Category: NZ Biography
An inspirational graphic memoir of growing up Pasifika in New Zealand, written and illustrated by our fast-talking PI Poet Laureate, Selina Tusitala Marsh. At school, Selina is teased for her big, frizzy hair. Kids call her ‘mophead’. She ties her hair up this way and that way and tries to ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography
GO GIRL is a collection of true stories about New Zealand women who have done extraordinary things. They strove for their goals. They weren't afraid to step up or speak out. They blazed a trail for others to follow. This book was written to show that YOU can join them! Just some of the amazing women who ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography
There are many kinds of hero! OH BOY is a striking collection of true stories about amazing New Zealand men who busted stereotypes and broke through obstacles to follow their passion. Heroes can wear rugby boots or ballet shoes. They can go on adventures, build rockets, or save lives. They can change t ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography | Series: David Hill's Kiwi Legends
The little plane has been flying across the sea for eight hours. Huge black clouds surround it. Rain pours in. Wind slams. The aircraft is tossed around like a leaf. The pilot stares into the darkness. How much fuel is left? Is she flying in the right direction? How long till she reaches land? In 1934, ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography
A memoir from award-winning writer and inspirational speaker Tim Tipene. Tim founded the Warrior Kids programme 22 years ago. His courses now empower families and children. Himself the product of rape, Tim spent a miserable childhood in which he was abused by both his birth and foster families. This me ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography | Series: David Hill's Kiwi Legends
Up on the world's highest mountain, the sky is tinged the black color of space and the air is almost too thin to breathe. How did Ed, a small, shy boy from a tiny New Zealand town, grow up to become the world's most famous mountaineer and adventurer? How did he climb Everest and do many other astonishin ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography | Series: David Hill's Kiwi Legends
A stunning biographical picture book for young readers about Sir Peter Blake, world-renowned New Zealand yachtsman, adventurer and environmentalist. 'Remember,' he wrote, 'this is the most beautiful world, and it's the only one we've got.' Sir Peter Blake's life was filled with amazing adventures. Dur ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography
'I Know This to Be True' is a global five-year project founded on original interviews to inspire a new generation of leaders. Truth, wisdom, inspiration and what really matters for the most inspiring leaders of our time. Politician, feminist and champion for social equality, Jacinda Ardern epitomizes th ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography | Series: David Hill's Kiwi Legends
An inspiring illustrated story for children about Jacinda Ardern, and her meteoric rise to become the world's youngest female leader.Nobody is too young to start changing the world.When Jacinda was little, she wanted to be a clown. But when she saw schoolmates who didn't have lunch, or even shoes, she k ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography
Bryan Williams – Pacific Pioneer is the inspirational story of one of the first great Pasifikan All Blacks. Bryan beat his opponents with speed, sidestepping or sometimes just by running over the top of them! He inspired future generations of Pasifikan All Blacks, like Michael Jon ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography
Captain James Cook has been a crucial influence on the history of Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. On his three epic voyages he mapped much of the world's largest ocean and brought it, and its people, to the attention of the world for the first time. In this illustrated narrative, the reader is i ...Show more
Category: NZ Biography | Series: World Leaders
Introduces readers to the political career of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Engaging infographics, thought-provoking discussion questions, and eye-catching photos give the reader an invaluable look into New Zealand and the office of its current leader.
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