New ZealandLife as a mixed-race New Zealander explored in Kaitāia man Mike Bentley's poetryThe new book focuses on life as a Palagi-Samoan Kiwi.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A colourful celebration of literature': Kids dress up for Awapuni School Book ParadePages came to life as Awapuni students dressed up as their favourite book characters.12 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleThe Oedipus complex has been debunked — but mummy’s boys shouldn’t celebrate just yetWhy it’s time to take Freud’s disturbing theory about childhood seriously.11 Aug 10:09 PM
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LifestyleBookTok: 'Worst nightmare' TikTok trendOPINION: 'These people are promoting books as a lifestyle'.08 Aug 04:43 AM
New Zealand'Shop Local' the catchcry as Gisborne’s Paper Plus triumphs at NZ book industry awards'It’s wonderful to be recognised here in Tairāwhiti': Paper Plus Gisborne owner.05 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Poet Ian Rockel’s new work is a ‘cosmic revelation’Review: An octogenarian poet confronts war, love, sea creatures and mortality.05 Aug 12:17 AM
Opinion‘Fat girls need love too’: The heartbreaking life and cruel death of Mama CassElliott’s talents were often overshadowed by lies, gossip and callous talk of her weight.04 Aug 11:14 PM
EntertainmentThe Topp Twins on award-winning memoir: 'It's not just our story'The iconic entertainers' memoir has been a bestseller since it was published last year.03 Aug 05:00 PM
LifestyleBooklovers share their favourite booksLooking for something new to read? Experts share what's caught their eye recently.02 Aug 06:30 PM
Entertainment‘The worst film I’ve ever seen’: The bittersweet saga of Mary PoppinsHow a foul-mouthed Julie Andrews and a ‘walking icicle’ author made a children's classic.02 Aug 01:18 AM
ReviewsPrincess Kate never claimed to be perfect – this biography is ridiculousOPINION: Book is exaggerated, embarrassingly written, and devoid of insight into Kate.31 Jul 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleEight sex books cover all aspects of pleasureTop titles to read for enhancing sexual pleasure and intimacy, according to experts.28 Jul 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionFirst look inside new five-star Horizon by SkyCity hotelLocals were commissioned to make art within the new hotel to showcase this country.26 Jul 05:00 PM
BusinessRich-lister Dame Wendy Pye on how being sacked changed her life'I just decided that no bastard would ever walk me off the place again.'26 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentKeanu Reeves wrote a book. A really weird oneNew York Times: The Matrix star teams up with a sci-fi novelist.24 Jul 07:00 AM
EntertainmentJD Vance’s Hillbilly Elegy was almost universally praised. Times have changedWhen Vance burst on to the scene with his memoir, he was a different person.23 Jul 12:08 AM
LifestyleHello Kitty is not a cat. Fans aren’t buying itPaws for thought: Sanrio executive says the character is a human third-grader from London.22 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldConfessions of a spin doctor for the world’s worst peopleTimes: He worked for Gaddafi and got Assad's wife in Vogue. Can he buy back his soul?18 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment50 years ago, Jaws hit bookstores, capturing the angst of a generationNew York Times: The success of Jaws had unforeseen consequences for the author.17 Jul 07:00 AM
Banking and financeNovelist Emily Perkins on why ‘we’re always drawn to stories about the unhappy rich’Lioness author talks to Liam Dann about money art and the economics of writing.10 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentSteve Braunias: An interview with a murdererWhy Steve Braunias vows his latest book of crime writing is his last.09 Jul 10:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy women can’t get enough of ‘monster sex’ fictionMonster erotica is a fast growing trend on TikTok – what exactly does that say about us?08 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFive things I’ve learned about life and death from cultures around the world - Anita IsalskaOPINION: Researching a book led to revelations about living a fuller life.05 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandA fictional version of Ashhurst stars in Palmy author's booksA fictional town near Palmerston North is the location of a cosy mystery series.29 Jun 11:34 PM
New ZealandA story of joy and hope: The pig, the cyclone and the refuge of a muddy mattressLucky the pig has grown into a big book star.29 Jun 06:00 AM
EntertainmentBig update for HBO's Harry Potter TV seriesTwo major industry figures have been chosen to lead the production of the show.27 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandDrag storytime cancelled after 'threats' and opposition from Destiny ChurchA city councillor said people had 'threatened our team'.25 Jun 02:07 AM
New Zealand‘My mum was a five-foot-nothing pocket rocket and I want to tell her story’Winner of inaugural Rush Cottage Writers’ Residency wants to tell her mother's story.21 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careRetirement revolution: Why Boomers are refusing to sit down and check outNew York Times: 'Today’s 65-year-old is radically different than our parents’ generation.'20 Jun 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderPaddy Gower officially loses his job in 17 days. He reveals his big new projectMedia Insider: PR power pair on the changing media landscape; Goldy checks into Shorty.17 Jun 05:15 PM
WorldChinese military documents accidentally sold to history buff for under $1A military history buff in China appears to have made an alarming discovery.15 Jun 11:55 PM
New ZealandManawatū restarts Miriam's heartMiriam Sharland says New Zealanders tend to underestimate Manawatū's beauty.11 Jun 10:44 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe BBC journo who was shot by terrorists six times - and survivedTimes: In June 2004, Frank Gardner the storyteller became the story himself.11 Jun 06:00 AM
