Q&A with ‘Island in the Sun’ Author, Katie Fforde
Beloved author, Katie Fforde shares insights into character development, the journey of writing, and the inspiration for her newest novel, Island in the Sun, set on the Caribbean Island of Dominica.
Archive - 2024
March 4th
Q&A with ‘The Book of Doors’ Author, Gareth Brown
We delve into the fascinating journey of creation behind The Book of Doors, with the author of this enchanting tale, Gareth Brown. From his organic approach to writing, where the story unfolds as he progresses, to the unexpected emergence of pivotal plot elements, Brown reveals the intricate process behind his literary magic. With insights into character development, the challenges of conveying emotions, and the allure of time travel, Brown shares his inspirations and the evolution of his narrative.
March 1st
Q&A with ‘Voyage of the Damned’ Author, Frances White
Despite discovering Agatha Christie post-first draft, the author’s influence is palpable in Voyage of the Damned, particularly in crafting suspenseful narratives and intricate character dynamics.
Extract: Argylle by Elly Conway
One Russian magnate's ambition triggers global turmoil, countered by CIA's elite, Frances Coffey. She enlists troubled prodigy, Argylle, aware of his haunted past. With Coffey's guidance, Argylle embarks on espionage odyssey from Thailand to Monaco, from Mount Athos to hidden mountain caves. His journey teeters on a knife-edge, promising to either forge him into a formidable asset or shatter him entirely.
Extract: The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown
New York bookseller Cassie Andrews is not sure what she’s doing with her life. She lives quietly, sharing an apartment with her best friend, Izzy. Then a favourite customer gives her an old book. Full of strange writing and mysterious drawings, at the very front there is a handwritten message: Cassie is about to discover that the Book of Doors is a special book – a magic book. A book that bestows extraordinary abilities on whoever possesses it.
Extract: Voyage of the Damned by Frances White
To mark the thousandth year of peace in the Empire of Concordia, the emperor's ship embarks upon a twelve-day voyage. Aboard are the heirs of the twelve provinces of Concordia, each graced with a unique magical ability known as a Blessing. Except one: Ganymedes Piscero. When a beloved heir is murdered, everyone is a suspect. Stuck at sea and surrounded by powerful people, odds of survival are slim.
Extract: Island in the Sun by Katie Fforde
When Cass is asked by her father to take on an unusual photography project in the Caribbean Island of Dominica, she really can't see a reason to say no. But the remote island has just been hit be a severe hurricane, leaving destruction in its wake. Cass is travelling with Ranulph who is searching for the rare stone carvings her father wants her to photograph. Their hunt leads Cass down a path of bravery and self-discovery, and she soon falls for Ranulph, who has been by her side every step of the way.
February 29th
Extract: The Ghost Orchid by Jonathan Kellerman
In an upscale Bel Air property, two lovers are found dead in a swimming pool. The man is the playboy heir to a business empire, and the woman is his even wealthier married neighbour. An illicit affair is the perfect motive. But the house is untouched – no forced entry, no forensic evidence – and so LAPD homicide lieutenant Milo Sturgis asks psychologist Alex Delaware to help unpick the case. It quickly becomes clear that both victims had troubled pasts.
February 28th
“One of South Africa’s best true-life crime series, with a fresh approach.”
Adapted from Micki Pistorius’ memoir, the harrowing true crime series, Catch Me a Killer, is set in the mid-90s and traces Pistorius’ quest, as a newly qualified forensic psychologist, to track down South Africa’s most feared killers at a time when the country was gripped by an epidemic of rising crime and mass murder.
February 27th
National Milk Tart Day: 7 Recipes to Indulge In
There’s no dessert more proudly South African than milk tart! Whether
you love it traditional, with a modern twist, or reimagined in new ways,
we’ve got seven irresistible recipes to inspire your next bake. From
Amarula-infused indulgence to crispy spring rolls and even a no-churn
ice cream, this lineup celebrates the creamy, spiced delight in all its
forms. So, grab your whisk, dust off the cinnamon, and get ready to