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‘Fascinating collection’: Ockham NZ Book Awards 2025 finalists revealed
Big names and newcomers are among the finalists for the upcoming Ockham awards.

Rowan Simpson's top 3 tips for entrepreneurs - and 3 ways to be wrong
The author of "How To Be Wrong: A crash course in startup success" offers insider tips. Video / Alyse Wright

Man guilty of attempted murder in stabbing of Salman Rushdie
Rushdie described the pain as 'a 10' and lost vision in one eye.

Blake Lively appears to lose key ally amid Justin Baldoni feud
The shock move has some fans claiming Lively’s career is in crisis.

The allegations against Neil Gaiman: What you need to know
Lawsuits accuse the author of sexually abusing his former nanny in NZ.

Bestselling author shares insights on success, rivalry and new projects
David Baldacci talks death threats, censorship and why books should challenge readers.

Tales from the back road: Charms and ruts of the 'scenic' route from Hawke's Bay to Wairarapa
Simon Burt decided to take the road less travelled. He found a book to write.

‘Emphatically did not happen’: Neil Gaiman denies assault claims
'I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone.'

Who is Neil Gaiman – the author facing sexual assault allegations in NZ?
The new sexual assault allegations have halted film and TV adaptations.

'I can’t find the words': Horror author's ironic take on NY honour
'I’m supposed to be a wordsmith and just can’t get the words out.'

Surprise, surprise, the library books Kiwis borrowed the most this year were by Lee Child
Kiwis are devoted to the Jack Reacher author, and it shows in our borrowing behavior.

Family discover mum had a secret son – a famous league player
‘Mum had lived and died with this secret,’ says writer Mary Garden.

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.

Acclaimed author dies aged 74
Australian writer John Marsden, author of the Tomorrow series, has died.

How a nightmarish film trailer could make Rudyard Kipling a Gen Z hero
It is probably the scariest movie trailer you’ll hear this year.

Why Chelsea Winter’s Christmas will be different
The solo mum launches her new cookbook amid personal transformations and challenges.

Literary world shocked to learn of Cormac McCarthy's secret affair with teen
August Britt was 17 and the famed US writer was 43.

Taika 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.'

Top novels of 2024: From Percival Everett to a Sally Rooney gem
Telegraph: This year’s standout novels offer brains, fun, sex, God and more.

Deportation and life ban from the US inspires Kiwi artist's raw new book
Bella McGoldrick turned a 'rough and traumatic' experience into a book.

Bee on lookout for author and bug man at show
Rachel Weston’s new book Kiwi Bees Have Tiny Knees is causing a buzz.