LifestyleKids flock to summer reading dareA summer reading programme run by Auckland Libraries has helped more than 12,000 children keep on top of their reading over the long holiday break.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWishart's book a big seller onlineDespite being pulled from the shelves in NZ, Ian Wishart's controversial new book on the Marlborough Sounds murders has been a big seller online.29 Jan 11:05 PM
LifestyleShort guide to not giving a flying $@#%!Kim Knight discovers how to successfully swear your way to self-fulfilment.29 Jan 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Watson definitely the killer, but cops contorted evidence'EXPLOSIVE NEW CLAIMS: Book says Scott Watson is the person who killed Olivia Hope and Ben Smart.28 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionThe enduring influence of JD SalingerToday on the anniversary of his death, Emma Michelle and Anne Maxwell reflect on how JD Salinger's writing first influenced the world and how it continues to do so now.27 Jan 12:30 AM
LifestyleFans queue patiently for favourite cookSmiling broadly and chatting happily as she signed cookbook after cookbook, Nigella Lawson charmed hundreds of fans in Invercargill yesterday.26 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleNigella's NZ tour moves to InvercargillCelebrity chef Nigella Lawson is in Invercargill today. We look at similarities and differences between the South Island city and her home in London.26 Jan 04:05 AM
LifestyleNigella Lawson's book signing a hitDomestic goddess charms fans who braved the summer heat to meet her in Auckland.25 Jan 12:18 AM
EntertainmentBook review: A Few Days in the Country, Elizabeth HarrowerPlease add the name of Elizabeth Harrower to the embarrassingly long list of authors I should have read years ago.22 Jan 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCaitlyn Jenner's memoir will tell allCaitlyn Jenner is releasing a memoir about her transition from male to female.20 Jan 05:30 AM
LifestyleHow 'average' people become extraordinaryDo you stand out from the crowd. A new book details how you can.20 Jan 12:50 AM
EntertainmentMadhur Jaffrey's journey from the stage to bookshelvesShe's best known to the world as a writer of Indian food books, however, as Madhur Jaffrey tells Michele Kayal, her first love is the theatre.15 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentBook review: Hamburgers in Paradise, Louise O. Fresco"Tell me what you eat," said the French gastronome Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin in 1825, "and I'll tell you what you are."15 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldHitler's autobiography goes on saleFor 70 years, the reprinting of Adolf Hitler's autobiography was prohibited in Germany because of fears it could be used as right-wing propaganda09 Jan 08:19 PM
OpinionPaul LittlePaul Little: Life lessons in underwear and joySpark Joy: An Illustrated Guide to the Japanese Art of Tidying by Marie Kondo has to be one of the most useful books ever written, Paul Little writes.09 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentNine must-read history books for summerSinclair McKay is enthralled by superb histories that chart mankind's flirtation with global disaster.08 Jan 11:23 PM
WorldBook ban protest sealed with a kissYoung liberals have made a video of Israelis and Palestinians kissing each other in response to a book being banned.08 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentIf you love Game of Thrones, stop nagging the authorIf you love Game of Thrones, don't nag George R.R. Martin to finish the books, writes Alyssa Rosenberg.04 Jan 09:30 PM
LifestyleNow THAT'S how you fold a T-shirtWATCH: Declutter guru Marie Kondo's magic tricks will help you tidy up your life - and improve your folding.04 Jan 08:10 PM
EntertainmentUnfinished book casts a chill over Game of Thrones seriesThe eagerly anticipated sixth Game of Thrones novel won't be released before the sixth HBO series airs in April, but Martin has left spoilers about what we can expect.03 Jan 07:45 PM
EntertainmentLuminaries author marries long-time partnerEleanor Catton married her long-time partner Steven Toussaint today.03 Jan 10:00 AM
EntertainmentThe case for Agatha ChristieAgatha Christie loved taking everyday items and turning them into instruments of death.01 Jan 04:00 PM
