This fishing fleet has nothing to do with cod or snapper. It’s a witty, whimsical account of the boatloads of British belles, who, from the mid-18th century to the mid-20th century, were shipped out to India to marry English males.

Compare these two statements. "If the foreign forces are ready to leave our country ... then we can help them. But if they insist on continuing the war, we don't have any other way than fighting." An Afghan warlord, speaking in 2009.

Self-scrutinising fictional heroines could be bad for your health.

Whitney Houston's daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown has slammed her grandma's tell-all book about her late mother and vowed never to read the tome.

American author David Roberts is seeking to resurrect the achievements of a much lesser known explorer, Sir Douglas Mawson.

The premise of New Finnish Grammar is inspired: a wounded soldier is found by a German crew on the quay at Trieste in September, 1943. He has no identification on him, no memory whatsoever and, crucially, no language.

Peta Mathias may wear a medal on her chest but the vibrant author, chef and television presenter still doesn't cast a shadow on her mum.

An investiture ceremony for author, chef and television presenter Peta Mathias will be held at Government House in Auckland today.

They installed a new self-checkout machine at my local library. It happened in October but I noticed it only a few weeks ago.

Kiwi tennis fans will be able to meet one of the sport's greatest players - Andre Agassi - in Auckland tomorrow.

Jessica Alba can add writer to her resume after penning a book offering parenting, life and style advice to help promote "honest living'' among her fans.

Steve Braunias' collection of travel essays on 'places no one went to' is pure gold.

If you really want to know about Epicurus, this isn't the book.

The Book Depository has apologised to its New Zealand customers for "unacceptable" delays that saw many receive orders only days before Christmas.

The book that had 1990s women playing it cool has a new look. Look out, boys, says Harriet Walker

Recipes from around the world never fail to entrance, whether you are a keen home cook or prefer to pore over the beautiful photos.