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Kōrerotia te reo Māori

Our top picks for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2025

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Jamie Oliver’s first healthy-eating cookbook

Looking after yourself begins with food, and this book is the perfect place to start. With 120 easy, mouthwatering recipes inside, Eat Yourself Healthy is all about what you can have – not what you can’t.

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Symbologist Robert Langdon is back in this thrilling and long-awaited novel, this time pitting his wits against a conspiracy which will test even his considerable brainpower and take him to the edge of losing all that he holds dear…

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A Māori guidebook of the mind

From the best-selling author of Aroha, comes a unique exploration of how to think about thinking, rooted in the wisdom of Māori culture.

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A masterpiece from Ian McEwan

The year is 2119 when Tom Metcalfe, a scholar at the University of the South Downs, pores over the archives of the early twenty-first century, captivated by the freedoms and possibilities of human life at its zenith. When he stumbles across a clue that may lead to a lost poem, revelations of brutal crime emerge, destroying his assumptions about a story he thought he knew.

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A field guide to the introduced edible wild plants of New Zealand

From miner’s lettuce to watercress, taro to acorns, this go-to, illustrated handbook offers tips on how to confidently identify introduced edible wild plants.

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Minute Cryptic - Meet your brand-new wordplay obsession

From the creators of the hugely popular online puzzle platform, Minute Cryptic, comes this step-by-step guide to solving cryptic crosswords. With over 160 different clues for you to solve, you’ll have the skills to take on a full cryptic crossword by the end of the book.

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Dire Bound - Wolves are the new dragons!

This is a sizzling, epic and addictive TikTok romantasy sensation that's perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, When the Moon Hatched and Quicksilver.

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Who's your pick for Bird of the Year 2025?

From rumours of Russian interference to controversial mammalian infiltration, this beautiful book shares the vibrant history of the beloved Bird of the Year event and profiles more than 80 native birds — and one bat.

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The book that inspired the film

Richard Osman’s bestselling The Thursday Murder Club comes to screens this week! Read the book behind the new Netflix film and be prepared for Elizabeth, Ron, Joyce and Ibrahim to win you over.

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Features

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Dr Hinemoa Elder is on the road to promote Ara!

Come and meet bestselling author Dr Hinemoa Elder as she introduces Ara: A Māori Guidebook of the Mind.

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A Different Kind of Power

IT WAS A STANDARD BATHROOM. 

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How to read more this year

Got 'read more books' on your resolution list? We've some hacks to help with that.

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Meet The Real Life Bookshop Detectives

We had a chat with bestselling local authors Gareth and Louise Ward about their new book, The Bookshop Detectives!

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Pick a Patterson

Find your next thrill with these new James Patterson books!

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Orbital by Samantha Harvey wins the Booker Prize 2024

Compact yet beautifully expansive, Orbital invites us to observe Earth’s splendour, whilst reflecting on the individual and collective value of every human life.

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A Guide to Waitohu Journal

Nau mai ki Waitohu! Read on to learn about Hinemoa Elder's inspiration behind Waitohu, and how to use this special journal.

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The New Zealand Popular Penguin Line-up

To celebrate 50 years of publishing in Aotearoa, we are excited to re-issue eleven New Zealand classics in the Popular Penguin format. Have you read them all? 

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Where to start with: Māori Made Easy

Keen to start your language learning journey but don't know where to begin? Scotty Morrison's bestselling series is the resource you need!

Brand new recipes

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Chickpea arrabbiata

Fast, spicy and delicious, this is the perfect midweek meal to put a smile on your face.

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Onigiri (rice balls)

Onigiri is real soul food. It’s perfect for picnics, weekend activities and family car journeys. Use this recipe to make as many onigiri as your heart desires, with filling or without (shio-nigiri).

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Jamie Oliver’s Meatball Traybake

Hidden in these meatballs from Jamie Oliver are cannellini beans for an added fibre bonus. Using an old friend like meatballs to get some beans into your life is a tasty, nutritious win.

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Basil, Courgette and Pistachio Pasta

The perfect quick summer meal, this simple pasta dish uses only a few simple ingredients but is packed with bright, herby flavours.

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Triple Garlic Crispy Chicken with Green Rice and Sauce

Full of depth and umami flavours, this crispy chicken is paired with a light herb sauce and a punchy garlic sauce to make an unbelievably tasty meal.

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Tropical Prawns with Plantain and Pickled Shallots

This colourful Brazilian recipe from Ixta Belfrage combines juicy prawns with plantain in a rich and deeply flavourful prawn oil. If you're looking for the perfect starter for hosting, look no further.

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Bangers and tomato rice

This one-pot tomato rice dish is topped with crispy bite-sized pieces of sausage, toasted rice and shallots cooked in the rendered sausage fat.

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Roasted banana ice cream with choc fudge sauce

This ice cream is vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free (as long as you use gluten-free miso), so it’s great if you’re catering for people with different dietary requirements.

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Spicy Garlic Butter Udon with Smashed Cucumber

There’s a love affair to be explored with spice and dairy, and this is the showcase for it!

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Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

When I posted my Crispy Smashed Potato Salad recipe in October 2023, it went viral, and everyone and their grandmas started making it.

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Roasted Apricots, Cardamom Cream and Pistachio Brittle

Make the most of the short apricot season with this quick summery dessert. The apricots are roasted with honey and orange juice and served with a smooth cardamom cream and a crunchy pistachio brittle. It's the perfect laid-back dessert to serve at the end of dinner party.

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Overnight Protein Porridge with Cinnamon, Turmeric and Cacao

Packed with 36g of protein, Dr Rupy's overnight protein porridge is brimming with nuts, seeds, spices and fruit. The perfect balanced start to the day.

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Fridge-raid Fattoush

This version of Fattoush is close to the classic salad we all know and love, but differs slightly from the one my mother used to make.

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Epic Tarragon Roast Chicken

With juicy meat, crispy golden skin and a ton of moreish tarragon and mustard cream sauce, this appropriately named 'epic' chicken will impress at your next Sunday roast.

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Tahini and Gochujang Noodle Broth with Turkey

This rich and creamy tahini noodle broth with turkey from Dr Rupy is packed with powerhouse flavours and over 40 grams of protein.

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Aubergine & Fava Beans with Eggs

Bitinjan w Ful ma’ Beyd.

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Hoisin Salmon Sesame Cucumber Salad

Smashing the cucumbers gives them maximum surface area to absorb the delicious dressing in this salad. Topped with falling‑apart baked salmon, this dish is light, quick and tasty.

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Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

Welcome summer into your kitchen with these moreish tacos. The mango salsa is the perfect balance of sweet, zesty and flavoursome (try not to eat it all before it gets to the table!)

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Smoky chickpeas with coriander tahini

Hummus Hab bil Tahinia w al Kuzbara

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Lobster Avocado Salad

This recipe is a celebration of summer.

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Aubergine Rolls with Walnut Filling

Georgia's rich culinary tradition is often overlooked.

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Crushed Olive Spread

I’ve converted countless olive haters to olive lovers with the introduction of my fave Castelvetrano, the meaty, mild Queen of Olives.

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Grated Tomato Linguine

A delicious pasta sauce made with the freshest in-season tomatoes.

Activities

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Bluey Father's Day Activity Sheet

To celebrate Father's Day this year, help Bluey's friends find their dads in this super fun dad maze! PLUS read ALL about your favourite dad in the brand-new Bluey: Dad's Awesome Treasury and our collection of other Bluey Father's Day reads, including Bluey: Pull my Finger and Other Dad Jokes! This content was originally published on Bluey.tv

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Detective Beans: Adventures in Cat Town Colouring-In

A fun and adventurous colouring sheet!

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Anahera colouring-in

Colour in these free sheets of legendary kiwi mama, Anahera!

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Giraffe The Gardener Colouring-In

Download and print this free colouring-in page from Giraffe the Gardener by Kimberly Andrews.

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How to throw the perfect Bluey birthday party

Everything you need to throw the perfect Bluey birthday party!

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Xtraordinary People: Unlock your extraordinary dyslexic thinking skills

Print this free activity pack from Xtraordinary People by Kate Griggs.

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Cosy Calm colouring-in

Print this free colouring-in page from Cosy Calm by Cherry Lam.

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The 113th Assistant Librarian activity pack

A free activity pack from the magical world of The 113th Assistant Librarian by Stuart Wilson.

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Bluey Hip Hip Hooray Activity Pack

Download a free 4-page Bluey activity pack!

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Bluey Birthday Card

Download your free Bluey birthday card.

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Bluey Birthday Invite

Download this super fun Bluey party invitation.

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Milestones with Ms Rachel Potty Chart

Have fun potty training with Ms Rachel!

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Design your dream garden with Giraffe the Gardener!

Design your dream garden and be in to WIN it as an illustrated print by Kimberly Andrews

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Go, Scooter, Go! Colouring-in

Download this colouring sheet from Kaye Julian, illustrator of the energetic and fun picture book Go, Scooter, Go!

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Bluey Easter Basket Activity

Make your Easter egg hunt eggstra special with this Bingo basket template!

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Bluey Easter Colouring-in

Celebrate Easter with Bluey!

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Granny McFlitter Stitches Up a Storm Activity Pack

Make the most of rainy day with these Granny McFlitter activity sheets!

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Download some Ms Rachel colouring sheets!

Download some free sample Ms Rachel colouring sheets and grab your copy of the book for over 100 pages of fun for littles.

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Granny McFlitter Stitches Up a Storm Activity Sheets

Rainy day? Give these activities from Granny McFlitter Stitches Up a Storm a go!

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Granny McFlitter Stitches Up a Storm Colouring Pages

Colour in these sheets from champion knitter Granny McFlitter's wild weather adventure: Granny McFlitter Stitches Up a Storm!

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Colour in Bluey at Christmas!

Download a page from Bluey: Merry Christmas: A Colouring Book to get into the Bluey Christmas spirit!

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Ms Rachel's tips for language and brain development

Ms Rachel shares some tips for encouraging speech and learning through play and music.

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Granny McFlitter's Christmas Activity Pack

Get ready for Christmas with this marvellous Granny McFlitter activity pack!

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Bluey: Let's Get Spooky Bunting

Download this free super-fun Bluey Halloween bunting.

Audiobooks from New Zealand

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Become Unstoppable

Master your winning mindset with lessons from the life and career of All Blacks coaching legend Gilbert Enoka

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A Different Kind of Power

#1 New Zealand bestseller
#1 Amazon bestseller
#2 Audible bestseller
#3 New York Times bestseller
#3 Sunday Times bestseller
#4 Australian bestseller

From the former prime minister of New Zealand, then the world’s youngest female head of government and just the second to give birth in office, comes a deeply personal memoir chronicling her extraordinary rise and offering inspiration to a new generation of leaders.

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Maori at Home

The accessible and fun guide for everyday Kiwis looking to learn and speak the Maori language around the home.

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The Bookshop Detectives 2: Tea and Cake and Death

Another case to solve for the number-one bestselling Bookshop Detectives.

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The Bone People

A shimmering, important novel. New Zealand’s first Booker winner, The Bone People, is available in an accessible digital format for the first time.

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The Bookshop Detectives 1: Dead Girl Gone

Two small-town booksellers (and their cowardly dog) solve a decades-old murder-mystery in this witty debut novel, full of literary clues, sparkling dialogue, and comedic insights into the world of bookshops.

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The Gavin Bishop Treasury

A very special hardback collection of 10 classic children's stories for young readers to treasure, written and illustrated by the multiple-award-winning New Zealand author Gavin Bishop.

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All Out

An inspiring and revealing memoir about the relentless pursuit of dreams, and the highs and lows along the way, from one of the Black Caps' finest test cricketers.

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Dear Moko

Māori child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr Hinemoa Elder has shaped her beloved book Aroha into this special collection of whakataukī and whakatauakī for mokopuna of all ages.

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The Art of Winning

A unique and inspiring deep dive into leadership, strength and resilience from one of sport's true masters: All Black legend Dan Carter.

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Aroha

The top-selling New Zealand non-fiction title of 2021! The timeless wisdom of Māori proverbs - 52 traditional Māori sayings explained by respected Māori psychiatrist Dr Hinemoa Elder, showing us how we can live better lives, in harmony with the planet.

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Hairy Maclary Treasury

A special edition of the Hairy Maclary Treasury to celebrate the raggedy rascal’s 40th birthday! This volume brings together all ten of his mischievous and mad adventures, along with a link to download the audio book.

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Grand

The astonishing debut memoir about mothers and daughters, drinking, birth and loss, running away and homecoming from prize-winning writer and broadcaster Noelle McCarthy.

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The Penguin History of New Zealand

The definitive and bestselling history of Aotearoa New Zealand by one of our leading historians, continuously in print for 20 years.

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The Everything Guide

Every woman’s honest, healthy guide to eating, moving and feeling your best — for the rest of your life.

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Māori Made Easy Pocket Guide

Everything you need to speak te reo Māori with confidence.

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I Am Not Esther

A classic bestseller that's been in print for over 20 years, this gripping YA thriller follows a teenage girl caught in a religious cult.

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Pounamu Pounamu - Te reo Māori edition

Witi Ihimaera’s first published book — Pounamu Pounamu — translated into te reo Māori. Published in collaboration with Kotahi Rau Pukapuka.

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Bite Back

A compassionate guide to navigating eating disorders, for those experiencing them and their loved ones, from someone who has been there.

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The Denniston Rose

A number one bestseller, this favourite New Zealand novel captures a real 19th century community.

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The Astromancer: The Astromancer 1

A lively story with stunning illustrations that reveals the tradition of Matariki.

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