New Books Out by our Members

Saidi Alifa Jr. has illustrated ‘Friends of the Bush: A Journey of Safety and Connection’. This picture book was released in August and is written by Loni Fagel and Karli Coverdale.

Set in the breathtaking Eastern Cape of South Africa, Friends of the Bush is a tender and captivating children's story that follows Elna, a wise and gentle elephant, on her path to healing, trust, and friendship. Once fearful and reactive from past traumas, Elna learns to feel safe again with the help of Neo, a kind guide, and begins reconnecting with others on the reserve.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/friends-of-the-bush for more information.

Jo-Marie Barlow has self-published her first author-illustrated book: ‘The Mice and the Sunflower Seed’ (Die Muise en die Sonneblomsaadjie).

Freddy Farm Mouse and Simon City Mouse live on opposite sides of Sunflower Lane—and can’t agree on anything. Especially today.It’s the long-awaited Sunflower Festival competition. Just as Freddy and Simon are about to show off their greatest creations, a mysterious giant seed sends everything into chaos with a mighty CRACK.

To uncover the seed’s secret (and save their festival dreams), the two rivals must do the unthinkable: work together.

For more information visit: https://jomariebarlow.com/products/die-muise-en-die-sonneblomsaadjie

Illustrator, Elsabé Ebersőhn, has not one, but two books coming out at the end of September. They are part of a series called ‘Die Seerowers van die Silwer Sardien’. Book 1 is called ‘Oogsterretjies’ and Book 2 is ‘Die drie swaarde.’ The books are written by Jacolene du Plooy and published by Lapa (an imprint of Penguin Randomhouse).

Elizabeth Sparg is the illustrator of 'Cecil's New Tricks' written by author, Annette Murray.

Set in Paris, and sprinkled with French words for little ones to learn, this is an adorable story of a dog finding his confidence.

Find out more here: https://elizabethsparg.com/books

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