‘State-house boy from Naenae’ to property magnate: Sir Bob Jones' colourful, controversial life
He didn’t suffer fools, loved boxing, smoked a pipe and liked to buy buildings on corners.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromBooks
Sisterhood of Ill Repute: Amanda Knox on how meeting Monica Lewinsky helped her move on from shame
An exclusive extract from Knox's second memoir, Free: My Search for Meaning.
Decades after her death, Princess Diana is still larger than life
The Princess of Wales remains a cultural force 25 years after her death.
'A fresh adventure': New Gruffalo book to hit stands for first time in two decades
The book is set for a 2026 release.
'Raw and unfiltered:' Jenny-May Clarkson's emotional life story
TVNZ's Jenny-May Clarkson admits to suffering from self-doubt in her book Full Circle.
'Each one had their own story': Author explores WWII experiences
'Don’t know what you don’t know until you go digging': Dannevirke man's historic journey.
'I want their story known': Author on a mission to tell story of NZ Land Girls
Lynda Taylor's book details the story of land girls and depicts life in World War II
10 rules for a long and happy life (from a joyful 85-year-old)
New York Times: These tips apply at any age, writes Roger Rosenblatt.
Meet the women suspected of murder in Agatha Christie's most famous whodunnit
Behind the scenes at one of the fastest-selling theatre shows in Auckland's history.
Ali Mau: Sexual harm 'the last big taboo subject in our society'
The former broadcaster has shared her experiences in her new memoir.
Succession star Harriet Walter on playing ‘abominable mothers’ and where Shakespeare went wrong
'I feel rather a traitor because my own mother was so wonderful.'
Acclaimed Kiwi author's US book tour halted amid fears of political backlash
Teachers fear Kim's books could spark a backlash in the present political environment.
‘All careers end in failure’: Finance guru on how to retire comfortably
Financial expert Martin Hawes on three big mistakes people make planning for retirement.
International show The Gruffalo Live on Stage coming
What's a Gruffalo? Why, didn't you know?
Fight for survival: NZ writer battles funding cuts to secure residency
The Randell Cottage Trust needs $16,500 to cover the financial shortfall.
Legal legends: How two intellectual giants continue to shape NZ
Sir Geoffrey Palmer told the Herald he deplores the way in which legislation is now made.
New home needed for Whangārei’s Zonta Great NZ Book Sale
A new venue is needed so Whangārei's Zonta Great NZ Book Sale can hold its 31st chapter.
Is listening to a book cheating?
There are still plenty of people who believe listening to a book is lazy.
Unmasking a monster: Ali Mau reveals childhood sex abuse in candid new memoir
‘The shame doesn’t sit with us.’
From courtroom to crime thriller: Ex Auckland lawyer Rachel Paris' debut novel has Hollywood's attention
"Where there is extreme wealth, there is usually also extreme power."
Chelsea Handler at 50: Still hustling and dreaming of margaritas
New York Times: The comedian dishes on life lessons and breakups.
Art of popular children’s book illustrator highlighted in new exhibition
“He wanted to be an artist on his own terms”
Notorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guard
Dean Wickliffe started his hunger strike on March 10, seeking dignity and fair treatment.
Julia Donaldson: J.K. Rowling? I am the bestselling author in the UK
Times: The Gruffalo author talks about life after losing her husband.
Rachael King's punk rock post script
The Christchurch author's new novel stars a mystery-solving primary school girls’ punk rock band. Video / Rachel King
Punk rock and ADHD: Rachael King’s new children’s book is personal and musical
The Christchurch author has a new book - and a new song (sort of).
Meta blocks further sales of Kiwi’s scathing memoir
New York Times: The Kiwi's memoir alleges bad behaviour at the top of the company.
Kiwi Facebook insider’s exposé alleges bad behaviour at the top
NY Times: Kiwi's memoir offers inside account of a company run by 'self-absorbed leaders'.
Dame Jacinda Ardern announces children's book
The illustrated book was inspired by Ardern's time parenting while Prime Minister of New Zealand.
‘Mum’s busy work’: Jacinda Ardern writes children’s book about parenting while PM
The former Prime Minister says the book is based on things her daughter Neve has told her.
Calling Kiwi bookworms: Auckland Writers Festival has unveiled its 2025 programme
Colm Tóibín, Harriet Walter and Ngāhuia te Awekōtuku and more luminaries confirmed.
250 years of Jane Austen: 6 places in the UK to celebrate the novelist
The perfect excuse to visit England, celebrations have already begun across the country.
Dick Frizzell’s new memoir: ‘A little memory, a little licence and a lot of humour’
The 82-year-old painter contemplates beginnings, endings and what, exactly, is the truth.