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We Are Here To Learn – Lou Bognon

Anna Howcroft — Thu, 14 Jun 2018 18:47:14 +0000

In her conversational easy-to-read style Lou Bognon explains how to achieve greater spiritual understanding. The book explores themes such as compassion, forgiveness, conquering, fear, trusting the flow, giving, receiving, unconditional love, healing ourselves and others, living in the present moment and fulfilling our life’s purpose

Slumdog Guttercat – Anoux Massey

Anna Howcroft — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 15:41:19 +0000

In “Slumdog Guttercat”, Anoux Massey’s unflinching insights and Tracy Robertson’s evocative photographs open a door to the gritty world of the township animal. Refreshingly unsentimental, the book is both a commentary and a guide: horrific neglect and abuse are highlighted, but the focus of the book in particular is what to do about it.
Having rescued herself from her own gutter of drugs and despair, Anoux describes her journey into the heart-wrenching world of township animal rescue and rehabilitation with honesty and practicality. The book reveals the astonishing difference that one small animal-rescue organisation can make, but also outlines the simple, practical steps anyone can take to help rescue an animal.
Informative chapters guide readers step-by-step through how to rescue an animal, common township animal illnesses and how to treat them, and general pet-care tips. An animal welfare organisation directory provides contact information and summarises the needs of a range of organisations around South Africa, and legislation regarding animals in South Africa is presented in an easy-to-read format for reference on animals’ and animal owners’ rights

The Treasure Punt – Peter Christie

Anna Howcroft — Sun, 12 Nov 2017 08:26:12 +0000

“The Treasure Punt” is a delightfully-written and illustrated book in which corporate storyteller and human resources strategist Peter Christie uses the anecdotal form to bring home some important lessons for those on both sides of the job market: recruiters and people looking to be recruited. Christie’s central metaphor is that of a pirate Captain (Captain Black-bug), representing a leader of a company, who sails the seven seas on his ship (The Bountiful), looking for treasure. Along the way Black-bug encounters many adventures, each of which teaches him something about making the best of his crew, and experiences, to maximise his material gain. If you read The Treasure Punt as a recruiter, you will find some powerful tools for bringing the right talent on-board in your organisation, and if you are a candidate, for making yourself a desirable workplace treasure

Dutch Courage – Paige Nick

Anna Howcroft — Fri, 13 Oct 2017 11:28:44 +0000

Thrown into strip-club life, and forced to share an apartment with an exotic troupe of impersonating divas with Lady Gaga-sized egos, Grace has to learn some hard lessons fast. One: living with Marilyn Monroe and Madonna isn’t easy. And two: transformations don’t happen overnight – especially when your bra is determined to sabotage your dance routine. Hilarious and smart with heart, “Dutch Courage” is Paige Nick’s new comedy about what’s left once your clothes come off