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Stay up to date on what we're up to, and how you can get involved.

Kid's Books

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Gifts, games and cool books

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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 80 people cleaning and gardening every day.

    See how to help 

What to read

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  • Photo of collection of books about FeesMustFall

    Reflecting on #FeeMustFall, 10 years later

    The #FeesMustFall protests broke out in 2015. From first-hand accounts to speculative re-imaginings, here's some books looking back at the student movement, 10 years later. Check out our picks here

    Reflecting on #FeeMustFall, 10 years later

    The #FeesMustFall protests broke out in 2015. From first-hand accounts to speculative re-imaginings, here's some books looking back at the student movement, 10 years later. Check out our picks here

  • ‘Decima is the Story of Two Mothers’: Interview with Eben Venter

    ‘Decima is the Story of Two Mothers’: Interview...

    Feature by Riley Hlatshwayo, Interview by Thando Mavuso Eben Venter’s Decima is a plea and a deeply personal reflection woven into one seamless narrative. It is a novel that blends...

    ‘Decima is the Story of Two Mothers’: Interview...

    Feature by Riley Hlatshwayo, Interview by Thando Mavuso Eben Venter’s Decima is a plea and a deeply personal reflection woven into one seamless narrative. It is a novel that blends...

  • LitDistrict on Carte Blanche

    LitDistrict on Carte Blanche

    We were so excited when Carte Blanche wanted to visit Bridge Books and the LitDistrict. We showed them our shop at the Barbican building, James Findlay Collectables at the Rand Club,...

    LitDistrict on Carte Blanche

    We were so excited when Carte Blanche wanted to visit Bridge Books and the LitDistrict. We showed them our shop at the Barbican building, James Findlay Collectables at the Rand Club,...

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