Tessa Duder

Alex is a New Zealand classic that has been recognised internationally and loved by many generations. This classic New Zealand series is released in one edition that includes all four of the original Alex titles: Alex Alex in Winter Alessandra: Alex in Rome Songs for Alex The collection includes a foreword from Lani Wendt Young, an introduction from the author,...

What started as an exciting challenge turns into a nightmare when a gale unexpectedly blows up during the night race to Kawau Island. Sam and her mother suddenly find themselves in charge of their yacht with a dangerous task ahead of them. Will Sam be able to save her family? Night Race to Kawau by Tessa Duder is a gripping...

A powerful new historical novel from one of New Zealand's best-loved YA authors An exciting new novel from the author of Alex. In September 1840, two ships arrive on the shores of the Waitemata Harbour to establish Auckland, the new capital of New Zealand. Among the settlers on board the Platina is young Harry, travelling alone and determined to return...