A Message From Awfully Bookish

We’re an online store for affordable second-hand books and original bookish stationery—all made with love for fellow bookworms.

Based in Krugersdorp and shipping across South Africa, we handpick every book for quality and value. Your literary picks can be paired with illustrated bookmarks, pens, and notepads designed just for readers.

Whether you're looking to build your home library or treat yourself to some cute stationery, you're in the right place!

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Book Watchlist

If you are looking for any specific books, just complete the form below with the name of the book and the author.

We will do our best to find the books you are looking for and let you know.

Book Watchlist Form

Our top picks

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Gardening

Short Cuts to great Gardens

Check out this book and others like it within the gardening genre.

Shop Gardening

Science and nature

South Africa's Wildlife Heritage

Browse through a variety of science or nature books

Science & Nature

book bundles

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Bundle

There are many book bundles available on the site. From crafts to educational guides and children's fiction. Shop for book bundles now...

Book Bundles