At Celebrity Speakers, we love celebrating the successes of our incredible speakers — and right now, we’re especially excited about their latest book releases. Four of our leading voices have taken their stories from the stage to the page, and we can’t wait to dive in.
Each book is different — covering leadership, resilience, identity, and hope — but all carry the same thread of powerful storytelling and inspiration that our speakers are known for. Whether you’re looking for your next great read or considering a speaker who can bring these ideas to life at your event, these new releases are worth celebrating.
Gilbert Enoka – Become Unstoppable
One of the most influential figures in New Zealand sport, Gilbert Enoka has spent over two decades inside the All Blacks’ high-performance environment. In his debut book Become Unstoppable, Gilbert finally shares the mindset tools, culture strategies, and resilience habits that helped shape one of the most successful teams in sporting history.
This book is more than a reflection — it’s a playbook for life. Packed with insights for students, athletes, business leaders, and anyone chasing excellence, Become Unstoppable shows how to thrive, not just survive.
Sarah Brown – This Is Not Yours to Carry
Global changemakers Sarah and Matt Brown have launched their debut children’s book, This Is Not Yours to Carry. Written by Sarah with Matt and illustrated by their daughter Oceana Olsen, this beautifully told story follows Tai and children like him as they learn that some burdens are not theirs to carry.
Inspired by Matt’s own childhood in refuge, this book delivers a powerful message of hope, healing, and freedom for children living in violence. With a mission to donate more than 125,000 hardcover copies to children in refuges worldwide, This Is Not Yours to Carry is more than a book — it’s a movement.
James Laughlin – Habits of High Performers
Leadership coach, strategist, and world champion musician James Laughlin has worked with CEOs, elite athletes, and world-class teams. His new book, Habits of High Performers, distils years of research into the daily rituals and leadership strategies that drive long-term success.
This isn’t just theory — James’ book is a practical roadmap for anyone wanting to create change through small, consistent habits. Whether in business or life, Habits of High Performers offers actionable tools to step up and lead with purpose.
Mike McRoberts – Speaking My Language
Well-known journalist and presenter Mike McRoberts has given us decades of trusted reporting. But in his latest book, Speaking My Language / Te Kōrero i Tōku Reo, Mike turns the lens on himself — sharing his deeply personal journey of reconnecting to te ao Māori and learning te reo.
For much of his life, Mike felt the weight of not knowing his language, an experience shared by many New Zealanders of his generation. His book is an honest, inspiring account of reclaiming identity through te reo Māori, and an invitation for others to take their own first steps toward connection and culture.
