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   Pre-publication work takes weeks, and it is only fitting that the end of the process is marked with a book launch. 'Book of Dreams', the poetry spectactular from Mervin M. Francis, was started on in July 2020, and celebrated its launch on the 21st of November. Due to pandemic restrictions, the launch was limited to a private event with media, publishing associates, and some of author's friends/family. Here's what happened at the event: Suburban Cafe in Durban North, KZN The event took place at a charming cafe in the heart of Durban North. Suburban Cafe is a gem of a venue for a chic event. It is situated just behind Kensington Square, on Ennisdale Drive.  The theme of the launch was 'Love is in the Air', in keeping with romantic poetry anthology, and the dress code was summer chic.  The interior of Suburban Cafe is decorated with vintage chic furniture and finishing, in classic hues of grey. There is a garden for any outdoor usage. In line with the running t...

  How to write a formal cover letter for your book submission Every, and we mean EVERY, publisher asks for a cover letter when submitting your manuscript for publishing consideration - whether it's UK giants Random House, or local kingpin Tafelberg, they all want one. This many seem like a daunting task, but KREST Publishers wants tell you exactly what us publishers need out of your cover letter. A) What is a cover letter all about? Your cover letter is your first point of contact between you and the publisher.   Think of it as the very first thing you say to a publisher about yourself and your book. You want it to make a great impression, right?  Here's how: B) Key information that should go into a cover letter First and foremost: If you are emailing a cover letter, you do not need to attach a separate document as your letter. Your cover letter is actually your main email text. Keep your letter simple, brief, and to the point. One page (if you type it o...

  You never know what the smallest action can ripple out to become! Earlier this year KREST Publishers held their first annual short story competition. From an entrant pool of both veteran writers and novices from every corner of South Africa, there were two writers whose work caught the attention of the KREST team, resulting in both being offered publishing deals for their work-in-progress books. Here’s how Sarvdasha Sewlal and Laura Tippins went straight from a short story entry to publishing deals, in an industry that is hard to break into! ‘Yellow Roses’ by Sarvdasha Sewlal  Sarvdasha is a multi-talented 27-year-old who has studied in the innovative field of engineering at UKZN Howard College. More familiar with poetry than prose, Sarvdasha had taken a step out of her comfort zone when, for the competition, she had written a unique piece that was a combination of story and poetry. Despite being a newcomer to the formal publishing world, Dasha’s piece won third place ...