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Marnie makes sure the numbers add up, suppliers are paid on time and the accountants are kept at a safe distance from Dylan. A quiet achiever who loves reading and helping out in the bookstore, she brings the same care and attention to detail to customers as she does to the books. When she’s not at Book Hero, you’ll usually find her enjoying the outdoors - swimming, cycling, or squeezing in an early gym session - and keeping a close eye on Formula One (spoilers strictly not allowed).

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  • Fungi of Aotearoa
    The complete introduction to finding, identifying and using mushrooms and other fungi in New Zealand. Enter and explore the fascinating world of fungi. In this practical and up-to-date guide, forager and fungus enthusiast Liv Sisson shares her top tips and takes the reader on a journey to discover the unique and diverse fungi Aotearoa has to offer. Discover how to...
    By Liv Sisson
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  • Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
    In the tradition of The Joy of Cooking comes Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, an ambitious and comprehensive guide to mastering the essentials of cooking by chef and writer Samin Nosrat. Nosrat unlocks the secrets of culinary success by breaking it down into four fundamental elements: Salt, Fat, Acid, and Heat. This revolutionary approach has been honed through years of teaching...
    By Samin Nosrat
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  • The Poppy War
    Winner of the Reddit Fantasy Award for Best Debut 2018 The best fantasy debut of 2018 – WIRED A brilliantly imaginative epic fantasy debut, inspired by the bloody history of China’s twentieth century and filled with treachery and magic. The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang is an unflinching tale of power, ambition, and survival, set in a richly detailed and...
    By R.F. Kuang
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  • Foraging New Zealand
    An essential guide to foraging in New Zealand. New Zealand is full of incredible, edible wild foods - fruit, fungi and seaweed; berries, herbs and more - you only need to know where to look and how to do it safely. Foraging New Zealand is the ultimate guide to unearthing more than 250 of our tastiest wild plants. Packed with...
    By Peter Langlands
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  • The Song of Achilles
    The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller is a brilliantly crafted retelling of the ancient Greek epic of Achilles and Patroclus, transforming the classical myth into a profoundly moving love story. Set against the richly depicted backdrop of Greece during the heroically tumultuous age, the narrative follows Patroclus, an awkward and exiled young prince, who is taken to the court...
    By Madeline Miller
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  • A Field Guide to the Native Edible Plants of New Zealand
    A Field Guide to the Native Edible Plants of New Zealand by Andrew Crowe is an essential resource for anyone interested in the natural bounty of New Zealand's flora. This comprehensive and accessible guide offers detailed information on over 190 species of trees, shrubs, herbs, ferns, mushrooms, lichens, and seaweeds that are native to New Zealand and can be used...
    By Andrew Crowe
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  • The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse
    The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy is a profound exploration of life’s universal lessons, delicately illustrated and rich with narrative depth. This heartfelt story introduces readers to four unlikely friends: a curious boy, a tiny yet thoughtful mole, a wary fox, and a wise horse. Together, they find themselves traversing challenging and sometimes treacherous...
    By Charlie Mackesy
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  • Mistborn
    Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson is a spellbinding entry into the annals of epic fantasy that subverts expectations and weaves an intricate tale of resistance and hope. Set in a meticulously crafted world where ash falls perpetually from the sky and a dark, omnipotent ruler governs with relentless cruelty, the novel plunges readers into a land steeped in despair yet brimming...
    By Brandon Sanderson
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  • The Lord of the Rings
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    The Lord of the Rings
    Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Middle-earth with The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien, a timeless epic that has captivated readers for generations. This monumental tale follows the journey of a young hobbit, Frodo Baggins, who inherits a seemingly innocent magical ring. However, the ring possesses dark secrets and immense power, and must be destroyed...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • Six of Crows
    The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with SHADOW AND BONE, an original series! Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2017, this fantasy epic from the No. 1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of the Grisha trilogy is gripping, sweeping, and unforgettable—ideal for fans of George R. R. Martin, Laini Taylor, and Kristin Cashore. In Six of Crows, criminal...
