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Andrew Murray-Desmond Tutu prize winner Siya Khumalo presents a critique of institutional Christianity, arguing that when faith becomes aligned with power structures, it transforms from a prophetic force into a tool for social control. He pleads for Christian witness that renews faith and protect conscience from consumption. He challenges readers to discern when saying "no" to religion becomes an act of faithfulness to God.

"At about 5:20 pm on 31 December 2012, a colleague picked a steak knife from a cutlery tray. He yelled, ‘Angi-gay, mina!’ — I’m not gay! — and came at me with it." Siya Khumalo grew up in a Durban township where one sermon could whip up a lynch mob against those considered different. Drawing on personal experience - his childhood, life in the army, attending church, and competing in pageants - Khumalo explores being LGBTQI+ in South Africa today. In 'You Have to Be Gay to Know God', he tak...

This book contains a set of poems detailing some struggles faced by teenagers, written from the perspective of one of their own. Sit back and dive into the complexities and darkness of the young adult world as through the eyes and imagination of Siya, who's just another teenager facing issues that range from mental health to sexual abuse to romance.

‘Reminds me of Khaled Hosseini, poignant and heartwarming… Simply a beautiful story that had me reading until 3:30 in the morning’ Sarah, NetGalley‘I am a friend of the bees. Like you.’‘So, you have been waiting for me?’‘The forest has been waiting for you.’Pakistan, 1974: The secret-wreathed trees of Harikaya have always called to Hassan. He knows if he doesn’t find the last beekeep...

In a quiet village, there stands a mysterious house where voices whisper through its walls. To most, it feels frightening — but to one curious child, it becomes the beginning of an unforgettable adventure.Guided by the Wise Light, a glowing companion who teaches courage, kindness, and the power of listening, the child discovers that the house of many voices is not a place of fear, but of secrets waiting to be understood.This enchanting children’s story blen...

‘Siya's rise from humble beginnings to lifting that World Cup trophy is the stuff of fairytales.’ MARCUS RASHFORD‘Siya Kolisi is a warrior on the field and an inspiration off it. This book is an extraordinary reminder of what can be achieved with inner belief and an indefatigable spirit.’ JAY SHETTY'Siya's story is well documented, and I am so impressed by the way he conducts himself. As the captain of his team and as a statesman he...

Changes.It's not just a book,It's my best friend.It's a piece of my body.And there you go,I've put it in your arms,For you to care,To caress,To read,To believe,And most importantlyTo love.Every single syllable,Printed on these pages,Spoke to me.And now I want you,To have a conversation.So sit down, maybe,With a cup of coffee.Just the way that ‘one person’ lik...

Seeds of Hope In a world where rivers have dried, fields have cracked, and forests have fallen silent, one magical bird carries the seeds of new life.Follow this gentle journey of renewal, as small miracles bring back flowing rivers, blooming flowers, green fields, and bright dreams. With lyrical storytelling and enchanting illustrations, Seeds of Hope shows children that even the smallest act of care can help heal the Earth.Perfect fo...

In "Coconut Chronicles," Siya Mchunu delivers a raw and gripping exploration of toxic masculinity in 21st-century South Africa. Follow the harrowing journey of Wolfgang Storm, a man lost in the shadows of his fractured identity. Torn between his Zulu heritage and the harsh realities of a society marked by intricate dynamics of race, class, and gender, Wolf meanders through life seeking an elusive sense of belonging. His relentless pursuit of female validation leads him into the darkest cor...

Most girls grow up learning about historical male figures like Thomas Jefferson, Charles Darwin, Albert Einstein, and Neil Armstrong. While these men made remarkable contributions, the accomplishments of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) are often overlooked. Beneath the stories of male scientists lie the untold legacies of their forgotten female counterparts.Why is Hedy Lamarr, a pioneer of wireless technology, not a household name? Why isn't Hypati...

In "The Homeless Diaries: Tales of a Broken Man," Siya Mchunu delivers a raw and gripping exploration of toxic masculinity in 21st-century South Africa. Follow the harrowing journey of Wolfgang Storm, a man lost in the shadows of his fractured identity. Torn between his Zulu heritage and the harsh realities of a society marked by intricate dynamics of race, class, and gender, Wolf meanders through life seeking an elusive sense of belonging. His relentless pursuit of female validation leads...

‘Siya's rise from humble beginnings to lifting that World Cup trophy is the stuff of fairytales.’ MARCUS RASHFORD‘Siya Kolisi is a warrior on the field and an inspiration off it. This book is an extraordinary reminder of what can be achieved with inner belief and an indefatigable spirit.’ JAY SHETTY'Siya's story is well documented, and I am so impressed by the way he conducts himself. As the captain of his team and as a statesman he...