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Dame Jacinda Ardern announces children's book

The illustrated book was inspired by Ardern's time parenting while Prime Minister of New Zealand.

‘Mum’s busy work’: Jacinda Ardern writes children’s book about parenting while PM

The former Prime Minister says the book is based on things her daughter Neve has told her.

Calling Kiwi bookworms: Auckland Writers Festival has unveiled its 2025 programme

Colm Tóibín, Harriet Walter and Ngāhuia te Awekōtuku and more luminaries confirmed.

250 years of Jane Austen: 6 places in the UK to celebrate the novelist

The perfect excuse to visit England, celebrations have already begun across the country.

Dick Frizzell’s new memoir: ‘A little memory, a little licence and a lot of humour’

The 82-year-old painter contemplates beginnings, endings and what, exactly, is the truth.

A Boy’s Own Adventure - Dick Frizzell on his new memoir

Featuring stories from Frizzell's childhood Hastings, the book is released March 13.

‘Fascinating collection’: Ockham NZ Book Awards 2025 finalists revealed

Big names and newcomers are among the finalists for the upcoming Ockham awards.

Malcolm Gladwell’s new ‘Tipping Point’ book has been panned. Does he care?

Times: To some the best-selling writer is a genius, to others he's a showman.

The rise of eco-terrorism: How far would you go to save the planet?

A new Kiwi novel asks if taking direct action is more ethical than doing nothing at all.

Sex, politics, money and men: What Italy’s porn star politician did next

Times: She's an adult film star who was elected to parliament. Now she's written a memoir.

‘Dream item’: Rare Harry Potter book fetches $5000 in Kiwi auction

A bid from overseas has nabbed a first-edition Harry Potter book being sold in Auckland.

Billionaires and man dildos: Ben Elton on the concept of 'Authentic Stupidity'

Elton makes his long-awaited NZ return in April and May this year.

Miriama Kamo on life after Sunday and what’s next

The beloved broadcaster has found a new passion to champion.

What to expect from new Britney Spears biography

'Waiting for Britney Spears: A True Story, Allegedly' will hit shelves on June 10.

The allegations against Neil Gaiman: What you need to know

Lawsuits accuse the author of sexually abusing his former nanny in NZ.

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s bewildering brawl, explained

What started as on-set tension has spiralled into lawsuits, leaked footage, and a trial.

Flying high: Taupō stars in new book showcasing unique McDonald’s restaurants

New York Times: New book showcases unusual McDonald's locations - including one in NZ.

How young is too young to read spicy romance books?

OPINION: 'It was an introduction to the private life of adults but drunk from a firehose'.