A look at the lives, legacies, and words we’ve had the honour of shaping.

Stories We’ve Told

Every story we tell is a collaboration, carefully crafted, deeply personal, and one-of-a-kind.

This is where you can explore a selection of the works we’ve worked on, from life reflections and business journeys to personal tributes and legacy projects.

We’re proud to have helped turn these memories into lasting keepsakes, and honoured to share a glimpse of the powerful stories entrusted to us.

Music Appreciation

Galileo Open Learning Materials. Authors (2017): I. Escalante-Chernova, M. Gilley, C. Kilroe-Smith, T. Mueller, E. Ozment, Kilroe-Smith, Catherine (2013). Musical Journeys: A cultural exploration of the music of the world.

ISBN-10: ‎ 1465216243 ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1465216243

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Waves of Change: Coastal fisheries co-management in Southern Africa.

Russell, E. and Kuiper, S. (2003): The Amadiba Community Tourism and Natural Resource Management Project, in: Hauck, M. and Sowman, M. (eds.) (2003) Waves of Change: Coastal fisheries co-management in southern Africa. University of Cape Town Press. Sowman/9781919713809

 

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A hike towards history.

Boonzaier, S. and Kilroe-Smith, C. (2024): Skyways Magazine, pp 20-24. https://www.skywaysmagazine.co.za/magazine/january-2024/

 

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Other Notable Works:

Kilroe-Smith, C. (2010). Marko Markovich and the Serbian Brass Tradition: https://esploro.libs.uga.edu/esploro/outputs/9949334746502959

Kilroe-Smith, Cathy. “Love, Discipline, Patience, and Concentration – Advice from Peter Damm” Horn Call, May 2009. Vol 97-99: https://www.hornsociety.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1341:index-by-author&catid=23:the-horn-call

Glavovic, M. and Boonzaier, S. (2007): Building sustainable coastal livelihoods in South Africa. Ocean and Coastal Management 50 (1-2) 1-23: 
https://www.academia.edu/31207820/Confronting_coastal_poverty_Building_sustainable_coastal_livelihoods_in_South_Africa

Boonzaier, S. (2015): Learning to live a greener life at St. Francis College, Independent Education, ISASA (2015).

Boonzaier, S. (2018): Editor, Not that straightforward, Paul Heinamann.

Boonzaier, S. (2021): Editor, Travelling with 2020 Vision, Bartle Logie. https://www.writeonpublishing.co.za/product/travels-with-20-20-vision/

Boonzaier, S. (2022): Editor, Travellers' Tales, Bartle Logie.https://www.writeonpublishing.co.za/product/travellers-tales/

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FAQs

  • Anything from 2 months to a year. 

  • Yes, all of our meetings can be done virtually.

  • We are happy to help you polish your memoir or finish a project you have already started. Let us know how we can help and we will come up with a package that suits your needs.

  • We are comfortable with most topics. However, if there are ethical or moral concerns we will communicate this with you.

  • We work very hard to try and capture your voice so that we can tell your story in a narrative that feels comfortable and reflective of your personality.

  • We use pictures, newspaper and magazine articles, online research tools and interviews to gather data. 

  • No, but we can point you in the right direction.

  • Yes, we will allocate a maximum of 12 months to complete your project.

  • Yes, but if need be we can arrange translation services. 

  • Yes, we will share these with you in the google drive.

  • We can discuss your desired format, but it is usually a PDF or word document.

  • No, we don't. But we can put you in touch with someone who can.

  • We will let you guide us on how best to navigate topics that are sensitive. We recommend that you have a support system in place before embarking on the transformative journey of writing your memoir, especially if there are sensitive topics to cover.