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Writers sometimes need support to write, opportunities to learn more and get feedback before submitting a manuscript for publication. As well ways to connect with other writers. Here are some suggestions: There are many universities in South Africa that offer degrees in creative writing. Check out the links here. Rhodes University, Wits University, UCT, University […]
From Colleen’s desk Launching the movie tie-in edition of Snake by Tracey Farren, was a highlight this year! I was reminded that Tracey’s writing, the manuscript of Whiplash, which became her first book, published by Modjaji in 2008, is what made me decide to become a full-time publisher. I couldn’t put the manuscript down, I […]
Yes, October is busy and buzzing: we have reprints coming up, your submissions questions answered & a publisher’s Monday morning before 10am From Colleen’s Desk October is a busy month for us, there is lots to do before Dezemba. Launches across the country. We’ve just reprinted some of our favourite back list titles. New titles […]
Our submissions are open from September 1st, 2025 until the end of November 2025 Submit your work via this portal. We publish the work of southern African women writers. In this submission period we will be accepting novels, short story collections, memoir, collections of essays, narrative non-fiction. Please note: We aren’t accepting […]
In this issue we say a big thank you, look at one of our books crossing borders, a new longlist honour, & your chance to submit. (We publish our newsletter on Substack first, you can reply or ask questions if you follow us there.) From Colleen’s desk Dear friends, supporters and book-lovers Firstly, thank you […]
