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Let’s do it by the book

Article Elitha Van Der & Sandt 1 - 23 Aug 2019

A large majority of citizens say they are not interested in reading, but the the SA Book Fair hopes to change that

Nans’ indaba my children

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 14 Jun 2019

Nomalanga Mkhize’s In Africa with Avi and Kumbi walks the fine line between history and ideology

Young reading

Article Staff Reporter - 30 Nov 2018

Kate Rogan of LoveBooks has a special place for books for her younger readers across all age groups. Here she gives recommendations for 2018

Summer Books 2016: Children’s books

Article Pat Schwartz - 25 Nov 2016

Here are three children's books that are our top picks.

Children’s book fair wants young minds to be turned on by reading

Article bogdan TagDiv - 30 May 2016

The aim of the event is to encourage young people as well as illustrators and authors.

From urban roosters to warrior kings

Article Pat Schwartz - 22 Apr 2016

Pat Schwartz reviews this autumn's books for youth.

Blue books for him, pink for her

Analysis Alison Flood - 25 Sep 2015

A leading author has railed against gender specific literature for children and adults, calling it brainwashing.

Youth’s themes and babyhood’s lessons

Article Pat Schwartz - 23 Apr 2015

The annual Sanlam prize for youth literature attracts welcome additions to young adult literature, particularly the 2013 gold and silver winners.

Children are lost without translation

Article bogdan TagDiv - 4 Oct 2013

Too few stories have been translated into African languages: let’s do something about it.

It’s all about the right words

Article Pat Schwartz - 28 Mar 2013

Latest releases on South African shelves prove that if youngsters have material they enjoy, they will read.

Just for the kids

Article Pat Schwartz - 23 Nov 2012

Hot off the press from Jacana is a new crop of local books for read-to-mes.

Tweens and teens and adult themes

Article Pat Schwartz - 23 Nov 2012

Young adult readers will find a satisfying crop of new holiday reads, both local and international, on the shelves of local bookstores this summer.

A time-twisting double act

Article Pat Schwartz - 5 Apr 2012

A new series of books uses local history as a way to hook young readers.

Lures to hook young readers

Article Pat Schwartz - 15 Dec 2011

Despite some unfortunate gaps, there are many local books to keep the youngsters entertained this holiday season.

Foul-mouthed bedtime stories for parents

Article bogdan TagDiv - 20 May 2011

It's a peculiar torture, getting a child to sleep. You're often exhausted and yet have to soothe the infant to slumber, while keeping yourself awake.

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