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Behind every family tree is a story.
Behind every story is a voice that brought it to light.
From the shores of New Zealand, Vicky Adin pens her most personal story yet. Part memoir, part craft narrative, part family history, she shares her journey from a curious young amateur genealogist to an author inspired to bring the past to life.
Where Stories Lie Buried explores the hows and whys of a writing life — the constant desire to write, to share a story, to make sure it is never lost.
“Beatrix Potter meets Jane Austen” in this illustrated, faithful yet mouse-full, adaptation of the classic Austen novel. Suitable for all ages, illustrated and adapted by an award-winning NZ author.
This is the information that adult role models want to give their young adults but do not have the time in their busy lives to do so. No-one ever writes this information down….until NOW.
Through sport, adversity and life’s toughest moments, Tui Katene shares a deeply personal journey of resilience, self-belief and finding the courage to keep moving forward.
“Beatrix Potter meets Jane Austen” in this illustrated, faithful yet mouse-full, adaptation of the classic Austen novel. Suitable for all ages, illustrated and adapted by an award-winning NZ author.
This is the information that adult role models want to give their young adults but do not have the time in their busy lives to do so. No-one ever writes this information down….until NOW.
A 2026 memoir by Terry Brooks about suffering a severe vaccine injury and fighting an unsupportive medical system.
Sometimes anxiety can feel like it’s crushing you. This easy-to-read guide will show you how to crush anxiety instead!
Through sport, adversity and life’s toughest moments, Tui Katene shares a deeply personal journey of resilience, self-belief and finding the courage to keep moving forward.
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This month’s featured genre
Crime & Thrillers
This popular genre has something for everyone!
Our crime and thrillers section features spies, whodunnits, cosy mysteries and more. Discover books by these authors by exploring the links with every listing!
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