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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
Opinion: The Crown's thirst for Māori land was nothing more than brutal home invasions – Rob Campbell
OPINION: The book by Vincent O'Malley is not to be missed.
Donald Trump's niece has written another book. He's not going to like it
Mary Trump offers vivid new details about her family's deep dysfunction.
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.
‘I have been researching death for 30 years. I am now convinced it is reversible’
Telegraph: Doctor believes it's not as permanent as we’ve been led to believe.
What new biography reveals about Queen Elizabeth II
REVIEW: Craig Brown's funny, fact-filled biography of the late monarch.
BookTok: 'Worst nightmare' TikTok trend
OPINION: 'These people are promoting books as a lifestyle'.
Review: Poet Ian Rockel’s new work is a ‘cosmic revelation’
Review: An octogenarian poet confronts war, love, sea creatures and mortality.
Booklovers share their favourite books
Looking for something new to read? Experts share what's caught their eye recently.
Princess Kate never claimed to be perfect – this biography is ridiculous
OPINION: Book is exaggerated, embarrassingly written, and devoid of insight into Kate.
Five things I’ve learned about life and death from cultures around the world - Anita Isalska
OPINION: Researching a book led to revelations about living a fuller life.
The 20 best new crime thrillers to read this year
From Coben to Coles... we pick 20 criminally good new thrillers.
Everest Inc. author on the fall of Kiwi guiding and the mountain's biggest myth
Superhuman achievement or package holiday on a rope?
Tā Pou Temara wins first Māori language book honour at Ockham Book Awards
Te Rautakitahi o Tūhoe ki Ōrākau is a history from a Māori lens.
Watch: 2024 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards
The past year proved to be New Zealand's strongest ever for book publishing.
Can you judge a book by the cover?
The surprising back stories to the covers on the country's biggest reads. Video / Michael Craig
2023 in books: Protests, bans and the rise of AI helped shape the story of publishing
Unpacking the significant changes to the industry and beyond in 2023.
Review: Britney's memoir is the most sickening tale in modern pop
She accuses a litany of men of mistreating her, an industry of profiting from her loss.
Book review: Millie Bobby Brown’s debut novel, Nineteen Steps
Review: The star's debut novel delves into themes of overcoming tragedy.
Bella's Books - the melting kiss for Canvas
Wellington teenager Bella Fraei reviews Millie Bobby Brown's debut book Nineteen Steps. Video / Canvas
'Savage': The rugby book review that's turned sour; TV editor's debate plan; MediaWorks to reveal finances
Top ad boss on awards, pitches; NZME lures Stuff exec; Farewell to a journalism giant.
After solo travel inspiration? These 5 books should top your list
Kindle your solo travel journey with these wanderlust-filled reads.
Canvas: Bella's Books: The Other Brother
Wellington teenager Bella Fraei reviews The Other Brother by Jax Calder. Video / Canvas
'She's the real deal isn't she': verdict on Catherine Chidgey's 'Pet'
'A skilfully written and chilling book, Chidgey is indeed the real deal.'
Joe Bennett: My favourite work from late novelist Martin Amis
Columnist Joe Bennett on the best work of late novelist Martin Amis.