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How one book led to the arrest of an infamous serial killer

Blogger Michelle McNamara’s 'I'll Be Gone in the Dark' was instrumental in reopening the case of the Golden State Killer and it may have cost the author her life
Words: Michele Magwood
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New art and music spaces at the Westcliff

Johannesburg hotel provides a venue for culture in the city
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Bill Clinton–James Patterson thriller is all guns and girls and, well, it blows

Great reviews are missing along with the president but the book is sure to sell well
Words: Michele Magwood
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Man Booker scrambles to stay relevant

Amid criticism for changing the rules, the literary award seems to be losing its clout
Words: Michele Magwood
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Some self-help books are cheesier than others

The follow-up to 'Who Moved My Cheese' is about to hit shelves
Words: Michele Magwood
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Tom Wolfe, author of 'The Bonfire of the Vanities' and 'The Right Stuff', dies aged 88

Few writers have chronicled the cultural shifts of America so acutely, and few have left a legacy of such rich and astute idiom
Words: Michele Magwood
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Isn't is ironic? Jordan B Peterson's book stirred up chaos in the literary world

'12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos' was met with some strongly worded reviews to which Peterson pushed back. Let's be honest, who doesn't love a good literary spat?
Words: Michele Magwood
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Five dystopian novels to soothe you through 2018

Dystopian novels are like salt in a wound: they burn, but they’ll make you feel better
Words: Paula Andropoulos
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The 6 most influential self-help books of all time

While some people swear by their efficacy, others quickly consign them to collecting dust — here is our take on six of the most influential self-help tomes to date
Words: Paula Andropoulos
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Novels of mythic proportions

These five books comprise some of the best literary interpretations of mythological traditions from around the world
Words: Paula Andropoulos
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Will humanity ever leave Earth behind?

With the advent of the space entrepreneur, the rest of the universe looks closer than ever. But will we get off this planet in time?
Words: John Thornhill
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If you’re an avid reader Spotify has got stuff for you

If you don’t have the time to create the perfect playlist to accompany the book you’re reading, don’t worry – there are plenty of brilliant ones out there already
Words: Michele Magwood
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Cultural capital: your guide to First Thursdays

The best art shows to take in while you enjoy the biggest pooza of the month
Words: Andrea Nagel
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An eerie peak into The Carlton, once known as 'the best hotel in Africa'

New book gives a glimpse into an icon that has stood untouched for 20 years
Words: Graham Wood
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Getting to know Margaret Atwood

The author and poetess has successfully enchanted a new generation of bibliophiles and feminists
Words: Paula Andropoulos
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Connecting wellness: Exercise in the digital age

SPONSORED | Here’s how to build the perfect home gym using modern technology
Words: Devlin Brown
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Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes' personal mementos up for auction

Sylvia Plath's personal copy of 'The Bell Jar" to be auctioned by daughter next week
Words: Paula Andropoulos
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SUNDAY TIMES: Soweto‚ Sunningdale & Bloubergstrand are suburbs to watch

Sandton is getting less mentions as more Insta attention is given to Bloubergstrand‚ Soweto and Sunningdale
Words: TimesLive
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Your Women’s History Month reading list

In celebration of International Women’s Day and Women's History Month, Wanted has compiled a list of books written by women that deserve the top spots on your shelf
Words: Paula Andropoulos
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Bookshelf: On writing retreats

Time and space are two of the most important ingredients that go into the making of a good book - that’s what a writing retreat offers
Words: Alexander Matthews