🎙️ That’s a wrap on all of our live recording uploads! Whatever you missed out on at the 2025 September Open Book Festival is available online for you to catch up. 📩 To keep up to date with everything Open Book make sure you’re signed up to our newsletter. #literaryfestival #books #africanauthors

We honour all of the women who make our country what it is. Alongside Women for Change, we demand that Gender-Based Violence be declared a National Disaster. Here are our reading lists that support women’s vital perspectives. For more information womenforchange.co.za/g20-women-sh...

In a special edition of Book Choice on FMR, Mervyn Sloman and Frankie Murrey welcome Zizipho Bam, Bongani Kona, Firdose Moonda, and Mbali Sikakana. They discuss Open Book Festival, exploring its significance for South African literature & the broader cultural landscape. 🎧 Listen: iono.fm/e/1593016

4 days until #OBF2025! Don't miss out on three days that could change how you see the world. It's time to listen deeply and speak boldly. Book now through Webtickets or via our website. Your voice matters. Join the conversation. #OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter

Open Book Festival is one week away! Make sure to book your tickets, as many events have limited capacity. 🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate... 🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... See you at #OBF2025!

🎉 Our programme is LIVE and bookings are officially OPEN! 🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... 🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate... Email [email protected] to request comps. Books available at The Book Lounge #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter

This year's lineup brings together the most incredible mix of writers, poets and performers for three days of powerful conversations! Full list here: openbookfestival.co.za/authors/ We've raised R383,210 so far! Donate to #OBF2025: booklounge.co.za/product/open... #OpenBookFestival

Update 2: Open Book isn't just an event - it's where art heals, where strangers become friends, and where writers and readers find their community. Every contribution matters. Every share helps. Please support us or share with someone who might: booklounge.co.za/product/open...

Update part 1: We're deeply grateful for community support - R104,177 so far! But government funding has been slashed: provincial funding cut us to R55K (from R300K), while DSAC completely axed funding after years of support (R700K in 2024). We can no longer rely on government support.

Open Book belongs to everyone who makes it what it is. Now we need collective ownership to include financial support. We're facing a funding crisis with no clarity on government applications months before September. If you value Open Book, please contribute. booklounge.co.za/product/open...

Two brilliant sessions from our Open Book Festival Workshop Week are now available to watch on YouTube! Links below: From Manuscript to Bookshelf | Publishing: youtu.be/mnLNxtWB--I From Manuscript to Bookshelf | The Next Steps youtu.be/v0NIamE-lu8 #WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival

Days 4 and 5 of Workshop Week brought such incredible variety! The blend of creative workshops and practical industry knowledge is what makes Workshop Week so special! 🖋️📚 Final day tomorrow! openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing

Days 2 & 3 of Workshop Week have been absolutely incredible! The depth and diversity of these workshops showcase exactly why OBF is so special. Join us for the end. Book via Webtickets & our website. openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... #WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing

Workshop Week is off to a brilliant start! There's nothing quite like watching stories come to life in real time. Don't miss out! Book your spot via Webtickets. openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #ShillSharing

Workshop Week begins tomorrow! We can't wait to welcome you to this celebration of writing, creativity and community. You can still book your place via Webtickets, or our website. openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity

Our heartfelt thanks to all our partners and sponsors who helped make this week of writing, skill sharing and community building possible. If you'd like to be a part of what we do, please reach out to us. #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #ReadingCommunity #WritingCommunity #CapeTown

We're launching our inaugural Writers Retreat in collaboration with Bertha Retreat, featuring Toni Giselle Stuart. This intimate, closed gathering marks what we hope will be the first of many creative retreats. #OpenBookFestival #WritersRetreat #WritingRetreat #OBF2025

We're thrilled to continue our partnership with Ikamva Youth and Youth Capital for a special off-programme three-part youth-focused workshop. #WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #YouthWriters #SkillSharing #FutureVoices #Partnership #WritingCommunity #CapeTown

We're just one week away from Workshop Week 2025! Final preparations are underway to welcome you to a week of creativity, skill sharing and community. Book your tickets now via Webtickets! #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...

