New Arrivals
Broken Rooms: A Novel Inspired by True Events
Broken Rooms is a sweeping novel that spans continents and decades, following Sebastian Cole, a mathematics teacher in Sheffield whose life takes an unexpected turn when he enters the exquisite, erratic world of interior design.
What begins as a career shift soon becomes a global journey, as Sebastian creates homes for the powerful and eccentric, even as his elegant rooms mirror the fractures and longings within his own life. Buy it now!
Remains of Silence : A Memoir of Breaking, Building, and Becoming
Remains of Silence is a literary memoir spanning five decades and multiple continents, chronicling the life of a gay boy raised amid the instability of a dysfunctional and abusive family and a white-supremacist society in Apartheid-era South Africa.
In spite of complete neglect from his alcoholic narcissistic mother and his equally narcissistic, absent father, he performs, runs the household, becomes the parent, and survives. He ultimately becomes a globally recognised designer, painter, and pianist. Yet, behind his outward success, he carries the hidden injuries of a boy who was never truly seen. Buy it now!
The Musical Cats of Lucca
The Musical Cats of Lucca is a charming children’s story written and illustrated by Stef-Albert Bothma. It tells of Martin, a proud and famous cat, who meets Gabriela, a humble stray with a golden voice. With the help of Maestro Mouse and his orchestra, Gabriela rises from obscurity to stardom. Yet, with kindness, she includes Martin in her concerts, and together they become a celebrated duo. A delightful tale of humility, kindness, and generosity, brought to life with richly detailed watercolor illustrations. Buy it now!
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Places Lived, Faces Seen.
This 440 page publication is a retrospective of the eighteen homes Stef-Albert Bothma has created for himself in thirteen cities across three continents over the past twenty-five years. As a colorful and layered feast for the eyes, it also includes his art, photos of his travels, people and places that inspired him as well as links to his piano performances and painting in action. Like no other publication, it is one-of-a-kind and entirely unique.
Italy in Colour
A splendid volume of colour and beauty as OmniLibris travels from Sicily to Venice, Capri to Portofino Parma to Cervo to capture color and splendour often overlooked in Italy. With the addition of phenominal art work by living artists, Italy in Colour is a feast for the eye in every respect.
The Restorer: by Daniela Murphy
In the dying days of the 20th Century, Elfa, a restorer in Florence, uncovers a hidden fresco in a remote church in the frozen hills of the Mugello. Lost for five centuries, the painting not only rewrites art history, but takes her on a dark journey through her own subconscious, to meet the man who concealed it hundreds of years before.
Pietro from Palermo
A charming Children’s story written by Stef-Albert Bothma and illustrated by Natasha Pimanova. As a direct inspiration of a specific visit to Palermo by Stef-Albert himself, the story is about a plump Italian boy named Pietro who could not stop eating pasta. He dreams about pasta and always wanted more. Putting on a lot of weight, he is helped by a magical parrot who teaches him about moderation and balance. A delightful story with beautiful illustrations, Pietro from Palermo teaches children the importance of balance in life. One can enjoy it all, as long as you do so in balance.
An Act of Faith
The settling of the American West remains an indelible panorama in the world of the imagination. Pioneers. Cowboys. Indians. The movement of American hegemony across a wild and untamed continent created frictions and power struggles that reverberate to this day. “AN ACT OF FAITH”, a collection of short stories and visions from that era, encompasses all the magic, pathos and moral courage it took for a people to progress and a land to change.
Italian Art Today
Every tourist traveling throughout Italy is consumed and saturated by the rich and miraculous heritage of Italian art throughout the centuries. But few are aware of the equally talented artists living and working in Italy today. This incredible publication takes us into the studios and collections of artists and sculptors as a window into their worlds.
The Tuscan Kitchen
A mouthwatering collection of recipes and cooking tips from the heart of Tuscany. Along with beautiful photography and quotes of wisdom surrounding the art of cooking, this publication is a must in the kitchen of every amateur and professional.
Masters & Mentors
A retrospective of the great living artists of the 21st Century. With so many publications on the market about historic artists through the centuries, OmniLibris sheds light on the living artists of today who also happen to be incredible teachers. As part of the Masters & Mentors Educational Platform both online and live, this publication sheds awareness of the Masters & Mentors of today, paving the way for Masters & Mentors of tomorrow.
Ñawi Coloris
Ñawi Coloris, meaning “Eye of Colors” in a blend of Quechua and Latin-inspired language, invites readers into the vibrant world of artist Sofía Toribio. Spanning from 2010 to 2024, this collection of paintings captures the essence of everyday life as seen through Toribio’s unique, colorful perspective—from her early years in Argentina to her more recent work in Italy. Each canvas transforms moments of daily life into a celebration of color and culture, revealing the beauty in ordinary scenes and experiences.