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I remember us, my loveWith plans so young and freeOur faces flush like springtimeWhen it was just you and me.A stirring poem of the partnership during parenthood that will give you all the feels.From bestselling author and poet Jessica Urlichs and gorgeously illustrated by Sarah Reinhardt.Also available You Hung the Moon:''Jess has an incredible way with words'' - Meg Mansell''Another beauty that I''ll treasure forever.'' - Caroline Foran''The most beautiful book.'' - Zoe MarshallTo My Love is a beautiful gift for yourself or to give your beloved

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'Tis the run up to Christmasand there is so much to do!At Elf School we are learninghow we can help too.Elroy McChristmas and his friends are about to sit their final test before Santa decides the best job for each elf. But when it's time to show off their skills, the classroom erupts into chaos! Can Elroy and his classmates restore calm before Santa arrives?With the rhyming style of Clement C. Moore's classic A Night Before Christmas, this timeless tale will take you on a thrilling adventure to Elf School.

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A stick, a stone, a feather, a bone... Come exploring with our campers as they spot treasures along the track to their campsite. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the cheeky kea along the way! But what happens when the curious campers take a wrong turn?Praise for A Stick and a Stone:'It inspired us to go outside and do a nature treasure hunt. Something in this gorgeous book for everyone!' - Gleebooks'Reminiscent of We're Going on a Bear Hunt and A Summery Saturday Morning, this beautifully illustrated story will delight parents and children alike. 3+' - Scorpio Books'A wonderful tale to share with the little family members in shared reading times that will encourage observations of the world around them.' - Sue Reid, Paper Plus Masterton'Cute and energetic.' - Lucy Black, Read NZ

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What can you see Under the Sea? A ginormous whale (tohora) or a tiny scallop (tipa)? UNDER THE SEA is a fun and engaging adventure that is perfect for Kiwi kids!"Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books." - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: My Body ***

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Name all the things you can see down by the sea in English and te reo Maori with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.What can you see on a day at the beach? A sandcastle (pa kirikiri), some waves (ngaru), or a lifeguard (kaikauhauora)? A DAY AT THE BEACH is a fun and engaging seaside excursion that is perfect for Kiwi kids!"Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books." - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: A Day at the Zoo ***

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Learning animal names in English and te reo Maori is fun and interactive with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.What can you see on a day at the zoo? A lion (raiona), an elephant (arawhana), or a panda (pana pea)? A DAY AT THE ZOO is a fun and engaging collection of all your favourite animals from around the world. Perfect for Kiwi kids!"Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books." - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: A Day at the Beach ***

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A wonderfully illustrated board book for learning machine names in both English and te reo Maori, featuring a fire engine (waka tinei ahi), a train (tereina) and the essential one . . . a digger (wakakari). Perfect for Kiwi kids!This fun and educational book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley is full of things that fly, things that float and THINGS THAT GO!Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books. - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: My Body ***

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After a men’s room confrontation with his new boss’ right-hand man, Maori cop Tito Ihaka has been sent into exile. Out of the blue McGrail summons him back to Auckland. Christopher Lilywhite, the businesswoman’s terminally ill husband whom Ihaka suspected was behind his wife’s death, wants to see him.Lilywhite confesses that he had his wife murdered, but he dealt with the hit-man at arm’s length so has no idea who he is. In quick succession Lilywhite and another potential source of information are murdered. Ihaka’s old rival Detective Inspector Tony Charlton takes control of the case but with more corpses turning up and Auckland Central stretched to breaking point, he agrees to let Ihaka investigate the apparently unrelated murder of a young man about town.As the investigations expand uncovering a blackmail operation preying on married women, gang activities controlled from inside Paremeremo prison and possible police corruption, Ihaka realises that the cases are related and he’s hunting a faceless and prolific hit-man. Or is the hit-man hunting him?

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Digby Law's recipes are loved and used in kitchens everywhere. This collection of over 400 vegetable recipes make the most of seasonal fresh New Zealand produce with a variety of flavour and texture combinations. You'll find delicious sides, salads, mains and even desserts and sauces on these pages that will make you fall in love with vegetables all over again.

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The Looky Book is a puzzle book mostly for young children with 11 different puzzles all with colourful New Zealand landscapes, birds and animals. Find the numbers with the crazy All Black lambs, spot the difference: the mischievous keas have changed around somebody s campervan, find the animals hidden deep in the bush, match the farmers to their animals. Plus spot what s wrong in the weird and wonderful scenes: Should a kiwi be flying? Could a sheep round up the dogs? And why is there a penguin at the top of that tree?

