New Release Non-Fiction

From the front bench to rock bottom: Go Hard or Go Home is Kiri Allan's fearless memoir of ambition, disruption and survival in NZ politics and beyond. Kiri Allan's six-year political career spanned some of the most challenging times in recent history. Events a government might encounter once in a generation stacked up: a terrorist attack, a volcanic eruption, destructive and deadly...

Back to the bush with the bestselling author of Sam The Trap Man. Sam Gibson's best-selling debut, Sam The Trap Man, introduced us to a natural-born storyteller with a deep enthusiasm for the ngahere. Now, Sam takes us back to the bush with another round of cracking yarns and hard-case characters, as well as a guide to edible native plants...

This is the gripping, often surprising story of one of New Zealand's toughest and most resilient fighters. Shane Cameron rose from humble beginnings to become a dominant force in the Australasian heavyweight division. Known for his explosive power and fearless fighting style, Cameron captured multiple national titles and fought 'The Fight of the Century' against David Tua in the biggest...

A love letter to modern fatherhood and being a stay-at-home dad by one of NZ's most popular storytellers. Louis Davis (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Whātua) is one of Aotearoa's most popular storytellers, with a combined global audience of three million people tuning in to see his heartfelt and funny videos about fatherhood, fishing, and whānau life. But even with three young children—and...

The first full book featuring social media sensation Mr. Skelly, with over 5 million global followers, a skeleton who teaches us that life is a gift to be treasured, reminding us how lucky we all are to live in this present moment. For readers of The Book of Gifts and The Little Frog’s Guide to Self Care. In this poignant,...

The Art and Science of Continuous Improvement From delinquent to doctor, Paul Wood knows first-hand how far we can take our lives if we address what holds us back. At the age of 18, Wood was sent to New Zealand's toughest prison. Almost 11 years later, in 2006, he walked out a free man, escaping his past and becoming a...

The Pumpkin Spice Café Cookbook, inspired by Laurie Gilmore’s #1 New York Times bestselling series Welcome to the cozy small town of Dream Harbor, where the townsfolk love a sweet treat and the aroma of freshly baked cookies is never far away …Whip up recipes straight from the books, including: Noah’s Blueberry Pancakes, perfect for brunch Deliciously nostalgic Loganberry Pie...

Capture His Story, Honor His Legacy The Official Hear Your Story Collection Your dad's story is more than just memories-it's a journey filled with wisdom, experiences, and defining moments that shaped his life. Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story is a guided journal that gives him the chance to share those stories in his own words, creating a legacy...

Introducing Marrow: Whole Animal Eating, a forthcoming cookbook by Nick Thomson, founder of Marrow — a celebrated butchery and home store in Ōrewa and another in Devonport, Auckland. Inspired by his friend Fergus Henderson’s renowned Nose to Tail philosophy, Nick presents a contemporary perspective on whole-animal cooking. The book guides readers through the animal from head to tail, offering recipes...

A new edition of the bestselling 2024 memoir by a former NZSAS commander, on serving in Afghanistan over four deployments and operating at the edge of his limits. 'Frighteningly, devastatingly real.' - The Post In 2011, following the Taliban siege on Kabul's Intercontinental Hotel, an SAS soldier identified only as Serviceman J was awarded New Zealand's second highest military honour...

There is an invisible weapon among us. By the time you know you are a victim, it has turned you into a killer. A blistering new non-fiction thriller from the Baillie Gifford shortlisted author of Nuclear War (200,000 copies sold). A lab accident, a bio-attack, a global pandemic, and the collapse of human society. In this essential new book, based...

This is the voice of a writer with a keen sense of life’s mundane weirdness, and a poet’s knack for startling imagery. One Year Out is a valuable addition to the personal essay genre. - Airini Beautrais One Year Out traces one terrible, beautiful year through addiction, public rehab, and mental unravelling - then an unexpected move to Bali, where...

Pies are a Kiwi institution! Flaky golden pastry containing a rich and succulent filling — they’re the perfect human fuel for any road trip, and the first thing many of us crave whenever we stray too far from these shores. But why limit yourself to whatever’s lurking in the petrol station pie warmer when you can learn the secrets to...

Powerful ideas for each day of the year from the author of the #1 worldwide bestseller, Atomic Habits. Based on the principles that made Atomic Habits a global phenomenon, this daily calendar turns habit formation into a simple daily practice. Get actionable guidance, motivational insights, and system-building tools that make it easier to get a little bit better—every day of...

From the only author ever to have won both the Booker Prize and the Baillie Gifford Prize comes a dazzling collection of writing, essays and speeches. Heresy allows a writer to write freely, allows writing to be an act of joy that arises from the same deep place where laughter lives, countering the farce of dogma with the reality of...

