A new arrival on the South African publishing landscape warrants celebration, especially if the driving force behind it is someone of the stature of Karina Szczurek. Karina… Read more “Strong voices with unique stories find a home at Karavan Press”
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Dalene Matthee’s Fiela se kind & Toorbos make a splash on the big screen
Every now and again, months, and sometimes even years of hard work, come to fruition in one swift buzz of activity. The recent release of two feature… Read more “Dalene Matthee’s Fiela se kind & Toorbos make a splash on the big screen”
Reflections on the Bologna Children’s Book Fair
Attending the 56th Bologna Children’s Book Fair was an unmistakable highlight of the first half of 2019. In April I had the privilege of representing LAPA Publishers… Read more “Reflections on the Bologna Children’s Book Fair”
Luisterboeke
Netwerk24 en NB-Uitgewers het onlangs die goeie nuus gedeel dat hulle voortaan twee luisterboeke per maand beskikbaar sal stel vir Netwerk24-intekenare se luistergenot. Hier is ’n artikel… Read more “Luisterboeke”
Hello 2019
The calendar shows a brand new year. Commitment to goals is still strong. The gym is noticeably fuller than usual. 2019 is here. But first, let’s reflect.… Read more “Hello 2019”
Dark Traces by Martin Steyn to be published in Turkish translation
A7 Kitap has acquired Turkish translation rights to top local crime writer Martin Steyn’s debut novel and plans to bring the Turkish edition to market by the… Read more “Dark Traces by Martin Steyn to be published in Turkish translation”
Murray and Me’s children’s books adapted for stage and screen
WACK Drama & Children’s Theatre has acquired stage adaptation and performance rights to two popular children’s books published by Murray and Me. Pete Twiddlefeet and the Heart… Read more “Murray and Me’s children’s books adapted for stage and screen”
