GIVING OLD STORIES NEW BEGINNINGS!

Our Story

Pick-A-Book is a welcoming independent bookstore serving the Witpoortjie community and readers across South Africa through both our physical store and online shop. We believe books have the power to inspire, educate, and bring people together — and our shelves reflect that belief.

Tucked away in Witpoortjie, Pick-A-Book is a true hidden gem where every visit feels like a treasure hunt. Our carefully curated collection includes a wide range of second-hand books, from fiction and non-fiction to gardening, self-help, dictionaries, children’s stories, teen reads, and war & history titles. We also stock brand-new children’s books, making us a favourite stop for young readers and parents alike.

But Pick-A-Book is more than just a bookstore. In-store, you’ll also find a selection of Christian T-shirts, Avon and Justine products, traditional boerseep, freshly baked cookies and rusks, and even pet essentials like dog food, cat food, and bird seed. There’s truly something for everyone.

For our online customers, we make shopping easy and convenient with nationwide courier delivery via Pudo, bringing your favourite reads straight to your door.

Whether you’re browsing in person, ordering online, or simply popping in for a treat, Pick-A-Book is a place where community, comfort, and a love for books come together.

Come for the books, stay for the goodies — there’s always something special waiting for you at Pick-A-Book.

“PICK-A-BOOK are such joy ... to be cherished, handled with pleasure, read and reread and handed down to the next generation”

♻️ The Beauty of Second-Hand Books

Second-hand books carry a special kind of magic. Each one has been loved before, turned page by page, and holds stories beyond the words printed inside. By choosing pre-loved books, you’re not only giving a story a second life — you’re helping to preserve knowledge, reduce waste, and keep the joy of reading accessible to everyone.

At Pick-A-Book, we take pride in offering quality second-hand books that are carefully selected and well cared for. Whether it’s a childhood favourite, a long-lost classic, or a book you never knew you needed, there’s something deeply rewarding about finding a treasure that’s already been part of someone else’s journey.

Every second-hand book you choose continues a story — and we’re honoured to help it find its next reader.

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