René van Zyl
Award-winning
South African Author
Stories that stay with you.
From heartwarming romance to gripping thrillers and unforgettable adventures, discover the books and stories of award-winning South African author René van Zyl.
Romance
Love, laughter, heartbreak and second chances. Stories that steal your heart, make you fall in love and stay with you long after the final page.
Children's Books
Magical moments, colourful characters and delightful adventures to inspire little imaginations.
Thrillers & Suspense
Dangerous secrets, shocking twists that keep you turning the pages. Thrilling tales that will surprise you & keep you guessing until the last page.
Christian Fiction
Stories of faith, hope, love and redemption, exploring life's challenges and the power of grace.
Young Adult
Daring adventures, unexpected twists, first loves and unforgettable characters. Stories for curious, courageous young minds.
Bible Bookworm Adventures
Journey into Bible times with exciting adventures that bring ancient stories to life.
Where to find my books
Penguin Random House / LAPA
Afrikaans novels in print and eBook editions.
Jonathan Ball / NB Publishers /
Prescribed for Grade 12 IEB/AET from 2026.
Amazon Kindle
Discover my growing collection of English & Afrikaans eBooks
Bible Bookworm Adventures
Learn the Bible through memory pictures & fun activities. English & Afrikaans.
Direct from the Author
Signed books, selected titles & Christian board games. Order directly from me.
Workshops, Talks & Author Events
Looking for a guest speaker or planning a writers' workshop?
I love talking about books, writing, faith and all the funny, wonderful and sometimes downright ridiculous things life throws at us.
And yes, I have a story or two to tell!
Whether you're planning a creative writing workshop, a fun and inspirational women's event,
a book club get-together, a book signing or a book launch, I'd love to join you.
Let's get together, share a few stories and have some fun!
Get in touch and let's chat.