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Patricia Grace is a unique talent. This is her first novel in 10 years – and it is worth the wait.

This memoir by Helen Macdonald tells of her obsession first, then her experience raising 10-week-old Goshawk, Mabel.

Lindsay Hawdon's novel recounts the tragedy of the gypsy holocaust. Its central character, Jakob, recalls his memories and his struggle to find hope in a world drained of colour.

Erik Larson's account of a tragedy that changed history. Suspenseful storytelling at its best that never loses sight of the facts.

Artist Grahame Sydney fantasised for many years about meeting his literary hero and fellow Otago native Janet Frame. Sometimes wishes come to those who wait, although not always when and where expected…

To all intents and purposes, The Little Paris Bookshop is a love story between a man and a woman, but it’s also an ode to books.

This is a fascinating read even if you’re not a Tom Jones fan. But seriously – is there anyone who doesn’t sing along to Delilah when it comes on the radio?

The wonderful Kiwi women featured in Stroppy Old Women will open your eyes, make you think and provide ample evidence that there is absolutely nothing wrong with being old and stroppy.

The Anchoress is a fascinating glimpse into another world and another time – when women were so powerless that being locked away in a tiny cell until you died was preferable to being a plaything of men.

Charity Norman's latest novel, The Secret Life of Luke Livingstone, deals with the topical the issue of transgender men and women.

The Bletchley Girls tells the tale of the team behind the cracking of the Enigma code. It's an intimate look at what it meant to be a woman in wartime in the 1940s.

Here are the top 20 Edmonds recipes, as voted on by New Zealand Woman's Weekly readers.

During the America’s Civil Rights movement, two women discover that they have more in common than they think.

Inspired by the Canadian women’s track and field team, who participated in the 1928 Amsterdam Olympic Games, this novel by Carrie Snyder is the story of Aganetha Smart, the “Girl Runner” of the title.

It’s every parent’s worst nightmare. You let your child out of your sight for a minute – and they’re gone. Gilly MacMillan explores this terrifying scenario in her powerful page-turner, Burnt Paper Sky.

The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah is the story of two French sisters, whose father has, to all intents and purposes, abandoned them after the death of their mother.

All the details on Derek Zoolander (Ben Stiller) and Hansel's (Owen Wilson) runway takeover for the next Zoolander film.

This is a real page turner and a wonderfully atmospheric novel, highlighting the dreadful lot of women who lived in a time when they had no rights over themselves or their children under law.

Your son is driving. You don't see the runner until it's too late. Then the worst happens. Should you keep quiet?

Weekly book editor Kerre McIvor reviews Stephen King's latest novel.

Kerre McIvor reviews Patricia Cornwell's new novel, "Flesh and Blood".

Book editor Kerre’s McIvor reviews the latest summer beach read from Samantha Verant.

Discover what’s on this weekend around New Zealand with the Weekly‘s top five picks!

Discover our pick of the best events taking place this weekend.

Kerre McIvor reviews the book "Heavenly Hirani’s School of Laughing Yoga" by Sarah-Kate Lynch.

Take a look at what events are taking place this weekend.

Discover what events are taking place this weekend.

Book editor Kerre McIvor reviews Monica McInerney’s new novel.

Discover what events are taking place around New Zealand this Halloween weekend.

Book editor, Kerre McIvor, reviews Jodi Picoult’s new novel.

This is a fun film for the kids, and with strong themes of “saving the rainforest”, they even may learn a thing or two along the way.

Discover what events are taking place around New Zealand this long weekend.

Discover what events are taking place around New Zealand this weekend.

Discover what exciting events are taking place around New Zealand this weekend.

Fans of New Zealand duo Broods will love their recently released debut studio album Evergreen.

Discover what exciting events are taking place around New Zealand this weekend.

The long-awaited film follow-up to the wildly popular television series Mrs Brown’s Boys doesn’t disappoint.

The reimagining of Hercules stretches the myth a bit but the action more than makes up for it.

Stuck in a rut? Why not spice things up by creating a sex tape? Which is exactly what Annie and Jay (Cameron Diaz and Jason Segel) this film's characters have done.

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes goes forward time 10 years since the outbreak of a deadly virus wiped out most of the human race. A few survivors are left and war breaks out again between man and ape.

Two lost souls meet and create beautiful music in a unique way.

This TV series will captivate you from the very first episode.

The overinflated running time isn’t the only thing that lets this smash ‘n’ grab blockbuster down.

The film tells the story of four young men who form iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons.

Brawn and brains re-team for this sequel to 21 Jump Street.

Paper Giants: Magazine Wars tells the true story of the fierce rivalry between two Australian magazine editors.

Beautifully acted with strong direction, this Kiwi gem proves you don’t need a big budget.

Sleeping Beauty’s evil villain, Maleficent, comes alive on the big screen.

