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Vuyiseka Livu Ntuli, author and publisher of The Divine Encounter, is set to officially launch her faith-based book in November. Picture: SUPPLIED

‘The Divine Encounter’ — delayed, not denied

What began as a prompting in her spirit in 2019 has taken Amalinda resident author and publisher Vuyiseka ‘Livu’ Ntuli on a seven-year journey of faith, doubt, growth and perseverance. Ntuli, 34, a wife and mother to a two-year-old…

Eastern Cape-born investigative journalist and author Tarryn Crossman is officially launching her book, ‘Undelivered’, in KuGompo City on August 29. Picture: SUPPLIED

‘Undelivered’ shares mothers’ painful stories

For KuGompo City born investigative journalist Tarryn Crossman, Undelivered is far more than a true-crime story. It is a deeply personal account of mothers, grief, loss, and a fight for justice that grew from a six-year investigation into…

Eastern Cape-born investigative journalist and author Tarryn Crossman is officially launching her book, ‘Undelivered’, in KuGompo City on August 29. Picture: SUPPLIED

‘Undelivered’ shares mothers’ painful stories

For KuGompo City born investigative journalist Tarryn Crossman, Undelivered is far more than a true-crime story. It is a deeply personal account of mothers, grief, loss, and a fight for justice that grew from a six-year investigation into…

KuGompo City pastor releases debut book

What began as a movie title that lingered in her mind for more than two decades has become the foundation of a deeply personal testimony for KuGompo City pastor, author and motivational speaker Nonqaba Sikelela “Nonnie D” Diniso, pictured…

Sinathi Mpukwana, an author and teacher at Lwandisa Primary School in NU2 Mdantsane, is shaping young minds and strengthening cultural identity through her isiXhosa children’s books. Picture: SUPPLIED

isiXhosa author inspires young minds

From journalling as a young girl in Port St Johns to becoming an award-winning author whose work has reached international audiences, Sinathi Mpukwana is using her voice to shape young minds and preserve indigenous language through…

Onezwa Mbola shared the stories behind her cookbook, ‘A Food Love Story’, during a book-signing event in KuGompo City.East London. The book explores the powerful connection between food, culture and family traditions. Picture: SUPPLIED

Mbola’s cookbook a rich ‘love story’

For Willowvale born author and food storyteller Onezwa Mbola, food is far more than what appears on a plate. It is a connection to family, culture, memory and love. Speaking to the Go! following her book signing event at Bargain Books in…

GHOSTS AND GRIEF: Pastor Matthew Faure’s book, ’Ghost in the Passenger Seat’ was released last month and is available on Amazon. Pictures: SUPPLIED

Pastor’s novel reflects on grief, discusses God’s silent presence

TANDO NKUNGWANA Local pastor Matthew Faure’s debut book, Ghost in the Passenger Seat is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of grief, faith, and loss. Through the story of a father navigating the…

ROAD WITH GOD: Pastor Noel Burrell‘s ‘Worship in a Helmet’ memoir debut’s on April 29 at the Faith Dome café on Pontoon Road. Picture: SUPPLIED

Biker pastor’s new book shares powerful lessons in faith

TANDO NKUNGWANA Officially launching at the Faith Dome Café on April 29, Pastor Noel Burrell‘s Worship in a Helmet is an inspiring non-fiction book that aims to encourage readers to overcome life’s challenges through faith and prayer. The…

PASSION FOR STORYTELLING: Members of the University of the Third Age East London are a part of a writing group who recently published a sixth volume of their anthology of stories and poems, ‘Tales of All Kinds VI’. Pictured: members of the group reading their stories at the Umtiza Arts Festival. SUPPLIED

Local writing group publishes sixth anthology of stories, poems

The East London branch of the University of the Third Age (U3A) writing group has achieved a remarkable milestone with the publication of the sixth edition of its anthology, titled Tales of All Kinds VI, a collection of creative writing.…

YOUNG ROLE MODEL: Ezekiel Jewell, 8, will be sharing his book ‘A Collection of Short Stories’ at the upcoming Eastern Cape Provincial Book Fair on Saturday October 5. Picture: SUPPLIED

