Book Club

A bunch of new words added to the dictionary

Merriam Webster adds more than 840 new words to their dictionary. A dictionary is said to be a glossary of […]

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4 tips to make a success of your business

So you want to start a business, but need advice on the best approach? MiNDFOOD caught up with Ingrid Thompson, […]

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Book review: ‘Renew your mind’ and stop the stress

Few of us truly enjoy our day-to-day lives. Instead, we run around chasing our ever-growing to-do list, and end up […]

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A book about women and wine in Australia

‘The Fabulous Ladies’ Guide to Wine’ by Jane Thomson is now available, detailing everything you need to know about women and […]

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95-year-old author to publish his 70th book

John Dunmore is a much-published author and world authority on Pacific exploration, recognised for his service by the governments of […]

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The Magic of Writing

Many people shy away from writing because they don’t believe they are a writer, but the truth is everyone can be and should be a writer. Writing is therapy, it is healing, it provides a creative outlet and a way to relax. Writing is magic.

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MiNDFOOD Book Club: Hunger

Each month, someone from the MiNDFOOD editorial team will select a book to read and share, before reviewing it at […]

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MiNDFOOD Book Club: Dreams From My Father

Finish off your summer reading with Obama’s fascinating first book.

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Cocktails: how to make shrub last for years

Shrub, an old-fashioned acidulated beverage, is making a strong comeback in mixology circles.

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Art Stolen from Under Our Noses

Read an excerpt from ‘Art Thieves, Fakers and Fraudsters: The New Zealand story’, by Penelope Jackson.

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Primal Love

Read an excerpt from Dr Debra Campbell’s ‘Lovelands’ – a map for traversing the terrain of love and cultivating the wisdom and self-awareness for a passionate life and relationship.

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Tales from the Kitchen Table

Novelist Mary-Anne O’Connor talks about the real-life inspiration behind the fiction.

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Man Booker short list, surprises again

Man Booker short list; from 155 submissions, to 13 finalists, now down to six.

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5 Minutes With: Michael Connelly

Connelly sat down with MiNDFOOD to discuss his much-loved character, Bosch, and what lies ahead for his intriguing new series.

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Interview: Markus Zusak, author of The Book Thief

Markus Zusak’s The Book Thief has spent more than six years on the New York Times bestseller list. The author chats to us about the film, the book and the power of storytelling.

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Q&A with Alexis Wright

Indigenous Australian writer Alexis Wright talks about the future of Australia, storytelling and cultural relations ahead of the WordStorm Top End Writer’s Festival this month.

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Interview: Alexander McCall Smith

He may be trained in medical law, but Alexander McCall Smith has proven himself to be one of the world’s most creative, and adaptable, authors, writing everything from crime to children’s books and folk stories.

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Yasmin Newman – 7,000 islands: A portrait of the Philippines

Despite the Philippines’ location right in the middle of Southeast Asia, most people know very little about the country and even less about the cuisine.

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5 minutes with Man Booker Prize Winner, Eleanor Catton

2013 Man Booker Prize winner Eleanor Catton speaks exclusively with MiNDFOOD about her mystery novel, The Luminaries.

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One Night In Winter: Author Notes

Simon Sebag Montefiore’s latest work, One Night in Winter (Random House), is a grippingly addictive read. Here are some notes from the author.

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Bridget Jones fans shocked at sequel spoiler

Fans have publicised their shock after reading of the death of a much-loved character in the Bridget Jones sequel.

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5 Minutes with Delia Ephron

We speak to much-loved author, screenwriter and playwright Delia Ephron about her latest book, Sister Mother Husband Dog (Etc.)

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Interview: Salman Rushdie

Acclaimed British Indian author Salman Rushdie opens up about the film adaptation of his Booker Prize winning novel, Midnight’s Children.

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Catriona Rowntree: A grandmother’s wisdom

TV presenter turned author, Catroina Rowntree talks to us about her book, a sweet and inspirational memoir on her special relationship with a beloved grandmother.

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