Books
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Book club at Nyanga Library a space for people with disabilities to tell their story
The Sello Mangwana Book Club was launched for people with disabilities in Nyanga, promoting reading and personal storytelling opportunities.
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A mother like no other: a fierce, funny memoir
Arundhati Roy’s memoir Mother Mary Comes to Me traces her formative relationship with her formidable educator mother. Bold and deeply human.
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Introducing Mrs Collins review: a perfect Pride and Prejudice spin-off
Review: ‘Introducing Mrs Collins’ by Rachel Parris – Pride and Prejudice fan fiction about Charlotte Lucas that balances modern appeal with Austen charm
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Book characters let out into the wild during Read Aloud Day
Cape Town libraries, schools celebrate World Read Aloud Day 2026 with events featuring mayor, authors, and interactive storytelling.
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WATCH | Writers and poets pay tribute to Diana Ferrus at book festival
Dr Diana Ferrus died a day before the Cape Flats Book Festival, which she was set to attend. Writers and family paid moving tributes to the poet.
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Booksellers and sites’ recommended reads for 2026
Discover essential 2026 book recommendations from Exclusive Books, Goodreads Choice Awards and Book Lounge. Fiction, non-fiction and more.
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Fifth free Cape Flats Book Festival brings together ‘two worlds’
Join the free Cape Flats Book Festival at West End Primary School, Mitchells Plain on 31 Jan-1 Feb. 90+ speakers, 50+ sessions celebrating literature.
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Beat the summer heat with holiday reads for every age and interest
Here is a selection of quick reviews, featuring something for everyone, to help with your holiday reading or book gift choices.
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OPINION | Bookstore watching
Reminiscing about the size of bookstores around the world and how its absence vs overabundance reveals a lot about supply and demand for reading.
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Kuruman-born author set to launch inspirational debut at hometown event
Tlotlisho Thupae will launch her debut memoir, “Becoming the Most Beautiful Version of Myself,” on 29 November in Kuruman, featuring performances, discussions, and book signings.
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