Quiet sadness fills our hearts here at Books Crossing Borders at the news of Glenn's passing. He was a wonderful man who gave endless and enthusiastic support and wisdom to all who crossed his path. He will be truly missed and mourned.(Betty-Ann Crawford, Books Crossing Borders, USA)

Please pass our sympathy/condolences to the family of Glenn Cowley. May God give them the strength and comfort during this time and always. God Bless you all.(Hettie, Book Cottage, Plettenberg Bay)

Mary and I were shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Glenn’s death. He was a wonderfully lively and creative presence on the university campus, and did remarkable things at the University Press. He was always generous, open-minded, alert, good-humoured, energetic, thoughtful, bold and wise. That might seem an excessive stream of adjectives, but Glenn really did deserve them all. We are all poorer for his death.(Colin Gardner, ex-colleague)

It's tragic news, and so premature. The medical profession has another death on its hands.(Darryl Accone, Arts Editor, Mail and Guardian)

I can hardly take it in – it comes so unexpectedly. When I saw him last he was renovating their lovely new house in Parkhurst and settling into married life. What a shock this is.(David Attwell, author and ex-member of Press Committee)

Sorry to hear of Glenn's death. My sympathies to all who knew him.(Dennis Slotow, bookstore owner, Durban)

I am deeply shocked to learn of Glenn's death. He was a long-standing friend and great support in publishing.(Eddie Webster, author and friend)

Condolences from all of us at Fogartys Bookshop on the passing away of Glenn Cowley. Teresa remembers him very well, with great fondness.From all of us at Fogarty's Bookshop, our deepest sympathy. (Fogarty’s Bookshop, Port Elizabeth)

We were all fond of Glenn for his easygoing nature and boundless enthusiasm for exciting publishing.(Giles Mitchell, Retail Development Manager, Exclusive Books)

I had followed with relief and delight how Glenn had seemingly managed to open a new chapter in his life, with positive vibes and discoveries. This is devastating news. I will miss him and his red scarf. Book fairs will never be the same again.In thoughts with all of you.(Henning Melber, author)

Please convey my most heartfelt condolences to Glenn's family. I got to know Glenn when I was a deputy and (after a while) manager at Vincent Park, East London. He truly was a gentleman of the old school – there are not many men of such calibre around today. He was courteous, personable, highly intelligent and kind – a true gentleman.(Ian Humpel, Manager, Exclusive Books, Piazza St. John)

I remember Glenn well and valued his assistance.(Isabel Cooke)

That's very sad news. I had such a happy relationship with Glenn over the Stevenson-Hamilton book and always enjoyed seeing him.(Jane Carruthers, author)

Please pass on our sympathy and prayers are with all his family, friends and colleagues. I have known Glenn since my days at Sunny Park. He will be missed.(Janescka Blom, Manager, Exclusive Books, Constantia)

So sorry to hear about Glenn. He was a giant oak in the local publishing scene and will be greatly missed by the many authors and publishers who knew him.My deepest sympathies to his wife and family, and to his former colleagues at UKZN Press.(Jenny Hobbs, author and convenor of Franschhoek Literary Festival)

I last saw Glenn when we were in Johannesburg at Christmas-time. I can't say how really sad this makes me, for Glenn was not only an old friend, but I had worked closely with him for many years at the Press. (John Laband, friend, author and ex-member of Press Committee)

It's quite some time now that I first met Glenn, but I will always associate him with UKZN Press. Please convey my sincere condolences to his family.(Jonathan Aldridge, Frank R Thorold (Pty) Ltd, Johannesburg)

He was so nice to me and we worked so well together, this is terrible news.(Khosi Xaba, author/poet)

Please except my sincerest condolences on the passing of Glenn Cowley.(Lenny Gerson, ISBS – North American book distributors)

So sorry to hear about Glenn's passing.(Liesbet van Wyk, Senior Academic Publisher, Pearson)

How sad, how sad.(Louis Gaigher, Juta)

Please convey my personal condolences to Glenn's family. He and I had a special friendship. The last time I saw him was just about a year ago when he informed me that he was relocating to Johannesburg.May his soul rest in peace.(Mandla Buthelezi, Regional Manager, Oxford University Press Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd)

We're very sad about this at Zed. Condolences to Glenn's family.(Margaret Ling, Finance Director, Zed Books, London).

I had such a deep admiration for Glenn. He was really so excellent in so many ways and so generous.I saw him recently too. I needed advice last year and there he was, giving of his time and superb sense. He was respectful and perceptive and his kind do not come this way often.I will miss him too.(Maureen Isaacson, Books Editor, Sunday Independent)

Sad news, indeed.(Mike Chapman, author and ex-member Press Committee)

Extremely sorry to hear this. I was very fond of Glenn, a superb publisher, one whose enthusiasm for the profession was so engaging.(Michael Dwyer, Hurst Publishing, UK)

In the midst of the enormous sorrow I feel, there is gratitude at your thoughtful and deeply appreciated consideration in letting me know. Glenn was such an enormous presence: so much so, he will remain one for a long, long time in the lives of many. Once things have sunk in, I shall enquire as to how best to pass on my condolences.(Michael Green, author and ex-member of Press Committee)

I have learnt with sadness and regret about this tragic development. He was like an older brother and mentor to me.(Sandile Memele, Author of Flowers of the Nation)

Very sad indeed. He had a lot to still give. His was a fantastic mind and a joy to be around, even in his most opinionated moments there was a lucidity and passion that was mesmerizing. I first met him in Grahamstown in 1999 and he was with his most recent published poet, the genius Sandile Dikeni. It was like listening to an orchestra of highly passionate and compassion music, but made with words, beautiful words. Now silent.Condolences to his family.(Monica Rorvik, Centre for Creative Arts, UKZN )

I was truly upset to hear about Glenn. I was really fond of him, and of course he had been my publisher, way back in 2001. How very, very sad. My condolences to all of you at UKZN Press and to Glenn's family.

