An independent bookshop in Makhanda
Books chosen by people who read them
Every book on our tables has been read by one of us first. Tell us what you loved last and we will find what you should read next.
Staff picks this month
Four books we keep pressing into people's hands.
Browse the shelves
Start where you like. We have chairs if you want to stay a while.
How we chooseRead by us Special orders Gift wrapping
We would rather stock forty books we love than four thousand we have not read
A small shop means small tables, so every book has to earn its place.
Usually in five days
Always free
At the shopMonthly
Come for a book, stay for the evening
Three things happen every month. All of them are free, and the kettle is always on.
Reading club
Last Tuesday of the month at 6pm. One book, a pot of tea and a lot of opinions.
Author evenings
A writer reads, answers questions and signs books. Seats fill up, so let us know you are coming.
Saturday storytime
Picture books on the rug at 10am for children aged three to seven. Grown-ups get coffee.
For young readers
Bundles chosen by age, so you do not have to guess.
FAQ
Ordering books from us
If it is in print, we can usually get it.
Can you order a book you do not have?
Yes. Send us the title or ISBN and we will order it in, usually within five working days. You only pay when it arrives.
What is a blind date with a book?
A novel wrapped in brown paper with three words on the front. Reply to your order email with what you usually enjoy and we pick to match.
Do you post books?
Anywhere in South Africa, in two to four working days. Orders over R500 are posted free.
Can I return a book I did not enjoy?
If it is unread and in perfect condition, swap it within 14 days. We cannot take back books that have been read.
Not sure what to give? A book token never disappoints
Spend it in the shop or online, on anything we sell, for a full year.