At 51, Tom Cruise proves he’s still the action man in this slick blockbuster.

Coldplay's sixth studio album revolves around lost love.

Discover our top five picks of what is happening around New Zealand this weekend, June 13-15, 2014.

A time-travelling adventure for old and new X-Men. A gripping ride through the past and the future.

Fans of Miranda’s TV One series may be disappointed with her latest fusion of comedy and exercise...

This World War II drama explores the turbulent Nazi reign through the eyes of a young orphaned girl, Liesel.

What's happening this weekend, May 23-25, 2014.

Dido Belle, the illegitimate daughter of a British officer, finds herself with health, wealth but not much happiness.

There lies a beating heart behind the muscle-bound frat boys and exuberant parties.

An electrifying superhero film that balances emotive drama with explosive action.

Foodies rejoice! Directed, co-produced, written by and starring Jon Favreau, Chef is a delicious, fun film.

Director Darren Aronofsky attempts to show the complexities of the man chosen to build an ark big enough to house every creature on earth.

The Lego Movie’s heartwarming message will stick. The story is surprisingly deep, full of genuine gags and brilliantly animated.

Although based on a fable by Oscar Wilde, this version is much darker and is hard to recommend, despite its artistic merits.

Aloe Blacc’s latest offering achieves what it sets out to do. The perfect sound to ward off those winter blues.

Dirty politics and espionage taint the all-American values our superhero stands for, making him a target for enemies of the state – new and old.

Former X Factor New Zealand contestant, Eden Roberts, proves she's got talent to burn on this indie-folk offering.

Although this action-drama strives for historical accuracy, Pompeii ends up a hot mess.

Solo mum to a maths-whizz daughter and a mascara-wearing teenage son. Jess’s also holding down two jobs but still struggling to make ends meet.

With fantastic dance scenes and plenty of laughs, Cuban Fury is bright, colourful fun.

Based on Richelle Mead’s young adult novels of the same name, Vampire Academy is likely to fill the gap left by Twilight.

Tina Turner's powerful voice explores love, loss and the dark side of romance.

The latest outing from the Coen Brothers is a melancholy tale set in 1961 about a folk singer who is down on his luck.

The Unpredictable Consequences of Love is sprinkled with engaging characters who warm the heart, making this a fun and touching novel, perfect for a weekend read.

A beautifully told and superbly acted film about South Africa’s national hero, Nelson Mandela.

This biopic of former porn-star-turned-feminist Linda Lovelace is a fascinating watch.

Starring Emma Thompson and Tom Hanks as Walt Disney, follows the cartoon mogul’s trials bringing the beloved children’s books to the big screen.

Weekly columnist Wendyl Nissen shares her once-in-a-lifetime journey to watch her stepson Joel Little win at the grammy awards.

Adele didn’t release an album or a single last year.

Eight kiwi teams are sharpening their knives and their wits to win the ultimate food challenge.

Eight kiwi teams are sharpening their knives and their wits to win the ultimate food challenge.

Eight kiwi teams are sharpening their knives and their wits to win the ultimate food challenge.

Eight kiwi teams are sharpening their knives and their wits to win the ultimate food challenge.

This comedic caper dazzles both with its sequined costumes and Hollywood star power.

Tom Clancy’s beloved CIA agent, Jack Ryan, previously seen in Patriot Games and The Hunt for Red October, returns in this prequel.

Eight kiwi teams are sharpening their knives and their wits to win the ultimate food challenge.

Eight kiwi teams are sharpening their knives and their wits to win the ultimate food challenge.

Eight kiwi teams are sharpening their knives and their wits to win the ultimate food challenge.

Tinseltown’s 'It' girl heads to Canterbury for a new movie.

Ronan Keating has some advice for our Grammy queen Lorde.

Highlighting the trauma of war, this gripping drama is frequently intense.

In the small heritage town of Russell, a single mistake can determine reputation for decades to come.

Tabatha Takes Over star Tabatha Coffey has a soft side that comes from an unexpected heartbreak.

No real baddies in this movie, just misunderstood creatures.

This surprise box-office hit is charming, sad, hilarious and real.

The A-list couple may be moving in together.

New Downton storylines hit close to home for the royals.

Pop star Rita Ora has shared a sneak peek from the 50 Shades of Grey set. The singer is currently on location in Vancouver filming scenes for the movie where she plays Christian Grey’s adoptive sister Mia and which also stars Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson. The 23-year-old posted an image of the Grey family garden […]

Brad Pitt and Oprah Winfrey have teamed up to work on the Dr Martin Luther King biopic Selma.

Actress Laura Linny (49) revealed this weekend that she gave birth to a baby boy and had kept her pregnancy a secret for nine months.

She may be an Oscar award-winning actress, but quirky, female-centric comedy is Sandra Bullock’s strong point.

Its R&B and jazz fusion makes a great soundtrack at backyard barbecues.