Mary Egan Publishing

25/08/2024

Birthday celebrations 💕

24/08/2024

Today, we’re honoured to celebrate our incredible Mum, Mary, as she turns 70! 🎉

For those who know her, Mum is a force to be reckoned with. She’s kind, generous to a fault, absolutely hilarious, and has the kind of strength and resilience we can only aspire to. She’s got that perfect blend of warmth and wisdom – and yes, she can be a bit scary when needed, haha.

But above all, she’s the heart of our family, a proud mother and grandmother, and someone we’re endlessly grateful for. Her love, laughter, and fierce spirit have shaped us into who we are today, and we simply can’t imagine life without her.

Cheers to you and all the joy, laughter, and adventures still to come. Happy 70th birthday, Mum! 💖

23/08/2024

Happy Birthday, Anna 💕 You're amazing, and we all know it! Lots of love xx

16/05/2024

"My enthusiasm for Hemingway is shared by many others ... Another fan is Auckland commercial lawyer Dermot Ross, who has ingeniously turned his lifelong interest in the author into a novel, 'Hemingway’s Goblet'. I say ingeniously because its structure is reminiscent of 'The Master and the Margarita', which I recently praised as the greatest book of the 20th Century."

– Nevil Gibson, NBR

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12/05/2024

Lawyer Dermot Ross has spent the majority of his life in New Zealand, with a brief sojourn in London during his 20s. Although Hemingway’s Goblet is Dermot’s debut novel, he is no stranger to writing, having authored several book reviews for various publications. He was also a founder shareholder...

28/04/2024

"The Secrets They Kept is an accomplished, compelling debut, with a plot line that will surprise and a central character you will fall in love with." – Karen McMillan/NZ Booklovers

The full review: https://www.nzbooklovers.co.nz/post/the-secrets-they-kept-by-jenny-lynch

Buy the book: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/the-secrets-they-kept?barcode=9781738596997&search_key=The+Secrets+They+Kept

26/04/2024

"Hemingway's Goblet" by Dermot Ross is our second book in a row to hit all three bestseller lists in it's first week! Well done Dermot.

Get yourself a copy of the book here: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/hemingway-s-goblet?barcode=9781738617609&search_key=Hemingway%27s+G

25/04/2024

"Around the globe, people continue to be fascinated by the life and works of Ernest Hemingway. Now aspects of the infamous author's life have been revived in a debut novel written by Maraetai local, Dermot Ross." – Pōhutukawa Coast Times

For more information about "Hemingway's Goblet", head to: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/hemingway-s-goblet?barcode=9781738617609&search_key=Hemingway%27s+Go

23/04/2024

At the age of 14, Rosie Redding* began drinking, and by Year 13 couldn't make it through a school day without a drink. Now 31, based in Auckland and the author of a book about her hellish journey to sobriety, co-written with her mother Madeleine, Rosie shares her story with Lucy Anderson/1News.

For more info about the book: https://www.maryegan.co.nz/books/2024/1/23/hold-my-hand-rosie-dont-let-go-madeleine-and-rosie-redding

Rosie Redding, 31, shares her hellish journey to ultimate sobriety.

22/04/2024

"Hemingway's Goblet" by Dermot Ross is number one in the Unity Books Auckland bestseller chart for the week ending April 18! 🎉

The full list:
https://thespinoff.co.nz/books/19-04-2024/the-unity-books-bestseller-chart-for-the-week-ending-april-18

18/04/2024

"Hemingway's Goblet" by Dermot Ross is in stores now!

A debut novel by a New Zealand lawyer that will challenge your perceptions about Ernest Hemingway and also modern relationships in the era.
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Nick Harrieson’s life takes an unexpected turn when he is accused of sexually harassing one of his female students. While awaiting the hearing of his case he decides to investigate some family history regarding his grandfather.

Some of his discoveries are heartbreaking and some are astounding. These include his grandfather’s terrible death as a prisoner of war, and his links to Ernest Hemingway which show the famous literary icon in a new and unflattering light.

Through his research, Nick also embarks on a personal journey of love, self-exploration, and honesty. Life will never be the same for him once the truth comes out.

