Our Social Media Manager Belinda tells us her thoughts:
Let me know just blurt it out, right from the start. Me Before You is one of the most emotional, heart-wrenching books I’ve read in the past few years. It is women’s fiction but I wouldn’t dare called it ‘chick-lit’, in the traditional sense.
Our Social Media Manager Belinda tells us what she thinks:
We all know that feeling. A book you just LOVED has been made into a movie and you simply can't wait to see it. The actors they're using aren't exactly how you imagined them but still, you're clutching your popcorn in excitement as the lights dim and the music starts.
When I first heard about Heidi Holland’s new book, I have to admit that the thought of ploughing through a doorstop of ANC history was rather daunting.
However, I quickly realised that I was in for a pleasant surprise. Not only is the book accessible in terms of its size, but it also tells the story of the ANC through the anecdotes of its members, thereby offering a fresh take on Africa’s oldest liberation movement.
Don't you just love Alex Latimer's illustrations? We think they're full of energy and whimsy and really helped to bring the South African tales within this book alive.
Last year, King Pie approached us as they were keen to foster literary talent amongst young South Africans and they wondered if we wanted to help.
And what an adventure it was! We sifted through thousands of submissions. Some were heart-breaking, some were inspirational but all of the carefully chosen stories in the final book shared an originality and true South African-ness at their heart.
Some call it weight loss. Others call it dieting. Some prefer the more holistic sounding "eating more healthily". Call it what you like but we bet that something food-related is probably at the top of your New Year's resolution list for 2012...are we right?
Jamie Oliver's newest book is called Jamie's Great Britain and it celebrates all that's beautiful about his homeland and its bountiful produce. Jamie himself describes it as "Full of comfort food and food that's like a big old hug" (we all could all do with a hug now and then). We hope the recipe below gives you a taste for the rest of the gorgeous meals inside...enjoy!
In this, the first article in our "Day in the Life Of” series, we chat to Leanne Storer, whose job it is to read through all the unsolicited manuscripts that get sent to Penguin Books.
This month, everyone’s favourite Wimpy Kid, Greg Heffley, is back in the hilarious Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever. The sixth book in this bestselling series releases worldwide on 16 November and you can check out the official book trailer here!
Jeff Kinney, Greg’s creator, even made a video especially for his South African fans, so take a look and see what’s in store for Greg and the Heffleys.
And you can also see Jeff virtually live in your school, library or home on 2 December! Register here to find out all the details.
To those who aren't appalled at the thought of another Spud book coming, I bring you good news. There is another Spud book coming. When I say coming, I don't mean coming coming, but rather as a euphemism for "in due course" or "languidly anon." I have noticed that a number of you have voiced your heartfelt derision at the length of time it has taken for the 4th and final Spud book to emerge. I agree August 2012 sounds like an eternity to wait for publication, but it isn't as long as many of you are making out.
South Africa’s favourite bush cook will be on tour in November, promoting his new book Justin Bonello Cooks…for Friends.
In this book, Justin returns to doing what he does best: rustling up delicious meals, surrounding himself with close friends, and creating wonderful food memories for life.
Try your hand at Biltong, Leek and Asparagus Quiche (as a quick snack maybe?) or whip up Peppercorn Ostrich Fillet and Messy Chocolate & Berry Pie for a dinner party (and impress your friends).