# Blackbird Books

- **Website:** <https://blackbirdbooks.africa>
- **Primary alias:** `blackbirdbooks.africa`
- **Founded:** 2015
- **Employees:** 2+
- **Location:** Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
- **Company kind:** PRIVATELY HELD

## Description

BlackBirdBooks is a groundbreaking brand that focuses on publishing stories that delve into the core of the African experience. Founded in August 2015 by publisher Thabiso Mahlape, BlackBirdBooks has established itself as a platform for brilliant authors, with a particular emphasis on young black authors. The brand aims to give these authors the opportunity to share the wealth of their African experiences through storytelling, offering a launchpad for narratives that may otherwise go unnoticed. With a dedication to authentic and diverse stories, BlackBirdBooks has attracted a wide range of readers across different demographics. Their presence in the South African literary landscape has sparked a renewed interest in literature, as seen in the growing popularity of book clubs and the emergence of self-published authors. By pushing boundaries and championing underrepresented voices, BlackBirdBooks has become a beacon of creativity and a catalyst for change in the publishing industry. Stay connected with BlackBirdBooks by subscribing to their newsletter and being part of their inspiring journey.

## Industries

- 🍿 Books and Literature _(under Arts and Entertainment)_
- 🍿 Arts and Entertainment

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idGG-5y3yg/w/180/h/180/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778231082808)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alabaster | #f8f8f8 | light |
| Cod Gray | #111111 | dark |
| Loulou | #3e0d3d | accent |

## Fonts

- Open Sans — asset _(google)_
- Open Sans — asset _(google)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idGG-5y3yg/w/1500/h/500/id95mS-YUR.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1685361731398)

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