‘Undelivered’ shares mothers’ painful stories
For KuGompo City born investigative journalist Tarryn Crossman, Undelivered is far more than a true-crime story.
It is a deeply personal account of mothers, grief, loss, and...
Authors to exhibit their work at book fair
The Eastern Cape Provincial Book Fair will take place at the Mandla Makupula Leadership Institute in Stirling on Saturday, October 5.
The fair will showcase...
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...
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...
‘The Divine Encounter’ — delayed, not denied
What began as a prompting in her spirit in 2019 has taken Amalinda resident author and publisher Vuyiseka ‘Livu’ Ntuli on a seven-year journey...
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...
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 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...
Pastor’s novel reflects on grief, discusses God’s silent presence
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Local pastor Matthew Faure’s debut book, Ghost in the Passenger Seat is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of grief, faith, and...
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...
Mbola’s cookbook a rich ‘love story’
For Willowvale born author and food storyteller Onezwa Mbola, food is far more than what appears on a plate. It is a connection to...
KuGompo City pastor releases debut book
What began as a movie title that lingered in her mind for more than two decades has become the foundation of a deeply personal...
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...
Plans to return Lovedale Press to its former glory
The University of Fort Hare, in collaboration with various Eastern Cape organisations, have discussed plans to revitalise the historic Lovedale Press building.
The prominent publisher...
isiXhosa author inspires young minds
From journalling as a young girl in Port St Johns to becoming an award-winning author whose work has reached international audiences, Sinathi Mpukwana is...
Biker pastor’s new book shares powerful lessons in faith
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Officially launching at the Faith Dome Café on April 29, Pastor Noel Burrell‘s Worship in a Helmet is an inspiring non-fiction book that...
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...
Local writing group publishes sixth anthology of stories, poems
The East London branch of the University of the Third Age (U3A) writing group has achieved a remarkable milestone with the publication of the...
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...
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...
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...
Hutchinson’s new thriller hits shelves
Andrew Hutchison’s daring crime thriller series, Unckle, has returned to the bookshelves this month, with the second release entitled Unckle: The Legacy.
The book, which...
Making commission findings readable
In his densely intimidating book, Zondo at Your Fingertips, Paul Holden captures the monumental breadth and scale of the Zondo Commission.
As a historian and...



































