Infographics Archives - Syllable in the City

July bumper book review

by Martha van Zyl | 31/07/2024 | Books | 0 Comments

I had so many books to listen thanks to Netgalley and various publishers. So let me jump in! "The Photo" by A.J. McDine is a riveting psychological thriller that hooks you from the very first page. The plot unfolds with a chilling premise: the protagonist believes she...

June book review recap

by Martha van Zyl | 30/06/2024 | Books | 0 Comments

In June, I worked my way through a few audiobooks supplied by various publishers through NetGalley. So here's what I read and what I thought. I reread John le Carré's classic novels about the intricate shadow worlds of international espionage. It's been acclaimed as...

Dirty Dozen Book Reviews

by Martha van Zyl | 25/05/2024 | Books | 0 Comments

I've collected short reviews of the last twelve audiobooks I listened to through Netgalley and decided it's time to share them. I hope you enjoy and grab a copy of those that pique your attention. "Fatal First Edition" by Jenn McKinlay is the latest addition to the...

Step into my Slippers on 31 May 2024

by Martha van Zyl | 27/04/2024 | Events | 0 Comments

Slipper Day, Reach For A Dream's biggest fundraiser, returns on 31 May 2024, promising a day filled with warmth, generosity, and fun - all in support of children with life-threatening illnesses. This year, Reach For A Dream and their partners bring you the chance to...

A periodic table of alcohol – Cheers!

Sep 6, 2013 | Infographics

It's Infographic Friday, and the weekend is as good a reason to celebrate as any. What's your poison? Want to try something new? Choose your sundowner scientifically with this awesome periodic table of alcohol. I will probably head to News Cafe for a cherry gimlet...

Petrol price in South Africa over the last 10 years [infographic]

Aug 16, 2013 | Automotive, Infographics, MyScoop campaign

This is a sponsored press release. This week's infographic is courtesy of the people over at cars.co.za and recaps the staggering increase of fuel over the last decade. Just 10 years ago South Africans were paying 339% less for petrol. In August 2004, unleaded fuel on...

Happy Women’s Day – celebrate with big hair

Aug 9, 2013 | Infographics

I think a woman's hair is the best accessory she could ever have. So to celebrate Women's Day (South Africa) today, and following the big deal that is Oprah's latest magazine cover (pun may or may not be intended :P) Infographic Friday is all about the hurr. by...

A short history of hair

Aug 9, 2013 | Infographics

Retail therapy infographic

Aug 2, 2013 | Infographics

It's been a week that I don't ever want to repeat. Apologies for not posting before today, but if I had to tell you about it, you'd start drinking (I sure want to). While I plan to do a spot of grocery shopping, I wouldn't resist if anyone wanted to treat me to some...

Gimme coffee!

Jul 12, 2013 | Food, Infographics

Fridays are lazy days for me to blog, so maybe I'll stick to Infographic Friday. I'm avoiding caffeine today because in treating one of my three major health issues, I've triggered another. Fortunately I keep my C8H10N4O2 consumption to a minimum to avoid triggering...