The vast majority of Workshop Week sessions take place at Bertha House in Mowbray, our long time partner. Bertha House provides a resourced space to activists, storytellers and anyone committed to creating more just societies. berthaspaces.org/bertha-house/ #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival

Master the craft of storytelling with Qarnita Loxton! From plot development to creating believable characters and dialogue, this workshop welcomes writers of all levels. Book your spot today via webtickets! openbookfestival.co.za/programme/wo... #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing

Our "From Manuscript to Book Shelf" double session features industry experts who will guide you in your publishing journey! Book one or both sessions via Webtickets. openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr... openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr... #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing

Craft your very own calligraphy pen and learn basic techniques with Adil Jacobs, founder of Kapaadie Co. Calligraphy Pens! Book now via Webtickets. openbookfestival.co.za/programme/ca... #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #CalligraphyWorkshop #HandmadePens #SkillSharing #WritingTechniques

Join Kerry Hammerton's Flash Fiction & Creative Non-fiction Workshop! Create new work for our 2025 anthology through interactive exercises. Limited spaces, book via Webtickets: openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fl... @kerryhammerton.bsky.social @karavanpress.bsky.social #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek

Explore the delicate balance between memoir and fiction with Karina Szczurek in a two-part workshop. Your work could be published! Space is limited, so book now! openbookfestival.co.za/programme/th... @karinamszczurek.bsky.social @karavanpress.bsky.social #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival

Learn the A to Zine with Mandy J Watson and Danielle Albertyn! Book now via Webtickets or our website. openbookfestival.co.za/programme/th... bsky.app/profile/mand... bsky.app/profile/milo... #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #ZineMaking #DIYPublishing #SkillSharing

🎉 Workshop Week 2025 programme is now LIVE and bookings are OPEN! 🎉 The full programme is on our website and you can click through to Webtickets from there to book! openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... #OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity #WritingWorkshops

The Life Righting Collective is raffling a gorgeous writing retreat in Fish Hoek from 9 - 13 July! R100 per entry ABSA: Life Righting Collective Acct: 40 9382 6013 Branch: 632005 Reference: Your full name Email POP to [email protected] with contact details Raffle drawn 9th May!

A Blazing Finale to #YouthFest2025! 🔥 What an incredible way to close our festival! Zizipho Bam and aBantu ChorUS brought performances that challenged, inspired, and moved us. Thanks to Bertha House for hosting us! See you in June for Workshop Week! #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025

Tomorrow is the final day of #YouthFest2025! 11am-12pm Storytime with Subi Bosa at the Museum of Childhood 6-7:30pm Youth Fest Open Mic, hosted by Zizipho Bam, featuring aBantu Chorus, at Bertha House in Mowbray Bertha House. Book via [email protected]

Yesterday Diana Ferrus captivated young readers with The Boy Who Loved to Dance at Protea Library. This morning Subi Bosa dazzled with Wrong! at the Rainbow Library. Swipe to see a few highlights. #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #YouthLiterature #ChildrensBooks

Don't miss our final #YouthFest2025 events: Mon 24 March: Poetry with Thandiwe Nqanda Wed 26 March: "Wrong!" storytime with Subi Bosa Wed 26 March: Open Mic hosted by Zizipho Bam, featuring aBantu Chorus All events are FREE but booking is essential! Email [email protected] to book.

From powerful poetry with Thandiwe Nqanda, to creative children's book writing workshops with Alex Latimer, and meaningful historical reflections with Xolisa Guzula - yesterday at #YouthFest2025 was filled with inspiration and learning. #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025

#YouthFest 2025 Open Mic 🎤 Hosted by Zizipho Bam with special performance by aBantu Chorus 📅 Wed, March 26 | 6-7:30PM | Bertha House Activist Café ✨ Share your poetry, stories, songs or spoken word! 📋 Sign up: [email protected] or +27743606117 🎟️ Free entry: book via [email protected]

Day 3 of #YouthFest2025 brought magic to Central Library with four amazing simultaneous storytimes! 📕Salamina Mosese 📙Refiloe Moahloli 📗Meridian Berndt 📘Hani du Toit Don't miss out! Book now via [email protected]. Events are free to attend but spaces is limited! #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025