Authors to exhibit their work at book fair

The Eastern Cape Provincial Book Fair will take place at the Mandla Makupula Leadership Institute in Stirling on Saturday, October 5. The fair will showcase 50 authors from around the Eastern Cape including Zakes Mda, Ezekiel Jewell,…

SENSITIVE STORY: Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni star in the movie adaptation of ‘It Ends With us’. Picture: SUPPLIED

GO Review – It Ends With Us

Genre: Romance, drama Movie adaptations of beloved novels are tricky to execute but, It Ends with Us, is a rare achievement in that the movie is vastly superior to the controversial book on which it is based. Adapted from the Colleen…

DEEP HISTORY: UFH, along with various organisations, is on a mission to revitalise the historic Lovedale Press building in iDikeni (formerly known asAlice). Picture: SUPPLIED

Plans to return Lovedale Press to its former glory

The University of Fort Hare, in collaboration with various Eastern Cape organisations, have discussed plans to revitalise the historic Lovedale Press building. The prominent publisher has played a crucial part in the history of black SA…

COMPLEX CONCERNS: Andrew Hutchinson at the launch of a previous book ‘Puffadders in the Panicuum’, in 2022. Pictures: SUPPLIED

Hutchinson’s new thriller hits shelves

Andrew Hutchison’s daring crime thriller series, Unckle, has returned to the bookshelves this month, with the second release entitled Unckle: The Legacy. The book, which was released on January 10, is the second instalment in a four-part…

DIGGING FOR ANSWERS: ‘Zondo at your Fingertips’ author Paul Holden. Picture: SUPPLIED

Making commission findings readable

In his densely intimidating book, Zondo at Your Fingertips, Paul Holden captures the monumental breadth and scale of the Zondo Commission. As a historian and seasoned investigator of grand corruption, Holden is uniquely equipped to pen…

FIX IT: Beacon Bay library seen here in the dark. Picture: SUPPLIED

Keeping libraries’ lights burning, Bar One beating load-shedding

From now until June 30, Nestlé Bar One’s #needenergy Light up the Library initiative, is keeping the lights on through generator power in four libraries across SA, including Beacon Bay Library in East London. This will be done to ensure…

DEVELOPING MINDS: A volunteer reads to children at a preschool. Pictures: SUPPLIED

Literacy project joins hands with local communities

The latest results of the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study indicate that basic literacy among SA children has further deteriorated. An astounding 81% of grade 4 pupils cannot read for meaning in any language. This rate…

MUM’S THE WORD: Pictured are some of the women who have contributed their stories and expertise to the book which will officially be launched on May 29. Picture: SUPPLIED

Powerful book tells mothers’ stories in their own words

May has been recognised as a time to show love and appreciation to our mothers and mother figures in our lives. This is the mission that Embrace: Movement for Mother, an organisation for mothers, by mothers, focuses on celebrating the…

TOURIST ATTRACTION: A sideview of the entrance to the landmark book shop in Berea. Pictures: CHERYL LARSEN

Over four decades of bookish bliss

The Oxford Book Shop and Book Exchange first opened its doors in 1975 at 169 Oxford Street and has consistently been providing East London book lovers with affordable options for the last 48 years. Alan Wild took over the shop in 1990 and…

LITERARY FUN: School children from around East London enjoyed a full weekend of fun and educational activities at the Reading Club Festival 2023 at the Ann Bryant Art Gallery. Picture: FAITH MTWANA

Reading festival is a raging success

The first annual Reading Club Festival took place at the weekend at the Ann Bryant Art Gallery. The two-day event was aimed at creating a safe space for children to learn more about reading and discovering new books. The event was well…

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY: The cover of author Mfundo Mpofu’s book ‘Dark Tales’. Picture: SUPPLIED

Self-publishing the future, author says

After four unsuccessful attempts at winning over a publishing house, Mfundo Mpofu finally decide to take matters into his own hands and self-published a book he had written. Dark Tales is an anthology of eight short stories in the horror,…