Biographies

Interview: David Hill on Mother of the Nation

Claudia Palmer speaks with esteemed writer David Hill about the lasting impact of Dame Whina Cooper, the importance of te reo Māori and what he hopes New Zealanders will take away from his latest picture book Mother of the Nation….

Book Reviews: New non-fiction from Aotearoa

Fascinating facts aren’t just found in Frank Worsley’s famous expedition to Antarctica, but also in our local shores, with captivating creatures and interesting snippets about our current Prime Minister. Writer Raymond Huber reviews two exciting new non-fiction books from publisher New Holland and…

Book Quiz: New Zealand’s Heroes and Heroines

New Zealand’s legends inspire our tamariki to believe that the sky is the limit. How much do you know about these biographies targeted at children and their kiwi connections? Test yourself, share with a friend, and let us know on…