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Generations of New Zealanders responded to pioneering broadcaster Aunt Daisy''s nine o''clock radio catchcry, ''Good morning, everybody''. While her nationwide broadcasts ended more than 40 years ago, her legacy lives on and now you can enjoy over 100 of Aunt Daisy''s tried-and-true baking recipes in The Aunt Daisy Baking Book. Nostalgic, reliable and delicious, these recipes are now presented with metric measurements and in a modern, easy-to-follow format for today''s cooks. Includes 32 colour photographs.

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Digby Law's recipes are loved and used in kitchens everywhere. This collection of over 300 soups, stocks, garnishes and accompaniments has all your favourites and more. From a classic borsch or bouillabaisse to the more exotic Turkish wedding soup, this is your one-stop reference for delicious and wholesome meals.Digby Law was a chef, food writer and broadcaster whose cookery books helped change the way New Zealanders approached food and eating. With a passion for fresh ingredients and simple recipes his cookbooks deserve a place in every kitchen.

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Digby Law''s recipes are loved and used in kitchens everywhere. This indispensable reference contains over 300 easy-to-make recipes for chutneys, relishes, sauces, oils, pickles, jellies, vinegars and mustards. Discover traditional preserves from all over the world - or enjoy some very familiar New Zealand favourites.

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Can you find all the silver ferns? What about spot the differences on the rugby team's tour bus? You'll have a ball of a time diving into the crazy world of The Sporty Looky Book.The Looky Book series continues with a hilarious 24-page puzzle book that puts you right in the middle of all the sporting action. Providing hours of quality fun for children aged five and up, with loads of extra details added in for adults.From bestselling New Zealand illustrator Donovan Bixley.'Donovan is Aotearoa's best when it comes to friendly, bold illustrations, with details galore.' - The Sapling

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In The Fairies'' Night Before Christmas, we discovered a glade full of fairies preparing for Christmas. Now, in The Fairies'' Night Before Christmas Activity Book, join the fairies and get creative with loads of mazes, dot-to-dots, games and activities to complete and colour in!Featuring two pages of full-colour, Christmas-themed stickers.

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Five little kea exploring in the shed,one fell over and bumped their head.The cheekiest birds in the world are getting up to mischief in Ranger Tui's shed. But what are they planning?Based on the nursery rhyme Five Little Monkeys, Five Little Kea is a fun counting book that showcases the beauty of New Zealand's flora and fauna.

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"I a Koro Meketanara tetahi pamu - TI-HAI-TI-HAI-HAU . . ." E mohio whanuitia ana tenei waiata. Engari, inaianei to Koro Meketanara he pamu ataahua kei Aotearoa tonu - a, kei taua pamu etahi kararehe whakaharahara - kei te aha ano ratou inaianei?He parekareka tenei pukapuka pikitia ma te kohungahunga na Donovan Bixley, koia nei tetahi o nga kaita pikitia e tino kaingakautia ana ki Aotearoa nei, ko etahi o ana pukapuka atu, ko NGA WIRA O TE PAHI [THE WHEELS ON THE BUS] me te LOOKY BOOK, he mea tino hokohoko atu i Aotearoa nei.With the same vibrant illustrations as the original book, the te reo Maori translation retains the cheeky humour and energy of the classic English-language edition.Translated by Ross Calman.

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A stick, a stone, a feather, a bone... Come exploring with our campers as they spot treasures along the track to their campsite. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the cheeky kea along the way! But what happens when the curious campers take a wrong turn?Praise for A Stick and a Stone:'It inspired us to go outside and do a nature treasure hunt. Something in this gorgeous book for everyone!' - Gleebooks'Reminiscent of We're Going on a Bear Hunt and A Summery Saturday Morning, this beautifully illustrated story will delight parents and children alike. 3+' - Scorpio Books'A wonderful tale to share with the little family members in shared reading times that will encourage observations of the world around them.' - Sue Reid, Paper Plus Masterton'Cute and energetic.' - Lucy Black, Read NZ

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Who delivers mail to the birds of New Zealand? Join Ruru, the New Zealand native owl, while she delivers the mail to her avian friends like Tui and Piwakawaka at night . Discover which birds are nocturnal and track the Southern Cross constellation as it moves across the night sky. With Renee Chin's beautiful illustrations and the lyrics from Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star in both English and te reo Maori this gorgeous picture book is a classic in the making."The colours are so vibrant and rich I can't stop opening the book to look at them... If you are going to buy a book for your children's shelf - or for the child in your heart - let it be this." - Susannah Whaley, NZ Booklover

