Episode 11: Do you want to be a children's book author?

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Many people say they want to write a children's book. We chatted to bestselling author Refiloe Moahloli to find out how she made it happen.

From an early career in the corporate world, and a life changing trip to Mumbai, Refiloe took a chance and dedicated herself to her dream of writing children's books - with a clear plan in action. As one of South Africa's best known children's book authors with the popular How Many Ways series, her story is inspiring and relatable.

We chat to her about gratitude, inspiration, how a writing course set her on her path and how she finds the time to create her stories. We also review her latest book, How Many Ways Can You Say Thank You.

Plus reviews of Salamina Mosese's latest book, Neo's Invisible Blanket and the YA thriller In The Company of Killers by Elora Cook.

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20 Oct English South Africa Books · Kids & Family

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