Pleasures and Perils of Independenceville

Paperback | 124 Pages

Pleasures and Perils of Independenceville.

During the matric dance season, I am often invited as a guest speaker. Over time, I have noticed two recurring issues: first, that Grade 12 learners are often too excited to attentively listen and internalize the guest speakers’ messages; and second, that the limited time allocated to speakers prevents them from covering important aspects of post-school life.

These observations inspired me to write a book of short stories that explore post-school life. Unlike brief talks at matric dances, these stories allow young people the time to reflect on the messages about the pleasures and perils of newfound independence from parental authority.