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Dearest MaRiky: A Mother’s Journey through Grief, Trauma and Healing – Louisa Zondo heals through life and death
From the depths of despair to the heights of Mount Everest, Louisa Zondo’s journey through grief is a powerful testament to the human spirit.
Don’t miss the launch of Justice Malala’s new book The Plot to Save South Africa: Chris Hani’s Murder and the Week Nelson Mandela Averted Civil War at Love Books (2 Jun)
Love Books and Jonathan Ball Publishers invite you to the launch of The Plot to Save South Africa: Chris Hani’s Murder and the Week Nelson Mandela Averted Civil War by Justice Malala.
Five minutes with Eben Venter on his new novel Decima
He wanted to show that rhinos are sentient beings, says Eben Venter about his latest novel, Decima, which will be published in both English and Afrikaans.
Fri – 26th May 2023
Join Justice Malala at The Book Lounge for the launch of The Plot to Save South Africa: Chris Hani’s Murder and the Week Nelson Mandela Averted Civil War (31 May)
The Book Lounge and Jonathan Ball Publishers invite you to the launch of The Plot to Save South Africa: Chris Hani’s Murder and the Week Nelson Mandela Averted Civil War by Justice Malala.
‘Onwards is more than just a cookbook: it tells the story of my journey since closing The Kitchen, and having to redefine my life without it.’
After closing her beloved Cape Town restaurant, The Kitchen, Karen Dudley embarked on a journey to rediscover her love for the alchemy of food, and cooking for her family. It was a journey that helped her redefine herself after being a restauranteur for eleven years, and has come together in her beautiful new cookbook, Onwards.
Footnotes, May 2023: Book links from around the web
At The Reading List, we’re trainspotters when it comes to interesting book links, and here are a number that caught our eye.
Thu – 25th May 2023
Bullet in the Heart by Beverley Roos-Muller – a beautifully told account of the fellowship of four brothers in war
Bullet in the Heart: Four Brothers Ride to War 1899–1902 by Beverley Roos-Muller is out now from Jonathan Ball Publishers.
‘I put a little bit of myself into every character’ – Emily Henry chats about her new novel Happy Place
Set over one sizzling summer, Happy Place is the new chemistry-filled ‘second chance love’ romcom from Tiktok sensation, Emily Henry.
Wed – 24th May 2023
Don’t miss Jonny Steinberg in conversation with Eusebius McKaiser for the launch of Winnie and Nelson at Love Books (24 May)
Join Jonathan Ball Publishers and Love Books for the launch of Jonny Steinberg’s new book Winnie and Nelson: Portrait of a Marriage.
‘This book began for me when I was out camping alone’ – Shelley Read on the genesis of her debut novel Go as a River
Go as a River is a heart-wrenching coming-of-age story and a drama of enthralling power. Combining unforgettable characters and a breathtaking natural setting, it is a sweeping story of survival and becoming, of the deepest mysteries of love, truth and fate.
Join Morabo Morojele for the launch of his highly anticipated new novel Three Egg Dilemma at Love Books (25 May)
Jacana Media invites you to the Love Books launch of Three Egg Dilemma, the highly anticipated new novel by Morabo Morojele.
Tue – 23rd May 2023
Jonathan Ball Publishers withdraws The Outsider: The Unauthorised Biography of Herman Mashaba by Prince Mashele from market
Jonathan Ball Publishers has confirmed that The Outsider: The Unauthorised Biography of Herman Mashaba by Prince Mashele has been withdrawn from market.
Mon – 22nd May 2023
Join Jonny Steinberg for the launch of Winnie and Nelson: Portrait of a Marriage at The Book Lounge (22 May)
Join Jonathan Ball Publishers and The Book Lounge for the launch of Jonny Steinberg’s new book Winnie and Nelson: Portrait of a Marriage.
Zondo at Your Fingertips: The Definitive Guide to the Zondo Commission by Paul Holden
Zondo at Your Fingertips: The Definitive Guide to the Zondo Commission by Paul Holden is out in May from Jacana Media!
Onwards by Karen Dudley – nourishing and indulgent recipes, with a story of hope and happiness
In Onwards, Karen Dudley invites you to embrace the beauty of change and reconnect with the joy of cooking.
Fri – 19th May 2023
BITTERKOMIX IS TERUG MET BK19!
Offerlammers, heilige koeie, Judasbokke…Die hele plaaswerf word in Bitterkomix 19 (Soutie Press, 2023) gespitbraai.
Thu – 18th May 2023
The Mandela family and the concept of forgiveness – an event with Jonny Steinberg and Marina Cantacuzino (22 May)
Join Jonathan Ball Publishers for an afternoon of conversation, where Jonny Steinberg and Marina Cantacuzino will be talking to Brent Meersman about the Mandela family and the concept of forgiveness.
Read an excerpt from Tom Hanks’s new novel, The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece!
Hold on to your popcorn, folks! Academy Award-winning actor and bestselling author Tom Hanks is back with a thrilling new book that takes you behind the scenes of the biggest superhero action film of all time.
Truth to Power: Penguin Random House takes legal steps against individuals distributing pirated ebook
Penguin Random House SA has announced it will be taking legals steps against individuals sharing the pirated version of André de Ruyter’s book Truth to Power.
On That Wave of Gulls – the new novel from Vernon RL Head, the bestselling author of The Search for the Rarest Bird in the World
On That Wave of Gulls, the new novel from Vernon RL Head, will be out from Jacana Media at the end of May 2023.