Justine Engelbrecht

Writer & Author

South Africa

Justine (J A. Engelbrecht) is a Johannesburg writer and published
author. Her published works include Two Willows – a collection of
poems, Adventures of Nala, a children’s picture book series. Studying
Made Fun, a Grade 7 study guide and an A5 Creative Journal & Weekly
Planner, all available on Amazon.
She has also published poetry and flash fiction on various online
platforms including Spillwords Press, Writers Monk Literary Magazine,
exquisitedeathezine.com and Mocking Owl Roost Art & Literary Magazine.

Portfolio

Published Paperbacks / Hardcovers

Flash Fiction - Published Short Stories

Short Story - Genre Psychological Horror - Primal Fear: Darkness Induced Imaginations. Published on https://www.exquisitedeathezine.com
09/02/2024
Today is Tuesday. by Justine Engelbrecht

I can see her walking into the coffee shop across the street. This is not the first time. My chest begins to tighten in my throat; every time I see her, it's like looking in the mirror from a distance.

Blog Posts for Ad Agency Client: Safehouse.

Safehouse Blog Post
03/25/2025
Safehouse Calls for Industry Clarity In 2025

Safehouse calls for industry clarity in 2025, addressing NRCS misinterpretations that lead to product stoppages and financial losses. The electrical industry demands clear regulations to ensure compliance and safety.

Blog Posts for Ad Agency Client: Bottomline IT.

Bottomline IT
07/25/2020
Website Content

Bottomline IT provides ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Services and Solutions in South Africa and throughout Africa.

Bottomline IT
03/14/2025
How IT Innovation Can Boost SME Growth & Profitability in 2025 - Bottomline IT

Discover how IT innovation can drive SME profitability in 2025. From seamless technology and automation to cybersecurity and data management, learn how to streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and boost business efficiency. Contact Bottomline IT for tailored digital transformation solutions.

Website Content Ad Agency Client

Tsbc
TSBC

We are the only specialist-owned collective, our practice management services ensures your practice thrives, we recognise that as a medical specialist, your priority is delivering exceptional patient care while managing the complexities of a private practice.

Linked In Newsletters

Linkedin
02/10/2025
MishMash Boom! ( This is entirely mine.)

MishMash Boom!! The Content vs AI debate continues. There are so many articles on LinkedIn rehashed; it's almost impossible for people not to feel obliged to get on the bandwagon.

Competitions

GLOBE SOUP Monthly Micro Finalist
2024
Restaurant - GLOBE SOUP

Finalist Globe Soup Micro Competition. Title: Restaurant

Substack Classical Bohemian Jay

Substack Classical Bohemian Jay
07/04/2025
Forever Together

Remembering our loved ones is important, as they are a part of who we are; they are integral to our nature, our fabric, and our very being.

Substack
- Classical Bohemian Jay

Welcome to Classical Bohemian Jay (so coined by fabulous divine friends). This week's title is ' dancing into the moment' I hope you enjoy my flash fiction.

Substack
What's in a poem.

There are two types of people, those that love poetry and those that misunderstand it.

Festivals

PODCAST Stripping Yourself Bare Poetry and Prose Readings by Justine Engelbrecht

Published Poetry

GLOBE SOUP
10/01/2024
Spotlights - GLOBE SOUP

Two Willows - A collection of Poems - Now on Globe Soup Spotlights Page.

Timeless Voices - The International Library of Poetry
2006
Poem - The Wise Man

The Wise Man - Received Editors Choice Award - Printed on Page 1

Meandering Paths - An Anthology of African Verse
2001
Circle of Love - Poem

Circle of Love Poem - Meandering Paths

Sincerely Yours - An Anthology of African Verse
2000
Poem - Senses of Freedom

Poem Published in Hard Cover Sincerely Yours - An Anthology of African Verse

Departing Dawn - Poetry Institute of Africa
2004
Poem - The Wise Man

Poem Published in Hard Cover Anthology of African Verse

Real Estate SEO Articles / Profiles written for the Seeff Group.

