Book Releases

Feminists Don’t Wear Pink and Other Lies is a collection of writing from extraordinary women, from Hollywood actresses to teenage activists, each telling the story of her personal relationship with feminism. Often funny, sometimes surprising, and always inspiring, this book aims to bridge the gap between the feminist hashtag and

A nautical history of the world Fifty Ships that Changed the Course of History is more than just a delight for lovers of the sea—it’s a virtual history of the world told through the boats and ships that influenced how and where people lived, with whom they traded, the ideas

A playful look-and-find story about creatures and their homes, from Lynley Dodd, creator of Hairy Maclary and Friends Children will love searching for the creatures camouflaged in the jungle in this classic rhyming story from beloved author Lynley Dodd. Deep in the jungle, cool and green, find me a tiger,

Follow the fortunes of two families – their triumphs and disasters, losses and discoveries – in this enthralling novel by a bestselling author. A family boards a ship bound for New Zealand. What will they find there? Tests lie ahead – war, earthquakes, protest marches, brushes with death. And so

Europeans had no idea what they would find when they first set eyes on Aotearoa. First Encounters selects some of the key writings from these  early traders, missionaries, explorers and surveyors — covering nearly 200 years from Abel Tasman in 1642 and Joseph Banks in 1769, through to early settlers such

From The Sunday Times Bestselling Author 100 Desserts using just one tin Social media sensation Fitwaffle (7 million followers), author of the bestselling Baking It Easy, makes quick and easy cakes, cookies, brownies and cheesecakes using just one tin. Star baker Fitwaffle (7 million followers) brings you 100 easy bakes

Richard Wolfe eloquently summarises this book’s scope in his Introduction: For upwards of 800 years, humans have made New Zealand their home, modifying the landscape to suit their needs. Although there can be no going back to the land’s original pristine condition, an awareness of the history of these changes

An essential guide to foraging in New Zealand. New Zealand is full of incredible, edible wild foods — fruit, fungi and seaweed; berries, herbs and more — you only need to know where to look and how to do it safely. Foraging New Zealand is the ultimate guide to unearthing

50 Moments that Formed the Country Aotearoa New Zealand’s story can be told through the key documents and landmarks that have moved the country towards what it is today. From the earliest markers of territory, through the items of constitutional development, to the international agreements that set our place in

The paperback edition of the liberating Sunday Times bestseller is set to enhance readers’ lives even further with extra content on how we can all spend our four thousand weeks. The average human lifespan is absurdly, outrageously, insultingly brief: if you live to 80, you have about four thousand weeks

Heartland Italian cooking from a much-loved South Island group of restaurants. Francesca’s Italian Kitchen is a popular South Island restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine. This cookbook presents Francesca’s popular pasta, pizza and traditional Italian dishes and desserts adapted for the home kitchen and using local NZ ingredients. Co-owner Francesca Voza

A stand-out new family novel from the critically acclaimed, Booker-prize shortlisted author of A Spool of Blue Thread The major new novel from the beloved prize-winning author — a brilliantly perceptive, painfully true and funny journey deep into one family’s foibles, from the 1950s right up to the changed world

Bernard Freyberg was a legend while alive and is an iconic figure today, commemorated in the naming of schools, squares and swimming pools across the country. But how much do we really know of the man behind the myth? And what enabled a humble immigrant child in Wellington to become

James Patterson’s bestselling Middle School series is now a major motion picture! Catch up with everyone’s favorite troublemaker, Rafe Khatchadorian, when he gets lost in London on the worst field trip EVER! After a mostly-successful stint at Hills Village Middle School, Rafe is excited to visit the incredible city of

Enthralling tales from New Zealand pilots – both men and women – who fly a variety of aircraft around the world in a range of situations, from the domestic to the heart-stopping. Aviation safety expert and keen pilot Fletcher McKenzie has interviewed 23 Kiwi pilots who have worked around the

The next instalment in a pulse-pounding new series set in the Sunday Times bestselling world of Pittacus Lore’s I Am Number Four. After I Am Number Four came Generation One . . . It’s a year since John Smith and the Lorien Garde helped defeat the Mogadorian invasion of Earth.

 The complete introduction to finding, identifying and using mushrooms and other fungi in New Zealand Enter and explore the fascinating world of fungi. In this practical and up-to-date guide, forager and fungus enthusiast Liv Sisson shares her top tips and takes the reader on a journey to discover the unique

Big History professor and bestselling author of Origin Story tells you everything you need to know about the future in this ambitious, interdisciplinary book. Every second of our lives – whether we’re looking both ways before crossing the street, celebrating the birth of a baby, or moving to a new

Gaming-mad Max and his prankster brother are forced to work together to survive epic adventures on a miniscule scale in this ripping new story for reluctant readers. Rebellious Liam starts playing ‘Shrinkle’ on his babysitter’s phone, the app shrinks Liam and his brother Max to the size of a minifigure!

