Local Bookish Places I’ve grown to love
Supporting local is so close to my heart, this is a list of a few businesses and service providers within the bookish community in South Africa that I’ve come to know and love

The Local Book Hive
This is a beautiful online store, dedicated to giving South African independent authors a platform where readers can easily find them. The Hive is committed to providing excellent service and highly competitive royalty rates to its authors. They also have an amazing online book club where readers can connect and dive into local treasures.
The SA Indie Authors Association
If you’re an independent author in South Africa and you’re looking for a community where you can connect with other authors, learn a treasure trove of skills and get the support you so desperately need, then this is the place for you!


Shining the light for authors in the dark.
North Star is a comprehensive service provider that assists independent authors with everything, from editing to street team management. Their passion and knowledge truly make them outshine their competitors!

Graphics Queen
Book cover design, character art, social media, all the pretty things you could think of, Tarien is your girl. She’s an incredible artist with a heart of gold!
Siemie’s Art & Framing
Simone has a phenomenal talent for bringing the wierd and wonderful to life on canvas. All her art is hand drawn in pencil and I just don’t have the words to describe her talent, just go look!
