Sue Nyathi's journey to literary success is a story of persistence and self-belief.

South Africans are not just binge-watching “The Polygamist”, they are also heading straight to bookstores and online retailers in search of the woman behind the story.

The global premiere of “The Polygamist" on Netflix has sparked a reading frenzy across Mzansi.

The 22-episode supernovela quickly climbed to the top spot on Netflix South Africa and introduced thousands of viewers to Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi, whose novel inspired the hit series.

As the show's popularity continues to grow, so does interest in Nyathi's wider collection of books.