Seeff Property Group - Area Profile- Leisure Isle - Knysna
02/20/2024
Leisure Isle Area Profile

Leisure Isle is a residential suburb, one of the two island suburbs of Knysna. It is 6 km from the centre of Knysna. Discover more about the area here.

Seeff Property Group - Area Profile - Belvidere Estate
02/13/2024
Belvidere Estate Area Profile

Belvidere Estate at a glance Belvidere Estate is on the western side of Knysna, en route to Brenton-on-Sea. Belvidere has been established to resemble a typical English hamlet, set on the shore of the Knysna

Seeff Property Group - Area Profile - Pezula Golf Estate, Knysna
02/07/2024
Pezula Golf Estate at a glance

Pezula Golf Estate is situated on the eastern head of Knysna, which is coined the Jewel of the Garden Route. Holidaymakers, investors, and retirees...

Seeff Property Group - Area Profile - Broederstroom
01/30/2024
Broederstroom Area Profile

Broederstroom is a village situated beside the R512 on the southern foothills of the Magaliesberg in the Northwest Province of South Africa. It ...

Seeff Property Group - Area Profile- Durbanville Hills
01/23/24
Durbanville Hills in Western Cape Area Overview

Durbanville Hills is a suburb of Durbanville, situated in the northern suburbs of the Cape. It is a highly sought-after, affluent part of Durbanvil...

Seeff Property Group -Area Profile - Durbanville, Amanda Glen
01/11/2024
Amanda Glen in Western Cape Area Overview

Durbanville is a thriving area in the northern suburbs of Cape Town. It is the most coveted by young families wanting a modern lifestyle. This pict...

Seeff Property Group - Area Profile- Somerset Lakes
01/10/2023
Somerset Lakes Area Profile

Area Profile: Somerset West, Somerset Lakes Somerset West is nestled between the Helderberg Mountains, the renowned Cape Winelands, and False Ba...

Seeff Property Group -Area Profile- Ezulwini
12/01/2023
Ezulwini Area Profile

Ezulwini is situated in the Hhohho region of the Kingdom of Swaziland, which was renamed in 2018 to the Kingdom of eSwatini. The Ezulwini Valley - ...

Seeff Secunda | Seeff Property Group | Branch Profile
10/01/223
Seeff Secunda | Seeff Property Group | Branch Profile

Whether you are buying, selling or renting, our Seeff Property Group Secunda branch has got you covered with a range of properties and homes to choose from. Get in contact with us today!

Seeff Midlands | Seeff Property Group | Branch Profile
10/01/2023
Seeff Midlands | Seeff Property Group | Branch Profile

Whether you are buying, selling or renting, our Seeff Property Group Midlands branch has got you covered with a range of properties and homes to choose from. Get in contact with us today!

Seeff Blog - Richards Bay Branch
12/20/2023
One starfish at a time!

Zikulise is a movement focused on empowering 7000+ lives through free skills training. Join our mission in helping to uplift communities. #ZikuliseImpact

Seeff Property Group - Latest News - Strand Branch Article
10/15/2023
Shore to prosperity - The impact of the Strand Promenade on the property market

The captivating Strand promenade has left an indelible mark on property market values. The Strand Promenade, also known as Beach Road, was developed in the 1900's. The vision was to create a simple seaside walkway. Yet, it has evolved over the years to become a vibrant component of Strand's identity.

Seeff Property Group
Stellenryk Area | Seeff Property Group

Stellenryk surrounds Stellenberg High School, one of Cape Town's top schools.It is close to Stellenberg, a northern suburb in Cape Town, which is a part of the...

Seeff Property Group - Latest News - Midlands Branch Article
10/20/2023
The thriving property market combines with the charms of the Midlands Meander.

In the heart of KwaZulu Natal the serene Midlands Meander region captivates as a prime destination within South Africa. Situated with the Mooi River stretching beyond in the North, and at the foothills of the Drakensberg in the West. It is no wonder that areas like Hilton in the south and Karkloof east of the meander are in high demand.

Business Magazine Articles

TopBiz Magazine - Special Feature - Issuu
12/02/2014
For the Love of Coffee.

Warren Familiar of Eurphoria Artisan Coffee Bar & Roastery, shows us how to make the perfect espresso and educates us in the art of coffee and treat pairing.