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Every single day,through the minutes and hours,there's always a timeto use my superpowers!Children can use an amazing toolkit of mental skills everyday to explore their feelings and express their needs - their very own superpowers!Jessica Urlichs, author of the number one bestseller The Rainbow in My Heart, teams up with illustrator and primary school teacher Rebecca Gibbs to create this stunning picture book that demonstrates non-cognitive skills, including persistence, focus, imagination, organisation and more. Also included are prompts from a qualified counsellor to help parents, teachers, and caregivers start conversations around understanding, identifying and engaging non-cognitive skills.Praise for My Superpowers:'I'm blown away. The themes, the relatable situations and the 'superpowers chosen' are so on point! Teachers would LOVE this book' - @TheMotherhoodProjectNZ.'Jess Urlichs' reminders to slow down, take some deep breaths and remain present...we can support our little ones as they find their way in life through persistence, confidence, empathy and imagination.' - Reader review.'Perfect for helping children to build their emotional literacy and gain confidence in managing their superpowers!' - Katy, Goodreads.'Beautifully written and illustrated to truly engage young children from the first page to the last page' - Jane, Amazon Review.' The new favourite in our house ... highly recommended.' - Reader review.

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How good are your counting skills? Could you find the moa hiding from the giant eagles?Can you pay better attention than the children in the wartime classroom? We need help finding all the letters in the alphabet.The Looky Book series continues with a hilarious 24-page puzzle book that takes a look through the history of New Zealand. Its hours of quality fun for children aged five and up, with loads of extra details added in for adults.From bestselling New Zealand illustrator Donovan Bixley.'An engaging puzzle book bursting with colourful illustrations of New Zealand landscape, birds and animals in true Kiwiana style' - The Australian Women's Weekly on The Looky Book their Children's Book of the Month.

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A delightful gift for mothers of all ages and a beautiful book to share with children.When you hold me and sway like you do,I know it was you who hung the moon.From infancy to childhood, through the teenage years and into adulthood, the love between a mother and child is a bond like no other. This heartwarming book of verse by bestselling author and poet Jessica Urlichs is a celebration of this inimitable bond, gorgeously illustrated by Sarah Reinhardt.PRAISE FOR YOU HUNG THE MOON''Would make the most incredible gift for both young and old mothers around the world'' - @TheMotherhoodProjectNZ''Jess has an incredible way with words'' - Meg Mansell''Another beauty that I''ll treasure forever.'' - Caroline Foran''The most beautiful book.'' - Zoe Marshall

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A page-turning, emotional story inspired by little known true events in WWII, this No. 1 bestselling novel is perfect for fans of Kelly Rimmer, Kristin Hannah, Kate Quinn and Natasha Lester.London, 1940. Ruth, a young schoolteacher, helps to evacuate children from war-torn England to Australia and New Zealand. On their dangerous voyage, Ruth forms a bond with troubled nine-year-old, Fergus. She also grapples with her feelings for Bobby, a charismatic fellow volunteer. But tragedy strikes when their returning ship is attacked by German raiders. As the Rangitane goes down, survivors are taken prisoner. To the rest of the world, they are missing, presumed dead. New Zealand, 2005. Hazel boards a plane to London, carrying a treasured book from her grandfather, Fergus; a book that will finally reveal Ruth''s story. Sitting next to Hazel is a man named Joe - a stranger who might just change her life . . . A captivating, heart-wrenching

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When you look in the mirror what do you see? Eyes (nga whatu), ears (taringa), nose (ihu), mouth (waha) and more. Learn the words for parts of your body and practice in both English and te reo Maori with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.

