Oratia Media, which publishes Libro International books, is primarily a publishing services business that works with individuals and groups to produce a range of publications and text.
Booksellers New Zealand has just profiled Oratia Media in an interesting article on how major changes in the world of books over recent years have led to more self-publishing and contract services:
http://www.booksellers.co.nz/members/services-membership/shades-self-publishing-no-longer-diy-challenge
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Te Toi Whakairo is published today
Te Toi Whakairo
The Art of Maori Carving
Hirini Moko Mead
New edition published today
Te Toi Whakairo is among the most comprehensive
and valuable books published on Maori woodcarving, and has been out of print for many years – until today.
Distinguished author Sir Sidney (Hirini) Moko
Mead explores carving from its mythical origins to modern art, from the
styles of Northland through to those of the South Island, from an explanation
of basic techniques to the most elaborate surface decorations – with the help
of hundreds of photos and drawings.
The book returns with a new cover
and author’s note; in the latter, the author writes:
“Te Toi Whakairo lives on and is available to people who are interested
in art in general, and
especially in woodcarving that belongs to the traditions of this land.”
Sir
Sidney (Hirini) Moko Mead is a leading authority on Maori art and culture. Born
in 1927, he had a distinguished university career at Victoria University and
internationally, has written numerous books, was a driving force behind the Te
Maori exhibition, and has been a leader of his iwi, Ngati Awa. He was knighted
in 2009 for services to Maori and education. Ta Hirini lives
with his wife in Wellington.
Publication
Date: 17 September 2015 | ISBN: 978-1-877514-82-1 | RRP $45
Paperback with
flaps, 242 x 182 mm, 276 pages b&w
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Ron Crosby on Radio NZ National
Ron Crosby, distinguished lawyer and author of The Musket Wars (Libro International, 2012) featured on Radio New Zealand National's Saturday Morning show on 29 August.
Follow this link to hear Ron talking with Kim Hill about New Zealand conflicts of the nineteenth century, including the Musket Wars, in relation to his new book Kūpapa (PenguinRandomHouse, 2015).
http://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/saturday/audio/201768527/ron-crosby-kupapa
See Ron's site for more on his books:
http://www.roncrosby.co.nz
Follow this link to hear Ron talking with Kim Hill about New Zealand conflicts of the nineteenth century, including the Musket Wars, in relation to his new book Kūpapa (PenguinRandomHouse, 2015).
http://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/saturday/audio/201768527/ron-crosby-kupapa
See Ron's site for more on his books:
http://www.roncrosby.co.nz
Saturday, August 29, 2015
RIP John Johnston
Photographer, artist and author John Johnston passed away last week at the age of 96.
John had a long and distinguished career as a photographer and artist - starting out as a street photographer in downtown Auckland using the first Leica camera, establishing Auckland's premiere photographic studio after the Second World War, later picking up paintbrushes to become a commercial artist, and at the end of his life still creating and experimenting with a digital camera and Photoshop.
John published two books: I Didn't Have a Choice (Reed, 2006), the illustrated account of his Second World War service in North Africa and Italy, and the privately published Notions (2011). His last work, 80 Years Behind the Lens: The life story of a professional New Zealand photographer, is now being prepared for publication by his long-term collaborator Martyn Thompson.
Loved by those who knew him, John was a true gentleman and a meticulous craftsman. Our thoughts are with his partner Susan, his friends and family. Rest in peace, John.
John had a long and distinguished career as a photographer and artist - starting out as a street photographer in downtown Auckland using the first Leica camera, establishing Auckland's premiere photographic studio after the Second World War, later picking up paintbrushes to become a commercial artist, and at the end of his life still creating and experimenting with a digital camera and Photoshop.
John published two books: I Didn't Have a Choice (Reed, 2006), the illustrated account of his Second World War service in North Africa and Italy, and the privately published Notions (2011). His last work, 80 Years Behind the Lens: The life story of a professional New Zealand photographer, is now being prepared for publication by his long-term collaborator Martyn Thompson.
Loved by those who knew him, John was a true gentleman and a meticulous craftsman. Our thoughts are with his partner Susan, his friends and family. Rest in peace, John.
Thursday, July 30, 2015
Oratia Media to publish New Zealand parliamentary guide
At the conclusion of a public request for
proposals and selection process, the Office of the Clerk of the House of
Representatives has appointed Oratia Media to publish the fourth edition of the
authoritative guide to the conduct of our Parliament – Parliamentary Practice in New Zealand.
West Auckland-based Oratia Media will publish
the book as a high-quality paperback and an ebook, with a provisional
publication date of August 2016.
Parliamentary Practice in New Zealand
provides a detailed description of New Zealand’s parliamentary practice. It is
an authoritative text for use by members of Parliament, public servants,
academics, parliamentary officers and other working professionals who have an
interest in Parliament, such as the legal profession.
David Wilson, Clerk of the House of
Representatives, commented: “We’re really excited to be working with Oratia to
produce a new edition of a much-used text. Producing an ebook will be a first
for our Parliament and will hopefully widen its readership even further.”
Peter Dowling, Managing Director of Oratia
Media, welcomed the agreement to publish Parliamentary
Practice in New Zealand. “We’ve brought together an experienced team in
Auckland, Wellington and Oamaru to edit and design this significant work, and
look forward to a close relationship with the Office of the Clerk of the House
of Representatives.”
Further information about the book will be
released closer to the publication date.