    By Leigh Bardugo
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  • Crooked Kingdom
    See the Grishaverse come to life on screen with the Netflix series, Shadow and Bone - Season 2 streaming now! Crooked Kingdom, the gripping sequel to SIX OF CROWS, blends the dark intrigue of GAME OF THRONES with the high-stakes heist brilliance of OCEAN'S ELEVEN. From number one New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo comes a fantasy epic that...
    By Leigh Bardugo
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  • The Secret History
    The Secret History by Donna Tartt is the original American campus novel. When Richard Papen joins an elite group of clever misfits at his New England college, it seems he can finally become the person he wants to be. The moral boundaries he will cross with his new friends—and the deaths they are responsible for—will change all of their lives...
    By Donna Tartt
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  • The Hero of Ages
    In _The Hero of Ages_, Brandon Sanderson brings his acclaimed Mistborn trilogy to a riveting conclusion, weaving a complex tapestry of intrigue, magic, and destiny. Following the catastrophic release of Ruin, the malevolent entity hell-bent on chaos, newly crowned emperor Elend Venture and his wife, the formidable assassin Vin, find themselves in a desperate struggle to save their world. As...
    By Brandon Sanderson
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  • Astrophysics for People in a Hurry
    There's no better guide through mind-expanding questions such as what the nature of space and time is, how we fit within the universe, and how the universe fits within us than Neil deGrasse Tyson. But today, few of us have time to contemplate the cosmos. So Tyson brings the universe down to Earth succinctly and clearly, with sparkling wit, in...
    By Neil deGrasse Tyson
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  • The Silmarillion
    The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien is the epic forerunner to the acclaimed The Lord of the Rings trilogy, providing a rich tapestry of the mythological history of Middle-earth. Delving into the ancient past, it recounts the stirring events of the First and Second Ages and introduces some of the key characters who will later be pivotal in Tolkien's world, such...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • The Way of Kings
    The groundbreaking first book of an epic series that has changed the face of fantasy. The Way of Kings begins The Stormlight Archive. Speak again the ancient oaths: Life before death. Strength before weakness. Journey before Destination. Return to men the Shards they once bore. The Knights Radiant must stand again. Roshar is a world of stone and storms. Uncanny...
    By Brandon Sanderson
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  • The Secret History
    In The Secret History, Donna Tartt weaves a haunting and enthralling tale set in an elite New England college where a group of brilliant and unorthodox students fall under the spell of their charismatic and enigmatic classics professor, Julian Morrow. These students, Richard Papen, Henry Winter, Bunny Corcoran, Francis Abernathy, and the twins Charles and Camilla Macaulay, become immersed in...
    By Donna Tartt
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  • Mort
    The fourth Discworld novel and first in the Death series - revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. Death comes to us all. When he came to Mort, he offered him a job. Death is the Grim Reaper of the Discworld, a black-robed skeleton carrying a scythe who must collect a minimum number of...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Yates Garden Guide ANZ Edition
    Our bestselling practical gardening book fully revised and updated. Whether you're a seasoned horticulturist or a novice gardener, the latest edition of Yates Garden Guide ANZ Edition by Angela Thomas offers an invaluable resource that caters to all your gardening needs. This updated edition retains its popularity through comprehensive revisions and fresh insights, ensuring it addresses the challenges and opportunities...
    By Angela Thomas and Yates
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  • The Well of Ascension
    The impossible has happened. The Lord Ruler is dead, vanquished. But so too is Kelsier, the man who masterminded the triumph. The awesome task of rebuilding the world has been left to his protégé, Vin; a one-time street urchin, now the most powerful Mistborn in the land. Worryingly for her, Vin has become the focus of a new religion, a...
    By Brandon Sanderson
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  • 100 Best Native Plants for New Zealand Gardens (Revised Edition)
    100 Best Native Plants for New Zealand Gardens (Revised Edition) by Fiona Eadie has solidified its place as an indispensable resource for gardeners, whether they are seasoned cultivators or enthusiastic novices. This extensively revised edition not only highlights 100 native species that thrive in New Zealand's diverse climates but also delves into detailed, inspirational, and practical advice to ensure success...
