Written by: Willem Lombard
On the 23rd of April, we will be celebrating World Book and Copyright Day, a day to promote the enjoyment of books and reading. Few things can stimulate the mind and imagination as well as reading does.
I can remember when friends and family told me that reading books like Harry Potter and Twilight was actually better than going to see the movies based on these books. When you find a certain genre you like, whether fiction, horror, thrillers, romance, etc., it can be extremely rewarding to immerse yourself in reading the book and let your imagination run free.
To help you do this, we will look at some of the best places in Pretoria for book lovers and give you some guidance on where to find the perfect book for celebrating World Book Day.
Exclusive Books
There can be no denying that Exclusive Books is a fantastic place for book lovers to visit for an extremely wide variety of genres. Even if you do not really do a lot of reading, just being inside one of their many outlets across Pretoria makes you feel welcome and has a tranquil, warm, and calming ambience.
With stores in Montana, Menlyn, Brooklyn, Woodlands, Centurion, and even some airports, there is no reason not to pop in, sit in one of their cozy chairs, and page through a book. Some stores even have a coffee shop! They have an online store, and you can also find out more about them on Instagram or Facebook. Also, make sure to have a look at their events calendar, which is full of lovely events for all the current and future book lovers among us.
Exclusive Books in Centurion Mall will be celebrating World Book Day on the 23rd of April. To find out more about this event, you can click here. Please make sure to RSVP to avoid disappointment.
CUM Books
Whether you are looking for a book to help you grow your relationship with God, learn more about the Bible, or are looking for some inspiration for your daily life, CUM Books will have a book for you.
Started in 1939 by Freddie and Ria Crous, the aim of CUM Books is to spread the gospel through printed media. They have several stores throughout South Africa, with some of them in Brooklyn, Kolonnade, Hillcrest, and Centurion, perfect for the more spiritual book lovers among us who want to celebrate World Book Day.
For the book lovers, they also have “Blessings Benefits” where one can look forward to a 15% discount on selected new releases every month, 50% discount on the book of the week, savings during September Blessing Month, and special discounts during October Bible Month.
For any queries, you can follow them on Facebook, phone them on 0860 110 321, or send an email to [email protected]
Bargain Books
As South Africa`s leading discount book retailer, Bargain Books will have a book for every book lover without costing them an arm and a leg. You can find them in Brooklyn Mall, Centurion, Kolonnade, The Grove, and Woodlands, or find more information on Facebook and Instagram.
If you don`t know what to get for celebrating World Book Day, Bargain Books also has a blog where you can get more information about their book of the month and a short description of some books you might be interested in.
Also, remember to keep an eye on their social platforms to stay informed about frequent events like book signings and holiday events for kids.
Wordsworth Books
Situated in Menlyn Maine and Castle Gate Shopping Centre, Wordsworth Books has a fantastic selection and a wide variety of books for every book lover. From art, fashion, and photography books to stationery, gifts, and Happy Socks, there is something for everyone.
They host a variety of events for book lovers, like book launches and author signings, “book browse sessions” where readers can have a relaxed social gathering while browsing through a selection of books, as well as children`s events with character visits from The Gruffalo. To stay informed about these events and more, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
In conclusion, our local book stores in Pretoria do more than just sell books. With passion, they encourage reading among book lovers and host several events to stimulate the imagination and inspire future book lovers.