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Why did the novel-reading man disappear?
New York Times: Men are leaving fiction reading behind. Some people want to change that.
80,000 books: Library service reaches schools, rest homes and young offenders
Some customers have been using the service for more than 20 years.
Prince Harry celebrated as 'the best' dad in Father's Day tribute
Meghan shared family moments on Instagram for Father’s Day.
Oprah shamed him. He’s back anyway
NYT: A Million Little Pieces became a global scandal – 20 years later, James Frey is back.
Celebrated New Zealand author Maurice Gee dies at 93
Maurice Gee wrote more than 30 novels for adults and children.
Book extract: Ian Foster on keeping his job as All Blacks coach
'There was not a lot of trust between us anymore. In fact ... there was zero trust.'
'Lost & found love story': Grandparents' wedding photo discovered
The library staff posted the photo on Facebook to find its owners.
'Real story coming': Unauthorised Ardern book – who’s behind it and who’s been interviewed
About 120 people, including ZB's Mike Hosking and Heather du Plessis-Allan, interviewed.
Tom Felton faces backlash for supporting J.K. Rowling at Tony Awards
The actor supported J.K. Rowling at the Tony Awards, sparking an online backlash.
'Legacy will entertain for years to come': Tributes flow for author Frederick Forsyth
His novel 'The Day of the Jackal' sold over 75 million copies worldwide.
'The Day of The Jackal' author Frederick Forsyth dies
His most famous book was written in just 35 days after falling on hard times.
Legally blind Kiwi writer's journey from archaeologist to bestselling author
Steffanie Holmes has published more than 40 books in the past decade.
Q&A: Ockham award-winner on her hometown, social media and making dreams happen
Rotorua-raised Ngāhuia Te Awekōtuku won the Non-Fiction Award for her memoir, Hine Toa.
Watch: How does Jacinda Ardern see her time as leader?
Her memoir, 'A Different Kind of Power', was released this week.
New details emerge on Harry and Meghan's naming of daughter Lilibet
They claimed the late Queen approved, but a source says she was told after.
Eclipse founder Debbs Murray: How coercive control shattered my world
Her memoir One Soul, One Survivor shares her experiences with abuse.
Tenor Chris McRae shares his favourite spots in Auckland
Every week we ask a well known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.
Seven lessons I’ve learned after 20 years of a destructive battle with food
Kiwi nutritionist Claire Turnbull shares lessons on healthier eating.
'I haven't got long to live': Miriam Margolyes on health struggles and fears
The actor had an aortic valve replaced in 2023 to avoid open heart surgery.
Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson dies at 79
He was diagnosed with a blood disease and early-stage Alzheimer’s.
'No respect': Bookstore hit by serial vandal targeting women's biographies
The vandal has ripped covers off books about high-profile Kiwi women.
10 years after viral cancer speech, Jake Bailey is ready for his next challenge
Bailey went viral in 2015 after giving a speech a week after a cancer diagnosis.
Many women 'just don't want to' have kids – these books don't blame them
Tackling the bad science and stubborn cultural norms behind motherhood myths.
The world’s best hotels for book lovers
Live out your literary dreams in these picture book locations.
Watch: Matilda Green's quirky reading habit that stunned her Bachelor hubby
Her Hits co-host Matty McLean was also surprised by Green's 'abnormal' reading style.
Auckland Writers Festival special: Carl Shuker's heartfelt glance into single parent life
We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.
Dr Libby on the one health fix 'that changes everything'
The biochemist talks to the Herald about NZ's iron problem and how we can address it now.