On 18 December, the distinguished author, editor and curator Dr Peter Simpson, who has written and edited over 20 books celebrating this country’s art, literature and cultural history, received an honorary Doctor of Letters (honoris causa) from

Sir Tīmoti Kāretu is one of three recipients of the Prime Minister’s Award for Literary Achievement in 2020. He is a leading New Zealand academic of Māori language and the performing arts, a translator and author, as well as a key driver in the

A book described as a “sensation” has been judged the overall winner at the 2020 PANZ Book Design Awards. Mophead, Selina Tusitala Marsh’s autobiographical tale written for children, but just as beloved by adults, was awarded the Gerard

We are thrilled that three AUP books have been recognised as finalists in the PANZ 2020 Book Design Awards.Dragonflies and Damselflies of New Zealand designed by Carolyn Lewis (cover design) and Katrina Duncan (interior design), and Exploring

Former New Zealand Poet Laureate Selina Tusitala Marsh’s first book for children has been judged the supreme winner at the 2020 New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults. Mophead was awarded the highest prize in children’s