A Confusion of Princes by Garth Nix [Book Thoughts]

In short: A Confusion of Princes is typical sci-fi escapist fiction but it’s decent sci-fi escapist fiction. If the premises interests you or if you’re a fan of Nix or the genre, it’s probably worth a read.
-Imran

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A Confusion of Princes by Garth Nix

Black Beauty by Anna Sewell [Book Thoughts]

Light, pleasant and positive, Black Beauty is a great story for any child to read. The themes of animal cruelty are handled admirably.

-Imran

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Black Beauty by Anna Sewell

Beatrice and Virgil by Yann Martel [Book Thoughts]

Probably the best book I've read all year. Yann Martel is amazing. He's quickly becoming one of my favourite authors.

-Imran

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Beatrice and Virgil by Yann Martel

On the Shortness of Life by Seneca [Book Thoughts]

In the end, On the Shortness of Life is more a book that I am glad to have read but did not particularly enjoy reading. For anyone interested, give the first essay a read, skip the other two.

-Imran

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On the Shortness of Life by Seneca
(Essay compilation)

The Trading Game [Short Fiction]

I wrote this piece a few months ago and submitted it to a literary magazine. Sadly, it was rejected so here it goes. I'd like to think that I've come a long way as a writer since I wrote this and I hope to do a lot better in the future. At the time, I envisioned this one being a middle chapter in a novel.
-Imran

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The Island of Dr Moreau by H.G. Wells [Book Thoughts]

The Island of Dr Moreau is old-school classic science fiction: depth, tension and moral ambiguity. 200 years after publication, it's still easily readable and offers plenty.

-Imran

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The Island of Dr Moreau by H.G. Wells

The Reason You Crave Pizza [Short Fiction]

This piece is me experimenting with writing dialogue that stands on its own. As for the scene itself, it just ocurred to me one day and I thought it might be interesting :P. Enjoy
-Imran

DISCLAIMER: The following piece is purely my own work. It is not associated with Col'Cacchios, any of its branches or any of its employees. Don't sue me please.

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Proof of Heaven by Dr Eben Alexander [Book Thoughts]

I doubt that Proof of Heaven changed my life too much and I can't consider myself convinced, but it was worth a read if only to satisfy my curiosity.

-Imran

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Proof of Heaven by Dr Eben Alexander

Everything wrong with studying Commerce [Part 1]

Tried my hand at writing a critical essay. This is the first part of a series that I'll be writing about my experiences in the Commerce Faculty at the University of Cape Town (UCT). Tried to be conversational in tone.
-Imran

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Everything wrong with studying Commerce
Part 1: Free Time (Or rather, the lack of it)

Part I: Free Time | Part II: -

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Fold by Tom Campbell [Book Thoughts]

Fold couldn't keep me invested past the first 10 pages. The characters seemed wimpy and irritating.

-Imran

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Fold by Tom Campbell

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley [Book Thoughts]

200 years after it was written, Frankenstein remains deep, morally complex, exciting and hard to predict. What a book.

-Imran

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Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

The Exclusive Books Warehouse Sale [Photo Blog]

This week, no Short Fiction Piece. I was actually going to post an Essay I wrote on some of my experiences as a Commerce Student but that can wait for a bit. For now, it's Photo Blog time. Those who remember my old photo album days will not be surprised :P

-Imran

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Win a copy of Dracula! [Giveaway]

EDIT: The competition is now closed. Congratulations to Laylah Albertyn for winnning!
-Imran

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Win a copy of Dracula by Bram Stoker!

A Hustler's Bible by Gayton McKenzie [Book Thoughts]

A Hustler's Bible is a cut above the usual repetitive 'success literature'. It's filled with plenty of practical advice from a South African who's achieved incredible things despite adverse circumstances.
-Imran

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A Hustler's Bible by Gayton McKenzie

Ramadaan: One Month Special [Short Fiction]

I planned this piece a bit earlier in the month but it seems more appropriate to post it now that Ramadaan is ending. I don't feel like this one needs background; it should be quite clear what it's about. That being said, I have a feeling that this one is going to be a bit on the controversial side. I apologize in advance if anyone is offended by the piece, my only intention is to stimulate thought on the matter. Happy reading.
-Imran

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