Tag Archives: South Africa

Letting Lucinda Loose

Posted on October 2, 2018 by jbwye

I always enjoy reading Lucinda Clarke, whatever she writes. She fills me with joy and I never know what she’s going to say next.. First, I’d like to say a huge thank you to Jane for her courage in letting … Continue reading →

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The Safest Place to be in the Whole Wide World

Posted on July 24, 2018 by jbwye

Welcome to, Samantha Ford, “stylish globetrotter” and author of The House Called Mbabati. I’ve just “met” her, and can relate to her love of travelling and especially of Africa. Samantha has chosen to talk about settings in the form of an … Continue reading →

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Nokuthula – No Place of Peace?

Posted on August 4, 2015 by jbwye

Brian Connell, conservationist, ethologist and author, is a person who has learned to follow his dreams, and I am honoured to host him today. His most recent blog gives a measured view of what has been in the news recently concerning a lion … Continue reading →

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Children of All Ages Will Enjoy Maretha’s Books

Posted on August 5, 2014 by jbwye

An exciting new author is visiting me today. Maretha Botha has recently moved from Africa to the UK and I can relate so much to the great upheaval she has experienced. Maretha – I just loved your children’s book “Flame and … Continue reading →

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African Magic

Posted on July 9, 2013 by jbwye

Ailsa has done it again! After her first popular contribution to my blog, on MAGIC, I have been so looking forward to this one, especially as it relates to BREATH OF AFRICA. And nobody will be disappointed. I will say … Continue reading →

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Larger than Life

Posted on June 11, 2013 by jbwye

I’m serving up James Penhaligon on my blog today, author of rumbustious romp, Speak Swahili Dammit, a Bestseller which tells of the good old days when kids ran wild in Africa. I feel we are kindred spirits  – both of … Continue reading →

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