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.
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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!
Open Book Festival is a space where people connect and discuss important issues through the lens of books. Bookings now open.
🎉 Our programme is LIVE and bookings are officially OPEN!
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🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
Email openbooktickets@gmail.com to request comps.
Books available at The Book Lounge
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A small selection of participating authors in this year's September Festival.
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...
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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
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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So great finding @openbookfestival.bsky.social on BlueSky!
If you love @karavanpress.bsky.social books as much as I do, then this fest is definitely a highlight for you too.
#BookSky
#OBF2025
#CapeTown
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.
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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.
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We're thrilled to continue our partnership with Ikamva Youth and Youth Capital for a special off-programme three-part youth-focused workshop.
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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.
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![The official Open Book Festival Workshop Week promotional flyer for this event.
"This short workshop includes a quick history on zines, what they can include, and the basics of structuring a narrative. Participants will also be taught some practical techniques that allow them to create their own zines."
Facilitated by Danielle Albertyn and Mandy J Watson.
[Plus workshop details, as mentioned in the post.]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:txn2z6j5emtmboiodoqz47is/bafkreiacei5oque7bxh3mwogfsmtdl5jimimbuqyfaz7cflrngbluktr6i)
The official Open Book Festival Workshop Week promotional flyer for this event. "This short workshop includes a quick history on zines, what they can include, and the basics of structuring a narrative. Participants will also be taught some practical techniques that allow them to create their own zines." Facilitated by Danielle Albertyn and Mandy J Watson. [Plus workshop details, as mentioned in the post.]
![Bio flyer for me.
I am, of course, an eightball at heart.
"Mandy J Watson is a tech-culture journalist, copy editor, video-game developer, and South African comics researcher. She is the founder of brainwavez.org, which features local and international geek culture, and has been a non-fiction contributor to a number of books, including the local-comics anthology GrafLit."
[Plus workshop details, as mentioned in the post.]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:txn2z6j5emtmboiodoqz47is/bafkreiedxy54bx2prk4f5dtefrvowpcjrxaeubvszv2nyj4zncrkzycq2a)
Bio flyer for me. I am, of course, an eightball at heart. "Mandy J Watson is a tech-culture journalist, copy editor, video-game developer, and South African comics researcher. She is the founder of brainwavez.org, which features local and international geek culture, and has been a non-fiction contributor to a number of books, including the local-comics anthology GrafLit." [Plus workshop details, as mentioned in the post.]
News from me: I will be co-facilitating a zine making workshop for @openbookfestival.bsky.social with @milo-wildcat.bsky.social!
- Tuesday, 3 June 2025, 14:00 to 17:00
- Bertha House, Mowbray, Cape Town
- R100, via WebTickets
- Details: openbookfestival.co.za/programme/th...
1/3 #SAComics #OBF2025
Craft your very own calligraphy pen and learn basic techniques with Adil Jacobs, founder of Kapaadie Co. Calligraphy Pens! Book now via Webtickets.
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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:
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@kerryhammerton.bsky.social
@karavanpress.bsky.social
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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
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Learn the A to Zine with Mandy J Watson and Danielle Albertyn!
Book now via Webtickets or our website.
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🎉 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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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 openbooktickets@gmail.com. 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!
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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!
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