A collaboration between best-selling author Di Smith and fine art photographer Ker Stanley, A Lighter Way of Being is a contemplative and poetic journey to the heart of mindfulness with South Africa as a backdrop

Where do we turn to find respite from the hyped up frenzy of life in South Africa? How do we let go of holding our breath?

Through a tapestry of prose, heartwarming memoirs and conceptual art, Di shares her personal stories of living through the trials and tribulations of a country she deeply loves, mindfully pointing out a clear path to guide us through the messy reality that is everyday human life.

You're awesome is about overcoming adversity and embracing life. It is about love, compassion, and friendship. It is about communities standing together and how through the African philosophy Ubuntu, which defines the core of what it is to be human, we can all lead happier and more fulfilling lives. It is a title for people who want to transform their own lives and influence the lives of others around them.