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X-rated files: From aliens to Bigfoot, Gillian Anderson’s book details women’s fantasies

'Writing it down it felt dirtier than it was in my mind'.

Coromandel athletes feature in 2kg 'homage to surf culture'

Unbound Vol 1 weaves together pictures and interviews with NZ surfers.

Queen joked about Boris before death: 'At least I won’t have that idiot organising my funeral'

An author alleges she made the comment after accepting Boris Johnson’s resignation.

Jamie Oliver pulls children's book after criticism for 'stereotyping' indigenous Australians

The publisher has conceded that 'our publishing standards fell short on this occasion'.

Ask Rachel: I feel like I’ve missed out on adventurous sex. Is everyone having fun in bed?

Telegraph: Erotic fiction can set unrealistic expectations for real-life relationships.

'It’s pretty special': Community bands together to publish 13-year-old's Cyclone Gabrielle picture book

The book was published with support from her teachers, Hastings' Mayor, and her community.

Kiwi Christmas Books wants Northlanders to donate new books for region's kids

The charity has three Northland stores collecting books this festive season.

The woman behind steamy TV show 'Rivals' – and how I talked my way into her house

OPINION: A memorable encounter with the queen of bonkbusters, Jilly Cooper.

She was diagnosed with brain cancer, then wrote a rom-com about it

NYT: Author packs love, laughter and a harrowing real-life health ordeal into new book.

Society Insider: Sailor's new girlfriend; billionaire's Waiheke plans; Taika's health 'elitism'

Blair Tuke is off the market as his rich-list girlfriend joined his Barcelona cheer squad.

Carrington in Rotorua for Kupu Māori Writer’s Festival

Forty distinguished authors, scholars, and writers from across Aotearoa will attend.

South Korea Han Kang’s Nobel Prize for literature a first for country

Author Han Kang is at her peak — with her ‘magnum opus’ arriving in January.

Real talk with Bree Tomasel

The ZM and Celebrity Treasure Island host talks about shocking her mum on social media and why writing her book was like getting gonorrhea. Video / Michael Craig

Secret Auckland: A poet's tour of Tāmaki Makaurau

Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

Independent bookstores celebrating despite tough retail environment

Aotearoa New Zealand Bookshop Day recognises the pivotal community role of bookstores.

How much does it cost to hire a hitman? About the same as having an IVF baby

A new book looks at the dollar value placed on human life - and who gets to decide.