We’re here. Against all odds, in a world that feels increasingly fraught, we’ve made it to 2025, and we’re bringing you a festival that’s absolutely blazing with talent, conversation, and community.This year’s lineup is nothing […]
Read moreWe want to thank you for standing with us. Together we have raised R104 177.23 towards the R500 000 that we need. We have streamlined our donation process to make supporting the festival easier than ever. Please contribute here […]
Read moreFor years we have spoken about our belief that Open Book is not owned by us – it is owned by all those who contribute to making it an inclusive, vibrant festival that consists of […]
Read moreWe are thrilled to unveil the complete programme for our upcoming Workshop Week, taking place from 2-7 June 2025. After months of careful planning and collaboration with renowned writers, publishers, and creative practitioners, we’ve curated […]
Read moreWe’re thrilled to announce the return of our Open Book Online series after a brief hiatus! This time, we’re celebrating a significant milestone in South African poetry publishing with a special four-part series featuring uHlanga […]
Read moreWe’re thrilled to announce that bookings are now open for Open Book Youth Fest 2025! We’ve got an incredible lineup of free events across Cape Town’s libraries and cultural spaces. While most events are taking place […]
Read moreAt Open Book, we believe that nurturing young voices and fostering a love of reading among youth is crucial for our society’s future. Through storytelling, young people develop not just literacy skills, but also empathy, […]
Read moreWe’re excited to announce the launch of a brand new initiative – Open Book Online! This series will bring you regular doses of literary conversation and content in the lead-up to our main Open Book Festival in […]
Read moreMark your calendars! Open Book returns to the HCC: Homecoming Centre from 6 – 8 September. Have a look at our spectacular lineup of participants.We’re thrilled to announce an exceptional lineup that showcases a mix […]
Read moreJoin bestselling authors, acclaimed poets, active citizens and literary enthusiasts for 6 days of insightful workshops, readings, discussions and more. This is your chance to hone your craft, share skills and soak up inspiration from […]
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