Business - Topbiz Magzine - ISSUU
10/03/2014
TopBiz_Issue_01

Editor - TopBiz_Issue_01

Top Biz Magazine - Interview - Issuu
10/03/2014
Plug into the Current Future.

TopBiz Magazine asked Anthony English co-owner of FreedomWON (Pty) Ltd & Johan Bruwe Director of Chobe Game Lodge and owner of Freedom3, a few questions about electric vehicles and their benefits.

Topbiz magazine - ISSUU
12/02/2014
Topbiz issue 02

Founding Editor TOPBIZ Magazine

Linkedin
How important is it to produce content for your website?

Right back to the beginning, it has always been about content - our early websites, in South Africa specifically, where mistakenly designed as one to three page adverts of our businesses, but we very quickly caught on that the adage 'Content is King' is what reigns supreme, and nothing has changed.

Knysna Review
2009
Thesen Harbour

Thesen Harbour Town Knysna, Business Reviews

Travel Articles

Theatre Review - Linkedin
Hard not to 'really' laugh at this Show!

On the 31st March I was invited to the Opening night of The Play that goes wrong...it was one of those nights where I felt like my life was going wrong, as it was the night before publishing and anyone that is in publishing will tell you that this really it is not a good night to do anything, other th

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What makesTravelmagSA 'Fabulous'​!

TravelmagSA Finding Fabulous is a monthly digital magazine published by Cherry Berry Blue Publishing SA. The Finding Fabulous Blog provides views, news, travel and tourism industry related articles and posts, thereby keeping our readers up to date and informed.

TravelmagSA - Interview -Issuu
05/30/2014
World Travel Market Africa 2014

TravelmagSA attended the WTM Africa 2014 and took the opportunity to interview some of the top destinations exhibiting at the show.

TravelmagSA - Venue Review - ISSUU
10/01/2014
Forum Homini

Forum Homini - One of a Kind.

TravelmagSA - Venue Review - ISSUU
12/01/2014
Jozini Tiger Lodge & Spa

Read Travelmagsa issue 16 by TravelmagSA Finding Fabulous on Issuu and browse thousands of other publications on our platform. Start here!

Publishing Editor & Designer TravelmagSA Issue 04
11/30/2011
TravelMagSa Issue04

01 December 2011 - 01 April 2012

Motoring Magazine Articles

Environmental

Weddings

Publishing Editor - Issuu
05/05/2010
Brides Essence - Issue 01

The first issue brings you: True Life Weddings, 50 years of marriage, pieces of tradition and family heirlooms. From the dunes of Namibia to exotic destinations in Mozambique; South Africa's Kwazulu Natal Midlands, weddings in Johannesburg, the Little Karoo and the romance of the African Bushveld.

Publishing Editor - Issuu
10/01/2010
Brides Essence - Issue 02

This issue brings you a stunning fashion shoot by Professional Fashion Photographer Graeme Wyllie at the fabulous Palazzo Hotel, with the beautiful Carmen Pretorius and her MAMMA MIA co-star Stephen Jubber... prepare for them to Wow you in the latest SA bridal fashions from GF Bridal Couture.

Publishing Editor - Issuu
05/04/2011
Brides Essence - Issue 03

You are a woman of worth and this anniversary issue of Brides Essence celebrates women! We are incredibly excited to introduce you to our Charity of Choice the Breast Health Foundation and Perfectly Pink and we hope that together we can create awareness, educate men and women and save lives.

Publishing Editor - Brides Essence Issue 05 - ISSUU
05/31/2012
Brides Essence Issue 5

Publishing Editor of Brides Essence Issue 05

Publishing Editor Brides Essence Issue 07 - Issuu
11/29/2012
Brides Essence Issue 07

Brides Essence Magazine 01 December 2012 - 01 March 2013

Publishing Editor - Brides Essence Travel Issue 01 - ISSUU
05/01/2011
Brides Essence Travel - Issue 01

Our first issue brings you some beautiful destinations to consider for this special time of your lives and we hope that you will find the perfect location to relax, unwind, have fun and find adventure.

