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Were dedicated to giving you the very best assistance in becoming a published author. Meetse a bophelo the water of life is a social entrepreneurship imprint of bk publishing that aims to foster a love for books and reading, as well as build literacy levels and empower currently disadvantaged communities in south africa. Mqwebu and through the eyes of an african chef does south africa and quickfox publishing proud. But it also means that you have to take responsibility for the success of your book, and while this can seem daunting to new authors, again in our small market, individuals have relatively easy access to. Religious publishers lighting the way south african book fair. Boutique books self publishing editing publish own book. In the second part of the made in africa series, i am talking to a few. New africa books, incorporating david philip publishers. Want to hear more about books from pan macmillan south africa. Quickfox publishing is a leading custom publishing company in south africa. Printing of 100 copies, including delivery costs to a main centre in south africa. We offer a professional onestop book publishing service, as well as standalone editorial, graphic design, typesetting, production, printing, ebook and distribution services for authors and companies who seek professional input, highquality production, and a team who is willing to go the extra mile.
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