South Africa
Wednesday – 26th July 2017
The most far-out stuff in my novels is actually what’s true: Zukiswa Wanner chats to Eusebius McKaiser
Zukiswa Wanner was in the 702 studio to chat to Eusebius McKaiser today.
Tuesday – 25th July 2017
New book alert: A Short History of South Africa by Gail Nattrass
In A Short History of South Africa, Gail Nattrass presents the reader with a brief, general account of South Africa’s history, from the very beginning to the present day.
Don’t miss the launch of Wellbeing Economy by Lorenzo Fioramonti at Love Books
Pan Macmillan and Love Books invite you to the launch of Lorenzo Fioramonti’s new book Wellbeing Economy: Success in a World Without Growth.
Monday – 24th July 2017
The price of a life? Anything from R5,000 upwards: Read an excerpt from Hitmen for Hire by Mark Shaw
In Hitmen for Hire, author Mark Shaw takes the reader on a journey like no other, navigating a world of South Africa’s hitmen, informers, rogue policemen, taxi bosses, gang leaders and crooked businessmen.
Mandela’s Last Years withdrawn by Penguin Random House South Africa out of respect for the late Mandela’s family
Penguin Random House South Africa has withdrawn new book Mandela’s Last Years, a memoir written by Vejay Ramlakan, the former head of Nelson Mandela’s medical team.
Friday – 21st July 2017
Exclusive reveal: Siphiwo Mahala’s play The House of Truth out soon, with a foreword by Cyril Ramaphosa
Siphiwo Mahala’s hit play The House of Truth will be published in book form soon, with a foreword by Cyril Ramaphosa.
The Testimony of Steve Biko – new book examines how Black Consciousness surged into public awareness
When Steve Biko entered the courtroom as a star witness in the famous SASO/BPC trial to deliver his testimony on Black Consciousness, those who had heard of the myth of the man named Biko got to witness him in court.
King Kong: Our Knot of Time and Music – don’t miss the launch of this personal memoir of South Africa’s legendary musical
King Kong was not just South Africa’s first ever musical, but one that grew out of collaboration between black people and white, and showcased an all-black cast.
Penguin Random House SA responds to legal action threat by Graça Machel over new book
Penguin Random House South Africa has released a statement after former president Nelson Mandela’s widow, Graca Machel, threatened to sue over its new publication Mandela’s Last Years.
A Gap in the Hedge, the powerful new novel from Johan Vlok Louw, author of Karoo Dusk
Penguin Random House South Africa is proud to present A Gap in the Hedge, the latest novel from Johan Vlok Louw.
Thursday – 20th July 2017
Jonathan Jansen to launch book writing initiative for budding black writers
Professor Jonathan Jansen has announced plans for a series of book-writing workshops in ‘major townships’ across South Africa.
Don’t miss the launch of The Fifth Mrs Brink by Karina Szczurek at The Book Lounge
Jonathan Ball Publishers and The Book Lounge invite you to the Cape Town launch of Karina M Szczurek’s new soul-baring memoir, The Fifth Mrs Brink.
Wednesday – 19th July 2017
‘What is the acceptable amount of blood for good literature?’ Arundhati Roy’s new novel The Ministry of Utmost Happiness reviewed
In the latest issue of the newly launched Johannesburg Review of Books, Panashe Chigumadzi reviews Arundhati Roy’s The Ministry of Utmost Happiness.
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Good mothers and shocking secrets: Gail Schimmel chats about her novel The Park
Gail Schimmel’s latest novel, The Park, is the story of three women, new mothers, who become close friends.
Tuesday – 18th July 2017
[Video and podcast] Sisonke Msimang on whiteness, multiculturalism and Jacob Zuma
CBC/Radio-Canada has published a multimedia feature on journalist and activist Sisonke Msimang as part of a global series titled ‘Us and Them: …
First look at Angela Makholwa’s new book The Blessed Girl
Pan Macmillan recently revealed the cover for Angela Makholwa’s new novel, The Blessed Girl, and now we can reveal a little of what the book will be about!
Friday – 14th July 2017
Robert Marawa on why you need to read Being a Black Springbok: ‘I don’t talk up things that I don’t believe in’
Being a Black Springbok: The Thando Manana Story, written by Sibusiso Mjikeliso, was launched in Port Elizabeth recently with Robert Marawa.
Margie Orford steps down from PEN South Africa presidency, welcomes Nadia Davids to the role
Margie Orford is standing down from the presidency of PEN South Africa, with Nadia Davids set to take over.
Thursday – 13th July 2017
First look at Nelson Mandela’s unfinished memoir – Dare Not Linger: The Presidential Years
Drawing on Nelson Mandela’s own unfinished memoir, Dare Not Linger is the remarkable story of his presidency told in his own words and those of distinguished South African writer Mandla Langa.