Sport

Restaurants Reviews

Educational

Amazon.com
08/02/2013
Studying Made Fun

Studying Made Fun Grade 7 - 12 Creating your perfect Study Space Things to do before Studying Planning Setting Goals Do I procrastinate? How do I motivate myself to study? Studying is made up of reading, writing and remembering. The first step is reading. Basic tips when reading information. The second step is writing. Make charts to help you study. The third step is remembering. Tips for Success.

Children's Short Stories Design and Writing

Blog Posts on Linked In

Linkedin
It is Fairtrade Coffee & Chocolate Week

Both coffee & chocolate start off as beans grown by small-scale farmers from around the world - just think - by the time you have had your breakfast chocolate muffin and cappuccino you have already relied on tens of thousands of these farmers to grow these essential beans.

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Why Reading is Important!

International Literacy Day is on the 8th September 2015, and in light of this I want to share with you ten reasons why reading is important.

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Join the Spending Freeze 2015!

This is definitely a fabulous idea, and I look forward to taking up the challenge! DebtSafe is challenging everyone to freeze spending for the first two weeks in September. Anyone and everyone, who's struggling to manage their finances is invited to join the DebtSafe Spending Freeze 2015 Challenge.

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Spoilt for choice in nature's garden.

Travel Limpopo By Justine Engelbrecht This past week-end I once again found myself in Limpopo province in the beautiful diverse Balule Nature reserve part of the Greater Kruger National Park, situated south west of Phalaborwa and north of Hoedspruit. Spending three full unspoilt days on the reserve

Spiritual Articles and Blog Posts

gatewaynews.co.za
06/03/2016
Joy and laughter at Kaleidoscope 2016

Cornerstone Church Bedfordview, in Morning Hill, Johannesburg, hosts the annual Kaleidoscope Women's Conference, and it is attended by women from all over the country. Women come together, away from their home environment and families, in friendship, fellowship and worship, to hear the invaluable messages and testimonies from the panel of [...]

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This is a time to shine...

This has been an incredibly busy time for me, and while it is over 50 days since I wrote a blog post, there is much on my heart at this time. This is not a time to be cynical, nor is this a time for platitudes, this is a time for realism.

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Enthusiasm

"I began to realise how important it was to be an enthusiast in life. If you are interested in something no matter what it is, go at it full speed ahead.

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Dealing with Criticism!

"How to overcome destructive criticism, just love a little more, that's all." Sri Chinmoy These are hard words to receive, when you are trying to deal with the intended criticism, the last thing that comes to mind is loving the criticizer more.

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Integrity vs Apathy

Integrity vs. Apathy We are entering a new chapter in our lives as a family, we have been teaching Children's Ministry for seven years, we have been living in the same house for seven years and we have been attending the same life group for seven years.

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Finding Hope at this time!

Hope itself is like a star - not to be seen in the sunshine of prosperity, and only to be discovered in the night of adversity. -- C.

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Providence

In session 3 we will talk briefly about Synchronicity, and Providence, I am an intuitive person by nature so I absolutely love this particular part of the journey.

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Reflections 21 Oct 2020

"Age is merely the number of years the world has been enjoying you." On the eve of my new first birthday, I want to share with you some reflections.

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FEAR

Fear by Justine Engelbrecht Fear is a very real subject, one I could avoid at all costs, and one I 'fear' negates my faith. Fear trembles beneath the surface, sometimes it burns and smoulders from deep within us, sometimes it festers even deeper, as if in the bottom of the well of our soul.

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Illness

It has taken me a couple of weeks to get the time to sit down and write, as my life is not entirely normal at the moment. To be honest, there are days when I think it will never be the same again.

Social Media Management & Design

Logo Creation
Logo Design

Logo Creation for Creative U (Pty) Ltd

Logo Creation
02/25/2025
Logo Design

Logo Creation for Personal

Creative Journal & Weekly Planner
05/01/2026
Book Cover Design

Book Cover Design - Creative Journal & Weekly Planner

Two Willows A collection of Poems
06/25/2025
Book Cover Design

Logo Creation for Personal

Poster Mumpy Moments
2023
Poster

Poster

Business Plans and Profiles

Justine in the Media