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A modern take on the classic rhyme Row, Row, Row Your Boat with three brave adventurers setting off on an epic journey. From the tallest penguin to the world's deadliest octopus, you might encounter a friendly narwhal or even a nest of sea snakes. But don't forget to look out for the crocodiles! With vibrant illustrations by Scott Pearson, The Big Row Your Boat Adventure is a fun read-along picture book, which teaches children about geography and has specific information on the inside back cover about the many wild and wonderful animals that inhabit our world.READER REVIEWS:'Two very happy kids, they love it. I've read it ten million times already! - Mum of Nina (age 5) and Collette (age 2)'Bright and colourful, we love looking at the pictures especially the girl getting splashed. There is a lot of 'oh no all wet'' - Aunty of Louis (age 2)'After hours of reading, we're still discovering new things and asking about the animals' - Mum of Leo (age 6) and Rose (age 3)

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Bright birds, cheeky birds, masked birds, clever birds, warrior birds, shy birds, big birds, tiny birds and the world's most gigantic birds!Find out what makes the feathered friends of Aotearoa so lovable in this charming book by award-winning author and illustrator Donovan Bixley. Includes moa, tui, kakapo, whio and so many more!

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For over 100 years, New Zealand families have loved and trusted Edmonds recipes.Whether you're baking for a special occasion, or cooking a delicious family meal, Edmonds goes hand in hand with making great memories. This fully illustrated collection features over 300 of the best Edmonds recipes including all your old favourites and some new classics for any occasion.Packed with easy-to-prepare, delicious and reliable recipes from the delicious Banana Cake to a great Barbecue Feast, this is a cookbook every home needs."Consider it a 'best of' album" - Cuisine MagazineA top 10 bestselling title, beloved by New Zealanders, these are all your favourite recipes, collected together in one special volume.

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''This book is an absolute gift. I can''t even express it! I''ve been singing along to the tune of Dadpalooza and its twin book, Mumpalooza, like it''s a new hit single from my favorite artist. I love this book.'' - Pippi Jean, The SaplingA gizmo dad, a sweet dad, a moves to this own beat dad.An honest dad, a doggy dad, a ''why is that so soggy?'' dad.What kind of Dad do you have? Celebrate them all in this colourful rhyming picture book from bestselling author Sarina Dickson, with humourous search-and-find style illustrations from award-winning artist Ant Sang.Praise for the partner book Mumapalooza:''The eat your greens mum was the best, because my mum makes me eat my greens too, but I like them when it is broccoli covered in cheese... I liked the book and my mum would like it too because it is about mums and mums are AMAZING!'' - Cypress, age 7''I liked this book because it shows how impo

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Food in a Minute is back with a fresh collection of their most popular recipes and some exciting new dishes to inspire your everyday cooking. The recipes are simple, delicious and easy to follow with customisable tips to satisfy any tastebud. The New Everyday is sure to be your best friend in the kitchen.'All three kids came back with empty plates, asking to have it again tomorrow. Luckily this made HEAPS, so they have plenty leftover' - Reviewer of THE ULTIMATE MAC CHEESE'I thought this was great!! I am a new cook and found this easy to follow and very yummy!!' - Reviewer of the GREEK-STYLE LAMB KOFTAS'Really tasty and easy to make' - Reviewer of the BOYSENBERRY YOGHURT ICE BLOCKS

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Hazel Spratt was an agreeable child. Never impatient, unruly or wild.But when Hazel turns three-and-a-half, her parents notice a change. She is no longer their polite and pleasant daughter, Hazel, she is now Grumbelina, 'a grumpy child, so disgruntled yet small, with a list of complaints that could cover a wall.'Settle down and relax for a moment, this humorous and delightfully illustrated picture book takes a tongue-in-cheek look at tantrums - perfect for every home.

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Paul Thomas series is praised as 'a detective and novelist to follow'. Detective Ihaka is 'charismatic, profane, and built to smash bad guys, corrupt colleagues and most normal human boundaries - may be the greatest New Zealander who never lived' - Ngaio Marsh Awards judge Stephanie JonesThree books in one:Old School Tie Strange and sinister things are happening in the City of Sails. A private eye is assassinated. A businessman has plummeted to his death. A teenage girls suicide seems to odd for words. When a magazine decides to investigate, Reggie Sparks finds himself chasing a story in which blackmail and double dealing are the order of the day and some secrets are dark enough to kill for. Inside DopeDuane Ricketts had planned to steer clear of drugs once he got out of the Thai jail, but it's tough turning down a dying man's last request - even if he's a hardened criminal with a fatal weakness for transvestites. So now Ricketts is looking for the lost treasure of the notorious Mr Asia syndicate: ten kilos of high-grade cocaine.Guerilla SeasonAcross the Tasman Sea, the Aotearoa People's Army is waging a bizarre offensive. A broadcaster is made to walk the plank and a journalist gets his neck rung. Counterterrorist experts think they are on top of it, but cop Tito Ihaka doesn't believe so. Soon he is in danger of being proved right.

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