Book Review by Crystal " Illustrated book of great compoers" by Wndy Thompson

A quick reference guide to the great composers of the world. Provides a quick summary of their lives and works. Recommended for music students.

 

 

Book Review by Kaylene "Pixarpedia"

Good book for finding synopses of Pixar movies. Has a timeline for Pixar and the history of the company, and also a section on how Pixar movies are made.

Book Review by Madla "Arrow of God" by Chinua Achebe

A good book reminding us about where we are coming from. How black people were enjoying themselves under the rule of their chiefs.

District Six Exhibition by Suleiman Christian in the Art Gallery, Art Library

Book Review by Nomalungelo "The Tree Spirit" by Clare M G Kemp

This is a story with activities at the back page. The story is about Lete and her lazy half-brothers. Lete gets help from the tree. She worked hard trying to help her granny. This for not easy for Lete. She went and lay underneath the tree, crying for help. A voice from the tree promised to help

Book Review by Mariam "The Twelve days of Christmas" by Ian Beck

“The twelve days of Christmas” is a children’s book about gifts that were given within the twelve days. It’s more of a poetry book. It’s a quick read and very cute. A nice read for kids up to the age of 4 or 5. (After reading it, I found out that it’s actually a song.)

Book Review by Clayton D "Gremlin" by Chris Powling

For kids who enjoy books about aeroplanes. This is a short gripping story. The author provides enough details about the events happening on the plane and how he handled the situation. This book is for the 12-16 year age group.

Book Review by Aziza Davids "How to rule the world" by Andre de Guillaume

Funny! A read-for-pleasure recommendation. The reader gets an insight into rulers & dictators past and present, and possibly future dictators. Many tips on the do’s and don’ts, with fashion tips a major popular factor.

Book Review by Michelle "Seeing Red" by Kathryn Erskine

.Highly recommended for children aged 11 and up. First-person narrative, coming-of-age story set in the southern USA in the 1970s. Deals with racism, abuse and coping with change.

Book Review by Christo "The digital diet: the 4-step plan to break your tech addiction and regain balance in your life" by Daniel Sieberg

Technology is completely saturating our digital lives. In this book, Daniel Sieberg (tech reviewer) gives practical steps in how to not let technology control us but let us take control of our digital lives.

Book Review by Clayton O "Starting out: attacking play" by James Plaskett

The book [about chess] is easy to follow and well written.

Book Review by Lindikhaya "How much is enough: maximisingwealth and wellbeing" by Andrew Bradley, Arun Abey and Andew Ford

Basically the book gives you tools on how to create wealth and achieve happiness. There is also a step-by-step guide on how to build wealth and achieve well-being at the same time.

Book Review by Nabeweya " The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz

 
 
 
 

Constant and never-ending self-improvement. To take responsibility for our actions.

Funny, funny, funny

Book Review by Glorine "Mio's Kingdom" by Astrid Lindgren

By the author of "Pippi Longstocking". Fantasy - different from "Pippi Longstocking". It was thought-provoking and initially sad. Would recommend it as a read-aloud book.

Book Review by Happiness " Reeva: a mother's story" by June Steenkamp

Sad story of loss and looking for reasons for a mother's loss and for justice toward the death of her "last lamb"; touching and informative true story

Book Review by Marion " Klipgooi" by Francois Bloemhof (Afrikaans)

The novel is fast paced, well-written and entertaining. Recommended for adults interested in novels with a social realistic theme.

Book Review by Renee "Tintin: the complete companion" by Michael Farn

    

A lovely illustrated book with photographs and animation drawings based on the actual photography. Tintin is an all time childhood favourite.

Book Review by Stacey "Raising steam" by Terry Pratchett

What can I say about Terry Pratchett that hasn't been said - he is extraordinary. This title is also set in the Doscworld, and is about the social and economic consequences of the sudden development of a fast and cheap transport system.

Book Review by Craig : "The Hogfather" by Terry Pratchett

This is a humorous dark satire with an edge. The story keeps you rivetted but doesn't bog you down by taking itself too seriously.

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Book Review by Tania "Simon vs the Homo Sapiens agenda" by Becky Albertalli

Simon has been chatting with the mysterious 'Blue', and thinks he may be falling in love. When a classmate discovers the emails and threatens to expose Simon's still-hidden homosexuality to the school, Simon has some difficult decisions to face. This book is funny, thought-provoking and a wonderful glimpse of teenage drama, friendship, love and exploration.

Book Review by Crystal "Go west, Amelia Bedelia" by Herman Parish

One of my favourite children's book characters. Amelia Bedelia is both funny and likeable. Children of all ages will love her character, as she makes them feel smart.

Book Review by Kaylene " Kushiel's Dart" by Jacqueline Carey

Fantasy novel, excellent world-building and real world parallels. World filled with nobles, courtesans and politics. Religion plays a big role in the story. Better than Game of Thrones. One of the main themes is "Love as thou wilt".

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Did you know the word 'Strengths' is the longest word in the English language with just one vowel

The book is about the love of reading, the beauty of words and the magic of poetry; but mostly it is about the greatest pleasures of life: food. Children who do not love veggies can fall in love with this book, with nice and easy recipes to do.

Book Review by Nomalungelo "The Great South African Cookbook" by Reader's Digest

This is a South African favourite. A person from Africa can use this or those that like African simple foods.

Book Review by Deirdre "Food" by Mary McCartney

Down-to-earth vegetarian home cooking. Straightforward vegetarian recipes for the whole family.

 

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