John Walsh Books

The official story behind the cult sci-fi hit Flash Gordon.

Discover the thrilling story behind the making of Escape from New York and celebrate its legacy in this visually stunning, exclusive retrospective.

Explore Auckland's architectural landscape through the insights of an expert. This updated pocket guide features a self-guided walking tour of 65 notable buildings, spanning from the Victorian era to contemporary designs, enhanced by the collaboration of architecture writer John Walsh and photographer Patrick Reynolds. With engaging text and clear maps for five routes, it serves as an excellent resource for both locals and tourists looking to appreciate the city's rich architectural heritage.

The definitive guide to the making of the classic 1960s Dr. Who movies, lavishly illustrated and packed with insights into these beloved films.

Featuring a collection of city walks, this guide highlights Christchurch's blend of historic architecture and contemporary structures that emerged post-earthquake. Authored by John Walsh and photographed by Patrick Reynolds, it serves as an insightful resource for both visitors and locals eager to explore the city's urban landscape. The pocket-sized format makes it convenient for on-the-go exploration, showcasing the resilience and evolution of Christchurch through its architecture.

The third in the series of popular and handy guides to our urban architecture by the well-known team of writer John Walsh and photographer Patrick Reynolds. It tells the stories of more than 120 significant central-city buildings, and also of the architects who designed them. The buildings are grouped into five self-guided walking routes, each with a map; together these itineraries create a character portrait of New Zealand’s most urbane city. It’s the perfect guide for visitors to Wellington and also for locals who want to know more about their city.

An elegy to a golden age of literature, Circus of Dreams divulges how the British literary scene underwent an unrecognisable transformation in the 1980s, almost eclipsing writers of the previous generation.

Pumping Insulin is a complete guide for achieving excellent control on a smart insulin pump. Pump users and health professionals will benefit from comprehensive, easy-to-use information, focused on the latest features in today's pumps and CGMs. Get the most out of your pump!

Anthony Burgess reads chapters of his novel A Clockwork Orange with hair-raising drive and energy. Although it is a fantasy set in an Orwellian future, this is anything but a bedtime story. -The New York Times

Irish mythology gets a modern interpretation. Long ago, a war raged to extinguish all magic from this world and magic has not been felt since. But when Aisling, an angry Irish orphan, runs away from foster care, she's going to discover that the war isn't over. And with the help of an ancient Celtic warrior, a rogue priest, and a dark fairy, she will find herself on the run from the darkest creatures of the ages. Her only hope - find out where the magic went and how to bring it back! Action Lab presents the first volume of a new series that connects readers to the search for belonging, redemption, and the magic inside us. Collects The Ballad of Ronan Issues 1-3.