Books by David Riley
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Niue Heroes tells the inspirational stories of achievers who have Niuean ancestry. It includes legends like Laufoli, Mataginifale and Maui; historical figures such as Sir Robert Rex and Peniamina; and contemporary heroes like Che Fu and Dr Colin Tukuitoga. The book is written to ...inspire young Niueans, to encourage reading and promote literacy.
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A Tongan legend retold by David Riley and translated into Tongan by Julienne Faletau.
Maui threw his line and hook into the ocean. He felt the hook catch onto something huge and heavy. "Wow, it's beautiful!" Maui said. What amazing sight did Maui see in the ocean that day?
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"Tells how a young man from Rotorua, New Zealand, became a star in the toughest basketball competition in the world the NBA"--Back cover.
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Stacey Waaka follows Stacey's journey from Ruatoki to the rugby stadiums of the world. Read about some of the many challenges she's been through, including a terrifying bus crash, and how she overcame them. Find out how her faith, family, friends, coaches, teachers and culture ha...ve guided and powered her to aim high in life.
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"Tells how a young boxer from South Auckland, New Zealand became a heavyweight champion of the world"--Back cover.
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"Story of how a young Kiwi driver achieved his dream of competing in one of the toughest drifting leagues in the world... Formula Drift! Learn how passion and determination helped mike become one of the best drifters in the world, and how it can help you achieve your dream too"--...Back cover.
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Wahine Toa: Lisa Carrington tells the story of a girl from a small New Zealand town, who became the first Maori in history to win an Olympic gold medal. You'll learn how to use challenges in your own life as motivation. And you'll discover that no matter where you come from, it's... okay to dream big!
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Profiles famous Tongans, who tell their story about how they became successful. Subjects include Jonah Lomu, Captain Kamelia Zarka, Filipe Tohi, The Jets, Manu Vatuvei, Dr Viliami Tani and Valerie Adams. Also looks at some legendary and historic figures.
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"Tells how a young motor sports fan from Auckland, New Zealand became one of the most famous professional drifters in the world!"--Back cover.
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Kamelia Lino Zarka tracks Kamelia's journey from the Kingdom of Tonga, to the skies of Hawaii. You'll read how she made history by becoming the first Tongan female to captain a commercial airline. And you'll be inspired to see how her daughters are following in her high achieving... footsteps. The sky is no limit for this Tongan family!
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