The extraordinary story of Atlassian - how two university friends with a billion-dollar idea created a global tech company. In a cramped share house in inner-city Sydney, university classmates Mike Cannon-Brookes and Scott Farquhar started working together to create a $160 billion company from scratch and revolutionise the way the world works. They couldn't have been more different - Cannon-Brookes...

For four decades, photographer Derek Smith has explored the way New Zealanders travel, work, and express themselves through the vehicles they drive. Roadscapes is his compelling photographic journey through the heartland of New Zealand, capturing our unique car cultures and the social landscapes they inhabit across Aotearoa.

Wake up and take control of your life! One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want in life is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power. But there is unlimited power that lies dormant within us all. We all have a sleeping giant within us. Each of us has our own bit of...

The bestselling biography of cartoonist Murray Ball, creator of Footrot Flats. In Murray Ball: A Cartoonist's Life, Murray's son Mason Ball shares all the hits and misses and long years of hard graft that went into what would become the wildly successful creative enterprise: Footrot Flats. From his unique viewpoint and with candid honesty, Mason reveals the real-life backstory to...

Your Story, Grandpa is a guided journal for grandpas that will serve as a bridge between generations, a great conversation starter, and a cherished collection of family history. Families are rich with stories, but often these go undocumented and uncelebrated. This journal empowers grandpas to capture their life experiences. Grandpas will take on the role as author to their own...

This bestselling diary, now in its 9th edition, is a transformational tool for conscious living, helping readers align with lunar rhythms, release the past, and manifest meaningful change throughout the astrological year. Work with the Moon to realign with your purpose, deepen your spiritual practice, and consciously create your dream life—month by month—in 2027. Living in alignment with the lunar...

Death is a certainty, but what happens in the lead-up—and in its aftermath—is anything but predictable. Nobody knows this better than those who work with death every day. There's no time for an existential crisis when your 9-to-5 involves responding to fatal plane accidents, transporting organs for urgent surgery, or fending off a dying man's request for Nickelback. In this...

Redfern grit, Rabbitohs glory, Broncos pride – Adam Reynolds breaks his silence. On My Own Terms by Adam Reynolds is a powerful memoir from a rugby league icon whose journey began in the heart of Redfern, taking him all the way to the top of the NRL. From humble beginnings, Adam grew up surrounded by community, struggle, and the relentless...

The first three books in Kate DiCamillo’s beloved series, now in one essential collection! This one-volume collection contains the first three books about the porcine wonder—Mercy Watson to the Rescue, Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride, and Mercy Watson Fights Crime—all abundantly illustrated in full color by Chris Van Dusen. The perfect way to introduce the fun, iconic series to...

The Seasons of the Witch series returns with Autumn Tarot, an exploration of mystery, magic and transformative transitions. Delight in a new expression of the much-loved and iconic Rider-Waite-Smith tarot, told through the hauntingly lovely lens of every witch’s favourite time of year, Autumn. In a season that’s as much about harvest as it is about release, let spiritual teacher...

The Crown meets The West Wing in this illuminating history that chronicles the largely unknown story of Queen Elizabeth II’s relationship with thirteen American presidents, from Harry S. Truman to Donald J. Trump. With that, she changed the world. No American or foreign leader has met with as many sitting presidents as Queen Elizabeth II. Her Royal Majesty’s seventy-year reign...

In 2008, Annabelle Chauncy, a 21-year-old Australian backpacker and law student, visited a school in Uganda, a country that had the highest school dropout rates in the world. Shocked by the decrepit buildings, the lack of resources, the absence of skilled teachers and the poor life prospects of the students, she decided to act. Eighteen years later, her foundation, School...

Grow trees with confidence and creativity in your garden. From the world-renowned Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this essential guide by tree expert, Tony Kirkham, is the ultimate companion for anyone looking to plant and nurture trees successfully. Packed with 12 easy, inspiring projects and beautiful botanical illustrations, The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Trees combines practical advice with creative ideas,...

Fill your garden with colour by learning how to choose, plant and care for bulbs. From the world-renowned Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this essential guide by bulb expert Richard Wilford is the ultimate companion for anyone looking to plant and enjoy bulbs throughout the year. Packed with 12 easy, inspiring projects and beautiful botanical illustrations, The Kew Gardener's Guide to...

Transform your garden into a haven for pollinators. A seasonal plant guide to boost your biodiversity and make your garden a pollinator-friendly haven. Pollinator populations—whether bees, hoverflies, butterflies, or moths—are declining globally and there's an urgent need to reverse the decline. That's where gardens come in. Any outside space can help sustain and increase wildlife, but how can your garden...

