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The Velds Story Circle

Botswana • Eswatini • Kingdom of Lesotho •

Namibia • South Africa.

£27.99

Experience over 2-months. 

  • 2 all-new curated reads.

  • Longlist with insights.

  • Free Online Events. Silent Reading Clubs.

  • Book Club Discussions.

  • Members Only Community.

200+ hrs of research. Debates. Insights from local booksellers. 

We put in the work. So you get a truly guided experience. 


Doors close 26th April.

"This is a really great idea and will become 

the new book club to discover the world! 

Ava. Founding Member.


the Velds await

Region opens 1st July.

We explore the region where ancient rhythms meet a sharp, modern literary edge.

Here, oral heritage bleeds into the written word, creating a unique "lyrical prose" that feels both ancient and fresh.

Whether it’s the multilingual hum of a town café or a quiet village, the Velds offer a lyrical journey where every landscape tells a unique story.

the Journey

Bookish Region Guides. Reading List. Community. Books.

  • 1. Exploration begins

    We introduce the region, themes, and context. Notes from conversations with local booksellers, influencers and curators. 

  • 2. The Longlist revealed

    15 - 20 contemporary books that capture the storytelling traditions of the region. Powerful, lesser-known books.

  • 3. Curated Shelf

    6 standout titles. Carefully shortlisted. Detailed Content.

  • 4. The Readers Room

    Each book is read, reviewed, and debated by our panel of readers.

  • 5. The Final Three

    We select the three books that you will finally choose from and discuss.  

  • 6. Book Club & Events Open

    Your books arrive. Events begin.

the Journey

Bookish Region Guides. Reading List. Community. Books. 

  • 1. Explore

    We immerse ourselves into the region’s literature. Listening to local booksellers, influencers and curators. 

  • 2. Reading List

    12–15 contemporary books that capture the storytelling traditions of the region.

  • 3. Curated Shelf

    Our Editors curate an edit of 6 books.

  • 4. The Readers Room

    Each book is read, reviewed, and debated by our panel of readers.

  • 5. Final Two

    We select the two books that you will receive. 

Anticipated by our Early Readers

"Love the books I've been given to review, and these aren't even the shortlist."

Henry, the Box Reader

"I think this is a really great idea and will of become a new book club!"

Ava, Founder Member

"I like the concept. Looking forward to reading fiction from the Majority World."

Emily, Founder Member

Your membership impacts the world

Each edition of the Box supports

Independent publishers. Lesser-known authors.

Emerging local artists from across the Majority World.

A curious, new global reading movement.

FAQ'S 

When will I receive my first Box?
The Story Circle opens 1st July.. The Box will ship on 02nd Aug 2026.

What do I get immediately?

You will get access to the digital Story Circle with exclusive content, events and community members. 

Is shipping free?

Yes, UK shipping is free for all Boxes.

Can I cancel anytime?
Absolutely! You can cancel anytime you want from your account section online. Not ready for the next region? You can skip from an e-mail.