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Proudly South African: we are a nation of eaters
2012-03-27 The 2012 Eat In DStv Food Network Produce Awards were announced on 24th March at a fabulous, special market at the Stellenbosch Slowmarket. Naomi Meyer asked Deon van Wyk, one of the judges, about his background, the event and the world of food.
City Press and Tafelberg invest in nonfiction authors with annual award
2012-03-26 City Press and Tafelberg Publishers, an imprint of NB Publishers, are proud to announce their partnership in investing in nonfiction authors by means of an annual award. The award of R60 000 will be made on an annual basis to an author to fund the research for a nonfiction book on a subject of importance in the South African context.
Group exhibition at Trent Gallery
2012-03-26 Stuart Trent invites you to a group exhibition at Trent Gallery @ Cameo Framers. Works by Dylan Graham, Lein Smuts and Minitza van der Walt wil be on show from 29 March – 4 April.Gallery hours are Monday to Friday 09:00 to 16:30 and Saturdays 09:00 to 12:30.
Governing Bodies – An exhibition of mixed media works by Erica Schoeman
2012-03-26 Erica Schoeman’s exhibition poses an exciting challenge to the discerning art lover. At the same time, it has a singular appeal also on the visual level.
The Parlotones return with brand new album, Journey Through The Shadows
2012-03-26 The Parlotones are back with a brand new album in May, called Journey Through The Shadows. They chat to Steyn du Toit about the themes behind it, as well as their upcoming concert series at KKNK.
Dans Dans Lisa wins Sing 'it music video!
2012-03-22 After four exciting weeks the Sing ’it download phase has closed. To find out which of the competition artists walked away with a music video from MK (DStv channel 324), click here.
Blown in from the East: A selection of works from the Walter Battiss Art Museum
2012-03-20 A selection of works from the Walter Battiss Art Museum in Somerset East
Appointment of James Woodhouse as Publisher of Kwela Books
2012-03-20 NB Publishers is pleased to announce the appointment of James Woodhouse as Publisher of Kwela Books, effective from 1 April 2012.
Cup O' Thought on Poetry
2012-03-19 A vibrant new addition to the Durban poetry scene is emerging with The Cup O' Thought poetry sessions which kicked off the year with a rousing launch at the Alliance Francaise in January.
1 Club Festival – a fun filled children's festival at Exclusive Books
2012-03-19 This year, the 1 Club Festival will celebrate the very best of youth titles for children from the ages of three to 15 then catering for the older teen in the young adult category with many fabulous new reads, as well as classic children’s stories.
Godfrey Johnson on his love for the music of Coward and Porter
2012-03-16 Coward and Cole sees the music of two of the most popular composers ever performed by two of the best piano men around today. Godfrey Johnson talks about his new show with Roland Perold at the Kalk Bay Theatre.
“Africa worldwide”: ZAM magazine goes international
2012-03-16Photographer Menán van Heerden attended the 2012 launch of the edgy, contemporary African magazine’s first international issue in LitNet’s home away from home, Amsterdam.
Speaking with many voices: The Cambridge History of South African Literature Cape Town launch
2012-03-15 LitNet attended the Cape Town launch of The Cambridge History of South African Literature at The Book Lounge and was left somewhat star-struck.
SA-illustreerders: Theo Krynauw
2012-03-13 Theo Krynauw shares his passion for art and his experiences abroad with Bibi Slippers.
Dreaming about being a bestselling writer?
2012-03-12 International best- selling author, Albert Jack can equip you with the writing tools to get your manuscript published.
Yewande Omotoso, author of Bom Boy, in conversation with Janet van Eeden
2012-03-12 "I loved Omotoso’s flirtation with magic realism in some parts of the story and I look forward to more of this from her in the future. Her skill lies in the subtlety of her character creations. Omotoso is definitely an author to watch."
