Authors

J.M. Goldie is a New Zealand author of young adult fantasy books and stories for children. With a Bachelor of Arts from Auckland University, a Graduate Diploma in Journalism from Auckland University of Technology and a career writing news, magazine, website, marketing and UX content, she's been writing from the get go. She's also a songwriter and you can listen to her songs (and voice) on Spotify under the band name Massive Crush. When she's not writing, she's hanging with her family, watching any kind of science fiction or fantasy movie, listening to music, reading or traveling.

Dr Susette Goldsmith is an independent writer and editor. She has published three social histories: The Gardenmakers of Taranaki; Tea: A potted history of tea in New Zealand and Suzy's: A coffee house history. Her current research explores new ways of perceiving, interpreting and safeguarding natural heritage in twenty-first-century Aotearoa New Zealand.

Nicholas Golledge is an internationally recognized climate scientist based in Wellington, New Zealand. He uses a combination of field, laboratory, and computer-based techniques to answer fundamental questions about how the Earth works. During his 25-year career he has carried out fieldwork all over the world and has led numerous research expeditions to Antarctica. Golledge has published over 100 scientific articles in journals such as Nature and Science, many significantly influencing current understanding of Antarctica and the global climate system. He is frequently interviewed for television, radio, and print media and his work has been covered by publications such as the New York Times, the Washington Post, and National Geographic.

Chloe Gong is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the critically acclaimed Secret Shanghai novels, as well as the Flesh and False Gods trilogy. Her books have been published in over twenty countries and have been featured in the New York Times, People, Cosmopolitan, and more. She was named one of Forbes’s 30 Under 30 for 2024. Chloe graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in English and international relations. Born in Shanghai and raised in Auckland, New Zealand, she is now located in New York City, pretending to be a real adult.

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Callan Goodall has spent the past 15 years as a primary school principal and is now managing Catholic Education for Otago and Southland. Callan was born and raised in Clyde, Central Otago though now lives in Invercargill with his wife and five children. This is his first book. Shaun Yeo has published cartoons for The Southland Times, Sunday News and Dominion Post. In 2019 he was named as a finalist in the Best Artwork/Graphics and Cartoonist of the Year categories at the Voyager Media Awards. He has illustrated a number of books including The ANZAC Biscuit Man.

Writer and illustrator Jeanette Goode lives on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. After a 30-year career in the film industry, she decided to follow her passion and began writing & illustrating children's books. A Little Blue is the first book in a series created by Jeanette about threatened species of Aotearoa New Zealand. It is endorsed by the West Coast Penguin Trust, with a donation from every sale of the book going toward conservation and protection of the korora, little blue penguins. "When I wrote the first draft, I was living on the Coast Road, West Coast, in a little blue cottage which was built in the rocks very close to the sea. The waves would sometimes go right under the cottage. The penguins were nesting in the rocks close by. I got to know their comings and goings It was the place this story began."

Steve Goodey is one of New Zealand's leading property investment speakers and mentors. He's been featured in national media outlets such as the New Zealand Herald, Sunday Star Times, Dominion Post, Christchurch Press, Stuff, One News and Newshub, and is a regular speaker at New Zealand's local and national Property Investment Associations. Goodey has been a full-time property investor since 1999. He lives in Wellington.

Eric Goodman, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker who specialises in helping people face their social fears and anxiety disorders. In addition to his private practice in San Luis Obispoand he is a lecturer at Cal Pol State University.

Dr Eric Goodman, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker who specializes in helping people face their social fears and anxiety disorders. In addition to his private practice in San Luis Obispo, California, he runs Social Courage groups and retreats. 

Karla Goodwin is the talented baker behind the boutique Auckland cake business Bluebells Cakery. She learned her craft while living in London where she worked in one of the UK's most prestigious cupcake bakeries, Primrose Bakery. When she returned to New Zealand in 2011, Karla started selling at a weekend market, but soon opened her own cafe which quickly grew into a seven-day a week business. There are currently cafes in Kingsland, Hillsborough and Commercial Bay in the central city, plus a very successful online business. Her delicious, traditional recipes and eye for beautiful decoration and delightful presentation have earned her a great reputation.

Alan Goodwin is a Family Court Judge, living in Auckland. He is married to Peta and has two adult children. Originally from England, Alan has lived in New Zealand for 28 years. Greene Lyon is his second published novel.