I’m delighted to share some exciting news!
This month sees the release of two brand-new works of fiction, The Ophelias and The Bone Sellers, available exclusively on Kindle, alongside the Kindle-exclusive re-release of select novels from my backlist: Fuse, Sharp Edges, Dark Poppy’s Demise and Mine.
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Cape Town, South Africa – April 3, 2025 – Acclaimed South African author Sally Partridge is set to captivate young adult readers once again with the release of her latest novel, “Slaying in Sedgefield,” on May 12, 2025.
This eagerly awaited sequel to “The Witches of Hogsback” continues the thrilling adventures of teenage sleuth Zelda Scott.
In “Slaying in Sedgefield,” Zelda is persuaded by her friend Song to spend the holidays at a secluded lakehouse on a private island in Sedgefield. The invitation comes from Megs, a childhood friend of Song’s who has risen to fame as a social media influencer. What promises to be a retreat filled with glamour and festivities soon turns ominous as the group becomes isolated by sabotage and a raging fire. Zelda must unravel the mystery and identify the unseen threat before it’s too late.
This novel marks Partridge’s second foray into the young adult mystery genre featuring Zelda Scott. Fans will be pleased to know that Marius, a character from the first book, makes a return in this installment. The cover of “Slaying in Sedgefield” was unveiled on December 1, 2024, generating significant excitement among readers.
Reflecting on her previous work, “The Witches of Hogsback,” Partridge drew inspiration from the enchanting town of Hogsback in the Eastern Cape. The novel received praise for its vivid setting and engaging narrative. As Partridge noted, the resurgence of teen crime capers has allowed her to contribute her unique voice to the genre.
“Slaying in Sedgefield” promises to deliver the same blend of suspense, dynamic characters, and atmospheric settings that readers have come to expect from Partridge’s work.
The novel will be available in bookstores and online retailers nationwide starting May 12, 2025.
I have some news to share! I can finally reveal the cover for my next novel, Slaying in Sedgefield, due to hit shelves May 2025.
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I’m thrilled to share that Leo Jantjies and the Esports World Championship has been shortlisted for the Otto Foundation Children’s Book Awards in the Chapter Books & Graphic Novels category!
Happy New Year!
I can’t think of a better way to start the new year than to share some good news.
A new year means new stories to enjoy! And this year I am excited to have a short story included in a new anthology for kids – Apocalypse at the end of the street, out this February from Lapa.
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Exciting news. My kids book, Leo Jantjies and the Esports World Championship, has made it onto the Exclusive Books Homebru list.
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My first children’s book for ages ten and up, Leo Jantjies and the Esports Championship, is coming out in August 2023 from Human & Rousseau and features amazing illustrations by Johann Strauss.
Leo Jantjies loves playing Theatre of Gods and Heroes (TOGAH). He’d play all day and night if he could – if it weren’t for nuisances like school and chores. The game has quickly become part of the professional esports scene where teams from around the world compete for millions of dollars in prize money. When a clip of Leo playing TOGAH goes viral, he doesn’t expect to be branded the best King Shaka player in the world. And he certainly doesn’t expect to get a call from a pro team to recruit him for the Esports World Championship in Paris! But soon Leo, his best friend Fiks, and his sister Lauren jet off to Europe for an adventure none of them thought was possible.
The launch is happening on Saturday 5 August 2023 at 12:00 Exclusive Books V&A Waterfront. ACGL will have gaming setups available for kids to play games like FIFA, Brawlhalla, Rocket League and Minecraft, plus there will be plenty of snacks to keep everyone energised. It’s going to be a blast.
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The Witches of Hogsback is officially haunting bookshop shelves and online stores nationwide. The book transports readers to the atmospheric mountain town of Hogsback in the Eastern Cape. And while I’m all for immersive storytelling, I really wanted to bring the pages to life. So, I wrote a murder mystery game based on the book.
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This might come as a surprise to many of you, but I have written a children’s book for readers aged ten and above.
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My sixth novel for young adults, Sea Star Summer, has been named as the joint recipient of the Percy Fitzpatrick Prize for youth literature awarded by the English Academy of South Africa.
My co-winner (twinner?) is Penny Lorimer for Luntu Masiza Tells the Truth.
This is what the judges had to say:
“There were two novels that stood out. Both are not only well-written and – crafted, but also explore current issues as part of the lived experience of the protagonists and are very distinctly youth-centered. Both are engrossing and embody hope.”
Published in 2020, Sea Star Summer follows sixteen-year-old Naomi’s journey of self-discovery while on holiday in the Eastern Cape town of Jeffrey’s Bay.
You Magazine wrote:
“A story about young love and self-discovery which cements Partridge’s status as one of SA’s best young adult authors.”
The award ceremony will be taking place in July.
Sally Partridge