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Pasa is the largest publishing industry body in south africa, committed to creativity, literacy, the free flow of ideas and encouraging a culture of reading. Want to hear more about books from pan macmillan south africa. In infoisinfo we want to help you to achieve your dream so we have prepared a list of book publishing companies in south africa that we hope you. Books hold knowledge, experiences of enlightened minds, saving and preserving their thoughts and experiences for the benefit of others, both in the now and in the future. Publishing books that matter, for all south africans. During this time i have formed close friendships with. If you love reading and writing and you dream of finding your own book among the ones from your favourite authors in a book store.

Bumble books of noordhoek was among many publishing. Books and publishing department of sports, arts and culture. Christian booksellers of south africa and christian book distributors have strong web presences linking publishers, wholesalers and retailers, distance educators, churches and individual buyers. The publishers and distributors listed on this page are publishers and distributors in africa and around the world that either focus exclusively on africarelated books or publish a significant number of books on. New generation publishers pasa member pasa publishsa. Visit the sa department of healths website for covid19 updates.

Art publishers is a south african company specialising in publishing, product creation, souvenirs, merchandising and distribution. South africa non fiction books meet your next favorite book. Do you dream of writing and publishing your own book in kwazulu natal region. Who can i consult if i have general enquiries about publishing in south africa. The new company, known as random house struik pty ltd, brought together two of the countrys most prominent book publishers under the. Van schaik book publishers company information department contacts. View 141 suppliers of book publishers in south africa on including nam publishers cc, macmillan publishers services pty ltd, media24 ltd, the citizen ltd. The publishers association of south africa aims to. If you love reading and writing and you dream of finding your own book among the ones from your favourite authors in a book.

South african magazines cover stories, in this issue, competitions, promotions. Publish a book with penguin penguin books south africa. New africa books, incorporating david philip publishers. Black letter media publishes authors not only in south africa, but other african nations such as zimbabwe, uganda, kenya, tanzania and nigeria, among others.

I shall advise on packaging and delivery in south africa depending on the number of books ordered. A south african company was named the best childrens publisher on the continent at the bologna childrens book fair in italy. Overseas, publishers often work exclusively through agents and will reject unsolicited manuscripts. Electronic versions of your full manuscript should be in one file and not separate chapters. International publishers association ipa country report. You can contact the publishers association of south africa pasa on 021 4252721 who will be able to answer most questions on publishing and publishers in the country. We have a big heart for childrens literacy and imaginations in south africa. Manuscript submission verity publishers south africa. In 2000, miemie du plessis was appointed the childrens book publisher, and she started the. We are a boutique publishing house and online bookstore for childrens books and youngadult literature in cape town, south africa. Boutique books self publishing editing publish own. It is the most prolific publisher of childrens books in south africa.

With a focus on publishing new african writers, black letter media, which was founded by duduzile zamantungwa mabaso in 2011, produces both print books and ebooks. Religious publishers lighting the way south african book. The book, how to get your book published in 30 relatively easy steps by basil van rooyen penguin books south africa is also a valuable source for south african authors. Imagnary house is a boutique publisher and bookstore with a special focus on childrens books. Kwarts publishers recently had the privilege of helping the year old tshiamo to selfpublish her first book, the adventures of. In august 2008 random house south africa and struik publishers announced their merger to create a significant new player in the african book publishing industry. Verity publishers is currently developing juvenile fiction and nonfiction titles with special preference for works written in line with south african dept of basic educations caps. The adventures of malawi, a debut novel by young author tshiamo noko. We specialise in south african history, politics and. Printing of 100 copies, including delivery costs to a main centre in south africa. For the past thirty years i have had the extraordinary good fortune to travel frequently through rural southern africa and south africa in particular.

In this post, we listed book publishers in south africa. Unit 6, flamingo industrial park, unit 6, 8391 intersite ave, umgeni business park, durban, 4091 province. The top 5 mistakes south african authors make when self. But it also means that you have to take responsibility for the. Pasa is the largest publishing industry body in south. Partridge africa helps writers celebrate africas vibrant culture and storytelling history through a wide range of publishing products and services. Pages in category book publishing companies of south africa the following 8 pages are in this category, out of 8 total. Far too few south african authors find their writing being celebrated. Lists all south african magazines, international magazines, imported magazines and comics. Kwarts publishers recently had the privilege of helping the year old tshiamo to selfpublish her first book, the adventures of malawi bizzaro alliance. In this book, miriam depicts three contrasting worlds. Jacana media book publishing company in south africa.

According to the industry survey released by the publishers association of south africa pasa in 2006, the south african book sector records a staggering r5 billion netturnover. Pasa is the largest publishing industry body in south africa, and is committed to creativity, literacy, the free flow of ideas and encouraging a culture of reading. How can i find the best publishing companies in south africa. Find opening hours, phone number, address and more information of best book publishers in south africa. List of book publishers in south africa south africa lists. Where to find the best publishing companies in south africa. In south africas small market, where even bestsellers do not equate to huge numbers of books sold, selfpublishing makes financial sense.

We specialise in south african history, politics and current affairs. We will arrange your isbn from the national library of south africa, and will also have it generated as a barcode for the back cover of the book. Book publishers of south africa list of book publishing. Do you dream of writing and publishing your own book in bloemfontein. Publishing opportunities for all the opportunity to publish. Bumble books named africas best childrens publishers. A few tips on getting published exclusive books blog. Operating for over 60 years, we are experts in the field with a solid foundation of clients and suppliers. The 10 best book publishers in kwazulu natal region. Bookstorm is a boutique book publishing company offering focused experience and innovation in the creation of books for the south african market. Book publishers in eastern cape gumtree classifieds in.

There are plenty of literary agents and publishers in south africa keen to make your project take form into publications, whether you want to. In between school, writing and all her other activities, she made some time to answer a few questions about herself and her writing. Publishing literature in southern africa publishers weekly. In south africa, many publishers accept manuscripts directly from writers. This article will take a good look at the top 5 mistakes made by south african authors who selfpublish their book. Books are an important part of the growth and development of any culture. The english language publishers closest to everyones heart in south africa are david and marie philip, who began david philip publishers in 1971 during the darkest days of censorship.

Promote and protect the rights and responsibilities of the publishing sector in south africa. Jonathan ball publishers also act as agents for british and american publishers, marketing and distributing books on their behalf in southern africa. Pasa, publishers association of south africa po box 18223 wynberg cape town 7824 south africa phone. South africa, the drc and kenya, all drawn together by one common thread.