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New For You - Aotearoa New Zealand - April 2024 - Christchurch City Libraries

Have a taste of home-grown books! Here are some of our best New Zealand new arrivals for this month. Fiction, Biography, Poetry, and more.

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  • Laugh-out-loud and sobering in equal turns, On Call is a memoir from inside the operating room and everything it takes to survive.
    BookAuckland : HarperCollins Publishers, 2024. — 617.092 MER
  • In "Still Standing," Dame Anna Crighton shares her remarkable journey from a tumultuous past to becoming a fearless defender of Christchurch's heritage, offering an inspiring tale of resilience and triumph amidst adversity, perfect for…
    BookChristchurch, New Zealand : Canterbury University Press, 2024. — 993.83 CRI
  • Embark on a journey with Frances, a newcomer to 1860s New Zealand, as she navigates the complexities of settler life and confronts past heartache when faced with Henry, amidst the backdrop of rising conflict between settlers and iwi, in a…
    BookAuckland, New Zealand : Penguin Books, 2024. — HISTORICAL
  • Budget Like a Legend

    Hot Tips From a Guy Who's Been There

    Wislang, Cameron
    This book is a Kiwi's no-nonsense guide to changing your mindset, building a budget, and beginning your path to wealth, no matter where your starting point - from someone who's been there.
    BookAuckland : HarperCollins Publishers New Zealand, 2024. — 332.024 WIS
  • Join Andrew, Jess, Jaryd, and Liv on a summer road trip through Italy, where their relationships are tested by temptation, drugs, and a defining accident, unravelling closely guarded secrets and exploring the importance of emotional…
    BookAuckland : Bateman Books, [2024] — FICTION
  • Join financial journalist Liam Dann as he addresses common money questions in a friendly, informative manner, drawing on decades of experience and insights from prominent figures, making understanding finance as enjoyable as chatting over…
    BookAuckland, New Zealand : Penguin Random House New Zealand, [2024]. — 332.024 DAN
  • The Secrets They Kept is the story of a young woman's quest to discover the truth about her mother's unexplained death - and her own identity.
    BookAuckland : Mary Egan Publishing, [2024]. — FICTION
  • A chilling new novel of psychological suspense from one of New Zealand's most multi-talented writers.
    BookAuckland : Penguin Books, 2024. — FICTION
  • Follow Rosemary, a multifaceted trans girl, on a journey of self-discovery and family reconciliation in "kitten," a novel that blends humour, tenderness, and complexity, offering a comforting love story that resonates with readers seeking…
    BookWellington : Te Herenga Waka University Press, 2024. — FICTION
  • Escape to the island of Naxos with this beautiful debut novel about finding friendship and love in the most unexpected of places, perfect for fans of Nicky Pellegrino, Emily Henry, Rebecca Serle and Joanne Harris.
    BookAuckland, New Zealand : Moa Press, 2024. — FICTION
  • Feijoa

    a Story of Obsession & Belonging

    Evans, Kate (Journalist)
    Inspired by a personal obsession with this singular exotic fruit, Feijoa is a sweeping, global tale about the dance between people and plants - how we need each other, how we change each other, and the surprising ways certain species make…
    BookAuckland, New Zealand : Moa Press, 2024. — 634.42 EVA
  • Be Kind to Your Mind

    a Journey of Mental Health & Wellbeing With Practical Tools for Wobbly Days

    Grace, Julia
    Using stories, science and humour, Julia offers a clearer understanding of how the brain works, introducing practical tools and better mental health language.
    BookNew Zealand : Julia Grace, 2023. — 158 GRA
  • 101 Ways to Find Calm

    How to Use Your Body to Soothe Your Mind

    Ballagh, Rebekah
    Learn how to safely feel and process your emotions, how to rewire your brain and nervous system, and how to deeply connect with yourself with bestselling author Rebekah Ballagh.
    BookAuckland, New Zealand : Allen & Unwin, 2024. — 158.1 BAL
  • Aiming High

    the Story of Byron Brown and His Granddaughter Mary-Annette

    Buchan, Di
    Byron Brown - entrepreneur, businessman, community leader, benefactor, broadcaster, environmentalist, philosopher, poet and storyteller, and an internationally recognised expert on the works of Shakespeare and Dickens. Mary-Annette -…
    Book[New Zealand] : Mary Egan Publishing, [2023]. — 920.71 BRO
  • Bob Crowder

    a New Zealand Organics Pioneer

    Morris, Matt, 1974-
    Delve into the fascinating life of Bob Crowder, a pioneering figure in New Zealand's organics movement, as Matt Morris recounts his journey from wartime Britain to becoming a champion of regenerative agriculture, facing challenges and…
    BookDunedin : Otago University Press, 2024. — 631.584 CRO
  • Best-selling author Emma Galloway returns with a feast of new and seasonal vegetarian and gluten-free recipes, filled with her signature inventive, flavour-driven techniques, minimalist styling and stunning photography.
    BookAuckland, New Zealand : Harpercollins Publishers, 2016. — 641.563 GAL
  • Chop Chop

    Asian-inspired Family Favourites

    McGregor, Brett, 1972-
    Join Original MasterChef NZ winner Brett McGregor on a culinary adventure, as he presents a collection of simple, flavourful, and healthy Asian-inspired recipes that are perfect for weeknight cooking, showcasing the ease of creating…
    Book[Auckland] : Penguin Random House New Zealand, 2016. — 641.595 MCG
  • Dinner, Done Better

    Fast, Fresh & Fuss-free Meals

    My Food Bag (Firm)
    Simplify your weeknight cooking with My Food Bag's top recipes from the last decade, featuring quick and flavourful meals, healthy options, plant-based dishes, impressive weekend recipes, and essential sauces and spice mixes, all designed…
    Book[Auckland, New Zealand] : Penguin Books, 2024. — 641.54 MY
  • Dish SWEET is your one-stop cookbook for the very best of dish baking, desserts, slices, ice creams, cheesecakes and more.
    BookAuckland, New Zealand : SCG Media, [2023] — 641.815 TUC
  • Delve into the fascinating life of Harry Head, a multi-talented explorer and free spirit who traversed the globe in the 1880s, witnessing the profound changes of the Victorian Era while embracing adventure and shunning conventional norms,…
    BookChristchurch, New Zealand : Steve Lowndes, [2023]. — 910.41 HEA