They’re small, cool and – after starring in a cult movie classic – they’re very much a Kiwi icon. Minis are loved by drivers from all walks of life and have been popular with us Kiwis since their launch 47 years ago – more than a lifetime for some of us. And while the rest of […]
A classic car that’s still cheery Read Post »
I’m not really a great fan of seafood but the bloke of the house got rather excited when he spotted the Seafood Bible, and it goes without saying that you can never have too many ideas for salads. Both these books are packed with fresh ideas and colourful photos and, while none of the recipes
Inspiration for summer cooking Read Post »
We all have obsessions: for some of us it’s the quite sensible compulsion to buy designer handbags, for others it’s collecting stamps or not stepping on cracks on the footpath. This little book takes a humorous look at the weird obsessions of some very weird people. Joseph Pujol is a prime example. Mr Pujol was
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Us Kiwis have always been suckers for Aussie farming stories, in book and on TV, so it’s no surprise that Rachael Treasure’s books are proving popular. In this story, loveable larrikin Kate Webster is the star. Kate tends to live for today and worry about tomorrow when it happens. Unfortunately, she has a habit of
Easy read and not too soppy Read Post »
There’s probably not a lot you can say about Sir Edmund Hillary that we don’t already know. Sir Ed is the stuff of legend: he scaled the world’s highest peak then proudly proclaimed to the world that he’d “knocked the bastard off” and cranked up his trusty tractor for a wee trip to the South
Getting to know our Sir Ed Read Post »
We all know the story of Lesley Martin, the voluntary euthanasia campaigner who became a household name when she was jailed for the attempted murder of her terminally ill mother. Martin has already written one book, To Die Like a Dog, and this one picks up where it left off. It was that first book that
Detailed and compelling reading Read Post »
This is the companion book to the Little Red Book of Selling and claims to contain 99.5 real-world answers that make sense, make sales and make money. I haven’t actually taken the advice offered for a test drive so I cant vouch for its accuracy or effectiveness but I can promise you that this little book is incredibly upbeat
Want answers? This bloke has them Read Post »
As six-year-old Kaitlyn’s family is torn apart and her life changed forever when she witnesses her alcoholic father almost kill her little brother Christopher. The toddler survives the attack and after being taken into care is eventually adopted by a wealthy family. Most of all, Kaitlyn dreams of being reunited with her brother. However, the
Tough childhood gives story depth Read Post »
Without a doubt, one of the most useful things about being online is e-mail. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the worst things about being online. While e-mail has revolutionised the way we keep in touch, becoming an important means of communication in today’s world, it is a double-edged sword. The unpleasant side effect of being
Nicely put together guide to controlling your email Read Post »
So, tell me what you don’t like about yourself? Fans of TV series Nip/Tuck may think they know all there is to know about the world of silicone implants and brow lifts but there’s so much more than all the glitz and glamour on the small screen. Thinking about getting some work done?Something lifted, smoothed
Your guide to personal panel-beating Read Post »
