Wins for the festive season

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Reads for the hols

We reveal our fave reads over the past year...

An Elephant In My Kitchen by Francoise Malby-Anthony: Written by the widow of Lawrence Anthony, this the sequel to The Elephant Whisperer. A beautiful story of how the herd of elephants at Thula Thula shared their grief with Francoise after her husband passed away and ultimately how they accepted her. R290, Pan Macmillan.

Win a copy of An Elephant In My Kitchen. Email info@lowveldlivingmagazine.com with your contact details and put ‘ellie in the subject box. Closing date is January 31, 2019. Ts & Cs apply.

The President Is Missing by James Patterson and Bill Clinton: Yup the ex US president gets into the action as he helps Patterson create a nail biting action thriller where the world must face a threat of cyber terrorism of epic proportions. R290, Penguin Random House.

The Woman in The Blue Cloak by Deon Meyer: Classic Meyer at his best with a short story about our favourite detective, Benny Griessel, who is on the wagon and in love. Griessel and Cupido have a case of a dead woman left naked, bleached, and on display. Their discovery draws them into the world of high stakes art collectors. R195, Jonathan Ball Publishers.

Anatomy of a Scandal by Sarah Vaughan: Could not put this down! This he said/she said moves between the past – students at Oxford – and the present, a rape case being tried in court. Brilliant. R195, Jonathan Ball Publishers.

The Girl Who Takes An Eye For An Eye by David Lagercrantz: Continuing Stieg Larsson’s Milennium series, we meet up with Lisbeth Salander again who is finishing a stint in prison. The book follows her quest for the truth about her childhood. R185, Jonathan Ball Publishers.

Trust Me. Love Me. Just Don’t Believe Me by JP Delaney: Drama student Claire can’t get her Green Card so while studying drama in NY, the only job she can get is moonlighting for a detective agency. Effectively, she poses as an easy-pick up to trap unfaithful husbands. This book has more twists and turns than Barberton’s Geo Trail. R290, Jonathan Ball Publishers.

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The Thirst by Jo Nesbo: Hooray, a new Harry Hole thriller. This monster of a book will have you hanging off every word while Harry hunts for Sweden’s latest killer. R175, Penguin Random House.

Plus One by Vanessa Raphaely: This debut novel looks at the glamorous and not so glamorous world of a Hollyood actress and her bestie and plus one, a journalist for a beauty and fashion mag. It’s celebs, mischief and mayhem all the way, while bringing the #metoo movement back into the spotlight. Great beach read. R265, Pan Macmillan.

Birding in South Africa’s National Parks by Rob Little. Photos by Maans Booysen: This is the first dedicated SANparks bird book. Divided between biogeographic regions – Northern, arid, frontier and Cape regions – it is the perfect stocking gift for the enthusiast. R195, Jacana Media.

Win a copy of Birding. Email your contact details to info@lowveldlivingmagazine.com and put ‘birds’ in the subject box. Closing date is January 31, 2019. Ts & Cs apply.

Everything is Lies by Helen Callaghan: From the author of Dear Amy, this book explodes through the pages. Sophia arrives home one day to find her parents dead. Murder suicide or so the police are telling her but Sophia won’t believe it and the path to discovery will not only put her in danger but reveal a history of dark secrets she will wish she could unlearn. Riveting storytelling. R175, Penguin Random House.

Ministry of Crime by Mandy Wiener: This is the follow up to Killing Kebble and here Wiener looks at the connections of organised crime figures, powerful politicians and corrupt police officials. It’s well researched and its information is based on real-life interviews conducted with the underworld. Accompanied by crime scene pics, it is riveting. R295, Pan Macmillan

Tell Me Your Story by Ruda Landman: Famed Carte Blanche journo, Ruda talks to a number of prominent South Africans about their life choices. Colourful interviews with John Kani, Pieter Dirk Uys, Zapiro and ProVerb are included. R240, Tafelburg.

Other notable reads: Captive by Tony Park, Pan Macmillan. Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood, Jonathan Ball Publishers. Forever And A Day by Anthony Horowitz, Penguin Random House.

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toys toys everywhere

Prima Toys has a host of gorgeous stuff for kids just in time for the festive season

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Mini Stretch Justice League Figures can stretch up to five times their original size, and then slowly shape back, ready to be pulled and twisted all over again. We love

Stretch Batman. For ages 5+. R199.99, available at toy stores.

The Teksta Micro Pets are miniature robotic pets that are programmed to act just like the real thing. Get the puppy, raccoon, dinosaur or kitty. For ages 3 +. R199.99, available at toy stores.

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Launch your favourite Ben 10 Omni-Launch Battle Figures right from the Omnitrix, ready for battle! R299.99, available at toy stores.

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Baby Born is a unique doll with lifelike functions. For ages 3+. R899.99, available from toy stores.

A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo by Marlon

Bundo with Jill Twiss. Illustrated by EG Keller: Marlon lives with his family at the US Naval Observatory because his grandfather is President. One average day Marlon is out and about when he meets Wesley, and falls in love. This story looks at how we are all different and that is okay. R415, Jonathan Ball Publishers.

