Edyth Bulbring crafts compelling narratives that delve into the complexities of adolescence and the search for identity, often set against a vibrant South African backdrop. Her writing is distinguished by its keen psychological insight into characters and a profound ability to capture the nuances of human connection. Bulbring emphasizes authenticity and realism, lending her stories a resonant depth that speaks to young readers. Her work offers relatable explorations of experiences and challenges, making her a significant voice in young adult literature.
A story of two girls living in Johannesburg. Two acts of betrayal, set more than fifty years apart. Jenna, a troubled teenager, is packing up her Aunt C-C's Johannesburg house. She prises open a locked drawer and finds an old letter addressed to her aunt. One word stands out: MURDERER. As Jenna discovers the clues which reveal the secret her aunt has kept hidden all her life, she is forced to confront her own shameful act of betrayal.
Juliet Seven is waiting on a seacraft offshore from war-torn Mangeria, hoping that her beloved Nicolas will soon join her. Instead, the boat is pirated by a Reject boy stinking of rot and oil. A storm rises and they are swept away. They reach a new land, but all is not what it seems in this perfect place of refuge and Juliet is desperate to escape. Since the day of her birth, the blind tellers of Mangeria have prophesied that Juliet is 'The One'. What will she have to do to fulfil her destiny?
High schools are jungles. And there are rules for surviving. All teenagers need to know these rules. They're pretty simple: never let your mom drive you to school in her dressing-gown. Never let her comment on your Facebook page. Never let her choose your clothes. Especially not your underwear. Common sense, right? Thirteen-year-old Ben Smith, flying under the radar at St David's, a rugby-worshipping school, knew all the rules. His mom knew them, too. That's why he trusted her to be cool. But then Ben broke the most important rule of all: never tell your mom stuff. First, he spilled the beans, then she did. And all hell broke loose. Ben wasn't Ben, Benno, Ben-dude anymore. He was the rat, the weasel, the sneak. He was Snitch.Snitch is the award-winning book of the 2017 M.E.R Prize for the best English or Afrikaans youth novel.
Fifteen-year-old Ben Smith has the perfect family, but then everything changes. Ben's world is pulled inside out, his love-life turned upside down. Three things happen: A truck collides with a bus. A plane lands in Dubai, one passenger short. There is a vicious dog fight. Ben's family circle suddenly grows by one, then by two and then by another. The sum of all these new family members should be three, right? Except everyone knows that two plus one relatives don't make three, they make trouble. It's a year of relative madness.
In a quest to fulfill their dreams, Cornelia, her sister Maude, and their friend Zwelabo discover a magical globe that transports them to the enchanting Kingdom of Gamagion. Each child grapples with their aspirations—Cornelia's singing ambitions, Maude's desire for magic, and Zwelabo's wish to emulate his heroic father. However, their adventure takes a perilous turn when the kingdom faces a threat from the sinister Darko Drogbarl. Tasked by the King, Cornelia must find a powerful weapon to save Gamagion and restore harmony.
April-May February's transition to Trinity College introduces her to the strict and unyielding Mrs. Ho, sparking a fierce power struggle. Faced with rigid rules and expectations, April-May must navigate the challenges of school life while trying to maintain her individuality. As she battles against these constraints, her father and her quirky new friend Melly become entangled in the chaos, adding humor and heart to her quest for freedom in a world dominated by rules.
Set at Trinity College, the story follows April-May February as she navigates her quirky life, marked by her unchanged socks and her complicated feelings for the charming yet troublesome Sebastian. The arrival of Fatty, a sensitive giant with a penchant for lamb stew sandwiches, adds depth to the narrative as he forms a bond with Sebastian. This award-winning tale explores themes of friendship, identity, and the challenges of youth, making it a captivating read for young audiences.
Set in a dystopian future ravaged by the Conflagration, individuals in the State of Mangeria are controlled by a mark on their spines that dictates their roles and partners. As Juliet Seven, known as Ettie, approaches her 15th birthday, she faces a predetermined life as a drudge. However, she chooses to defy her fate, setting off a chain of events that fulfills a long-standing prophecy. With unexpected twists and a unique heroine, this novel explores themes of destiny, rebellion, and the struggle against oppressive systems.
Set in Johannesburg, the narrative exposes the stark contrast between the public image of St Patrick's High School and the sinister reality within. While the school is celebrated for shaping future leaders of a new democracy, it is secretly controlled by 'The Club', a ruthless faction of senior students. This elite group, embodying the values of South Africa's powerful elite, exploits their privileged status, masking their manipulative behavior behind the school's polished façade.
Beatrice has got a deadbeat mum, an addiction to online messaging and an aversion to the sun. If she could stay inside all summer she most absolutely would. Except she's being shipped off to stay with her 'Grummer' - a grandmother she barely knows - while her mum has another go at rehab. If Beatrice is going to have any chance of having some peace she will need to distract Grummer with a husband. Unfortunately there aren't many eligible bachelors hanging around this cranky old dorp. Her plan is simple: identify the target, establish contact and ensure eternal love. But all does not go to plan for control-freak Beat.