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Kirsten Miller has published 3 books and
has appeared in 5 anthologies of short stories. She has written extensively for
magazines such as Elle, O-Magazine and Woman's Value. She
is also a regular features writer for Sawubona (the SAA in-flight
magazine) and Special Kids and contributes book reviews to the Sunday
Times newspaper.
Children on the Bridge, A story of Autism in South Africa (non fiction) was published by Jacana in 2006.
The book has been favourably received within the Autism community as a means for
the parents of children with autism to understand the complexities of the
condition in a non-prescriptive manner. The book features her real life
experiences with the children she worked with and how this came to affect her
personal life. The book is in print and is available from major booksellers on
order and from online book suppliers.“It is a bright, uplifting read that portrays Miller’s experiences in a vivid, intense manner.”
- The Citizen
“Children on the Bridge combines the mystery of the children, the gritty reality of their everyday life and her personal journey. It's a winning combination.” - Daily News
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All is Fish, Kirsten’s first novel, was published
in 2007. Set in Zululand, South Africa, it is the story of three remarkable
characters whose lives are inextricably intertwined by fate, love, and personal
history. Kirsten is currently working on her next novel.
The title All is Fish is drawn from the 16th century proverb, “all is fish that comes to net”. The story centres on the relationship of twins, Jonathan and Sarah, who live in Mtunzini. The story is narrated by Simon, the twins' childhood friend, who leaves for the small town for the city, and then returns to face the brother and sister he knew so well, and was so powerfully involved with. All is Fish, was short-listed for the Jacana/EU Literary Award, and was published in 2007.
The book is in print and is available from major booksellers on order and from
online book suppliers.
“Its strength lies in its sustained emotional intensity, in a narrative that is fiercely concentrated on the relationship of twins, Jonathan and Sarah...” - Mail & Gaurdian
“a stark book to read, but... layered with emotion: love, obsession, friendship, pain and fury. Miller captures purity and honesty through her ability to immerse us in the minds of her characters, while occasionally allowing us to watch from a safe distance.” - Cape Times
“It is an intense read from the very first page, but it is written with such honesty that you cannot help but take the bait and swim out even deeper. - The Citizen
“Miller has written a captivating novel, and she writes with sensitivity and perception about the bonds of love and commitment between two siblings if one of them is damaged in some way.”
- The Witness
KirstyShortStories
When the Master Calls – Uncovered Mirrors – Footprints, 1999 (ed. Keith Adams)
The Chief’s Spell – African Compass – Spearhead, 2006
Chance Encounter – Dinaane: Short Stories by South African Women - Telegram, 2007 (ed. Maggie Davey)
Only in Art – New Writing From Africa - Johnson & King James, 2009
"A Time for Fairies is a beautifully illustrated 32 page full colour picture book aimed at children from the age of 3 to 7 years old.The story takes you on a magical journey of discovery. Step into a little girls world as she dares to ask her mum if fairies are real. She learns that for the fairies to care for you, you have to care for them first. Together they venture into the garden with a list of everyday items to create a magical fairy garden.
The following day her belief is sorely tested when there is no sign that fairies have visited her garden. Her mum assures her that fairies are very shy, and that the full moon is the fairies favourite time, and perhaps they would still visit. The next morning she rushes to her fairy garden and can't believe her eyes.
She feels as if she may burst with excitement as she see's tiny footprints in the sand and best of all a tiny letter from the fairies with her name on it!"
Written by Kirsten Miller, Illustrated by Shayle Bester - 2008