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My Fairy Garden Unicorn and Friends is a charming grow and play toy, which includes easy grow cress seeds, beautiful fairy and animal figures and a trough planter. For ages 4+. R199.99, available from toy stores.

Snakes Of Southern Africa Kids by Johan Marais: This book is great for kids of all ages. Great photographs, it is choc-o-block with info about the various snakes’ habitats, food, behaviour and breeding. Great read.

R130, Penguin Random

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Happy Places Fun Convertible from the Shopkins gang with a picnic set. Age 5+. R499.99, available from toy stores.

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104-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton: Andy and Terry and their spectacular treehouse are back. The treehouse now features 13 new levels, including a neverending staircase, a fortress and a burp bank. Join them on their next exciting adventure which takes them to almost everywhere. Pan Macmillan.

You Can’t let an Elephant Drive a Digger by Patricia Cleveland-Peck: Just love love love this book. It’s followed by why you shouldn’t let a polar bear cut your hair or a snake wake you up. Hilarious read. R165, Jonathan Ball Publishers.

Picking Pickle by Clara Vulliamy: This delightful book introduces the reader to a number of different dogs who are all available for adoption. Pickle is your host and he helps you to make the perfect choice of one of his good friends. R145, Jonathan Ball Publishers.

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To win a Prima Toy, email info@lowveldlivingmagazine.com and put the coloured code word in the subject box. Closing date is January 31, 2019. Ts & Cs apply.

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Malfy Mini Set offers four 50ml bottles – the perfect taster set. Savour the flavours of Gin Originale, Con Limone, Gin Rosa and Con Arancia and discover your favourite favourite. R169, available from liquor stores.

Enter to win something fabulous for the New Year

Zeal Lifestyle focuses on health, wellness and weight loss issues.

They believe that a healthy lifestyle not only changes your body but also your mind, attitude and mood. Their products offer a powerful combo of natural ingredients with key components to support not only bood chemistry, but also a host of other important functions in the body. Zeal Lifestyle has a months’ worth of TruVision Health products to get you started.

INFO 084 811 3907, anlie@zeallifestyle.co.za

WIN a personalised bespoke luxury hamper with the Pink Milk Natural Luxury Bath and Body Range valued at R650 and will make its recipient feel ultra loved. info@ pinkmilkbath.co.za, Instagram/pinkmilkbathingrange, Facebook/pinkmilkbath No bag is complete without a toiletry hold-all, and the new Thule Subterra

toiletry bag will keep all your travel essentials safe and organised. The bag has an integrated hook and trifold design so you can hang it, a waterresistant mesh pocket to contain any spills, see-through pockets and a three zippered pocket. R899.

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To win one of these products, put the coloured product name in the subject box and email your contact details to info@lowveldlivingmagazine.com. Closing date is January 31, 2019. Ts & Cs apply

We have a mini Thule Subterra PowerShuttle for all your electronic gear. The compact travel case holds earphones, cables, adapters (and other electronic essentials). R399.

Enjoy a glass of Malfy Con Limone in limited edition glassware. R359.99, available from liquor stores.

To win one of these products, put the coloured product name in the subject box and email your contact details to info@lowveldlivingmagazine.com. Closing date is January 31, 2019. Ts & Cs apply

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Start 2019 looking your best. Win a bottle of Eco Tan Invisible Tan and an exfoliant mitt to get a golden glow in just one application. Eco Tan offers vegan, cruelty free and certified organic tanning, body and skin care products. Made using only natural ingredients straight from Mother Nature. R769, available from Earthwise, Ilanga Mall, info@earthwiseliving.co.za

The stylish hair and nail salon, Gary Rom Hairdressing in Nelspruit, has a R1000 voucher to be used for hair services of your choice and an express gelish mani and pedi voucher (valued at R570) to treat your fingers and toetsies after the hols. Be completely pampered at the Lowveld’s top hair salon. Booking essential. Win both and start the New Year with a stylish bang! 013 752 3552, www.garyrom.co.za

Eucerin Sun products are exactly what you need to welcome summer 2019. Win a Eucerin Sun hamper which includes Eucerin® Sensitive Protect Kids Sun Lotion SPF 50+ (150ml) R239.99; Eucerin® Sun Sensitive Protect Kids Sun Spray SPF 50+ (200ml) R269.99; Eucerin® Photoaging Control Body Lotion Extra Light SPF 50+ (150ml) R239.99 and Eucerin® Sensitive Protect Sun Lotion Extra Light SPF 50+ (150ml) R239.99. Protect your whole family with these dermatologist approved products. Available from pharmacies.

Once is a lifetime prize! WIN a R1500 voucher to shop at the renowned Violet & Rose Jewellery Company. Start your 2019 off sparkling in delight with your very own custom designed V&R piece. This voucher can be used to make your own bespoke piece or to shop their gorgeous exclusive ranges in store. At Violet & Rose, they are passionate about creating one-of-a-kind pieces of art, unique to the owner and made with love. Violet & Rose Co. – Shop 69UG, Ilanga Mall or Shop 73A Crossing Centre, 013 742 2267, sales@violetrose.co.za

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To win one of these products, put the coloured product name in the subject box and email your contact details to info@lowveldlivingmagazine.com. Closing date is January 31, 2019. Ts & Cs apply