Academic e-Textbooks

World-class digital learning for schools, higher education and professionals

At Van Schaik Bookstore, we believe great education should be accessible anytime, anywhere. That’s why we’ve invested in cutting-edge eTextbook technology tailored to the needs of students, academics, researchers, and libraries.

Why choose Van Schaik e-textbooks?

No more boring PDFs. Our e-textbooks are interactive, easy to use, and available online or offline on your PC, tablet, laptop, or smartphone.

Enjoy features like:

  • Single sign-on access for all your books.
  • Download to any device for offline study.
  • Share highlights and notes with classmates or lecturers.
  • Local customer support for tech help or questions.

Need help? Call 08600 STUDY (78839) or use the live chat on vanschaik.com.

Explore our platforms

VitalSource®

An international leader in e-learning, VitalSource makes reading and studying flexible and interactive.

  • Get started at vanschaik.vitalsource.com.
  • Free trial titles available on request.
  • Download the VitalSource app for iOS, Android, or Windows.

If you don’t see the eBook you need, email us at vsorders@vanschaik.com with the title and ISBN.

Snapplify

Locally developed and perfect for school learners (CAPS & private K–12), Snapplify is ideal for a mobile-first study experience. Visit our Snapplify Store here.

SmartSWOT – Built for African classrooms

Our very own premium digital learning ecosystem, designed for institutional rollouts.

  • Create a flipped classroom experience.
  • Add videos, worked examples, quizzes, and custom notes.
  • Lecturers and facilitators can track progress via analytics.
  • Accessible via app or browser at smartswot.com.

Best for universities, schools, and large training programs. Not recommended for basic phones.

Download the SmartSWOT info guide here.

Always available 24/7

Whether it’s midnight revision or a last-minute download, your books are ready when you are. Choose the platform that fits your learning style and start building your digital library.

Before you buy try first

We recommend testing your preferred eReader app before purchase. Page numbers and formats may vary by device and screen size (some may display as “infinite scroll”).

Need printed books instead? No problem, we’ll deliver most titles within 3 working days to major cities in South Africa.

Support when you need it

Need help choosing or using your eTextbook?