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Tech Insider: Mighty Ape co-founder turns Book Hero
PLUS: Do we trust AI for stock-picking? Researcher finds a gender split.

Secret Auckland: A poet's tour of Tāmaki Makaurau
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

Independent bookstores celebrating despite tough retail environment
Aotearoa New Zealand Bookshop Day recognises the pivotal community role of bookstores.

From Takapuna to Hollywood: Rose Carlyle's journey from hermit to best-selling thriller author
Her new novel, No One Will Know, explores motherhood, illegal adoption, and dark secrets.

Rose Carlyle on her new book 'No One Will Know'
Rose Carlyle discusses her new book, 'No One Will Know' and her success as an author. Video / NZ Herald

Kiwi author Megan Dunn on her new book The Mermaid Chronicles
In this exclusive essay, Dunn explores the inspiration behind her latest book.

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.

Popular book fair bucks the retail trend
Steady sales over four days results in record income of more than $20k.

'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.

From Shortland Street to inside gang life: Gavin Strawhan on his debut novel The Call
The real-life detectives, gangs and brutal events that inspired TV showrunner's new book.

Can you judge a book by its cover? How to design a bestseller
Floppy ladies, the emoji effect and other book cover trends we can't resist.

Can you judge a book by the cover?
The surprising back stories to the covers on the country's biggest reads. Video / Michael Craig

The best (and worst) fiction books of 2023, from Eleanor Catton to Zadie Smith
Telegraph: From lesser-known authors, indie publishers, and unique archives.

Impressive new Hamilton library now complete
Matariki next year will see the unveiling of a pou at Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library.

Small business: Local booksellers bound together amid online overseas competition
BookHub puts buying locally as a front-and-centre option for NZ book lovers.

To have and to hold in a rental world
OPINION: '... I feel safe in saying no one likes renting, except for landlords.'

After solo travel inspiration? These 5 books should top your list
Kindle your solo travel journey with these wanderlust-filled reads.

Analogue revival: Books and vinyl find favour with Whanganui readers and listeners
Whanganui's boutique shops cater to lovers of "old-school" visual and audio mediums.

Whanganui bookshop with around 60,000 books for sale
Included in the store's collection were first-edition publications of Winnie the Pooh.

Hard to Find Books will survive 'but it won’t be easy'
Warwick Jordan says Kiwis should continue to experience the magic of second-hand books.

Local Focus: Nici and Nicky talk about love, Italy and cooking for one
A perfect day with all the right ingredients in Anzac Hall, Featherston.