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Rachel Weston’s new book Kiwi Bees Have Tiny Knees is causing a buzz.

Queen joked about Boris before death: 'At least I won’t have that idiot organising my funeral'

An author alleges she made the comment after accepting Boris Johnson’s resignation.

Dr Monty Soutar's Kāwai series captivates New Zealand readers with history

Soutar's Kāwai series blends fiction and Aotearoa's history

Carrington in Rotorua for Kupu Māori Writer’s Festival

Forty distinguished authors, scholars, and writers from across Aotearoa will attend.

Real talk with Bree Tomasel

The ZM and Celebrity Treasure Island host talks about shocking her mum on social media and why writing her book was like getting gonorrhea. Video / Michael Craig

How much does it cost to hire a hitman? About the same as having an IVF baby

A new book looks at the dollar value placed on human life - and who gets to decide.

Where to find NZ’s best country pubs

In the name of research, Peter Janssen visited hundreds of NZ pubs.

Easier than taxes: Bean counter turns to cookbooks

A best-selling cookbook author says she's 'not a foodie' but loves simple recipes.

New royal biography shows Queen Elizabeth II as you’ve never seen her before

Craig Brown delves into the hidden corners of Queen Elizabeth II’s life.

‘I have been researching death for 30 years. I am now convinced it is reversible’

Telegraph: Doctor believes it's not as permanent as we’ve been led to believe.

Inside Beetlejuice author Michael McDowell's macabre afterlife

How Michael McDowell laughed in death’s face until the end.

Polly Markus' tips for quick and easy recipes

Polly Markus from Miss Polly's Kitchen shares some tips on making quick and easy canapes and marinades. Video / Alyse Wright

Writing was 'one of my weaker areas' says 16-year-old author of three books

“I just want to inspire youth to know they can do anything possible no matter what."

Opinion: The viral literary queen who’s bigger than the Bible

OPINION: The accidental TikTok sensation has sold more than 30 million books.

Polly Markus shares her best kitchen tips

Polly Markus from Miss Polly's Kitchen shares her best kitchen tips and tricks. Video / Alyse Wright

Eight sex books cover all aspects of pleasure

Top titles to read for enhancing sexual pleasure and intimacy, according to experts.