The inspirational memoir of the former Carlton Football Club captain who twice survived cancer, returning to the game braver and stronger after each recovery. Sam Docherty was the heart of Carlton Football Club during his 171-game career. Born to a footy obsessed family on Phillip Island, Sam grew up with dreams of playing for his beloved Carlton, a dream that...

Your magic is in the mess. Christian O'Connell is the only broadcaster in history to achieve #1 ratings on two continents and is the first National Breakfast host in Australian radio history. For almost 30 years, he has connected with millions of people daily — without scripts, without safety nets, and often without a plan. He's written a warm, funny,...

Optimal is a myth-busting guide on testosterone from leading male health expert Dr Jeff Foster, designed to help men feel stronger, healthier, and get back to their best selves. Testosterone: it’s a powerhouse hormone that fuels men’s energy, focus, mood, and vitality at every age. Yet despite its importance, testosterone is surrounded by confusion, stigma, and half-truths. In this accessible,...

What if you sat down and wrote your own eulogy while you were still alive?At age twenty-six, podcast host Bradley Dryburgh sat down and wrote his own eulogy. Living with cystic fibrosis, a chronic and life-limiting illness, Bradley has spent his life confronting mortality head-on. But nothing prepared him for the emotional whirlwind of reading his own eulogy aloud to...

THE bible for anyone looking to build a brand from scratch, from the co-founders of global success frank body.The only thing scarier than a new idea is an old one.Jessica Hatzis and Bree Johnson, co-founders of cult branding agency Willow & Blake and the $100m global skincare brand frank body, share their expert advice on building a brand from scratch...

A captivating journey through the world's finest rums, this fully illustrated guide explores the origins, stories, craftsmanship, and delicious recipes of this exquisite drink.Embark on a captivating journey through the world of rum with this fully illustrated guide. In the World of Rum, steeped in rich history and tradition, there's always something new to learn: From rich white and warm...

An anti-inflammatory protocol to reset your gut, rewire your brain and supercharge your body.Bestselling author Lee Holmes delves into the hidden driver of many chronic health challenges – systemic inflammation. This pervasive yet often overlooked condition lies at the root of ailments ranging from digestive disorders and hormonal imbalances to heart disease, cognitive decline, and autoimmune conditions. Drawing on the...

A GUARDIAN, NEW STATESMAN, PROSPECT AND WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2025 'The fascinating story of ancient words … new revelations await' The Guardian 'A magisterial feat' New Scientist ________________________________ One ancient language transformed our world. This is its story. Star. Stjarna. Stare. Thousands of miles apart, people look up at the night sky and use the same word to describe...

Tramontana is a culinary journey through Italy’s northwestern frontier – from the sunlit coastlines of Liguria to the snow-capped peaks of Aosta. Following the ancient salt trading routes that wind inland from the Mediterranean, Simon Bajada uncovers a rich and surprising tapestry of regional food culture, where fresh, delicate coastal dishes give way to the buttery, hearty fare of the...

He wrote one of the biggest hits of our age in 'about an hour' in his childhood bedroom. He would go on to collaborate with some of the greatest musicians of all time, from Aretha Franklin to Stevie Wonder. He was a pop star who bleached his hair blonde, wore tiny shorts and, at the same time, critiqued his own...

An intimate memoir portraying a life spent trying to describe the indescribable—from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist of The Hours and Day. Go ahead. Try using language to slit the skin of mortality to see what’s on the other side. At the age of three, Michael Cunningham began obsessively collecting the names of things: oak, Chevrolet, finch, tulip, Tupperware… Each word...

This is not just an inspiring story. It's a blueprint for performing at your best when the stakes are highest. Matt Formston AM is a multi-sport World Champion, Guinness World Record holder and Paralympian. Parallel to his elite sporting achievements, he has built a career as a senior corporate executive, board chair and executive coach. He is also blind. None...

Enjoy a responsible night on the town or a drinking-to-forget kind of night with 66 drinks and bar bites for everyone inspired by Hazbin Hotel on Prime Video.“Everyone likes to b*tch to the bartender.” —HuskJoin your favorite wayward sinners at the bar with this officially licensed Hazbin Hotel bar book! With more than 60 recipes for mocktails, cocktails, heavenly mocktails...

100 contemporary patchwork designs using the popular log cabin block, ideal for anyone wanting a modern take on this famous block. One of the most widely used patchwork techniques, the log cabin block consists of sewing strips of fabric—the logs—around a central square. In Log Cabin Quilt Blocks, textile artist Catherine-Marie Longtin guides the reader through 100 contemporary designs of...