Buy the book: https://unitybookswellington.co.nz/product/hemingways-goblet/

More info: https://www.maryegan.co.nz/books/hemingways-goblet-dermot-ross

17/04/2024

Such an inspiring evening celebrating the launch of Jenny's debut novel! At 85 years young, she proves that it's never too late to pursue your dreams. Congratulations, Jenny, on the publication of your incredible book. Here's to many more chapters of success and creativity! 📚

Thanks for having us, Time Out Bookstore 💕

16/04/2024

16/04/2024

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15/04/2024

Former NZ Women's Weekly editor, Jenny Lynch, has ventured into the world of fiction with her debut novel, 'The Secrets They Kept'. Thrilled that the NZ Women's Weekly has showcased her story in their 22-page books special this week!

15/04/2024

"Reading "The Book Collector: Reading and Living With Literature" will give you a great introduction to, and an increased appreciation of, a range of often overlooked New Zealand writers' work and although sadly lacking an index, it serves as an informal guide to the best of Aotearoa's secondhand bookshops. It is also an affectionate tribute to the pleasure and power of books and reading." – Jackie McMillan, Dunedin Public Libraries | Kā Kete Wānaka o Ōtepoti

Read the full review here: https://hail.to/dunedin-public-libraries-k-kete-wnaka-o-tepoti/publication/zV8rmCT/article/0t1Jmj7

Buy the book: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/book-collector?barcode=9781991179876&search_key=The+Book+Collec

11/04/2024

“This book is timely message to, when appropriate, put away that device and appreciate the nature around you. Highly recommended for 5-10 year olds.” – Nova Gibson, Magpies Magazine

Buy the book: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/daisy-mcray-and-the-wave-of-the-day?barcode=9781738596911&search_key=Daisy+McCra

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09/04/2024

"Beck's memoir is delightful, honest, and full, and she captures her past well. She uses mementos she has collected throughout her lifetime to help tell episodes from her past, and in doing so, makes a slice of New Zealand history tangible and relatable." – Jackie McMillan, Dunedin Public Libraries | Kā Kete Wānaka o Ōtepoti

Read the full review here: https://hail.to/dunedin-public-libraries-k-kete-wnaka-o-tepoti/publication/3i6h9pY/article/sbMy2zl

Buy the book: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/bits-of-string-too-short-to-use-a-memoir-of-collecting-writing-and-the-highs-and-lows-of-life?barcode=9780473678753&search_key=Bits+of+String

07/04/2024

“Author, Danni Rae is a zookeeper who is passionate about raising awareness of conservation issues, and this charming little book will do just that for some of our youngest readers” – Penny Walch, Magpies Magazine

Buy the book: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/harry-the-hermit-crab?barcode=9781738596904&search_key=Harry+the+He

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06/04/2024

"If you are a Kiwi cricket fan, don't miss this one" – Tony Nielsen, as seen in the NZME regional papers.

Buy the book here: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/the-three-quicks?barcode=9781738617654&search_key=The+Three+Quicks

04/04/2024

Do you have Scottish or Irish ancestry? Are you interested in New Zealand’s immigrant histories?

Between 1840 and 1936 nearly 117,000 Scots and around 100,000 Irish made the long journey from their homelands to settle in New Zealand. Many of their descendants have maintained a strong sense of cultural connection to those roots. Celine Kearney sought to understand their experiences, and wove it into a book called “Southern Celts”.

Here’s what Iain McKenzie said for his review on NZ Booklovers: “Southern Celts is a rich book, bursting with a variety of different voices, and for anyone with Scottish or Irish ancestry, this will be a particularly rewarding read, but it’s also of interest to anyone interested in other’s stories.

“The narrators also reflect on the passage of time, which brings constant change, and the interviews cross hemispheres and different geographic and cultural communities. Celine Kearney has done a superb job creating this book.”

Available to purchase or request at all good booksellers. Find out where it’s in stock on Bookhub: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/southern-celts?barcode=9780473634117

04/04/2024

"Hold My Hand, Rosie. Don't Let Go" is number 6 in the Nielsen BookScan Indies Top 20 chart AND number 9 for NZ published Non-Fiction books for the week ending 30 March 2024 in the Nielsen BookScan Bestseller Charts!

For more information about the book head to: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/hold-my-hand-rosie-don-t-let-go-a-mother-and-daughter-story-of-addiction-despair-and-hope?barcode=9781738617630&search_key=Hold+my+hand+rosie

03/04/2024

"Alcohol Awareness Month starts on April 1. Alcohol is having a devastating impact on many of our young people, with alcohol brands normalising and encouraging regular social drinking, sometimes to the extremes (for example, the drinking culture at the University of Otago).

