Te Hāpua Reads: April 2021

Rescue and Resilience on Kangaroo Island

by Wild, Kailas

Book - 2020

Anita: Powerful images and genuine descriptions drew me into reading this book. A tragic account of what happened but heartwarming to see how some people helped with the koalas. Also available as an eBook. Anita: Powerful images and genuine descriptions drew me into reading this book. A tragic account of what happened but heartwarming to see how some people helped with the koalas. Also available as an eBook. Show less

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Miss Violet's Doll's House

Magical Makes for your Miniature World

by McKechnie, Sam

Book - 2017

Anne: This is a beautifully photographed and styled book that will encourage those with affection for doll’s houses to engage their creativity in an accessible, fun and whimsical way. Anne: This is a beautifully photographed and styled book that will encourage those with affection for doll’s houses to engage their creativity in an accessible, fun and whimsical way. Show less

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Troy

by Fry, Stephen, 1957-

Book - 2020

Alice: A refreshingly modern retelling of the Trojan war, in which Paris is still exactly as spoilt as we left him in the Illiad. Also available as an eBook or Downloadable Audiobook. Alice: A refreshingly modern retelling of the Trojan war, in which Paris is still exactly as spoilt as we left him in the Illiad. Also available as an eBook or Downloadable Audiobook. Show less

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The Element in the Room

Investigating the Atomic Ingredients That Make up your Home

by Barfield, Mike

Book - 2018

Ashley: A fun approach to learning about chemical elements that is aimed at children (and adults who want a quick and easy way to load-up on facts for quiz night). Ashley: A fun approach to learning about chemical elements that is aimed at children (and adults who want a quick and easy way to load-up on facts for quiz night). Show less

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The Loneliness of the Long-distance Cartoonist

by Tomine, Adrian, 1974-

Book - 2020

Dan: A brutally honest biographical graphic novel detailing some of the most memorable, difficult and embarrassing moments of this independent cartoonist’s life. Dan: A brutally honest biographical graphic novel detailing some of the most memorable, difficult and embarrassing moments of this independent cartoonist’s life. Show less

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Food Pharmacy

A Guide to Gut Bacteria, Anti-inflammatory Foods, and Eating for Health : A Prescription Diet You Will Never Overdose on

by Aurell, Lina Nertby

Book - 2017

Hong: This book is about connections between intestinal flora, inflammation and health with easy-to-understand scientific explanations and practical guides for food choice and preparation. Particularly useful for people with inflammation issues. Hong: This book is about connections between intestinal flora, inflammation and health with easy-to-understand scientific explanations and practical guides for food choice and preparation. Particularly useful for people with inflammation issues. Show less

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Away With the Penguins

by Prior, Hazel

Book - 2020

Jennifer: Meet Veronica McCreedy - a 86 year old British lady yearning for another adventure. Following an unsuccessful meeting with her long-lost grandso...Show more Jennifer: Meet Veronica McCreedy - a 86 year old British lady yearning for another adventure. Following an unsuccessful meeting with her long-lost grandson, she decides to explore Antarctica where a penguin named Pip saves her life. A quirky novel; full of wit, irony and sarcasm - based in reality but completely devoid of it! Also available as an eBook. Show less

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Couch Fiction

A Graphic Tale of Psychotherapy

by Perry, Philippa, 1957-

Graphic Novel - 2020

Juliet: A fast, readable, feel-good glimpse into the world of a therapist and her client. He is a kleptomaniac with no insight into his inner life and it's a joy to follow his journey. Juliet: A fast, readable, feel-good glimpse into the world of a therapist and her client. He is a kleptomaniac with no insight into his inner life and it's a joy to follow his journey. Show less

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Me

by John, Elton, 1947-

Book - 2019

Kate: A well-written and really interesting read of one of the biggest music icons of our time, written by the man himself. Even if you’re not a huge Elt...Show more Kate: A well-written and really interesting read of one of the biggest music icons of our time, written by the man himself. Even if you’re not a huge Elton John fan, would still recommend giving this one a go. Also available in Large Print and as a Downloadable Audiobook. Show less

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Because Internet

Understanding How Language Is Changing

by McCulloch, Gretchen

Downloadable Audiobook - 2019

Ky: Have you ever wondered why particular memes become popular? Does it matter if someone sends you a txt message IN ALL CAPS, or if there's a full stop a...Show more Ky: Have you ever wondered why particular memes become popular? Does it matter if someone sends you a txt message IN ALL CAPS, or if there's a full stop at the end? Do you wonder why two people can read the same email and think it means something totally different? Yes or no, this audiobook (narrated by the author) was an absolute riot to listen to, and I learnt so much about how the internet has impacted the way we communicate, online, and in person. Also available as a book, eBook, and in Large Print. Show less

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Stop Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain

What Every Woman and Her Doctor Need to Know

by Cook, Andrew S.

Book - 2012

Michelle: A valuable resource for those living with endometriosis (and for the people around them). Michelle: A valuable resource for those living with endometriosis (and for the people around them). Show less

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The Godmothers

by McInerney, Monica, 1965-

Book - 2020

Sally: A warm and funny story about family, love and friendships. Also available as an eBook, downloadable audiobook, and CD. Sally: A warm and funny story about family, love and friendships. Also available as an eBook, downloadable audiobook, and CD. Show less

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The Women's Room

by French, Marilyn, 1929-2009

Book - 1978

Vivienne: I first read this in the 70’s and remember it causing quite a stir back in the day. It is described as one of the most influential novels of the...Show more Vivienne: I first read this in the 70’s and remember it causing quite a stir back in the day. It is described as one of the most influential novels of the modern feminist movement and I am interested to see if it has the same effect on me this time around. Show less

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