Young Readers
Extract: When We Were Monsters by Jennifer Niven

10 September 2025
Eight students enter an elite writers’ retreat, chasing creative dreams under
the guidance of mentor Meredith Graffam, whose controversial past hides
unsettling truths. Among them, Effy confronts her mother’s betrayal while
navigating unresolved feelings for Arlo, the ex who broke her heart. But
Graffam’s unorthodox...
Extract: A Beautiful Evil by Bea Fitzgerald

31 July 2025
Read an early extract from A Beautiful Evil, the sizzling new YA myth
reimagining by TikTok sensation and bestselling author Bea Fitzgerald.
Created by the gods to love her husband, Pandora is met with rejection
from the grumpy (but handsome) titan Epimatheos. As they reluctantly
grow closer, they begin to uncover a deeper purpose to her...
From Spiders to Sangomas – Stories for Every Kind of Kid!

31 July 2025
Whether your little one is a Bluey devotee, a unicorn enthusiast,
or secretly planning their own braai, we’ve got a book to match
every mood, age, and imagination level. From magical kingdoms
and creepy crawlies to tween drama, high-stakes secrets, and
heartwarming tales of courage, this collection...
Extract: A First Time for Everything by K.L. Walther

07 July 2025
From the bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules comes a
charming coming-of-age romance about family, firsts, and finding love.
When Madeline’s brother gets engaged without telling anyone, she
reluctantly agrees to be a bridesmaid – despite not liking his fiancée.
A game of “Truth or Dare” reveals...
Hot New YA Reads to Topple Your TBR Pile

05 June 2025
Dive into a thrilling collection of YA novels that span mythic fantasies, intense romances, and gripping adventures. From a fierce Greek myth retelling where prophecy and war collide, to a sequel packed with secret societies and life-altering mysteries at Oxford, these stories captivate with strong characters facing impossible choices. Feel the...