Ian Wishart is an award-winning investigative journalist and bestselling author whose writing style is often compared to John Grisham. He is in his fourth decade in the news business, having authored more than 20 books. His work has been featured in prominent global media outlets, and his books have achieved worldwide bestseller status. Wishart is driven by a commitment to telling the stories that "need to be told," tackling subjects from cold case murders to government espionage, a pursuit that has placed him in perilous situations.
Award-winning investigative journalist Wishart breaks open the global warming debate into easily understood chapters that first explain the latest scientific discoveries, and then explain the agenda behind the climate scare.
This book challenges common diet recommendations like low-salt, low-fat, and low-cholesterol, arguing they may be harmful. It explores the truth about our diets and the benefits of natural products, offering a compelling investigation into misunderstood foods and supplements backed by scientific evidence.
Set against the backdrop of Hollywood and the global bloodstock industry, this gripping legal thriller weaves together the lives of iconic figures like David Bowie and Tatum O'Neal. It delves into the world of wealth, power, and crime, featuring armed confrontations and glittering tax havens. Ian Wishart, a top investigative journalist, combines thorough research with personal insights to create a compelling narrative that highlights the intricacies of a true story, reminiscent of John Grisham's works.
Set against the backdrop of New Zealand in 1989, the narrative follows the mysterious disappearance of two Swedish tourists during their vacation. Investigative journalist and bestselling author Wishart meticulously retraces their journey, uncovering layers of intrigue and suspense. As he delves into the circumstances surrounding their vanishing, the book explores themes of adventure, loss, and the quest for truth, revealing the complexities of a case that captivated the public and remains unresolved.
From the author of two #1 bestsellers - The Paradise Conspiracy and Lawyers, Guns & Money - comes the final piece of the jigsaw... In the eighties and nineties, a small coterie of business tycoons stumbled on an incredible get-rich-quick scheme, using dodgy tax havens, fake documents and political connections that reached all the way to the top. Why did politicians interfere in criminal investigations? Who authorised covert surveillance of a rising political star threatening to expose corruption? Why did a director of state-owned TV New Zealand resign in a scandal? Were bribes paid to prevent an inquiry into the billion dollar BNZ collapse? Is there evidence that the Winebox Royal Commission of Inquiry's anti-corruption investigation became 'compromised'?
Working from the original documents from 200 years ago, Wishart directly challenges the findings of books like Michael King's "Penguin History of New Zealand" and Claudia Orange's "Treaty of Waitangi, " and in doing so offers a fresh new perspective on an issue affecting every New Zealander.
Exploring the harrowing journey of a mother seeking justice for her twins, this book delves into the depths of family violence and societal indifference. Initially banned from major retailers due to a significant boycott, it confronts the challenges faced by victims and the stigma surrounding their experiences. The narrative highlights the mother's resilience amid a tumultuous fight against a system that often fails to support those in need.
A gripping investigation unfolds as an investigative television team delves into a web of corruption, extortion, and criminal fraud linked to a mysterious country and its ties to global finance. The narrative reveals a series of explosive events, including a death, missing computer disks, and billion-dollar deals involving arms trading and espionage. Award-winning journalist Ian Wishart exposes the truth behind the winebox investigation, which implicated multiple nations and threatened powerful interests, transforming complex financial issues into a thrilling crime story.
This is not just another 'God' book. This is the definitive slap-down, slam-dunk, no-holds-barred prize title fight between the Divine and Richard Dawkins. Take a ringside seat as investigative journalist Ian Wishart presents the explosive scientific and historical evidence of a divinity code - an "inconvenient truth" that Dawkins and others have no credible explanation for, evidence that is turning both science and religion on their heads. Is there a rational explanation for the existence of the Universe, given the latest data? How did life arise? What about the evolution/intelligent design controversy? Aren't all religions equal? Did Jesus Christ even exist? Written in Wishart's acclaimed page-turner style, The Divinity Code is punchy, informative and easy to read... Watch as one of the country's hardest-hitting journalists turns his guns on a Zoologist (Dawkins), a Bishop (John Spong), a fellow journalist (Christopher Hitchens) and a former nun (Karen Armstrong), this is the ultimate shoot-out of the 'God' books...
A provocative exploration of societal norms, the book challenges political correctness by targeting influential elites and social engineers. The author, a journalist, critiques those who manipulate public policy for personal gain, portraying them as self-serving figures who exploit taxpayers and the youth. Through sharp commentary and bold assertions, the narrative aims to provoke thought and ignite debate on the motivations behind contemporary social issues.