Independent publisher of original novels, freelance publishing services, and second-hand books.
Books
When Oceans Dream
The Seventh Kill
Publishing & Design Services
Professional publishing, design, and desktop publishing services for authors, businesses, organisations, and individuals. Whether you’re preparing a book for publication, creating a professional document, or developing your online presence, Simile Press provides practical, personalised support from concept to completion.
Services Offered
- Editing & Proofreading – Developmental editing, copy editing, proofreading, and manuscript assessment.
- Book Design – Cover design and interior page layout for both print and ebook editions.
- Desktop Publishing & Page Layout – Design and formatting of books, reports, manuals, newsletters, educational materials, and other documents.
- Print-on-Demand Publishing – Preparation of print-ready files and assistance with print-on-demand publishing platforms.
- Publishing Management – End-to-end guidance through the publishing process, including ISBNs, metadata, platform setup, distribution, and production management.
- eBook Publishing – Conversion, formatting, and publishing for major ebook platforms.
- Author Websites – Simple websites to help authors establish an effective online presence.
- Publishing & Writing Consultation – Practical advice and project planning tailored to your writing and publishing or design needs.
Contact me to discuss your project and receive a no-obligation quotation.
Second-hand Books
Pre-loved books in good condition — fiction, classics, and other titles.
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New stock added regularly.
About
Simile Press is the publishing face of Gerhi Janse van Vuuren. Gerhi is a former High School Art Teacher with a Masters degree in Drama Studies and undergraduate degrees in Fine Arts and Social Sciences. He has been writing fiction for more than twenty years and dabbling in self-publishing for almost as long.