    By Fiona Eadie
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  • Circe
    Circe, the critically acclaimed novel by Madeline Miller, reimagines the legendary life of Circe, the powerful enchantress from Greek mythology. In the house of Helios, god of the sun, a daughter is born. Circe is a peculiar child, neither mighty like her father nor beautiful and cunning like her mother. Scorned and rejected, she grows up in the shadows, belonging...
    By Madeline Miller
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  • Practical Beekeeping in New Zealand
    For more than 25 years, Practical Beekeeping in New Zealand has been the bible for New Zealand beekeepers. The only comprehensive guide to keeping bees in New Zealand, it provides both amateur and professional beekeepers with details on honey bee management throughout the year, advice on handling hive products, and information about many other beekeeping subjects. As well as being...
    By Andrew Matheson and Murray Reid
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  • Frankenstein
    A stunning new clothbound edition of Mary Shelley's infamous work of horror fiction. Obsessed by creating life itself, Victor Frankenstein plunders graveyards for the material to fashion a new being, which he shocks into life by electricity. But his botched creature, rejected by Frankenstein and denied human companionship, sets out to destroy his maker and all that he holds dear....
    By Mary Shelley
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  • Dylan’s Pick
    How to Build a Car
    How to Build a Car offers a spellbinding journey through the mind of Adrian Newey, one of the most ingenious engineers in the history of Formula One racing. This powerful memoir details his pioneering 35-year career, beginning with his formative years and leading up to his unparalleled success in the sport. Filled with insightful anecdotes, technical revelations and personal reflections,...
    By Adrian Newey
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  • Frankenstein: Popular Penguins
    Frankenstein: Popular Penguins by Mary Shelley is a timeless tale of science, ambition, and the consequences of playing God. A fascinating fusion of Gothic horror and early science fiction, this gripping narrative explores the ambitious endeavours of Victor Frankenstein, a young and idealistic scientist fixated on unleashing the secrets of life. Driven by an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, Victor's experiments...
    By Mary Shelley
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  • Moving Pictures
    The 10th Discworld novel - revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. HOLY WOOD IS A DIFFERENT SORT OF PLACE . . . HERE, THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS TO BE IMPORTANT. A new phenomenon is taking over the Discworld—moving pictures. Created by the alchemists of Ankh-Morpork, the growing 'clicks' industry moves to the...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Field Guide to New Zealand Native Trees
    Field Guide to New Zealand Native Trees by John Dawson and Rob Lucas is the quintessential resource for anyone interested in the rich and diverse native tree species of New Zealand. This comprehensive guidebook is designed to be a practical companion for outdoor enthusiasts, botanists, and nature lovers, providing detailed information on more than 200 native tree species found across...
    By John Dawson & Rob Lucas
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  • The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy
    Welcome to the Best of the Masterworks: a selection of the finest in science fiction Arthur Dent thought his day was going badly when someone tried to demolish his house. Then someone demolished his planet. Rescued by his friend Ford—who is not a human from Guilford, but an alien from somewhere in the vicinity of Betelgeuse—Arthur is flung into an...
    By Douglas Adams
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  • Small Gods
    The thirteenth Discworld novel. 'Deftly weaves themes of forgiveness, belief and spiritual regeneration' The Times The Discworld is very much like our own—if our own were to consist of a flat planet balanced on the back of four elephants which stand on the back of a giant turtle, that is... 'Just because you can't explain it, doesn't mean it's a...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Guards! Guards!