When Max’s rebellious younger brother Liam starts playing ‘Glitched’ on Miss McBoob’s phone, the app transports the two brothers through time to different versions of their home town. To return to their own time, Max and Liam must dodge many historical dangers and photograph some historical artefacts — before the

Gaming-obsessed brothers Max and Liam are back, and they’re in for another adventure of CATASTROPHIC proportions. It all goes wrong when a rogue app transforms them from human boys into fleas, and it only gets worse from there. The speed a cheetah can run and the acidity of pigeon poo

The remarkable lizards of Aotearoa This is the first book to tell stories about the lizards of Aotearoa New Zealand, how and where they live, and how they breed. But crucially, this book is a fascinating insight into the myriad conservation efforts that are ongoing in New Zealand, for our

This book has so many ideas to get your body moving and your brain inventing, you’ll be out the door and off on adventures before you know it! From the author of the award-winning Beginner’s Guide to Hunting and Fishing in New Zealand, Get Outdoors is full of fun ideas

Far away in the middle of the sea there is an island shaped like a giraffe. Nine-year-old Vega lives there with her father and grandfather—a gardener and former ringmaster. Their shed—the Paraphenalium—is filled with every possible thing you didn’t know you needed. Vega’s bathroom is home to a gray bear

50 Women Who changed The World All over the world, female decision-makers, go-getters, and trail blazers inspire with their actions, influence with their words and get stuff done! From fierce pirate leaders, warrior queens and spies, to pioneering mountaineers, conservationists and scientists, Girls Rule explores 50 phenomenal females whose accomplishments

On a cool autumn day in 1948, Victoria Nash delivers late-season peaches from her family’s farm set amid the wild beauty of Colorado, then heads into the village. As she nears an intersection, a dishevelled stranger stops to ask her the way. How she chooses to answer will unknowingly alter

GO GIRL is a collection of true stories about New Zealand women who have done extraordinary things. They strove for their goals. They weren’t afraid to step up or speak out. They blazed a trail for others to follow. This book was written to show that YOU can join them!

Illustrated by Ross Hamilton. An adorable story full of humour, endearing characters and the timeless moral of the importance of being kind to others. Containing distinctly Kiwi references and imagery displayed in a simple rhyming text with lively expressive illustrations this picture-book will appeal to both children and adults, making

You don’t choose a time and place to fall in love. Fate always chooses for you. Ronnie is out of her comfort Zone. American pilot, Joseph Hunter Jr, is on his second tour of duty. Can Ronnie and Joe navigate the constant dangers of living and working in a war

With warm and friendly text in both Samoan and English, and with rich cultural content, it is an excellent learning resource for the home and for schools. Reading Age: 12 months to 8 years RRP: Board Book NZ$19.99 Published by Te Papa Press

Uplifting life lessons from one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known… through the eyes of the grandson whose life he changed forever. ‘You empower yourself and then you reach out to others.’ Nelson Mandela In his book Going to the Mountain, Ndaba Mandela shares the story of

Golden Eyes is a yellow-eyed penguin/hoiho who lives at the bottom of the South Island of New Zealand. He makes his nest in the bushes at the base of a cliff. Every morning, Golden Eyes waddles down to the beach to fish for food. Golden Eyes is shy and prefers

Meet Goose, a passionate artist who wants to create a PERFECT portrait and win the village art competition. But after a whole week of painting Puffin and friends, Goose is all aflutter. Is an artist’s work EVER good enough? Goose strives to win an art award in this endearing tale

by Heather Haylock & Lael Chisholm (illustrator) Granny McFlitter, the champion . . . bull fighter? Our favourite champion knitter, is back! And this time, it’s to save the A&P Show. Can Granny outwit – or should we say outknit – a rampaging bull? “Ole!” Granny cried, as the cape

Based on true events, a lively picture book about a sprightly granny who knits warm jumpers for little blue penguins after the oil spill following the wrecking of the Rena, with illustrations by the winner of the Storylines Gavin Bishop Award. Granny McFlitter’s family have had enough of her knitting;

Hold on to your bonnets – can champion knitter Granny McFlitter rescue the Easter Parade in the knit of time? A fabulously crafty story that buzzes with fun and hot cross buns. Champion knitter Granny McFlitter will have you in stitches with this very special Easter story by Heather Haylock

Fast-knitting Granny McFlitter is CRAFTIER THAN EVER in this very special Christmas story by Heather Haylock and Lael Chisholm. Granny McFlitter is back to save Christmas at the zoo, one lightning-quick stitch at a time! ‘Twas the night before Christmas and down at the zoo, the keepers were ready; the

How are Hairy Maclary, Scarface Claw, Zachary Quack and all their friends feeling? This delightful board book is designed to help little ones identify and express their emotions. Lift the flaps and learn about feelings with the help of rascally Hairy Maclary and all his rollicking friends! Happy or sad?

Meet Hairy Maclary and his rollicking gang in this delightful board book with tabs! Who is covered in spots? Who has a low tum? And who is the roughest and toughest of all? A tabbed board book all about rascally Hairy Maclary and his canine friends! Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s

Meet Hairy Maclary and all the gang and explore his world in this delightful colouring book with 64 pages to colour! Explore the world of Hairy Maclary and his friends with 64 pages of rollicking, frolicking colouring fun! Hairy Maclary is always looking for mischief! Join the raggedy rascal and