The Open Book Festival 2026 is only a few days away and we have a few updates and reminders for you.
PROGRAMME CHANGES
Cynthia Fan is unfortunately no longer able to join us.
In her place, we are […]
Read moreWith only 12 days until the Festival and tickets selling fast, there’s not much time to decide which events to attend. Not to worry – we’re here to help!
Read moreSTART YOURFESTIVAL READING
It’s time to stock up on this year’s titles and get reading!
With the festival only two months away, it’s times to dive into work written by this year’s panellists—here are a few suggestions […]
Read moreThe Open Book Festival gave me a community.
In 2025, I found myself facing an identity crisis. I believed deeply in a world that was more equal and just, but I felt increasingly disconnected from the […]
Read moreWorkshop Week is all wrapped up and we have something for you to do with all that fresh inspiration. Whether you joined our events or not, we hope your creative wheels are turning.
Since our […]
Read moreWorkshop Week continues to be a calendar highlight with writers irrespective of experience. The topics have been diverse, and hosted by facilitators who are well respected in the local creative industry. On the high off […]
Read moreThis year’s Workshop Week programme is live and packed with a range of events designed to inspire your inner writer and take your work out of the ideation phase and turn it into something more.
We […]
Read moreWe are thrilled to announce the Youth Fest 2026 lineup of events, filled with wonderful authors, creatives and activities!
These events are the perfect way to incorporate the world of literature into the lives of our […]
Read moreOpen Book Festival kicks off next week, and this is a final call to ensure you don’t miss what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of literature and ideas.
Main Hub: HCC Homecoming CentreLocated on the corner […]
Read moreWith Open Book Festival 2025 fast approaching, we’re back with five more themes that capture the soul of this year’s programme.
1. Identity & Belonging
Building on the Past sees Foluso Agbaje, Zara Julius, and Patric Tariq Mellet […]
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