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Saving the planet, one ingredient at a time
Kiwi-born Melbourne-based chef Ben Shewry, author of a new cookbook, impresses with his food philosophy.
Dickens vs Shakespeare: A tale of two writers
Actor-cum-writer Simon Callow tells Stephen Jewell about his fascination with two very different famous literary icons — and how they share one crucial trait.
Pippa's festive book flops
Pippa Middleton begins the introduction to Celebrate, her new collection of home entertaining tips, by saying she is "by nature an optimist".
Standing in Another Man's Grave
Scottish crime writer Ian Rankin tells Stephen Jewell how he was able to revive the career of his popular hero, who’s still looking for the nearest pub.
Bridget Jones set to return in new novel
The chardonnay-swilling, journal-writing Bridget Jones is to return in a third novel next year, her creator Helen Fielding has announced.
In the grips of intimacy
Pacey thriller takes you on a wild ride, discovers Nicky Pellegrino.
Happy trip down memory lane
Some of the country's best-known people have shared their favourite places and fondest memories in a new book.
Bob Parker: My earthquake story
Christchurch mayor Bob Parker doesn't pull any punches in a personal account of the earthquakes that rocked his city.
What happens when a comedian hops on a bike?
They’re a passionate bunch, cyclists. None more so than producer and comedian Jon Bridges, who’s even written a book about cycling. Suzanne McFadden meets him to get the wheel story.
Souffle-light story that's just delicious
Nicky Pellegrino is amused by Mrs Windsor's rail ride to Scotland.