Jonathan Ball Publishers
Jonathan Ball Publishers are the leading publishers and distributors of English general books in South Africa, specialising in South African history, politics and current affairs.
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Join Ted Botha at Love Books for the launch of his new book Hollywood on the Veld: When Movie Mayhem Gripped the City of Gold (7 May)
Jonathan Ball Publishers and Love Books invite you to the launch of Hollywood on the Veld: When Movie Mayhem Gripped the City of Gold by Ted Botha.
Listen to the new episode of Pagecast! James Whyle discusses his highly original new memoir We Two From Heaven
This week on Pagecast, the podcast from Jonathan Ball Publishers, Jeremy Boraine sits down with acclaimed author James Whyle to discuss his latest literary work, We Two From Heaven.
Don’t miss the launch of Ted Botha’s new book Hollywood on the Veld: When Movie Mayhem Gripped the City of Gold (17 Apr)
Jonathan Ball Publishers and The Book Lounge invite you to the launch of Hollywood on the Veld: When Movie Mayhem Gripped the City of Gold by Ted Botha.
We Two From Heaven by James Whyle – a highly original and bitter-sweet memoir exploring war, loss, memory and belonging
James Whyle’s We Two From Heaven is a haunting memoir that unravels memory like music – out now from Jonathan Ball Publishers.
[Listen] The new episode of Pagecast is out now! The Lions’ Den by Iris Mwanza – a moving story of corruption, injustice and courage
In this episode of Pagecast, the podcast from Jonathan Ball Publishers, Sewela Langeni is in conversation with Iris Mwanza about her gripping debut novel, The Lion’s Den.
New book alert! Fading Footprints: In Search of South Africa’s First People by Jose Manuel de Prada-Samper
Fading Footprints: In Search of South Africa’s First People by José Manuel de Prada-Samper is out now from Jonathan Ball Publishers.
Pacy and light – the perfect holiday read – find out more about Khaki Fever by Lindsay Norman!
Khaki Fever by Lindsay Norman is chick lit in khaki, offering pure escapism with the perfect combination of romance and drama, spiced with laugh-out-loud moments.
Don’t miss the launch of Jo Watson’s spicy new rom-com The Ex Effect in Joburg (8 Apr)
Jonathan Ball Publishers and Exclusive Books invite you to the launch of The Ex Effect by Jo Watson!
‘Arrival in the Cape’ – Read an excerpt from John Stewart’s new book Sir Herbert Baker: A Biography
Jonathan Ball Publishers has shared an excerpt from Sir Herbert Baker: A Biography by John Stewart.
Don’t miss the launch of White Supremacy: A Brief History of Hatred by Gavin Evans at The Book Lounge (18 Mar)
Jonathan Ball Publishers and The Book Lounge invite you to an evening of insightful conversation with Gavin Evans, author of White Supremacy: A Brief History of Hatred, in conversation with Zackie Achmat.
Justin Fox will be at Liberty Books in Elgin to launch his new thriller Hell Run Tobruk (18 Mar)
Jonathan Ball Publishers and Liberty Books invite you to an evening with Justin Fox, author of Hell Run Tobruk.
Out now! Dream Count – the new novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Dream Count is the searing, exquisite new novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – the bestselling and award-winning author of Americanah and We Should All Be Feminists – the story of four women and their loves, longings and desires.
In the latest episode of Pagecast, popular dating coach Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela chats about her new matter-of-fact guide to the dating scene
This week on Pagecast, the podcast from Jonathan Ball Publishers, Ndizwanga Nemanashi is in conversation with Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela about The Dating Playbook: How to Win at Mjolo and Love.
Join John Stewart at The Book Lounge for the launch of his compelling new book Sir Herbert Baker: A Biography (17 Mar)
Jonathan Ball Publishers and The Book Lounge invite you to an evening with John Stewart, author of Sir Herbert Baker: A Biography.
Listen to the new episode of Pagecast! Shameez Patel chats about her new book Playing Flirty
This week on Pagecast, the podcast from Jonathan Ball Publishers, Qarnita Loxton is in conversation with Shameez Patel about her latest book, a geeky romantic comedy called Playing Flirty.
‘Meticulous and enlightening’ – Find out more about White Supremacy: A Brief History of Hatred by Gavin Evans
White Supremacy: A Brief History of Hatred by Gavin Evans is out now from Jonathan Ball Publishers!
Don’t miss a Dating Masterclass at Exclusive Books Rosebank with Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela (24 Feb)
Join Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela, author of The Dating Playbook: How to Win at Mjolo and Love, for a Dating Masterclass in Johannesburg!
Dating is an extreme sport! Find out more about The Dating Playbook by Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela
The Dating Playbook: How to Win at Mjolo and Love by Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela is out now from Jonathan Ball Publishers!
Don’t miss a geeky quiz night to celebrate the launch of Playing Flirty by Shameez Patel (18 Feb)
You’re invited to a geeky quiz night to celebrate the launch of Playing Flirty by Shameez Patel!
NEW from Elizabeth Gilbert! All the Way to the River: Love, Loss and Liberation
All the Way to the River: Love, Loss and Liberation by Elizabeth Gilbert will be out in September 2025 from Jonathan Ball Publishers!