    The eighth Discworld novel - introducing Sam Vimes. 'This is one of Pratchett's best books. Hilarious and highly recommended' The Times The Discworld is very much like our own - if our own were to consist of a flat planet balanced on the back of four elephants which stand on the back of a giant turtle, that is... 'It was...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • The Light Fantastic
    The Light Fantastic is the second Discworld novel and second in the Wizards series, revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. "Darkness isn't the opposite of light, it is simply its absence . . . what was radiating from the book was the light that lies on the far side of darkness, the light...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Mort
    The fourth Discworld novel, revamped for a new generation of readers... 'Cracking dialogue, compelling illogic and unchained whimsy' — Sunday Times The Discworld is very much like our own—if our own were to consist of a flat planet balanced on the back of four elephants which stand on the back of a giant turtle, that is... Death comes to us...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Crooked Kingdom Collector's Edition
    The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with SHADOW AND BONE, an original series! A glorious Collector's Edition of the New York Times bestselling epic fantasy novel, Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo. This covetable hardback is a perfect gift for fans and a perfect way to discover the unforgettable writing of Leigh Bardugo. Welcome to the world of the...
    By Leigh Bardugo
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  • Guards! Guards!
    This is where the dragons went. They lie...not dead, not asleep, but...dormant. And although the space they occupy isn't like normal space, nevertheless they are packed in tightly. They could put you in mind of a can of sardines, if you thought sardines were huge and scaly. And presumably, somewhere, there's a key... Guards! Guards! is the eighth Discworld novel...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • The Song of Achilles
    OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD A 10th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION, FEATURING A NEW FOREWORD BY THE AUTHOR WINNER OF THE ORANGE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION THE INTERNATIONAL SENSATION A SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'Captivating' DONNA TARTT 'I loved it' J K ROWLING 'Ravishingly vivid' EMMA DONOGHUE Set in ancient Greece, The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller...
    By Madeline Miller
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  • The Light Fantastic
    The second Discworld novel, revamped for a new generation of readers. "Incredibly funny, compulsively readable" - The Times The Discworld is very much like our own—if our own were to consist of a flat planet balanced on the backs of four elephants which stand on the back of a giant turtle, that is... "What shall we do?" said Twoflower. "Panic?"...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Pyramids
    Pyramids, the seventh Discworld novel. 'Look after the dead', said the priests, 'and the dead will look after you.' Wise words in all probability, but a tall order when, like Teppic, you have just become the pharaoh of a small and penniless country rather earlier than expected, and your treasury is unlikely to stretch to the building of a monumental...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Night Watch
    The 29th novel in the Discworld series 'The best Discworld book in the whole world ever. Until next time.' SFX The Discworld is very much like our own—if our own were to consist of a flat planet balanced on the back of four elephants which stand on the back of a giant turtle, that is... 'Don't put your trust in...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • The Fellowship of the Ring
    The Fellowship of the Ring is the first part of J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings. Impossible to describe in a few words, J.R.R. Tolkien's great work of imaginative fiction has been labelled both a heroic romance and a classic fantasy fiction. By turns comic and homely, epic and diabolic, the narrative moves through countless changes of...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • Good Omens
    There is a hint of Armageddon in the air. According to The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch (recorded, thankfully, in 1655, just before she blew up her entire village and all its inhabitants, who had gathered to watch her burn), the world will end on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. So, the Armies of Good and...
    By Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman
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    After a childhood filled with neglect, Ruby yearned for another path. Determined not to let her upbringing limit her, she survived abuse, drugs, and tragedy to become one of the most successful women's rugby players in the world. The explosion of women's rugby on the global stage has matched the rise of Ruby's stellar career, as she has grown with...
    By Ruby Tui
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  • Yates Garden Guide 79th Edition (NZ Edition)
    Yates Garden Guide 79th Edition (NZ Edition), by Yates, is an invaluable resource that has stood the test of time, remaining one of New Zealand's most trusted guides for gardeners of all skill and experience levels. This latest edition builds upon a legacy of excellence by offering the most comprehensive, reliable, and practical advice for all aspects of gardening tailored...
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  • Reaper Man
    Reaper Man by Terry Pratchett is a delightful and thought-provoking addition to the renowned Discworld series. This witty and engaging novel explores what happens when Death takes a much-needed holiday and the role of being the Grim Reaper is suddenly left vacant. Death is missing—presumed... er... gone. This unexpected absence leads to the kind of chaos you would expect when...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • The Colour Of Magic
    The very first Discworld novel and first in the Wizards series - revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. NAMED AS ONE OF THE BBC'S 100 MOST INSPIRING NOVELS 'It was octarine, the colour of magic. It was alive and glowing and vibrant and it was the undisputed pigment of the imagination . ....
