The security consultant for a New Zealand bank was the inspiration for a main character in a new novel.

The vibrant underbelly of Auckland in the 1940s provides fabric for a new novel, finds Nicky Pellegrino.

TV presenter Shannon Ryan is host of C4's The Official NZ Top 40.

An author helps people come to grips with the complex road to success in the 21st century. reports Margie Elley-Brown

Young writer comes up trumps with local hero.

Alan Perrott talks to Peter Macky, a man on a mission to further debate on the Auckland's architectural image through his new book.

James Lee Burke talks to Craig Sisterson about artistry in crime writing, speaking for those with no voice and the central issue of modern times.

Win one of five copies of the book Saving Amy, by watching My Daughter Amy this Sunday night.

Superman star Christopher Reeve had a passionate affair with gay porn star Cal Culver, claims a new book.

Peta Mathias is a broadcaster, writer and cook whose new TV series Peta Unplugged In Marrakech starts on Prime on Tuesday.

Allison Pearson's teenage infatuation with 70s heart-throb David Cassidy proved to be great fodder for her second novel.

Brendon McCullum wants to bring his aggressive batting style to the top of the NZ order, saying "I wouldn't play conventionally".