
The story behind thirty years of genealogy research and ten published novels. It 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.
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The story behind thirty years of genealogy research and ten published novels. It 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.

For the first time ever, a New Zealand Police detective takes writers behind the scenes and gives the inside scoop on how it all works – the language they use, the duties they perform, a day in the life of a homicide and what it’s like to stare down the barrel of a gun.

The remarkable true story of a New Zealand soldier who fought through the Somme, Messines and Passchendaele. Combining family history with extensive battlefield research, Willie’s War brings one ordinary Kiwi’s extraordinary First World War journey vividly to life.

Sacred and Sane is both creative memoir and social commentary from a woman of faith reading about church controversies in Aotearoa and reflecting on these controversies in the light of her own lived experience. Rose presents six pillars for a healthier view on spirituality and mental health which helped to improve her own well-being.

Brain Tricks is a book which aids children’s understanding of emotional pain; what it is and how it differs from physical pain. It explains the phenomenon of neuroplasticity in a way that children can grasp, and invites them to unlock the power they have within themselves to change the way they think about and react to different experiences.

You’re leading a team. You’re raising a teenager. And somewhere in the middle of everyone else’s needs… you’ve disappeared. If you’re struggling to prioritise yourself, you’re not alone. Self-Care Isn’t Selfish provides practical tips on reducing conflict, gaining a feeling of control and the benefits of reflective practice.

Remembering the Cosmic, a must-read for every high school senior, young adult and beyond, is a novel/self help book about a young woman called Chloe and her story of healing herself and her relationship through the help of Imogen, a healer. The book can be read as a story, or the reader can use the tools Imogen teaches Chloe to help heal their own lives.

Is travel still fun in your seventies? To find out more, dip into this nice easy read.

Is your family geographically scattered? Has globalisation made your family a Distance Family?

Moving to a new country can be a difficult and isolating experience, especially when you’re far away from your loved ones.

When generations of a family are spread across countries and continents, it changes everything – relationships, roles, identity and connection.

For the pleasure of street artists worldwide, Wellington residents, visitors and those interested in street art, graffiti, social science or history.

Untold stories of heroism by New Zealand peacemakers.

A gentle guide to one of life’s great traumas.