13 Khutšo Swafo | Bringing her book to life

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Listen to Lynn Joffe chatting to Khutso Swafo, author and publisher of Palesa, Flower of the Forest, her intriguing children’s book about caring and sharing our planet with every living thing. Their conversation covers Khutso’s journey to publication and her inspiration for the book: her very own daughter, her flower, Palesa.

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