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Moving Pictures
    The ninth Discworld novel. Holy Wood is a different sort of place. People act differently here. Everywhere else the most important things are gods or money or cattle. Here, the most important thing is to be important. Alchemists have always thought that they can change reality, shape it to their own purpose. Imagine then the damage that could be wrought...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Crooked Kingdom (Six of Crows Book 2)
    DISCOVER THE CULT HIT THAT BECAME A WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON The Dregs Edition of the #1 New York Times bestseller Crooked Kingdom, sequel to Six of Crows, features new cover art and black stained edges. When you can't beat the odds, change the game. Kaz Brekker and his crew have just pulled off a heist so daring even they didn't think...
    By Leigh Bardugo
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  • Sourcery
    The fifth Discworld novel, revamped for a new generation of readers... 'May well be considered his masterpiece . . . Humour such as his is an endangered species' The Times The Discworld is very much like our own - if our own were to consist of a flat planet balanced on the back of four elephants which stand on the...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Pyramids
    The 7th Discworld novel - revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. 'LOOK AFTER THE DEAD,' SAID THE PRIESTS, 'AND THE DEAD WOULD LOOK AFTER YOU.' Young Prince Teppic is sent far away from his desert homeland to the city of Ankh-Morpork for the best education money can buy. Which just so happens to...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Frankenstein (Painted Editions)
    Frankenstein, the frightening classic tale, is now available in an affordable softcover edition. It features striking hand-painted cover art from Laci Fowler and distinctive interior design elements, making it ideal for classic fiction lovers, readers in high-school or college literature courses, and fans of annual reading challenges and "Required Reading" lists. Beloved by horror fans across the globe, Frankenstein explores...
    By Mary Shelley
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  • The Lord of the Rings
    Immerse yourself in the mythical world created by J.R.R. Tolkien, a place where epic battles, enduring friendships, and noble quests intertwine in the journey to overcome darkness. The Lord of the Rings takes you into the heart of Middle-earth, a fantastical realm filled with diverse lands and incredible creatures. Follow the epic journey of the Fellowship, a band of heroes...
    By Ian Brodie
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  • The Lord of the Rings
    Special 50th anniversary edition of the literary phenomenon voted Book of the Century and the Nation's favourite Big Read. Includes revised and reset text and special features unique to this edition. Since it was first published in 1954, The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworldliness, its sweeping fantasy and...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • New Zealand's Backyard Birds PB
    New Zealand's Backyard Birds PB by Ned Barraud is an enchanting and educational guide designed specifically for children, introducing them to the birds that inhabit their very own backyards. This vibrant and engaging book explores a wide variety of birds that are commonly seen and heard in everyday life, offering young readers a closer look at the feathered friends living...
    By Ned Barraud
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  • The Hobbit
    The Hobbit is the unforgettable story of Bilbo, a peace-loving hobbit, who embarks on a strange and magical adventure. A timeless classic. Bilbo Baggins enjoys a quiet and contented life, with no desire to travel far from the comforts of home. Then one day, the wizard Gandalf and a band of dwarves arrive unexpectedly and enlist his services – as...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • The Way of Kings
    From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson, The Way of Kings, Book One of the Stormlight Archive, begins an incredible new saga of epic proportion. Roshar is a world of stone and storms. Uncanny tempests of incredible power sweep across the rocky terrain so frequently that they have shaped ecology and civilisation alike. Animals hide in shells, trees...
    By Brandon Sanderson
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  • Soul Music
    The sixteenth Discworld novel. This is a story about sex and drugs and Music With Rocks In. Well... one out of three ain't bad. Being sixteen is always difficult, even more so when there's a Death in the family. After all, it's hard to grow up normally when Grandfather rides a white horse and wields a scythe. Especially if he...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Mort
    It is known as the Discworld. It is a flat planet, supported on the backs of four elephants, who in turn stand on the back of the great turtle A'Tuin as it swims majestically through space. And it is quite possibly the funniest place in all of creation. Death comes to us all. When he came to Mort, he offered...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • A Short History of Nearly Everything
    In A Short History of Nearly Everything, Bill Bryson embarks on a captivating journey through time and space, unravelling the mysteries of the universe and the fundamental principles that govern our existence. From the explosive birth of the cosmos in the Big Bang to the emergence of human civilisation, Bryson weaves an intricate tapestry that not only illuminates the grandeur...
