About

Exclusive Books is South Africa’s leading bookstore, offering a curated selection of local and international titles across all genres. With a rich heritage rooted in a love for reading, we are more than just a bookstore - we are a cultural destination. Our stores are spaces where readers, thinkers, and storytellers come together to discover new worlds, share ideas, and celebrate the written word. Whether you’re looking for the latest bestseller, a timeless classic, or a thoughtful gift, Exclusive Books is where your next great read begins.

We opened our first store on King George Street in Johannesburg in 1951 and have since expanded to over 45 stores with one in Botswana, one in Namibia, and one that can only be found online at exclusivebooks.co.za. While we may be online, at heart we remain as we started out: a quirky local bookstore staffed by the keenest of readers and still crazy about books after all these years.