“Liam has managed to do the almost impossible — make the world of economics accessible, interesting and, dare I say it, even fun.”
Grant Robertson, Former Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister

‘Who knew The Lorax, Biggie Smalls and Jim Bolger’s surf team could help explain economics? Dann nails why money matters. This is how to talk finance at the BBQ and still be invited back.”
Guyon Espiner, Investigative journalist

“Liam's a master at telling you what you didn't know you needed to know, while still making you laugh. If you want a shortcut to impressing your friends at the weekend, this is the book to help you do it.”
Frances Cook, Personal finance journalist and educator

“A guidebook to sounding smart next time someone asks about the economy. Dann easily translates complex jargon into simple, Kiwi examples.”
Brad Olsen, Chief Executive and Principal Economist, Infometrics

“A surprisingly fun and easy read - filled with characters, humour and Liam's personal stories - that gives us the how, why and who of money in New Zealand.”
Mary Holm, Personal finance writer and seminar presenter

“Liam has a remarkable way of making the complicated, uncomplicated. His insightful, considered, and plain-English explanation of economics is a must-read for anyone wanting to know just what makes our economy tick.”
Sir John Key, former Prime Minister of New Zealand