What Auckland’s ‘scene’ was really like in the 90s
Rebecca reminisces with former model Caroline Barron, whose novel Golden Days is set in the era.
Legacy! Legacy! Author Bernardine Evaristo’s grounding in lineage
The author is a reminder of the deep whakapapa of diasporic storytellers and the waters they traverse to nourish us all.
An expert’s guide to foraging for fungi in Aotearoa
Plus, all the accoutrement to look cute doing it.
How a 19th century gothic novel is sinking its teeth into the internet
Dracula has piqued the interest of a new generation, being drip-fed the 1897 gothic novel via daily emails.
The truth about beauty, from an ex-model of the 90s
Author and former agency owner Caroline Barron talks to Tyson Beckett about the changing face, and attitudes, of modelling.
Are you there Judy? It’s us, Ensemble
In a moment of heightened attention for Judy Blume, we revisit our personal connections with the formative author and her works.
Tiny statements: The fascinating history behind Aotearoa’s badges
Their power is not just as historical relics but endures, in their ability to distill complex issues onto a small visible surface.
What actually happens during the library’s Drag Storytime
The wholesome reality behind the ludicrous controversy.
Books in the wild: What Aucklanders are reading
And their favourite spots to get lit(erary).
The best books for inspiration and insight
Try New Year’s resources instead of resolutions.
Beach reads as recommended by cool people
From Hollywood stars to politicians, comedians, and us!
Eat Lit Food’s Albert Cho loves social media because it makes him money
The Instagram star, and now author, hates Twitter, was a fan of Tumblr, and is all about TikTok.