(Monica Seeber, author)

Glenn's death comes as a shock; I am so sorry. I performed the marriage ceremony for Glenn and Fiona, it seems like just a few months ago.(Ron Nicolson, author)

It was with great sadness that I received the news of Glenn's passing. Glenn was a good friend and my debts to him are many. Please convey my deepest condolences to his family.(Mtutuzeli Nyoka, author)

What terrible news... he was such a great guy and publishing hero. Debra, our thoughts are with you and the team.(Patrick Bond, author)

Indeed Glen was a good man and a good guide at UKZN Press when he was there. May you all be comforted as you process the news of his departure.(Radikobo Ntsimane, author)

Please will you convey my condolences to the family. I knew Glen from the 1960s.(Raymond Suttner, author and friend)

Oh no! Glenn was so lovely. The first time I met him colleagues of mine were at the table next to us in the restaurant and told me afterwards Glenn and I were staring into each other's eyes like lovers. I explained that was because we were talking about things we loved best.(Rehana Rossouw, Books Editor, Business Day)

I'm sad to hear; and the Press must be feeling bereft. Thinking of you.(Robert Greig, author/poet)

May his beautiful spirit rest in peace.(Sandile Ngidi, Editor, Baobab Journal)

That's very very sad news. The publishing world has lost a real character. (Sandy Shepherd, Publisher, UCT Press)

I am extremely saddened to hear of Glenn's passing away. I would like to convey my deepestcondolences to his loved ones.(Shabbir Banoobhai, poet/author)

It is with great sadness to have received the news.I shall remember Glenn as an enthusiastic person with vision, being dynamic and other talents all of which enabled me to have my book In Memoriam published by UKZN Press. There were frequent visits to UKZN Press and each time Glenn displayed his enthusiasm for something new /innovative to be applied for that forthcoming publication. He will be sadly missed.(Steve Watt, author)

He also inspired me to do illustrations for stories, and just last week my first children's story book (which I wrote and illustrated) was published. I was still planning to let him know about my book. I shall miss him.(Suset Maakal, illustrator)

So sorry to hear the sad news. I knew him well and enjoyed working with him.(Tessa Marcus, author)

That was a shock – such a short time after retiring.(Brian and Shelagh Spencer, authors)

We will slowly get to accept that our beloved friend Glenn has moved on. May his beautiful soul rest in peace. We are so greatly honoured to have been touched by his presence in our lives! All our love from this, our family, which has enjoyed so much love and friendship in the years we have known him.(Gcina Mhlophe, author/storyteller)

It is indeed sad.(Thomas Huffman, author)I'm so sorry to hear about Glenn's passing. Please keep strong together with everyone there at UKZN Press.(Tsholofelo Pelo, Producer, SAfm)

My family is friends with Glenn Cowley. We are deeply saddened by his passing.(Tsile Mabale)

Very sorry to hear of Glen's passing. Condolences to you and his family.(Tymon Smith, Books Editor, Sunday Times)

I cannot believe it! (Wendy Luhabe, author and friend)

During the process of the publication of my poetry collection, Not all of Me is Dust, he was always encouraging and enthusiastic and I so valued his commitment to the publication of the work. Please would you send my condolences to his family.(Moira Lovell, poet/author)

I just wanted to say how shocked and saddened I was to hear of the death of Glenn. He was a man of tremendous passion and commitment, and he will be missed.(Kobus Moolman, freelance editor, author/poet)

So sad to read about Glenn Cowley’s death yesterday. You must be devastated. So sorry.(Janet Van Eeden-Harrison, book reviewer)

I've just heard the news about Glenn. It's heartbreaking – and I'm sure neither you nor any of his close colleagues are faring particularly well this morning. Please accept my sympathies and condolences. He was one of the truest people I ever worked with, generous to a fault, never losing sight of the details in the big picture.(Ben Williams, editor, Book SA)

Saddened to hear of the death of my friend Glenn Cowley. Sure you’re Johnnie Walking up there in St Peter’s pub, Glenn, in the smoking section of course. RIP.(Karen Bruns, friend and publishing colleague)

So sorry to hear about this. Glenn had a very particular energy and enthusiasm – a great loss to SA publishing and all who knew him.(Jacqui L’Ange, Books and Film Editor, Psychologies Magazine)

I’m so sorry to hear about this. Reedwaan and I always speak about Glenn ... how much fun he always was, how passionate, how wise and extremely talented. He was such a character.(Angela McClelland, STE Publishers)

How horrible! He was an amazing person so full of life and young at heart. I keep remembering when I first met him. To him publishing wasn’t a business, but a calling. SA has lost a great person. Am so sorry.(Futhi Ntshingila, author of Shameless)

Sorry to hear it Adele. A legend indeed.(Michael Worsnip, author of Remittance Man)

Sorry, Adele ... didn’t know. Love to all at UKZN Press.(Julie Parle, author of States of Mind)

Whoah! So very sorry to learn this. How utterly awful. I’m shocked.

(Liesl Jobson, Book SA and poet/author)

I am so sorry for your loss. I too feel sadness for the loss of someone whom I liked, whose raspy voice was always fun to hear on the other side of a line and whose colourful appearance always made me smile. Nurture the memories of him you have.(Corina van der Spoel, Boekehuis)

I, we all are, so sorry to hear that Glenn has passed away. We enjoyed working with him while he was at the press, and appreciated his enthusiasm.(Tamma Greenfield, International Specialized Book Services)