    By Bill Bryson
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  • Guards! Guards!
    The eighth Discworld novel and first in the City Watch series - revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. 'NOBLE DRAGONS DON'T HAVE FRIENDS. THE NEAREST THEY CAN GET TO THE IDEA IS AN ENEMY WHO IS STILL ALIVE.' The city of Ankh-Morpork is in turmoil, its citizens revolting. Again. A shadowy secret brotherhood...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • In the Bush
    In the Bush is the fourth title in the popular and award-winning 'explore & discover' series. The successful author and illustrator combination of Gillian Candler and Ned Barraud turn their attention to the New Zealand bush and its iconic animals and plants. Young readers will be fascinated to learn more about familiar creatures as well as discover other intriguing plants...
    By Gillian Candler
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  • The Secret History
    This edition contains a revision of the existing translation, revision of chronology and genealogy, and a new introduction of 4-6000 words, new notes, and a new selection of further reading. A trusted member of the Byzantine establishment, Procopius was the Empire's official chronicler, and his History of the Wars of Justinian proclaimed the strength and wisdom of the Emperor's reign....
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  • Small Gods
    The thirteenth Discworld novel - revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. Small Gods 'You should do things because they're right. Not because gods say so. They might say something different another time.' Religion is a competitive business in the Discworld. Everyone has their own opinion and their own gods, of every shape and...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Lords And Ladies
    The fourteenth Discworld novel. "His spectacular inventiveness makes the Discworld series one of the perennial joys of modern fiction" — Mail on Sunday The Discworld is very much like our own - if our own were to consist of a flat planet balanced on the back of four elephants which stand on the back of a giant turtle, that is......
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • The Lord of the Rings
    All three parts of The Lord of the Rings in one paperback, with brand new packaging and, for the first time, containing the definitive edition of the text and a revised and expanded index. Since it was first published in 1954, The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworldliness, its...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • In the Company of Gardeners
    In the Company of Gardeners offers a magnificent collection of gardens from across New Zealand, captured in stunning photographs, accompanied by informative and entertaining text that provides a thoughtful commentary on New Zealand gardening in the twenty-first century. Beautifully photographed by top garden photographer Juliet Nicholas, this book is a visual feast. However, it is much more than just a...
    By Sue Allison and Juliet Nicholas
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  • Six of Crows TV TIE IN
    Experience the Grishaverse as it leaps from page to screen with Shadow and Bone, now a Netflix original series. Delve into the critically acclaimed world of Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows, the first instalment of the Six of Crows Duology, which has reached number one on the New York Times bestseller list. Welcome to Ketterdam, a bustling hub of international...
    By Leigh Bardugo
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  • The Silmarillion
    The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien is a magnificent precursor to The Lord of the Rings, offering readers a richly detailed account of the earlier ages of Middle-earth. This enchanting narrative spans from the creation of the world through the tumultuous events of the First and Second Ages, concluding with the setting up of the Third Age, where the stories of...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • Frankenstein
    Obsessed by creating life itself, Victor Frankenstein plunders graveyards for the material to fashion a new being, which he shocks into life by electricity. But his botched creature, rejected by Frankenstein and denied human companionship, sets out to destroy his maker and all that he holds dear. Mary Shelley's chilling gothic tale was conceived when she was only eighteen, living...
    By Mary Shelley
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  • The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
    'One of the greatest achievements in comedy. A work of staggering genius' - David Walliams An international phenomenon and pop-culture classic, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy has been a radio show, TV series, novel, stage play, comic book, and film. Following the galactic (mis)adventures of Arthur Dent, Hitchhiker's in its various incarnations has captured the imaginations of curious minds...
