LifestyleWriting about the city of lost yarnsBoyd Tonkin talks to Victoria Hislop about being inspired by landscapes and why she is ready for passionate criticism of her new book.23 Nov 03:00 AM
LifestyleManolo Blahnik's memoir fused with fairytaleManolo Blahnik's life story has been made into a unique memoir, blending biographical elements with fairytale.22 Nov 03:00 PM
LifestyleFiction Addiction: Five hot new novelsThis month's fiction fix is one of the strongest yet, according to our book bloggers. Reviewers all over the world have been scrambling to invent new ways to effuse over literature. 21 Nov 10:16 PM
LifestylePD James shows no prejudiceJane-ites may quail at first, but should enjoy this, says Nicky Pellegrino.21 Nov 08:00 PM
LifestyleBook lover: John BridgesThe producer of 7 Days shares his insight on what it's like to be a bookworm.21 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionFiction Addiction: All you want for ChristmasBooks almost always make the perfect gift. They can be beautiful, challenging, inspirational, educational or simply fun. There is something for everyone. 17 Nov 09:57 PM
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
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
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: 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
EntertainmentJenny Wingfield: Drama in the Deep SouthGritty and funny - Jenny Wingfield's debut novel charms Nicky Pellegrino.13 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentPeter Wells: Missionary positionWriter Peter Wells explains the process of working with Auckland artist Gavin Hurley to create the cover for his new biography of the controversial historical figure William Colenso12 Nov 01:31 AM
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
EntertainmentHayley Tanner: Deft take on love's magicTapestry of dark and light are skilfully woven, writes Nicky Pellegrino.06 Nov 04:00 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
