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Writers at war over Charlie Hebdo award
A bitter row has erupted among top writers over the decision to award a top prize for freedom to Charlie Hebdo.
Sponsorship dries up for literary events
Organisers fear for the future of some of the country's literary events as the commercial sponsorship dollar gets smaller for traditional books.
'Bad for bookshops, bad for Auckland'
The owner of Auckland CBD’s last remaining independent book retailer is mourning Whitcoull’s down-sizing.
Your Views: Whitcoulls closing Queen St branch
Whitcoulls is leaving its iconic Queen St shop so that Farmers can return to Auckland's CBD. Here is the latest selection of Your Views on the upcoming closure.
The new Fifty Shades trailer
With the release date of the sequel to Fifty Shades Of Grey confirmed, fans have been given a sneak peek at what's in store in the next installment.
The sex scandal earl who inspired Mr Darcy
‘Intense’ aristocrat who was married to Jane Austen’s friend is the real-life character behind Pride and Prejudice hero, claims historian.
Twelve Questions: Nalini Singh
Kiwi author Nalini Singh has sold more than six million books in 20 languages, making the New York Times bestseller list 25 times. She talks to Jennifer Dann.
Books: A plot you couldn't make up
From all the hoo-ha over The Interview - a lowbrow farce lampooning Kim Jong-un, which led to the extraordinary cyber-attack on Sony Pictures - you might derive the casual impression that North Korea's notoriously repressive ruling body is anti-cinema.
Peter Bromhead: Cosmic irony
When a young lady approached me at a gallery opening and whispered in my ear, "I love reading your columns.
'Hipster spinsters' redefining single life
In a new book, American cultural critic Kate Bolick argues that spinsterhood is an enviable state. Laura Freeman reports.
New chapter for Kiwi heroes of Gallipoli
When Richard Stowers published his first book about the Gallipoli campaign in 2005 he knew he had more to say.
Old, stroppy and proud
From paleo princesses to PowerPoint psychopaths, Kiwi women reveal what gets on their nerves.
10 ways to a liveable Auckland
Don’t panic, Auckland can be fixed. Greg Dixon talks to the author of a new book on New Zealand urban design about the 10 things we need to do to make it truly liveable.
Books: From the Fringe into the fold
Stephen Jewell talks to reporter, critic and former stand-up comedian Natalie Haynes about her debut novel, set in Edinburgh, a city she knows so well
Books: Murder most foul in Paris
The themes of murders in Paris, religious fundamentalism and a threat to multiculturalism might seem all too topical after recent grim events in the French capital.
'Stupid me': Author's online blunder
Booker Prize-winning author Salman Rushdie says he was 'only fooling around' when he rated To Kill a Mockingbird 3/10 on a public forum he believed was private.
Colouring books are gaining popularity among adults
The No. 1 and No. 2 best-selling books on Amazon right now are colouring books for adults.
Classics that fail public taste test
For younger readers, Sambo's story may need some introduction, writes Peter Calder. Published in 1899, it was the first book of Edinburgh-born Helen Bannerman, who spent much of her life in southern India.
Books: Tale leaves trail of unanswered questions
Is it a good book that leaves you wanting to know more?
How reading helped heal my anorexia
Lavish descriptions of food saved Laura Freeman from anorexia. But, even at Easter, she still denies herself one treat.
Sister act launch book
If there is one thing Karena and Kasey Bird aren't afraid of it is a challenge.
Triple taste tease (+recipes)
We are so happy to be able to share these recipes from our new cookbook For the Love Of … which is available from next Saturday.
Books: In the mood for danger
Bridget van der Zijpp’s new novel explores the fleeting, dangerous side of fame.