Charlotte Grimshaw's new novel stars a National Party leader tipped to be the next Prime Minister. Does this man resemble anyone we know? Linda Herrick reports

A workshop performance by members of the RNZB, set to the tune of Lady Gaga's Bad Romance, has become a YouTube hit.

What do Maori haka, Fijian firewalking and yoga have in common? According to a book by Canadian writer Andrew Potter they are all part of an authenticity hoax.

A New Zealand film festival to screen in China next month is aimed at showing Chinese audiences that anyone in New Zealand can be a successful film-maker.

Given actor/writer Tim Balme's workload, it's amazing he answers interview questions so coherently and affably.

A book for teenagers by an unknown Australian tipped to be the next J.K. Rowling goes on sale here on Monday.

Printmaker Rodney Fumpston has the best of both worlds with a home in Auckland and the beloved place of his birth, Fiji.

Books about authors who are struggling to write can be overly indulgent and introspective.

Dame Fiona Kidman is back with a new volume of poetry that traces her Irish roots.

Wellington teacher and author Leon Davidson tells Rebecca Barry what inspired him to delve into Anzac history on behalf of younger readers.

The ever-ebullient Roy Goodman explained the premise behind Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra's Thursday concert in a running commentary as the stage was reset after the opening item.

War from the horse's mouth.

An artistic diversion from bloody reality, writes Steve Scott.