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Bridge Books

LitDistrict map (fold-out)

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Publishing at Bridge Books

Our titles focus on new children's books in local languages, and on new editions of classic South African texts that were once banned or forgotten.

  • How to get published

    Got a story you want to get into the world? We offer a quick overview of how the process works, whether you want to find a traditional publisher or go your own way

    Intro to publishing workshops 

  • Producing your book

    Got a story already written? We can type, design and guide your book through the printing process. Book a time with one of our team to find out more.

    Book a free consultation 

  • Writing, editing, and translating

    Our team also works with all kinds of organizations to tell their stories effectively -- whether that's profiling a success story or making your corporate documents presentable.

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Johannesburg Literary District

  • Library Gardens

    We're working with City Parks to fill Library Gardens with indigenous plants.

    Volunteer 

  • Neighbourhood map

    The city is confusing when you don't know where you're going. Our wall and pocket maps demystify Joburg.

    Advertise or get a copy 

  • Street Libraries

    Our Street Libraries in Soweto and Alexandra provide free books at community centres.

    Donate 

  • Cleaning

    Working with the Social Employment Fund, we have more than 50 people cleaning our neighbourhood's streets every day.

    See how to help 

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  • Libraries across the city need help

    Libraries across the city need help

    I somehow missed this from the amazing Aarti Bhana at Mail&Guardian, who spent ages looking into the state of libraries across the city. In addition to City Library, others around the city...

    Libraries across the city need help

    I somehow missed this from the amazing Aarti Bhana at Mail&Guardian, who spent ages looking into the state of libraries across the city. In addition to City Library, others around the city...

  • LitDistrict in BBQ Magazine

    LitDistrict in BBQ Magazine

    A little jaunt into the Wayback Machine, but still loving this article about the LitDistrict from Black Business Quarterly, better known as BBQ magazine Check out their online edition with...

    LitDistrict in BBQ Magazine

    A little jaunt into the Wayback Machine, but still loving this article about the LitDistrict from Black Business Quarterly, better known as BBQ magazine Check out their online edition with...

  • Help make City Library beautiful

    Help make City Library beautiful

    The fire safety at City Library requires a very large water tank, and the only place to put it is outside the front of the library. There's a call for...

    Help make City Library beautiful

    The fire safety at City Library requires a very large water tank, and the only place to put it is outside the front of the library. There's a call for...

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