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‘They’re all like Reacher’: Alan Ritchson on how NZ men compare to famous character
Fantasy or fortitude? Understanding the obsession with Lee Child’s creation.

Prop to publisher: Former rep rugby captain’s journey to writing kids' books
Writing heartfelt children's books is a new passion for the former rugby hardman.

How to bring order to chaos in your home
New York Times: Professional organisers share their favourite helpful books.

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.

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'.

‘No longer publishing’: Gaiman dropped after sex assault claims
Dark Horse Comics cancelled projects with the fantasy writer amid the accusations.

‘Prince Andrew? Maybe he’s the weakest link’: Former MI5 boss on the risk of Chinese spies
Times: MI5's first female director on royals, politicians and Chinese spies.

‘I’ve written about things I haven’t shared before': Former PM Ardern reveals book release
Ardern was expected to get an advance from $1m to $1.5m for the rights in Australasia.

Do antidepressants work? This British professor says they don’t
Times: Joanna Moncrieff says patients have been duped by big pharma and insecure doctors.

Bestselling author shares insights on success, rivalry and new projects
David Baldacci talks death threats, censorship and why books should challenge readers.

Why Mel Robbins' simple mantra is resonating with millions
New York Times: Self-help phenom’s new book is all about letting others do as they may.

Tales from the back road: Charms and ruts of the 'scenic' route from Hawke's Bay to Wairarapa
Simon Burt decided to take the road less travelled. He found a book to write.

Hot midlife summer: The over-50s are having a moment
New York Times: Pop culture is finally warming up to the sex lives of older women.

A new kind of wellness retreat has arrived in NZ
There are thousands in the UK and US but Kiwis can now give it a try.

‘Cause injury to the public good’: Auckland’s 29 restricted library books you may need an ID to borrow
Bret Easton Ellis and Linda Lovelace are some of the authors subject to restrictions.

Who is Neil Gaiman – the author facing sexual assault allegations in NZ?
The new sexual assault allegations have halted film and TV adaptations.