiction</i> desk. 31 Oct 09:38 PM
EntertainmentBook Reviews: A view of life through a quirky lensReading Airini Beautrais' new collection, <i>Western Line</i>, fills me with joy - through what words can do and through the avenues poetry makes available. 31 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentIn defence of chick litSuzanne McFadden talks to Kiwi romance queen Michelle Holman about issues and critics.31 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook Review: Sweet AsTowards the end of his rambling diary of a road trip through his native country, Garth Cartwright engages in a sly piece of critic-proofing sophistry. 31 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHelen Humphreys: A love affair with the pastThis 19th century romantic triangle comes to life, writes Nicky Pellegrino.30 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook lover: Tasmina PerryBritish novelist Tasmina Perry is the author of <i>Private Lives</i> (Headline, $34.99).30 Oct 04:00 PM