106 | 15 September 2011 you.co.za

O UR Book Days have really taken off – authors we’ve hosted so far include John van de Ruit, Bar-bara Trapido, Pieter-Dirk Uys

and the much-loved Evita Bezuidenhout. And now we’ve got bestselling crime writer Deon Meyer lined up to enthral readers at fun-filled gatherings in Johannesburg and Cape Town.

The events have proved a big hit – they allow fans the chance to hear their favourite writers talk about their lives and work and to tuck into a delicious breakfast. To top it all readers get a YOU goodie bag and can buy books at a special discount and have them signed by the guest author. All this for R160 – it really is fantastic value.

At our next Book Day in October readers can find out what makes South Africa’s mas-ter of crime tick. YOU books editor Jane Vorster will quiz Deon about how he writes the books that give readers sleepless nights.

As the brains behind page-turners such as Blood Safari, Heart of the Hunter and Devil’s Peak, Deon hardly needs introduc-tion. His novels have been translated into 20 languages and praised far and wide.

Thirteen Hours, his 2010 offering featur-ing Cape Town cop Benny Griessel, recent-

ly reached No 1 on Amazon Kindle’s Movers and Shakers chart and is in the running for this year’s Exclusive Books Boeke Prize.

This month his latest English title, Track-ers, hits the shelves. Originally published in Afrikaans (Spoor), it has two key characters from previous novels, former cop Mat Jou-bert (Dead before Dying) and tough-as-nails bodyguard Lemmer, caught up in a trail of death stretching from Zimbabwe to Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront.

Fans will soon find out what the future holds for Benny Griessel – Deon has just completed his latest novel about the likeable detective. It will be published in Afrikaans in November (7 Dae) and in English next year.

The prolific writer, who lives in Cape Town, also recently penned a cookbook with his wife, Cooking with Anita and Deon Meyer, which is due to be released in October.

He’ll talk about all these projects at the YOU Book Day so this is your chance to get the inside scoop.

Book now because tickets are limited and are expected to sell out fast.

Join YOU for an entertaining morning with Deon Meyer as we find out what makes the world-renowned author tick

CONTACT US1 Call Janci Prinsloo on 021-406-4574 or e-mail janci.prinsloo@media24.com to book before making any payment.2 Bookings must be con-firmed within 24 hours with proof of payment. E-mail the proof to the above address or fax it to 086-599-4210.3 Banking details: Media24 Magazines, Nedbank, branch code 100909, account number 1009535234. For the reference use the word BOOK followed by your initials and surname.

The COSTOnly R160 a person. This includes breakfast, drinks and a YOU goodie bag.

IN JOhANNeSBURGDate & time Saturday 15 October, 9.30 am for 10 amVenue Crowne Plaza Johannesburg – The Rosebank is a stylish hotel 10 minutes’ drive from Sandton, making it a convenient choice for business and leisure travellers. Its two restaurants, Fresh and Butcher Block, and award- winning Circle Bar are the places to be seen in the city. For guests wanting to keep in shape there’s a Fitness Club equipped with hip Technogym equipment and a heated rim-flow swimming pool plus a spa for those in need of pampering. For more info go to therosebank.co.za.

IN CAPe TOWNDate & time Saturday 22 October, 9 am for 9.30 amVenue The Silver Tree Restaurant, situated in Kirstenbosch botanical garden, is renowned for its spectacular surroundings and quality dining. No matter the season, natural beauty infuses the restaurant. From casual breakfasts to formal dinners it will enchant you and is the perfect location for a family outing, fairytale wedding or business function. Relax, unwind and be inspired by the lovely views, excellent food and fantastic service. For more info go to kirstenboschrestaurant.com. S Book Day guests will be able to enter Kirstenbosch without paying the R40 entrance fee.

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