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Paula Morris’ Exceptional Essay On Coming Home
Don’t underestimate On Coming Home by Paula Morris. This short yet punchy essay-style story brings to question the meaning of returning home, belonging to a place, and where a traveller fits in their own country. Full of references to academics, novelists, and philosophers the world over, On Coming Home is a thought-provoking read that will…
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Michael Bennett’s Better the Blood is an Addictive, Intense Read
Better the Blood has been on my radar for a while now, and finally, after months – probably a year at this point – I have finally picked it up. The first thing I need to say is this: I am sorry Michael Bennett, for taking this long to read your immersive, incredible, and inspirational…
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Why Are NZ Voices Important?
Why should you read New Zealand books? That might be a question you’re asking yourself if you’ve a reader from outside of the country, or someone without a connection to Aotearoa New Zealand. There’s a simple answer to that: why not? Kiwi voices are just as interesting, immersive, informative, and important as voices from other…
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Everything is Beautiful and Everything Hurts By Josie Shapiro – Heartfelt Literary Sports Fiction
If you’re a fan of From Lukov With Love and Carrie Soto Is Back, then I have another sports lit fiction to add to your reading list. Josie Shapiro’s Everything is Beautiful and Everything Hurts is a stunning debut from a phenomenal kiwi talent, showcasing the highs and lows of long-distance running and the turmoils…
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Aotearoa New Zealand Book Month
I’m not sure if it is officially NZ Book Month, but I sure will be preaching NZ authors, books, stories, and voices this month to support New Zealand literature. There are so many books I have read over the last few months in preparation for this event, so keep your eyes peeled for my NZ…
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