Inspiring afternoon at Ikamva Youth: Writing for Change! Participants explored Youth Capital's Thetha ngeUnemployment card game, sparking powerful conversations on advocacy topics. Great collaboration between Open Book, Youth Capital and Wisani Mushwana! #YouthFest2025 #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025

Day 2 of #YouthFest2025 brought pure joy at the Museum of Childhood! The room was buzzing with excitement as the amazing Refiloe Moahloli captivated everyone with her magical storytime and activities! #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #StorytimeMagic #ReadingIsFun #ChildrensLiteracy

What a magical start to #YouthFest2025 today! The Sunbird Library was filled with excited childrens as Salamina Mosese captivated our young audience with her delightful reading of Cook-off at Gogo's Spaza. Thanks to The Otto Foundation and to Salamina! #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025

Closing #YouthFest2025 with a bang! Don't miss our Open Mic on March 26 featuring aBantu chorUS and hosted by Zizipho Bam. Theme: 'WRITING FOR CHANGE' - poetry and music unite at Bertha House Activist Café! Secure your spot via [email protected]. #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #OpenMic

Discover Bertha House during #YouthFest2025! This extraordinary space in Mowbray serves as a globally connected neighbourhood resource for activists, storytellers, educators, & artists committed to creating more just societies. #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #SpacesForChange #ActivistSpace #YouthVoices

Meet Salamina Mosese who'll be bringing 'Cook-off at Gogo's Spaza' to life at Central Library on March 20! She'll also join Refiloe Moahloli for a Bumper Storytime at the Book Lounge on March 22. Double the fun! #YouthFest2025 #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #Storytelling #ChildrensBooks #ReadingIsFun

Proud to partner with the Otto Foundation for #YouthFest2025! Reading for enjoyment impacts children's educational success more than socio-economic status—crucial in South Africa where the Otto Foundation makes reading fun and accessible for all kids. #OpenBookFestival #EarlyLiteracy #ReadingMatters

One week countdown to #YouthFest2025! Our celebration of young readers and writers begins next Tuesday, March 18! Swipe to see highlights from last year! Which sessions are you excited for? Email [email protected] to book. #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #LiteracyMatters #YouthLiterature

Your guide to #YouthFest2025! Which events are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! 📚 Plan your festival experience and secure tickets via [email protected]. #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #YouthLiterature #CreativeWriting #StorytellingSessions #WritingWorkshops #PoetryReadings

Explore the Cape Town Museum of Childhood! Housing a national collection of childhood-related exhibitions, the museum aims to capture the heritage of childhood and the role that children play in society. Join Refiloe Moahloli and Subi Bosa there. #YouthFest2025 #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025

Just 10 days until #YouthFest2025 begins! Swipe to see highlights from last year's festival! Browse our full programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro... Book via [email protected]. #LiteraryFestival #CapeTown #YouthLiterature #BookLovers #ReadingSA #SouthAfricanLiterature

Did you know? Open Book hosts three experiences throughout the year: Youth Fest 18-26 March Workshop Week 2-7 June Open Book Festival 5-7 September #YearRoundLiterature #YouthFest2025 #CapeTown #LiteraryFestival #ReadingSA #BookLovers #SouthAfricanLiterature #OpenBookFestival #OBF2024

A huge thank you to our sponsors and partners, who make #YouthFest2025 possible. Your commitment to nurturing young minds makes our festival possible. Want to support youth literacy? Join our community of sponsors and help us grow this vital initiative! #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #CommunitySupport

Aspiring children's book authors! Don't miss Alex Latimer's 'How to Write a Children's Book' workshop. Open for grades 10 & up (including adults). No experience necessary! Book via [email protected] #YouthFest2025 #OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #WritingWorkshop #ChildrensLiterature #LibraryEvent

Central Library will be buzzing on March 20 with FOUR simultaneous storytimes featuring Salamina Mosese, Refiloe Moahloli, Meridian Berndt, and Hani du Toit! Which one will you attend? Book via [email protected]. #YouthFest2025 #OpenBookFestival #LibraryMagic #librariesmatter #ChildrensBooks