START YOURFESTIVAL READINGIt’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 [...]
The 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 [...]
Workshop 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 [...]
Workshop 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 [...]
This 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 [...]
We 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 [...]
Open 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 [...]
With Open Book Festival 2025 fast approaching, we’re back with five more themes that capture the soul of this year’s programme.1. Identity & BelongingBuilding on the Past sees Foluso Agbaje, Zara Julius, and Patric Tariq Mellet [...]
We know our packed programme can feel overwhelming—so many incredible conversations to choose from! That’s why we’re spotlighting five crucial themes that run through this year’s programme, helping you connect with the topics that matter [...]
After months of anticipation, we’re thrilled to announce that the Open Book Festival 2025 programme is now live on our website, and you can secure your place at this year’s most anticipated literary celebration taking [...]
