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Only Good Things Book 3: A Yellow-Bound Reminder That Hope Is Still Here

A Series Built on Positivity

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In a media landscape often dominated by breaking news, bad news and burnout, the Only Good Things book series has quietly carved out a space for optimism. What began as a single good-news platform has, over the years, evolved into a trilogy that captures South Africa at its most human. 

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Looking Back on Book 1 and Book 2

The first Only Good Things book introduced readers to the idea that positive stories deserve just as much attention as headlines filled with crisis. Bound in red, Book 1 set the tone: everyday South Africans doing extraordinary things, often without recognition, and communities choosing compassion in small but powerful ways. 

Book 2 followed in orange, expanding on that foundation with more depth, scale and emotional range. It reflected a country navigating uncertainty, yet still anchored in generosity and resilience. By the time readers reached the second instalment, the series had cemented itself as more than a collection of feel-good stories — it was a record of collective hope. 

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A Familiar Face to Our Readers

Good Things Guy founder Brent Lindeque is no stranger to our pages. As the cover star of our Spring Edition 2025, Lindeque embodied the very ethos that has defined his platform for over a decade — optimism with substance, positivity with purpose. His cover feature explored the power of good news in a fast-paced digital world, offering readers a deeper look at the man behind the movement and reaffirming why his voice continues to resonate so strongly with South Africans. 

The Yellow Chapter: Book 3 Arrives

Only Good Things Book 3 continues this journey, arriving wrapped in yellow — a fitting symbol of warmth, energy and renewal. At 132 pages, the hardcover edition features 100 carefully curated stories that spotlight kindness, courage and the quiet heroism found in everyday life. 

This third instalment feels particularly reflective. The stories acknowledge difficult realities without lingering on them, instead focusing on the moments where people step up, reach out and choose empathy. From neighbours rallying around families in need to strangers offering help without expectation, the book captures snapshots of South Africans quietly changing the world around them. 

Stories That Feel Personal

What sets Book 3 apart is its added layer of introspection. Alongside the familiar short-form stories, readers are introduced to reflective pieces from the Good Things Guy’s editorial team. These behind-the-scenes insights explore what it means to seek out good news in a world saturated with negativity — and why doing so is an act of resilience rather than denial. 

Founder Brent Lindeque’s presence throughout the book remains warm and grounded, offering perspective without preaching. His reflections reinforce the idea that optimism is a choice — one that requires intention, especially when hope feels fragile. 

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Visually, Only Good Things Book 3 is designed to be inviting. Bite-sized stories, uplifting quotes, new photography and “moments of good” make it easy to dip in and out, whether you’re reading cover to cover or opening a random page for a quick lift. 

Like the first two books, this edition works effortlessly as a coffee-table staple — the kind of book guests leaf through, conversations form around, and readers return to when they need grounding. 

Why This Series Still Matters

Three books in, the Only Good Things series continues to prove that positive storytelling isn’t fleeting or naïve — it’s essential. Book 3 doesn’t attempt to gloss over hardship or pretend everything is fine. Instead, it reminds us that even in challenging times, there is generosity, courage and goodness woven into daily life. 

As a trilogy, the books form a colourful archive of hope — red, orange and now yellow — each capturing a moment in South Africa’s ongoing story. Only Good Things Book 3 stands confidently alongside its predecessors, offering comfort, connection and a gentle reminder that good things are happening all around us — if we choose to notice them. 

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