Madeleine Redding knows this situation all too well. She has penned a book called ''Hold my hand, Rosie. Don't let go.'' where she shares the courageous journey of her daughter’s decade-long battle against alcohol addiction, which started when she was a young teenager."

‘’Hold My Hand Rosie. Don’t Let Go.’’ is not just a book; it is a lifeline for families grappling with the complexities of living with an addict.

02/04/2024

"Hold My Hand Rosie, Don’t Let Go" by Madeline & Rosie Redding is #2 on The Unity Books bestseller chart for the week ending March 29 🎉

https://thespinoff.co.nz/books/29-03-2024/the-unity-books-bestseller-chart-for-the-week-ending-march-29

Buy the book: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/hold-my-hand-rosie-don-t-let-go-a-mother-and-daughter-story-of-addiction-despair-and-hope?barcode=9781738617630

Stunning debut novels from Aotearoa writers, and cult hits from afar.

02/04/2024

Tūī TREATS! Remix Plastic has the most epic tūī themes prize pack to giveaway!

Head over to their page (Or click through to this post) to see how to WIN!

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Tūī Giveaway!!!
Do you love our native birds, Flox , TU MEKE TALES and recycled plastic earrings?!
Then enter to win this Tūī theme prize pack that includes a limited Flox print, paperback Tu Meke Tūī book by Malcolm Clarke and a pair of our recycled plastic Tūī Feather Earrings!

To enter:
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With the recent change with our 3D printer waste, our Tūī Feather Earrings designs will look slightly different, with more than one shade of blue sparkling through. This is because the waste from the library up until now has been one colour and the plastic provided by Kiwifil is mixed. They look just as lovely! The old stock will phase out, with new mixed blue available soon.

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01/04/2024

We've had a lot of lovely feedback about the cover for Jenny Lynch's "The Secrets They Kept", so we wanted to share a little of what goes on behind the scenes.

Jenny supplied us with a photo as a reference point, but she didn't want the photo used as is, and we didn't envisage the cover being photographic, so Anna set about redrawing the photo in Procreate on her iPad.

The final result is a book even more breathtaking in person, with its soft matte portrait and glossy water. Anna's talents knows no bounds, and we think she's outdone herself with this gem 💎

For more information about the book, or to buy a copy for yourself, head to: https://bookhub.co.nz/p/the-secrets-they-kept?barcode=9781738596997&search_key=Jenny+L

Publication date 7 March 2024 RRP $38.00, PB, 296pp ISBN: 978-1-7385969-9-7

27/03/2024

The advance copies have arrived from the printer, and they're heading straight out to the media!

"Hemingway's Goblet" by Dermot Ross will be in stores April 19th.

For more info about the book, head to: https://www.maryegan.co.nz/books/hemingways-goblet-dermot-ross

26/03/2024

Our small team – Mary, Anna and Sophia – are always grateful to have great feedback from the authors we’ve worked with. Thank you, Nerys. You have created two wonderful, useful and bestselling books, and we loved working with you!

Testimonial from Nerys Whelan, Author of “The Keto Chef’s Kitchen” and “The Keto Chef’s Kitchen II”

“There is no better feeling than being supported by the right people when you're working on something as scary, exciting and massive as creating and publishing a book, and the team at Mary Egan Publishing are the right people.

When I found Mary Egan Publishing, I had never written a book before, I had no idea who, what, when, where and how to do it. They make it so easy, and it's really nice to have a few laughs along the way!

I've now published two cookbooks with Mary Egan Publishing, I will almost definitely be doing more in the future, and I wouldn't even consider using another publisher.

If you're looking for a publisher you can trust to support you, guide you and help bring your dreams to life, trust the team at Mary Egan Publishing. I did, and it's turned out better than I could have ever imagined.”

25/03/2024

A Q&A with Jenny Lynch, author of "The Secrets They Kept" and "Under the Covers: Secrets of a Magazine Editor", as seen in the Northern Advocate (pictured), Hawkes Bay Today, Bay of Plenty Times, Wanganui Chronicle, Wairarapa Times-Age and Rotorua Daily Mail.

For more information about the book head to: https://www.maryegan.co.nz/books/2024/1/23/the-secrets-they-kept-jenny-lynch