A candid and comprehensive account from one of National's main powerbrokers during the John Key years.'Few ministers have such influence and make the impact and contribution Steven Joyce did. We knew him as Mr Fixit; the press gallery called him The Minister for Everything; but the public saw it more simply. He was the guy who got the stuff they wanted done and he did it in spades and with style.' - Sir John Key'Steven Joyce was at the heart of...

Walk the streets of Istanbul and you’ll see a city of wonderful contradictions: step out of a stylish modern bar and you’re likely to turn a corner and find lamb kebabs roasting over coals on a tiny food cart, in the shadow of towering minarets.This fascinating place, where East meets West and Europe borders Asia, inspired Rebecca Seal and Steven Joyce to create Istanbul, a food tour of the city.From simple meze dishes to fragrant Ottoman-era stews, this bo...

Full of history, great food and bursting with character, Portugal’s capital is a one of Europe’s most charming cities. In Lisbon, Rebecca Seal shares her favourite recipes, inspired by her travels.Set on seven hills, Lisbon features world-class beaches, city views and wild forests. And the food is as diverse as the surroundings – from the bars in Bairro Alto to the cafes in Chiado, there’s something for everyone. Try the tasty Roasted octopus with smoked p...

From Muldoon to Luxon, untold stories from the House of ParliamentBarry Soper has spent close to five decades questioning New Zealand's prime ministers.From the imposing, larger-than-life characters of Rob Muldoon and David Lange, to the golden age of Helen Clark and John Key, and the post-Covid era of Jacinda Ardern and the 'Chrises', Soper's insight and nose for a story are second to none.One Last Question, Prime Minister is the story of a working life me...

The inside story of Ian Foster's All Blacks'A stunningly honest and insightful account of what it takes to coach the All Blacks.' - Gregor PaulAppointed as head coach 2019, Ian Foster led the All Blacks through one of the most tumultuous periods of the team's 120-year history.Leading Under Pressure is a fascinating look into the pressure cooker inner-sanctum of the world's most famous rugby team. With revelations about Foster's time in the ...

A remarkable account of the trial that gripped New Zealand by one of New Zealand's finest writers'Braunias has been consistently writing at the top of his game for more than two decades now. No one can approach him for style or skill.' - Philip Mathews, Aotearoa New Zealand Review of BooksIn Polkinghorne, literary journalist Steve Braunias takes readers on an extraordinary and often chilling journey through the most high-profile murder cas...