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I write about making more space for beauty and justice to meet. I write books for kids, and essays for adults. My latest book is Beat the Rain. Published by Catalyst Press, and available in the USA and South Africa in hardcover.
It’s a whimsical story showcasing a slice of South African life in our little town – full of sound, rhythm and repetition, it makes a great read aloud!
I also have published an annotated edition of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. Specifically targeting teen and middle-grade readers, through introductory essays and conversational style footnotes, this unabridged classic is made accessible to young readers today. I have also co-authored with Kathryn Pillay the picture book: How To Stop A Train: The Story of How Mohandas Gandhi Became the Mahatma, illustrated by Paddy Bouma.
Beat the Rain –
A new picture book showcasing a slice of South African life. Full of rhythm and sound!
Dark clouds roll in. Thunder rumbles through the streets. Two children team up with town locals in a rhythmic race against the rain, rushing to make it home before the downpour begins.
But the storm catches up—snapping the stoplight and leaving everyone stranded.
In a surprising twist, an unexpected hero swoops in, guiding traffic safely through the chaos with the grace of a conductor leading a community concerto!
A read-aloud book that captures the vibrant culture and charm of daily life through rhythm, repetition, and onomatopoeia.
AVAILABLE JUNE 2 – PREORDER NOW!
Little Women: Annotated for Teen & Middle Grade Readers
There are four March sisters: oldest-sister Meg, who just wants to be “normal” and go to parties, hot-tempered and creative Jo, who wants desperately to be a writer, shy and musical Beth, who cares for the weakest in society, and last—but certainly not least—artistic Amy, who is sick of being treated like the baby and wishes that she was rich… This classic has been beloved by readers since it was first published in 1868. Presented here unabridged, it is accompanied by conversational annotations for today’s adolescent readers. You’ll also find short essays on the life of L. M. Alcott, on the primary themes, and reflection questions spread throughout to guide your experience with the text.
How to Stop A Train
When Mohandas Gandhi is thrown off a train one day, it marks the beginning of a journey. A journey to put an end to the unfair treatment of Indian people in South Africa. A journey to teach everyone that you can change the world without using violence. A journey to make the world a better place. A long journey that begins with one small word: No.
In this book, young readers are introduced, in an engaging and accessible way, to one of South Africa’s – and the world’s – greatest and bravest heroes, the remarkable Mahatma Gandhi.
Stephanie Ebert 