Reading recommendations - Non-fiction
History, biographies, science and more - find your next favourite factual read at the library.
Explore our section devoted to non-fiction. You'll find staff picks and recommended reading in a range of topics, award-winners, popular authors and more.
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Looking for something less factual? Try our Fiction Reading Recommendations.
Anzac Day eBooks - OverDrive
World War 1 and Anzac Day related books
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Award winners
For books that are a cut above - find shortlisted and award-winning titles of international and New Zealand literary prizes.
Award winners
Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize
2024 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards shortlist
Women's Prize for Non-Fiction
Reference and User Services Association: Notable books
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Backbone of the Nation
This was a fascinating read about the Miner's Strike from those who were involved, their experiences, and how it changed their lives and their communities.…
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