Books
The curious writing desk that sparked graphic novel
Even as a four-year-old, Di Morris felt drawn to the writing desk at her great-aunt Marjorie's house. Audio
Booksellers band together to endure strained economic times
Book sellers are banding together to get through the enduring economic downturn. Audio
Book review: There are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak
Erin Helliwell of Bookety Book Books reviews There are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak published by Penguin Random House. Audio
Kiwi illustrator's love letter to television
Alex Scott is an illustrator and editor who spent nine years as a cartoonist at the New Zealand Listener. Her new graphic novel, Episodes, is inspired by days spent in front of the TV as a kid. Audio
Book Critic: recommended mysteries for tweens
Catherine Ross gives her mystery novel recommendations for the 10 to 15 plus crowd. Audio
The story of the Birkenhead Foodtown Robbery
"The Heist - The Birkenhead Foodtown Robbery" is the story of what happened when armed robbers held up an Amour Guard truck outside Foodtown in Auckland's Birkenhead. Audio
Salman Rushdie announces first fiction work after stabbing
A gruesome knife attack left Salman Rushdie with one eye. He spoke about how living close to death is influencing his new work.
What does a Death Doula do?
Birth doulas, who support mothers to be physically and emotionally throughout pregnancy and childbirth are fairly common, but what about death doulas? Audio
Fine dining's not so fine culture - Ben Shewry
Acclaimed Melbourne chef, Ben Shewry calls out toxic hospitality culture and denounces the 'incredibly problematic' restaurant awards system that helped make his own restaurant famous. Audio
Book review:What Feelings Like Best by Tina Oziewicz
Lisa Adler of Unity Books Wellington reviews What Feelings Like Best by Tina Oziewicz published by Puskin Children's Audio
Lilliput Libraries: The little libraries packing a big punch
For nine years now, these small, painted wooden cabinets have been popping up on street corners where people can borrow and donate books for others for free. Audio
Review: This is the F#$%ing News
'Paddy' Gower is most impressive in this memoir when he's most vulnerable, David Hill writes.
Mark Manson
Author of “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck” Mark Manson, talks to Guyon about the potential upsides of AI therapy and the reasons so many Americans idolise Trump. Plus, he reveals how his life… Video, Audio
Book review: Brotherless Night by V. V. Ganeshananthan
Laura Caygill reviews Brotherless Night by V. V. Ganeshananthan published by Penguin Books. Audio
Former NSW police chief on the mental toll of high-stakes jobs
Craig Semple spent nearly twenty five years investigating some of the worst crimes imaginable. Audio
Book review: Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner
Melanie O'Loughlin of Lamplight Books in Auckland reviews Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner published by Jonathan Cape. Audio
Rose Carlyle on her gripping new thriller that shines a light on illegal adoption
One minute Eve Sylvester is beside her new boyfriend in a car... the next, a deadly car wreck turns her life upside down. Audio
NZ author 'thrilled' over UK publisher bidding war
Best-selling Kiwi author Catherine Chidgey is "pinching" herself after a UK bidding war over her latest novel. Audio
Chelsea Winter returns with 'Tasty' cookbook for 'every style of eater'
Have you tried banana blossom or whipped chickpea liquid? Chelsea Winter reckons they can make for "heavenly" dishes. Audio
