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Belizean novelist switches styles writes book for children

By Alain at 04/06/07 06:24

In a complete change of style and genre, Belizean novelist John Alexander Watler, has departed from the style of his previous violence-filled adult novels, Cry Among Rain Clouds and Sea Lotto, to write Boss Of Dangriga, a clean, delightful story for children aged ten and older.

Original source: The Reporter. Boss of Dangriga Latest work by John Watler

Belize Government seeks advice on illegal immigration

The Belize Government has announced that it is launching measures to bring illegal immigration under control, and is enlisting the help of a team of international experts for advice on the issue.

Original source: The Reporter. Illegal immigrants.... GOB says it wants to do something about them!

Reading more books develps the mind

A project by the Belize National Library aiming to encourage and promote more reading of books, has been launched. The project is focused on developing the minds of the countries student population.

Original source: te. Book fair promotes bright future for children readers

Educational courses to improve public sector image

The public sector had always been known for its abrupt and unhelpful image. Last year a new series of year long courses was launched aiming to dispel this picture in the minds of the public.

Original source: The Reporter. Training promises to equip 366 public officers to serve you better

Youth Business Trust helps underprivileged to launch

The underprivileged are always at a disadvantage when it comes to setting up a new business. Now young entrepreneurs are being helped to do just that.

Original source: The Reporter. Y.B.T. helps youth dream their dream

Ladyville could be deciding factor in elections

Ladyville, with a population of 5,000 is the largest village in the Belize Rural Central and is viewed as an important prize by both the PUP and the U.D.P. in the upcoming elections.

Original source: The Reporter. To run or not to run!Ladyville elections could be deciding factor

New novel after 10 years by Belizean author

Belize’s foremost novelist Zee Edgell, has launched the publication of her new novel, The Festival of San Joaquin, after a 10 year break in writing.

Original source: The Reporter. Belizean Zee Edgell visits to launch new novel after 10 years

Teenager stabs father to death after argument

A seventeen year old high school student was arrested for stabbing his own father to death after an argument

Original source: The Reporter. Teenager stabs father to death over clothing