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Oprah shamed him. He’s back anyway

NYT: A Million Little Pieces became a global scandal – 20 years later, James Frey is back.

Celebrated New Zealand author Maurice Gee dies at 93

Maurice Gee wrote more than 30 novels for adults and children.

Book extract: Ian Foster on keeping his job as All Blacks coach

'There was not a lot of trust between us anymore. In fact ... there was zero trust.'

'Lost & found love story': Grandparents' wedding photo discovered

The library staff posted the photo on Facebook to find its owners.

'Real story coming': Unauthorised Ardern book – who’s behind it and who’s been interviewed

About 120 people, including ZB's Mike Hosking and Heather du Plessis-Allan, interviewed.

Tom Felton faces backlash for supporting J.K. Rowling at Tony Awards

The actor supported J.K. Rowling at the Tony Awards, sparking an online backlash.

'Legacy will entertain for years to come': Tributes flow for author Frederick Forsyth

His novel 'The Day of the Jackal' sold over 75 million copies worldwide.

'The Day of The Jackal' author Frederick Forsyth dies

His most famous book was written in just 35 days after falling on hard times.

Legally blind Kiwi writer's journey from archaeologist to bestselling author

Steffanie Holmes has published more than 40 books in the past decade.

'No respect': Bookstore hit by serial vandal targeting women's biographies

The vandal has ripped covers off books about high-profile Kiwi women.

10 years after viral cancer speech, Jake Bailey is ready for his next challenge

Bailey went viral in 2015 after giving a speech a week after a cancer diagnosis.

Many women 'just don't want to' have kids – these books don't blame them

Tackling the bad science and stubborn cultural norms behind motherhood myths.

The world’s best hotels for book lovers

Live out your literary dreams in these picture book locations.

Watch: Matilda Green's quirky reading habit that stunned her Bachelor hubby

Her Hits co-host Matty McLean was also surprised by Green's 'abnormal' reading style.

Auckland Writers Festival special: Carl Shuker's heartfelt glance into single parent life

We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.

Dr Libby on the one health fix 'that changes everything'

The biochemist talks to the Herald about NZ's iron problem and how we can address it now.

Auckland Writers Festival special: A sneak peek at Dervla McTiernan's gripping new novel

We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.

Auckland Writers Festival special: Duncan Sarkies writes about democracy ... and alpacas

We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.