Books
Shelf-help book of the week | ‘How to Try Again’
It's 2020-fix and 'How to Try Again' by Steve Kamb is your shelf-help book of the week.
By Mila de Villiers
Bron Sibree talks to Duncan McNab about his latest book - ‘Recipe for Murder’
Duncan McNab's 'Recipe for Murder' investigates the notorious case of Erin Patterson, who served death cap mushroom-laced Beef Wellington that killed her in-laws and a family member in Leongatha, Victoria.
JACKET NOTES | Peter Hain on his novel ‘Smuggler Kingpin’
'Smuggler Kingpin' explores the rise of a Harare-based smuggling kingpin operating illicit tobacco and gold trades across South Africa, enabled by corruption and compromised law enforcement.
By Peter Hain
A search for truth | Nicole Engelbrecht on her book ‘Bare Bones’
Nicole Engelbrecht, renowned South African crime podcaster and author, discusses her latest book 'Bare Bones', which explores ten unsolved cases featured on her hit podcast 'True Crime South Africa' series.
By Jennifer Platt
Joy Watson Women’s Month: Going off script
In honour of Women’s Month, we speak to feminist researcher and writer Joy Watson after the publication of ‘Because I Love You’.
The strange world of Asako Yuzuki’s fiction
Asako Yuzuki’s cult hits shine a blistering light on the lives of Japanese women
By Michele Magwood
Adrian Gore: Why life is a sprint and a marathon
The Discovery boss takes on some deep topics in his book, with the self-explanatory subtitle ‘multiply your impact in life and leadership’. There’s evolution, logarithmic time and the Pareto principle for starters, as Jennifer Platt discovered
By Jennifer Platt
Champion of Love | Cathrine Phiri
In honour of Women's Month, local novelist Cathrine Phiri shares what being a contemporary romance writer means in South Africa.
By Cathrine Phiri and Cathrine Phiri
Princess Diana’s brother to publish book about her life
Book to offer brother’s personal memories and perspective on historic events
By Reuters
A life less ordinary: author, publisher and lifelong rebel Melinda Ferguson reflects on the women who shaped her
Author, publisher and lifelong rebel Melinda Ferguson reflects on the women who shaped her
By Melinda Ferguson
‘I was a nervous wreck on the bench’: Janine van Wyk recalls Banyana’s 2022 Wafcon glory
Janine van Wyk recalls the tension, triumph, and impact of Banyana Banyana’s historic 2022 Wafcon victory
By Firdose Moonda
JACKET NOTES | ‘ROAR! and MOAR!’ by Marilise de Villiers Basson
Jacket Notes: Marilise de Villiers Basson’s books, ROAR! and MOAR!, chronicle her journey from corporate burnout and workplace bullying in London to personal growth and renewal in South Africa’s Cape Winelands.
Sally Hepworth talks about her book ‘Mad Mabel’
Sally Hepworth is the bestselling author of nine novels and writes incisively about family, relationships and identity with a twist of domestic thriller. Her 10th and latest novel, ‘Mad Mabel’, is as dark and charming as her previous books.
Women’s Month column: Shafinaaz Hassim
Books: In honour of Women’s Month, Shafinaaz Hassim, author, sociologist, and curator reflects on the evolving identity and roles of South African women writers, emphasising their resilience in overcoming societal and economic barriers.
By Shafinaaz Hassim
Top 5 comics to read for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
Whether you’ve already booked a ticket or are still planning to watch, here are some reads to gear you up
By Thango Ntwasa
