Solette Swanepoel

Solette Swanepoel is an experienced publisher with a focus on fiction and children's literature. Currently serving as Publisher for Fiction at Media24 (Pty) Ltd since June 2017, Solette manages the publishing list for Tafelberg, oversees high-stake projects, and fosters relationships with stakeholders. Prior experience at LAPA Uitgewers from January 2013 to May 2017 includes roles as Publisher, Editor, and Marketer for children's books, where Solette was responsible for identifying publishing projects and managing timelines and budgets. Solette's education includes a recent degree in User Experience Design from the University of Cape Town and multiple qualifications from Stellenbosch University, including a Master of Arts in Afrikaans and Dutch and a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing.