New books from independent and self-published kiwi authors.
Unique kiwi books
for every reader.
Indie Books showcases new books from the diverse and talented community of independent authors here in New Zealand.
Indie Books sends updates to retailers, shops, libraries and schools across the country. Featuring titles across a wide range of genres – from historical fiction to young adult to children’s books, we showcase books with a unique kiwi flavour for every reader.
Featured Books
Three Dogs, Two Murders, and a Cat
Rodney Strong
Cosy Mystery
Nicolette Briggs is Wellington’s only animal detective. Her latest case involves a poisoned cat, which quickly escalates when first one, then another murder occurs. Now Nicolette must use all her skills to identify the murderer, before she becomes a target.
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Available from Wheelers or THE UNDERGROUND BOOKSTORE
Excess Baggage
Sarah-Jane Dunwoody
Non-Fiction, Memoir
A memoir with soul.
The author, now in her 50s, living amidst a pandemic lockdown, sits in the garden shed and considers the many contrasts to life as a young Kiwi in the 1990s when she had the freedom to travel the world.
A travelogue in which to immerse yourself, capturing a true love story.
Available from Wheelers or DIRECT FROM THE AUTHOR
Brigid – The Girl from County Clare
Vicky Adin
Historical Fiction
18-year-old Brigid is a lacemaker who flees poverty and starvation in Ireland and journeys to Australia in search of a better life. Brigid’s skill as a lacemaker soon draws attention, but life doesn’t always run smoothly in the harsh new landscape.
Set in Ireland, Queensland, Australia and Auckland, New Zealand. Part of the New Zealand Immigrant Collection.
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The Pet Problem
Elizabeth Kirkby-McLeod
Children’s chapter book
Eugene would love to have his pet dog Jupiter join him on the island, but Dad keeps saying no. Can Eugene’s grandma bring Jupiter with her when she visits? And if she does what will happen to the other animals on the island?
Join Eugene and his family in this beginner chapter book series as he discovers the joys and problems of living on an island bird sanctuary.
Available from Wheelers, Publishers Distribution or bookstores nationwide.
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I Gaze Up at the Trees with Dirt on my Knees
Rosalind Potter
children
A beautifully written children’s book that takes readers on a magical journey through the forests and rivers of Aotearoa New Zealand. With stunning scenes of native wildlife, including kiwi, kōkako, and glow worms, this story inspires children to explore, imagine, and connect with nature.
english and te reo versions available
pre-orders available now from the author
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Charlie Seaton Junior Agent in 'Dog Disaster' (Book 1)
Darlene Thomson
Charlie Seaton Junior Agent: Mad Maude (Book 2)
Darlene Thomson
Hidden Stories of Heroism for a peaceful planet
L P Hansen
Nanny Jo and the Wild Mokopuna
Moira Wairama
Featured Authors
Pat Backley
HISTORICAL FICTION • MEMOIR
Passionate about people and travelling the world, Pat has spent 70 years living a colourful and interesting life and her books reflect these passions. She has always been fascinated by social history and the lives of ordinary people and believes their stories should be told.
Dahlia Malaeulu
PASIFIKA CHILDREN'S BOOKS
As an award winning author, publisher and founder of Mila’s Books, Dahlia’s mission of supporting Pasifika tamaiti to be seen, heard and valued through the stories they read has gained national and international recognition.
Meet more of our authors
Rodney Strong
Cosy Mystery
Sarah-Jane Dunwoody
Non-Fiction • Memoir
Vicky Adin
Historical Fiction
Rosalind Potter
Children
Elizabeth Kirkby-McLeod
Children
L P Hansen
Non-Fiction
Moira Wairama
Te Reo Childrens
Darlene Thomson
Middle Grade Fiction
Sue Carpenter
Children • YA
Pat Backley
Historical Fiction • Memoir
Are you a book seller, library or school who loves unique Kiwi books?
Our authors bring you a range of wonderful books not published by the traditional houses. They are just as professional, captivating and marketable. Most have a very Kiwi flavour to appeal to your readers.
These independent Kiwi authors write across many genres: from children’s books to adult fiction and non-fiction, and go to considerable lengths to publish their titles with the assistance of great editors, illustrators, and printers.
Indie Books offers you the opportunity to stock titles not readily available elsewhere.
Are you an independent or self-published Kiwi author?
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