EntertainmentShort and often perfectI cannot fathom why short stories are not as widely read as they once were when the best of the contemporary work is so entertaining.18 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentSkeletons in closets all over haunted hallRachael King clearly didn't exhaust her fascination for the queer Victorian penchant for "collecting" with her award-winning and much-admired debut novel, <i>The Sound of Butterflies</i>.17 Dec 03:00 PM
TechnologyE-books to go on sale in MayWhitcoulls and Borders are set to become the first book retailers in New Zealand to offer e-books.16 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentClose to the BonesAs <i>The Lovely Bones</i> rattled its way back to his hometown, Peter Jackson sat down with Russell Baillie for a chat about the film.16 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentRewriting historyKatharine McMahon's haphazard approach to writing has structured her successful career.14 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentVirginity and the cityShe's funny, she's had a boob job and she's just written a book that could see her thrown out of her church.13 Dec 03:00 PM
OpinionWendyl Nissen<i>Wendyl Nissen:</i> Under the weatherThe last time I threw up I still shopped at Pumpkin Patch.12 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentSalt of the earthFilm-maker Roger Donaldson has compiled a photographic scrapbook of Kiwi codger Burt Munro - and has his eyes on a biopic of Ed Hillary.12 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandSelf-made story an inspiration to othersAfter knock-backs author worked hard to publish her own book.11 Dec 03:00 PM
LifestyleIn the pantryKerri Jackson talks to the latest Kiwi chef making a name for herself on the world stage.07 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentIn the good booksGive your loved ones a book for Christmas and they'll have a lasting gift everyone can share. Our reviewing team offers some tips for all ages and tastes.06 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentLurking close to homeScary Kiwi kids' tale <i>Under The Mountain</i> is due in cinemas this week.05 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentWild rideSpike Jonze has tested studio nerves with his big-screen adaptation of classic kids' book Where the Wild Things Are.05 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentPerfect matchJonathan Kellerman admits Alex Delaware is an idealised version of himself.03 Dec 03:00 PM
LifestyleBrownie points (+recipes)Everybody has their favourite variation on this chocolate 'cake that's not a cake'.01 Dec 03:00 PM
EntertainmentStepping up a levelShe's gone from being a pizza waitress to topping the charts in 30 countries and singing at Nelson Mandela's birthday concert.01 Dec 03:00 PM
SportUltramarathoner Tamati's body holding up well as she heads northKiwi ultramarathoner Lisa Tamati, now 29 days into her 2,200km run the length of New Zealand, says her body is holding up well, despite early injury fears.27 Nov 01:00 AM
EntertainmentTime for leaps of beliefThe Time Traveler's Wife is a movie about destiny, loss and love.26 Nov 03:00 PM