This story, by Gcina Mhlophe, is about the fascination of reading and highlights the importance of books.
Lorato Trok and Wendy Hartmann’s book is an inspiring journey of Ouma Katrina and the power of language. Esau Katrina and together with her family were forbidden from speaking their language, N|uu, but they continue to do so secretly. For many years N|uu is rarely spoken and nearly disappears.
Rene Toesie's book teaches communities about sewer systems.
Katrina Esau’s (as told to Claudia Snyman) folktale about a tortoise and an ostrich written in N|uu.
Jaco Jacob’s book teaching about seeds and planting in a fun way.
Tina Scotford’s comical book tackles the issue of rhino poaching which results to the killing of large number of rhinos in South Africa.
In Matina Genkova-Mpofu’s book, a child questions his identity and his mother celebrates his individuality.
Karen Theunissen’s book explores issues around race, diversity and the hurt caused by discrimination.
Refiloe Moahloli’s book is a heartwarming story that celebrates family and friendship and finding your voice amidst change.
Sindiwe Magona’s book, written in Tshivenda, celebrates diversity and rainbow in both South Africa and beyond.
Sihle Nontshokweni’s story of Wanda is a celebration of girl power and a reminder that courage and friendship can make you powerful.
Gcina Mhlophe’s shares the folktale of how the lion got its roar, written in Xitsonga.
Zukiswa Wanner’s book is an African retelling of the classic fairytale Rapunzel.
Wendy Maarten’s book celebrates inspirational women of South Africa.
Shudufhadzo Musida’s book is an empowering coming-of-age story that will inspire readers to celebrate who they are and to dream big dreams!
Lorato Trok’s book The Forgotten Scientist: The Story of Saul Sithole honors the life of Saul Sitole, a pioneering black scientist who made a great contribution to the fields of anthropology and ornithology in South Africa.
Adrienne Wright’s book tells the story from a perspective of a 12 year old Hector Pieterson was shot by police in a peaceful protest by Black South African school students marching on June 1976 against a new law requiring that they be taught in Afrikaans.