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Penguin Random House South Africa

Young Readers

Extract: The Wild Zone

Patrick Newberry loves nothing more than gaming — which becomes a serious problem when he develops a sudden and very peculiar electricity allergy. Now, every sneeze makes electronics explode, every hiccup fries something expensive, and one unfortunate encounter with the neighbour’s cat leaves the entire neighbourhood without Wi-Fi for a week. Patrick thinks things can’t possibly get any worse.

Young Readers

Extract: InterVille

Patrick Newberry loves nothing more than gaming — which becomes a serious problem when he develops a sudden and very peculiar electricity allergy. Now, every sneeze makes electronics explode, every hiccup fries something expensive, and one unfortunate encounter with the neighbour’s cat leaves the entire neighbourhood without Wi-Fi for a week. Patrick thinks things can’t possibly get any worse.

Extracts

Extract: Shadow Reaper

A city shrouded in deadly blackmist. A relentless hunter driven by vengeance. Step into Lynette Noni’s gripping new fantasy as Viridia Solace tracks a dangerous reaper through the shadowed streets of Aravell, where every hunt could be her last and every choice carries devastating consequences.

Young Readers

Extract: Spooky Stories 2

Fans of Greg Heffley and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney get a chance to dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious imagination of Rowley Jefferson – Wimpy Kid Greg Heffley’s best friend.
SCARE YOURSELF EVEN SILLIER!
Rowley Jefferson – best friend to WIMPY KID, Greg Heffley – takes his spooky storytelling to the next level in this spine-tingling collection of HILARIOUSLY terrifying tales!

Young Readers

Extract: Paper Tales

Three friends — and their adorable paper pets — embark on a magical origami adventure. They brave stormy seas, rescue a flock of birds, and even face down a fiery paper dragon.

This enchanting wordless picture book invites little ones to dream, imagine, and tell their own stories. With every turn of the page, children build confidence, spark creativity, and learn the joy of storytelling long before they can read.

Young Readers

Extract: My Feelings Journal

My Feelings Journal is a guided journal designed to help primary school-aged children develop emotional literacy, self-awareness and healthy daily habits around emotional well-being. Blending reflection, creativity and mindfulness, this child-led book provides structured, age-appropriate support for children navigating the ups and downs of their inner world.

Young Readers

Extract: Goodnight, South Africa

Goodnight, South Africa is a lyrical bedtime love letter to South Africa.

Using rhythm and enchanting imagery, the book weaves together the country’s magnificent landscapes, wildlife, and cities into a magical nighttime symphony that will captivate readers.

A perfect bedtime story that celebrates the unique beauty and diversity of South Africa. It also reminds us that under the same starlit sky, we’re all connected in this extraordinary land.

Young Readers

Extract: Mad Monkey & the Wild Fire

“In the wildlife sanctuary of Stone Hills, Madison Monkey lives with his troop and his best human friend, David.
When a devastating fire ravages the sanctuary, Mad and his family have to leave their home (and David) behind to find a new place to live.
Their journey into the wilderness is long and dangerous as the troop faces cold, hunger and the constant threat of predators. But, as always, Mad manages to find even more trouble –
BIG trouble.
Will the troop survive their adventure and find their way home?”

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