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In celebration of Matariki
Rānui Library - June 2025
'We had the absolute honour of welcoming award-winning author Tim Tipene to our library today!
Tim shared his powerful story and read aloud to the rangatahi of Birdwood School, inspiring them with his journey, wisdom, and heartfelt words.
His message of resilience, hope, and self-belief was a true inspiration to everyone in the room.
A huge thank you to Tim for his time and for connecting with our young people in such a meaningful and inspiring way — and to Birdwood School for being part of such a special visit!' - the team at Rānui Library
Due to popular demand Tim has returned to giving talks.
Book Tim to speak at your event today. Phone Alana on 027 321 1112
The Ever-Standing Tree - September 2024
Written by Tim Tipene
Illustrated by Ani Huia Ligaliga
Māori translation by Kanapu Rangitauira
Published by Oratia Books
Over the protests of his kids, Dad cuts down a tree to get ‘a better view’ — only for a chorus of birds and insects to put it back together overnight.
The battle of wills between the blade and nature goes on until Dad finally sees the light and comes to love the tree.
Told in Māori and English, this lovingly illustrated story resets the beloved myth of Rātā and the Tree in a modern setting, encouraging readers to consider traditions, tikanga and respect for nature.
The Ever-Standing Tree/Te Rākau Tū Tonu follows on from Tim Tipene’s successful picture books Māui – Sun Catcher/Te Kaihao i te Rā and Rona Moon/Ko Rona Māhina, both Storylines Notable Book Award winners.
Finalist
NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults, 2024
Te Pukapuka Ka Kore e Pānuihia was shortlisted for the Wright Family Foundation Te Kura Pounamu Award for te reo Māori. Written by Tim Tipene, iIlustrated by Nicoletta Benella and translated by Kanapu Rangitauira.
The judges state, 'Reading can be difficult. But some books are more difficult than others! Tim Tipene’s pukapuka understands and empathises with its audience – tamariki who struggle with reading and attention – without condescending or judging. The kōrero is just challenging enough with its reo to encourage exploration of language and an enduring love of kupu.'
Photo: Illustrator Nicoletta Benella and author Tim Tipene at the 2023 NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.
Pipi and Pou books 5 and 6
In-store now
Books 5 and 6 of Tim Tipene's award-winning Pipi and Pou adventure series have arrived. Pipi and Pou and the Waves of Destruction and Pipi and Pou and the Firewoman are the latest titles. Join the two superhero cousins in the Waves of Destruction where huge tides are swamping the coast and overrunning the homes of a coastal Marae, and in the Firewoman where one of the local boys arrives home telling of a frightening woman who attacked him in the forest, throwing balls of fire. Two more thrilling Pipi and Pou adventures to add to your collection.
Illustrated by Isobel Te Aho-White. Published by OneTree House, 2024.
Tim's Books can be purchased online
