Come and meet bestselling author Dr Hinemoa Elder as she introduces Ara: A Māori Guidebook of the Mind.
Dr Hinemoa will be speaking about how her experiences as a psychiatrist, mother, whānau member and descendant have informed her writing. She’ll share Māori resources for thinking about thinking, and provide much-needed life guidance for our local and global communities. Her talks will be followed by Q&As and the opportunity to get books signed. For more information on specific events, please contact the host.
Dr Hinemoa Elder - Ara Tour 2025
Christchurch
Date: Friday 12th December, 6PM for 6.30PM start
Venue: UBS Canterbury | University Drive, Ilam
Event Website: Author Talk - Ara by Dr Hinemoa Elder
Date: Saturday 13th December, 10AM
Venue: Scorpio Books | 120 Hereford Street
Event Website: Meet & Greet | Dr Hinemoa Elder
Celebrate Matariki with Dr Hinemoa Elder at events across the South Island, in conversation about her books and the wisdom that inspires them.
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