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Christchurch Books 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.Â
All volumes are in stock now, so you can complete your collection, or purchase the latest one. Each volume includes different sets photos from around the time of or prior to the earthquakes. The comparison ‘now’ photos are taken from the same location in the year of publication. Â
- Volume 1 covers pre-earthquake up to 2013.
- Volume 2 covers pre- and post-earthquake up to 2015.
- Volume 3 covers pre- and post-earthquake up to 2017.
- Volume 4 covers pre- and post-earthquake up to 2024.
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.Â
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!Â
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 send me a message via our contact page..
Deb Donnell
Publisher, Author, Mentor and Speaker
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