    By Douglas Adams
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  • Nature Guide To The New Zealand Forest
    An ecological field guide to New Zealand's native forests. In one volume, it provides identification for a range of common plants (including trees and shrubs, vines and epiphytes, ground plants, fungi, mosses, and liverworts) and animals (birds, reptiles, insects, and mammals). It also offers insights into the interactions between them: the role of birds in the life cycle of plants,...
    By John Dawson and Rob Lucas
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  • The Fellowship of the Ring
    Special unjacketed hardback edition of the first part of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings. This edition features the complete story with a unique cover design embellished with gold foil and the iconic maps of Middle-earth appearing in red and black as endpapers. Sauron, the Dark Lord, has gathered to him all the Rings of Power –...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • A Really Short Journey Through the Body
    A Really Short Journey Through the Body by Bill Bryson and Emma Young is a delightful and enlightening exploration of the human body, tailored specifically for younger readers. This fully illustrated edition is an engaging adaptation of Bryson's bestselling work, plunging into the intricate and awe-inspiring workings of our bodies. With wit and charm, the authors guide readers through an...
    By Bill Bryson and Emma Young
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  • Words of Radiance
    THE INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON BEHIND THE COSMERE The race to find the Shard artifacts is on... Return to a planet swept by apocalyptic storms, a world tipping into war as aristocratic families move to control the shard blades and shard plates, ancient artifacts from a past civilisation that can win wars. As the world tips into a war for control of...
    By Brandon Sanderson
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  • Hogfather
    The twentieth Discworld novel and fourth in the Death series—revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. 'OH, THERE HAS TO BE SOMETHING IN THE STOCKING THAT MAKES A NOISE,' said Death, 'OTHERWISE WHAT IS 4-30 A.M. FOR?' Superstition makes things work in the Discworld, and undermining it can have Consequences. It's just not right...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Beginning Beekeeping
    A full colour guide to beekeeping basics with over 120 photos and instructions for starting and maintaining healthy, productive hives. Beginning Beekeeping is a simple, straightforward approach that gives you the basics to get started with beekeeping, while following a balanced, objective approach that weighs the pros and cons of conventional and organic methodologies. Featuring more than 120 beautiful colour...
    By Tanya Phillips
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  • Lords And Ladies
    The fourteenth Discworld novel and fourth in the Witches series - revamped with a fresh bold look targeting a new generation of fantasy fans. Lords And Ladies explores a world where people couldn't quite recall what life was like when the elves roamed free. Life was certainly more interesting then but often much shorter, and more colourful if you were...
    By Terry Pratchett
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  • Frankenstein
    Launching a major new paperback series: Penguin English Library The Penguin English Library Edition of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Never did I behold a vision so horrible as his face, of such loathsome, yet appalling hideousness A twisted, upside-down creation myth, Mary Shelley's chilling Gothic tale lays bare the dark side of science, and the horror within us all. It...
    By Mary Shelley
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  • The Return of the King
    Darkness Will Bind Them… watch The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 2 on Prime Video. Begin your journey into Middle-earth. A New Legend Begins on Prime Video, in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. The third part of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic adventure The Lord of the Rings. The Dark Lord has risen, and...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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  • Jekka's Complete Herb Book
    Jekka's Complete Herb Book is one of the all-time classic gardening bestsellers, featuring over 350 varieties of herbs to grow and more than 200 delicious and inventive recipes. This spread-by-spread reference work brings together all aspects of an individual herb, including its history and folklore, species to grow, and its cosmetic, medicinal, and culinary uses. Chapters on propagation, harvesting, and...
    By Jekka Mcvicar
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  • The Silmarillion
    The Silmarillion
    The Silmarillion by J.R.R. Tolkien, is an epic masterpiece that delves into the rich and intricate mythology preceding The Lord of the Rings. This seminal work elaborates the cosmic and historical events that shape the world of Middle-earth, providing profound insights into the lore that underpins Tolkien's more famous novels. In this special edition, the story is brought vividly to...
    By J. R. R. Tolkien
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