Ellie Catton, Neil Cross, and Paul Cleave share their favourite reads of the year...

Earlier this month the New Zealand Listener began a series talking to New Zealand writers, reviewers, politicians and other 'prominent Kiwis' about their favourite reads of 2013.

Amongst the writers involved are several who will be familiar to readers of this blog, including Man Booker Prize winner Ellie Catton, and Ngaio Marsh Award winners Neil Cross (pictured right: photo: David White) and Paul Cleave.

You can read their recommendations and favourites here.