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You are invited to the book launch of these two books at Exclusive Books in Cavendish Square on the 12th of August 2026. Herewith more information.

"I will be proud to publish under such a seal, just as farmers are who produce meat under the formal Karoo Lamb seal."

You are invited to the discussion on the 13th of August 2026: Welgevallen Clinic, Stellenbosch.

"The occupation, he insists, is not merely administered through architecture and engineering, but is the architecture of conquest."

What do two poets, united by poetry across the ocean, have to say about our place in the world and the urgent need to transform it in our image?

Tara Roos cuts through the political noise with this analysis of South African politics that argues that we have entered the age of uncertainty as populism is on the rise.

"Every child deserves a story that reminds them they are brave enough to face the unknown, kind enough to make a difference, and strong enough to believe in themselves."

"Land is among the finest historical novels of recent years: intellectually ambitious, emotionally resonant, politically alert and written with extraordinary grace. It confirms Maggie O’Farrell as one of the most accomplished novelists writing in English today."

Tannie Maria is wrestling with a fear of the dark and Henrietta has PTSD. But this doesn’t stop the intrepid agony aunt – and her hen – from going undercover with Maria’s fiancé, detective Henk Kannemeyer, to the Karoo Wilderness Reserve. Their mission: Save the vetplantjies!

"The whale shark becomes more than just an animal encounter; it feels like a quiet symbol of acceptance and calm strength."

"Blaise Pascal put it beautifully when he said (paraphrased) that we have a God-shaped hole in our souls that only God can fill."

"The story is filled with exciting moments, but it also takes time to explore the emotional impact of losing a home and being forced into unfamiliar surroundings."

"Books, the art of reading – we come into this world alone and we depart from it alone, but in between we get to read. And hopefully read a lot."

We have an exciting announcement. Through a new partnership with the National Arts Festival, the Conference on Children’s Literature is now a hybrid event!

"Through research, I was trying to write the history of Soweto from the perspective of the people who lived there, and it was a multidimensional place."

"The cast of quirky feline characters kept me entertained, and the cat-themed humour added plenty of fun without taking away from the emotional moments."

Ken Forrester Wines is delighted to announce a new series of Bookshelf Events, bringing together acclaimed authors, passionate readers, and exceptional wines in an intimate and inspiring setting at the wine farm in Stellenbosch. The first event takes place on Thursday, 25 June 2026.

"Viewed in its entirety, Mathe’s biography is ultimately a meditation on memory, political ownership and historical erasure."

"In a world where we are regularly faced with body shaming and bullying due to appearance, this book allows us to talk to children openly about these important themes and how to deal with them."