The Last Bear by Hannah Gold | Kids Book Review
Imagine making friends with a polar bear …The Last Bear by Hannah Gold is perfect for readers 8+ and is beautifully illustrated throughout by Levi Pinfold.
The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne by Jonathan Stroud | Kids Book Review
Looking for a new book series for your older child? Set in a broken, future England, where gunfights and monsters collide, The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne is the exciting first title in a phenomenal fantasy teen series by a bestselling children’s novelist.
North & South: A Tale of Two Hemispheres by Sandra Collins | Kids Book Review
New Zealand author and illustrator Sandra Morris' new non-fiction children's book North & South: A Tale of Two Hemispheres marks a beautiful and engaging introduction to the natural world and conservation for young readers, with in-depth facts throughout and a full index and glossary adding interest for older readers.
The Ickabog by J.K. Rowling | Kids Book Review
J.K. Rowling, the author that introduced Harry Potter to the world, is back with her latest children’s book The Ickabog. A magical tale with some interesting twists, The Ickabog is the perfect read for children with big imaginations.
The Boy With Two Shadows by Margaret Mahy
The Boy With Two Shadows by Margaret Mahy follows a little boy and a naughty shadow. Readers big and small will love this imaginative story. See our review.
Little Hector Meets Mini Maui by Ruth Paul
Little Hector Meets Mini Maui by Ruth Paul is a sweet story that takes children under the sea where they explore the importance of friendship and family. Check out Jaxon's review.
Amazing Aotearoa Activity Book | Book Review
From the same author of the incredible picture book Wildlife of Aotearoa, Gavin Bishop, comes The Amazing Aotearoa Activity Book - and it’s awesome! There’s 60+ games, puzzles and activities in a fun, creative and high-quality activity book.
The Great Realisation By Tomos Roberts
The Great Realisation by Tomos Roberts is a celebration of the many things that have brought us together at a time of crisis, from simple acts of kindness, to the creativity within us all.
I Am The Universe | Book Review
A delightful illustrated story about our place in the Universe with a billion star rating. From glittering galaxies, to jam packed city streets, from under the sea to the Milky Way this stunning picture book takes you on a tour around the Universe.
The Inkberg Enigma by Jonathan King
Graphic novel lovers will enjoy this mystery adventure perfect for tweens. See what Emma and her mum thought about The Inkberg Enigma.
The World’s Worst Parents by David Walliams
Get ready to meet the world's worst parents. Check out what Emma and her mum thought of David Walliams latest book.
Hound the Detective | Book Review
Another gorgeous book from the author who both wrote and illustrated award winning book Puffin the Architect, Kimberly. This time we meet Hound, a brilliant detective who sniffs and solves cases like a k9 Sherlock Holmes.
Grumbelina by Esther Krogdahl
Grumbelina by Esther Krogdahl explores the beautiful ups and downs that come with raising a toddler. Full of fun, this look into toddler tantrums is great for little readers. See what Aria and her mum thought about Grumbelina.
Tiny Pieces Of Us by Nicky Pellegrino
Looking for a book that pulls at your heartstrings? Nicky Pellegrino's new book Tiny Pieces Of Us is your next must-have read. See our review.
Abigail and the Restless Raindrop | Book Review
Now Abigail is back, with the next big question and this time she asks how the heck does water get in the clouds?
Kiwi Baby | Book Review
If you're a parent who has introduced a new sibling to your child or you're about to, you'll be aware of the process around this super significant event!
The Midnight Adventures of Ruru and Kiwi | Book Review
If you’re familiar with the Edward Lear rhyme The Owl and the Pussycat then this book will be instantly recognisable to you! A delightful Kiwi adaption, if you like, of the famous poem is a Kiwi way to tell a sweet sweet story about creatures in the moonlight.
Taking the Lead | Book Review
Meet Jacinda Ardern, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, who hopes the things she’s done will help everyone, especially children, to believe that they can do great things too.
Wildlife of Aotearoa | Book Review
From the author of Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story, Gavin Bishop, comes this new incredible picture book Wildlife of Aotearoa. Spectacularly illustrated and spectacularly full to the brim with exploration of New Zealand and it's awesome wildlife.
Hello, New Zealand by Megan McKean | Book Review
In the fourth book in Megan McKean’s Hello…! series, we're heading to New Zealand for a new look-and-find adventure in this fabulous new picture book Hello, New Zealand!
Little Hector and the Big Idea | Book Review
If you’re wanting to raise kids who not only care about the world in which they live but have some kind of kid friendly idea of what’s one problem and what they could do to help, then starting with books like Little Hector and the Big Idea will be the perfect conversation starter!
Dinosaur Hunter | Book Review
There's no beating around the bush with this book, there's no swish went the wind and thwack went the hammer, boom went the dynamite and tack tack went the chisel, nope, we're here to learn about Joan and her journey to become the Dinosaur Hunter who discovered dinosaur fossils in NZ!
Abigail and The Birth of The Sun | Book Review
Such a familiar story to many of us, a kid full of wonder about the universe around them with as many questions about it as there are stars in the sky.
Awesome Books for Kiwi Babies | Book Review
My Body, and Animals, are two of a series of books written and illustrated by Matthew and Fraser Williamson which teach our little learners names, numbers and colours in both English and Maori, and my little red haired tama took to it like a duck to water.
The Cat From Muzzle | Book Review
The Cat From Muzzle traces the true story of a high-country cat’s epic, five-week journey home to New Zealand's most remote station.
Magnus Chase and the Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan Book Review
See our review of Magnus Chase and the Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan, perfect for tweens aged 12+
Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon Book Review
See our review of Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon, a sweet YA contemporary novel perfect for teens 16+
Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven Book Review
See our review of Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven, a YA contemporary novel perfect for teens 15+
Book review: When We Remember to Breathe
There is a sea change happening in parenting books – not only their content and authorship but also the way they are published. ‘When We Remember to Breathe’ is a collaboration this time between two mothers -Michele Powles and Renee Liang - and addresses the ups and down of parenting are laid out in stark detail – no pain or pleasure is glossed over.
Book Review: Is It Bedtime Yet?
'Is It Bedtime Yet?' is a collection of insights from the parenting village of New Zealand bloggers and writers, headed by the hilarious and tell-it-like-it-is, Emily Writes.