OpinionMitchell HagemanWhy rehashed TV formulas don't work anymoreOpinion: We can't keep reskinning TV shows like they are the next Call Of Duty. 06 Sep 07:00 AM
New Zealand‘A big honour’: NZ writer’s pivot from book reviewer to award-winning children’s authorClaire Mabey made a career of championing award-winning authors. Now she’s one of them.27 Aug 12:18 AM
EntertainmentShould you quit Spotify, Substack? Why some Kiwis are leaving the popular platforms Kiwis on Substack and Spotify have found themselves in a fresh ethical bind.21 Aug 05:00 AM
PremiumLifestyle'Utterly alone': How a relationship separation inspired Aussie journalist's new book03 Aug 12:00 AM
Lifestyle'Like a cartoon': Author's $65k book prize win nearly derailed by travel chaos18 May 02:04 AM
PremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: How dense is your love? Confronting the Auckland housing crisis16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumLifestyleFight for survival: NZ writer battles funding cuts to secure residency01 Apr 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestylePunk rock and ADHD: Rachael King’s new children’s book is personal and musicalThe Christchurch author has a new book - and a new song (sort of).14 Mar 07:00 PM
LifestyleCalling Kiwi bookworms: Auckland Writers Festival has unveiled its 2025 programme Colm Tóibín, Harriet Walter and Ngāhuia te Awekōtuku and more luminaries confirmed.11 Mar 11:05 PM
Travel250 years of Jane Austen: 6 places in the UK to celebrate the novelistThe perfect excuse to visit England, celebrations have already begun across the country.07 Mar 11:00 PM
Entertainment‘Fascinating collection’: Ockham NZ Book Awards 2025 finalists revealedBig names and newcomers are among the finalists for the upcoming Ockham awards.04 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleLee Child on retirement, Reacher and how he won New Zealand hearts'It’s like everybody buys a copy and then they buy two for their sheep.'28 Feb 06:00 PM
TravelDreams of travel: Short story competition winner announcedCongratulations to the winner of this year's Short Travel Story Competition.17 Feb 06:00 PM
Entertainment‘They’re all like Reacher’: Alan Ritchson on how NZ men compare to famous characterFantasy or fortitude? Understanding the obsession with Lee Child’s creation.15 Feb 05:00 PM
Entertainment‘No longer publishing’: Gaiman dropped after sex assault claimsDark Horse Comics cancelled projects with the fantasy writer amid the accusations.27 Jan 04:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTales from the back road: Charms and ruts of the 'scenic' route from Hawke's Bay to WairarapaSimon Burt decided to take the road less travelled. He found a book to write.17 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final bookRon Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.10 Jan 06:00 PM
EntertainmentFilmmaker husband of White Lotus star dead at 47The screenwriter has more than a dozen directing and film credits to his name.04 Jan 08:34 PM
LifestyleSurprise, surprise, the library books Kiwis borrowed the most this year were by Lee ChildKiwis are devoted to the Jack Reacher author, and it shows in our borrowing behavior.26 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFrom Takapuna to Hollywood: Rose Carlyle's journey from hermit to best-selling thriller authorHer new novel, No One Will Know, explores motherhood, illegal adoption, and dark secrets.22 Dec 02:00 AM
EntertainmentTaika Waititi's involved, but how did Charles Wu's acclaimed novel make it to TV?'When I put on that serious-writer hat, it squeezes my head, and no thoughts come out.'26 Nov 01:29 AM
Lifestyle‘Regards is such a cold word’: What your email sign-off says about youSigning off was obvious with written letters, but the rules are far less clear with email.16 Nov 09:50 PM
EntertainmentWho is the highest-earning dead celebrity in 2024?The musicians, actors, TV stars and sporting legends making millions after their deaths.30 Oct 10:49 PM
New ZealandCity's 'budding and burgeoning' art scene gets two new leaders'To connect with others... through performance and art is vital for people’s well-being.'16 Oct 03:41 AM
New ZealandCarrington in Rotorua for Kupu Māori Writer’s FestivalForty distinguished authors, scholars, and writers from across Aotearoa will attend.15 Oct 03:01 PM
TravelWhere to find NZ’s best country pubsIn the name of research, Peter Janssen visited hundreds of NZ pubs.10 Oct 06:00 AM
New ZealandEasier than taxes: Bean counter turns to cookbooksA best-selling cookbook author says she's 'not a foodie' but loves simple recipes.09 Oct 09:30 PM
RoyalsHow King Charles became one of the world’s most prolific pen palsThe monarch wrote an estimated 2400 letters a year when he was Prince of Wales.09 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe unsung icon behind the primary school hit Fish and ChipsThe song is almost as famous as the dish. So why is its writer virtually unknown?07 Oct 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow Alone Australia's Gina Chick became the barefoot goddess of post-menopausal womenHer compelling new memoir on surviving life, love and unbearable loss.04 Oct 11:00 PM
