Literacy project joins hands with local communities
The latest results of the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study indicate that basic literacy among SA children has further deteriorated.
An astounding 81% of...
Powerful book tells mothers’ stories in their own words
May has been recognised as a time to show love and appreciation to our mothers and mother figures in our lives.
This is the mission...
Over four decades of bookish bliss
The Oxford Book Shop and Book Exchange first opened its doors in 1975 at 169 Oxford Street and has consistently been providing East London...
Reading festival is a raging success
The first annual Reading Club Festival took place at the weekend at the Ann Bryant Art Gallery.
The two-day event was aimed at creating a...
Self-publishing the future, author says
After four unsuccessful attempts at winning over a publishing house, Mfundo Mpofu finally decide to take matters into his own hands and self-published a...
Local schools benefit from reading initiative
On Saturday, 4 March, 16 schools in the Buffalo City region received school supplies at the annual Rally to Read, an initiative sponsored by...
Author pens new book for NPO
Lucia Walker, a writer inspired by her experiences of motherhood, released her third book, A Rosie Week, early in March and has pledged all...
Author debuts book on journey of self-discovery
Entrepreneur, philanthropist and academic, Tando Keke, released her debut non-fiction book, The Strength of a Real Woman, with a launch at Harry’s Printers on...
Neumann’s third book self-reflective
Critically-acclaimed East London photographer Marlene Neumann has released her third book, A Dance With Life, in which she shares anecdotes of wisdom, accompanied by...
Book retells history of African Indians
The national book tour of The Indian Africans was hosted by Harry’s Printer’s in East London in December.
Co-author Kiru Naidoo, who has been travelling...
Queer positive book for teens encourages inclusivity
Dr. Madeleine Muller, an East London doctor and a lecturer at Walter Sisulu University, has written a “queer positive” book aimed at educating young...
‘Coastlines’ focuses on BCM region’s treasures
Christo Hunt, who has vast knowledge of SA’s coastal fauna and flora, has dedicated many years of his life to caring for the Bufffalo...
Book fair promises fun for the family
Book lovers are in for a special treat with the Joy of Books Festival at the East London Museum on the weekend of December...
Young author Tailei wants people to know anything is possible with...
Spurred by her love of reading and writing, Tailei Richards has managed to achieve one of her biggest goals at the young age of...
Author shines light on exploitation of poor
Author Andrew Hutchinson, whose job involves the distribution of consumer goods to retailers, hosted a dialogue for aspiring authors on October 29.
Hutchinson’s books draw...
East London boxer turned businessman shares story and advice in book
East London businessman Max Mabuti has found a way to turn a coping mechanism for a traumatic childhood into an inspirational story of success...
