Christchurch Books New Release
Christchurch Books - Then and Now Volume 4
Christchurch Books Then & Now Series, published by KESWiN Publishing, is a must own addition for your Christchurch earthquake collection, and a thoughtful gift for the special people on your list.
The Christchurch Books Then & Now series documents the city’s journey from 2010 as it rebuilds and transforms into a vibrant city with world-class facilities, wide open spaces, modern architecture and, of course, the Gothic-style heritage buildings it has always been famous for.
Volume 4 is out now. Discover the changes in the Central City, New Brighton, Sumner, Akaroa, Lyttelton and Kaiapoi. Learn about why the city has been the Gateway to Antarctica since 1901.
RRP $35. A4 softcover book, 72 pages with 206 photos and informative text.
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A Word From the Author
As the Christchurch Books NZ Then and Now Series author, I have many cherished memories of living and working in Christchurch for all of my life.
After emerging safely from the CBD on 22 February 2011, I vowed to document the city’s rebuild. Volume 4 is my sixth book on Christchurch!
I also mentor authors and non-writers through the book publishing and marketing process. I have developed the Writing Diamonds Publishing System™ and these guides are available at Keswin Academy.
I’m available to speak to groups, or help you release your trapped books as part of your legacy. You can learn more about me by clicking the button below or leave me a message here.
Deb Donnell
Publisher, Author, Mentor and Speaker
Complete Series
Christchurch Then & Now
The Christchurch Books Then and Now Series currently has four volumes which document the changes in the city and outlying areas since before the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes, through to 2024.
While we still have some copies available of early volumes, stocks are limited. However, we are looking at doing a reprint (subject to demand). Therefore, if the volumes you are looking for are sold out, let us know and we will add you to our backorder list.
What Readers Are Saying
Our Christchurch Books have been local best-sellers. But don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what our readers have been saying about them.
A beautiful book taking you on a surreal journey.
Andrea Allen, Canterbury Live (CTV)
Review on Christchurch Then and Now Volume 1
The photographs say more than what words ever could. Great book, Deb Donnell. You captured the changes so well and so tastefully. Thank you :)
Penny - Good Reads Community Review
Review on Christchurch Then and Now Volume 1
It’s really good the way the before, during, and after photos all line up from the same angles. It is really brilliant to highlight how we have, or haven’t, progressed. The book is a great photographic history and look at moving forward.
Sue White, The Breeze
Review on Christchurch Then and Now Volume 3
This is a great record of how volunteers give up their time, leave their families and work, and then put themselves in potential harm to help other people.
CDEM Impact Magazine
Review on Responders
Responders - Last Copies
The New Zealand Response Teams are volunteer groups trained to professional standards as an emergency resource that can complement or support everyday emergency services if they are overwhelmed to their normal capabilities. The 22 February 2011 was more than just an every day emergency. All seventeen registered teams were deployed to come and help Christchurch in its time of need.
Responders tells the story of the NZRT Community’s first time in history where their skills were needed at one event, through private collection photographs and personal accounts of the teams and individuals involved.