Provisional Publication Date: August 2016
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Thursday, May 21, 2015
László Krasznahorkai wins Man Booker International Prize
Congratulations to Hungarian novelist László Krasznahorkai on his receipt of this year's Man Booker International Prize.Alessandra and I had the pleasure of meeting Lászlo at his home outside Budapest some years back. He's a kind and warm man. His books are dark yet funny, massively imaginative, and challenge the novelistic form - The Melancholoy of Resistance is a favourite.
Read more about the Man Booker International Prize winner here.
Peter Dowling
Publisher, Libro International
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Te Hokowhitu a Tu on Radio Live this Anzac Day
The Bookman Graham
Beattie will be talking to Mark Sainsbury about the new edition of
Christopher Pugsley's Te Hokowhitu a Tu: The Maori Pioneer Battalion in the
First World War on
Radio Live this Saturday, Anzac Day morning.
You can
also listen to Christopher Pugsley's brilliant account of the Gallipoli
campaign in last week's interview on Radio New Zealand's Saturday Morning
show here.
Historian
Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Christopher Pugsley is also the author
of Gallipoli: The New Zealand Story (also
a Libro International book), a brilliant and moving account of this
defining campaign of the First World War, told through the eyes of those who
fought and died in the unsuccessful effort to seize the Dardanelles from
Turkey.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Te Hokowhitu a Tu publication will complement Te Papa Gallipoli exhibition
The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is preparing to launch its Gallipoli: The Scale of War exhibition on 18 April.
That comes two days after we will publish the new edition of Christopher Pugsley's Te Hokowhitu a Tu: The Maori Pioneer Battalion in the First World War.
Gallipoli: The Scale of War includes a significant section about the Pioneer Battalion, and what is more Christopher has been the principal historian for Te Papa's exhibition.
To see more about the Maori component of the exhibition, including commentary from Christopher, see Episode 3 in Te Papa's Building Gallipoli videos:
http://www.gallipoli.tepapa.govt.nz
That comes two days after we will publish the new edition of Christopher Pugsley's Te Hokowhitu a Tu: The Maori Pioneer Battalion in the First World War.
Gallipoli: The Scale of War includes a significant section about the Pioneer Battalion, and what is more Christopher has been the principal historian for Te Papa's exhibition.
To see more about the Maori component of the exhibition, including commentary from Christopher, see Episode 3 in Te Papa's Building Gallipoli videos:
http://www.gallipoli.tepapa.govt.nz
Thursday, March 26, 2015
Libro books are easy to find at PDL's new warehouse
Our New Zealand distributor Publishers Distribution Limited (PDL) is now in a new location in Northcote, just across the Harbour Bridge on Auckland's North Shore.
With the move PDL has reorganised all of the stock, making each of its different publishers and agencies easy to find for agents and buyers visiting the warehouse.
It's good to see all the Libro International titles in one picking area.
We've been with PDL since launching Libro in 2009, and are grateful for their fine service over that time. Long may it continue from their new premises.
Publishers Distribution Limited
39 Woodside Ave P O Box 34744 Phone:09-8282999
Northcote Birkenhead Fax: 09-8282399
AUCKLAND 0627 AUCKLAND 0746
With the move PDL has reorganised all of the stock, making each of its different publishers and agencies easy to find for agents and buyers visiting the warehouse.
It's good to see all the Libro International titles in one picking area.
We've been with PDL since launching Libro in 2009, and are grateful for their fine service over that time. Long may it continue from their new premises.
Publishers Distribution Limited
39 Woodside Ave P O Box 34744 Phone:09-8282999
Northcote Birkenhead Fax: 09-8282399
AUCKLAND 0627 AUCKLAND 0746
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Ten more Libro books now available in North America
North American distributor Casemate-IPM has just released
ten more of our books in their Spring-Summer 2015 catalogue.
Customers in the USA and Canada can order any of the following
through Casemate-IPM:
Favourite Māori
Legends A.W. Reed
Like Them That Dream Bronwyn Elsmore
Maori Weapons Jeff Evans
Out on the Water Tessa Duder
Snowy the Doganaut Diego Albuquerque
Te Ara Paul Tapsell & Krzysztof Pfeiffer
The Last Maopo Tania Simpson
The New Zealand
Wars Matthew Wright
To the Gateways of
Florence Stefano Fusi (ed)
Warrior Kids Tim Tipene
To locate these and our other books available in North
America, go to:
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Te Hokowhitu a Tu to be published ahead of Gallipoli Centenary
Te Hokowhitu a Tu
The Maori Pioneer Battalion in
the First World War
Christopher Pugsley
Main history of Maori and Pacific Island role in
the First World War makes welcome return
Maori soldiers signing up for the First World
War representing a formidable fighting force – Te Hokowhitu a Tu, or the
Seventy twice-told warriors of the war god.
Te Hokowhitu a Tu tells the story of the decisive
contribution that Maori and Pacific Islanders made on the front lines of
Gallipoli and the Western Front.
Richly illustrated with unique photos and
memorabilia, the book balances its account of military
exploits with a portrayal of daily life for Maori and Pacific Island soldiers.
To mark the Gallipoli centenary, this April
Libro International will re-publish Te
Hokowhitu a Tu with a smart new cover and the original text.
Christopher Pugsley’s contribution to military
history was recognised by his receipt of the New Zealand Order of Merit Award
in January. He retired in 2012 as Senior Lecturer at the Royal Military
Academy, Sandhurst, UK, and now works as a freelance historian from his home in
Waikanae. The author of numerous books including Gallipoli: The New Zealand Story, Christopher is the principal
historian for Te Papa’s Gallipoli project.
Release
Date: 16 April 2015 | ISBN:
978-1-877514-77-7 | RRP $39.99
Paperback with
flaps, 297 x 210 mm, 148 pages b&w
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