The Albanian edition of Skuldig (Guilty) by Martin Steyn saw a warm welcome to the Albanian market, with several prominent interviews with the translator, Sidita Dano, featured… Read more “Albanian edition: ‘Skuldig’ by Martin Steyn”
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10th Book Adaptation Rights Market at the Venice Film Festival
It is the first day of meetings at the Book Adaptation Rights Market of the Venice Film Festival, and talks are underway. Ouida Smit is representing Catrina… Read more “10th Book Adaptation Rights Market at the Venice Film Festival”
‘Al wat tel’ by Irma Venter shortlisted for the ATKV Suspense Prize 2025
Al wat tel (All That Counts) by Irma Venter has been shortlisted for the ATKV Suspense Prize 2025. Al wat tel is the third title in Irma… Read more “‘Al wat tel’ by Irma Venter shortlisted for the ATKV Suspense Prize 2025”
‘In Silence My Heart Speaks’ by Thobeka Yose: Karavan Press shortlisted for CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa
Karavan Press has been shortlisted for the CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa for In Silence My Heart Speaks by Thobeka Yose, which the judging panel, chaired… Read more “‘In Silence My Heart Speaks’ by Thobeka Yose: Karavan Press shortlisted for CANEX Prize for Publishing in Africa”
Arabic edition: ‘Kringe in ’n bos’ by Dalene Matthee
The Arabic translation of Kringe in ’n bos (Circles in A Forest) by Dalene Matthee is out now from the Cairo-based Mahrousa Publishing and it is a… Read more “Arabic edition: ‘Kringe in ’n bos’ by Dalene Matthee”
Catrina Wessels Rights Management selected for the 2025 Venice Film Festival’s Book Adaptation Rights Market
It is a pleasure to announce that Catrina Wessels Rights Management has been selected to participate in the 10th edition of the prestigious Book Adaptation Rights Market at the Venice International Film Festival 2025.
Ombra GVG acquires ‘Jungu Josh: The Golden Calabash’ by Constant van Graan
The Tirana Book Fair of 2025 will see the launch of the Albanian translation of the first title in Constant van Graan’s exciting adventure series, Jungu Josh.… Read more “Ombra GVG acquires ‘Jungu Josh: The Golden Calabash’ by Constant van Graan”
Mannequin Pictures options political thriller ‘Good Hope’ by Nick Clelland
Mannequin Pictures has optioned the screen rights to the political thriller Good Hope, the debut novel of South African author, political advisor and communications specialist, Nick Clelland, for adaptation into a series.
Notes on the Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2025
It was a highlight to attend this year’s edition of the Bologna Children’s Book Fair. Sharing some photos and a short article about the fair, which is… Read more “Notes on the Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2025”
The Jungu Josh Series by Constant van Graan
Jungu Josh is a captivating fantasy adventure series for middle grade readers, featuring 13-year-old Josh McGreer seeking to uncover his mother’s mysterious disappearance in East Africa. Accompanied by warrior Njeri, Josh faces dangerous challenges. The series, authored by Constant van Graan, is expanding with new projects in 2025, including adaptations and a graphic novel.
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