About Belle's Books

Welcome to Belle's Books – where every book has a story, and every reader finds their next adventure.

Belle's Books is a small, family-inspired business born from a lifelong love of reading, nurtured by my parents and grandparents. As an only child, I spent countless holidays at my grandparents’ home, playing “library”—organizing books and imagining helping others discover their perfect read.

Over the years, that early passion grew into something bigger. What began as a small stall at local markets blossomed into a charming bookshop near the peaceful Bullfrog Pan and a thriving online store.

As of December 2024, we’ve embraced the next chapter of our journey by moving fully online, ensuring we can continue to bring you a curated selection of secondhand books wherever you are.

Thank you for being part of our story. We can’t wait to help you find your next great read!

Each book on our shelves has a past, waiting to be rediscovered, and our selection is always growing with weekly updates

At Belle's Books, you’ll find:

  • A Wide Range of Genres – From classics and historical fiction to mysteries and memoirs, we stock books for every type of reader.
  • Mystery Book Boxes – Our themed book boxes are perfect for readers wanting a new experience, with our first theme focusing on Afrikaans Historical Fiction, available through December.
  • A True Book-Lover's Community –

We’re thrilled to help you find your next great read and hope you feel at home with us.

THE MEANING BEHIND THE BELLE'S BOOKS NAME

Belle's Books takes its name from the beloved character Belle in Beauty and the Beast. Inspired by her love for reading and the enchanting library depicted in the film, our bookstore aims to capture the magic of literature and the joy of exploration found within its pages. Just as Belle found solace and adventure in her books, we invite readers to embark on their own literary journeys within our cozy sanctuary of stories.