Hiya book lovers With Christmas being just around the corner, I thought I’d highlight some South African reads that should go on your TBR pile. We have so many phenomenal SA authors that deserve to be celebrated , and because this list will be an extensive one, I am splitting this post and making it a series. I know it won’t be possible to include every single South African author, but I am going to try to highlight books from every genre and make it as diverse as possible (so, with respect, please don’t ask me why so and so isn’t on the list – there’s more to come). First up: 1. Sing Down the Stars by Nerine Dorman A book I recently received for review ( thanks you NB publishers ) and am super excited about diving into is Sing Down the Stars. I was first introduced to Nerine’s writing years ago, when I read one of her first books, What Sweet Music They Make (Would 100% still love to see more of that). Over the years, I ’ve come to know Nerine as well and she’s not ...
Hi everyone! I’m back to blogging after a long hiatus and have loads of new stuff in store (including a blog revamp, giveaways and more). But, today, and in partnership with the wonderful people from Bargain Books, I’m here to tell you about all the fantastic books you can find at their warehouse sale, which takes place on Tuesday, 24th September. The warehouse sale has proven to be tremendously popular because: a) the prices of the books are fantastic b) their warehouse is so vast that it never feels like you’re in an overcrowded room (this point, in particular, is something that makes me happy, because I’ve always associated it with too many people who forget the concept of space and kindness in the bid to get their hands on whatever they want with no regard for others). c) the books on offer are incredible – many of them actually released this year. So, as you can tell, I’m a huge fan. And at the recent pre-sale event I was invited to, I spotted some fantastic reads I tho...