Children growing up in homes with many books receive three years more schooling than children from bookless homes, a study shows
Author speaks of her dedication to keeping indigenous languages alive through children’s books and her hopes for the growth of South African languages
A large majority of citizens say they are not interested in reading, but the the SA Book Fair hopes to change that
Nomalanga Mkhize’s In Africa with Avi and Kumbi walks the fine line between history and ideology
Kate Rogan of LoveBooks has a special place for books for her younger readers across all age groups. Here she gives recommendations for 2018
Here are three children’s books that are our top picks.
The aim of the event is to encourage young people as well as illustrators and authors.
Pat Schwartz reviews this autumn’s books for youth.
A leading author has railed against gender specific literature for children and adults, calling it brainwashing.
The annual Sanlam prize for youth literature attracts welcome additions to young adult literature, particularly the 2013 gold and silver winners.
Too few stories have been translated into African languages: let’s do something about it.
Latest releases on South African shelves prove that if youngsters have material they enjoy, they will read.
Hot off the press from Jacana is a new crop of local books for read-to-mes.
Young adult readers will find a satisfying crop of new holiday reads, both local and international, on the shelves of local bookstores this summer.
A new series of books uses local history as a way to hook young readers.
Despite some unfortunate gaps, there are many local books to keep the youngsters entertained this holiday season.
It’s a peculiar torture, getting a child to sleep. You’re often exhausted and yet have to soothe the infant to slumber, while keeping yourself awake.
How big is the market for a multimedia story — and can a phenomenon be conceived by a publisher?
