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Author Kristy Jean during story time with pupils during the Open Book Youth Festival last year

Open Book Festival Youth Festival: Inspiring young readers from March 16 to 23

Join the Open Book Festival's Youth Festival from March 16 to 23, where children and teens can immerse themselves in a week of free literary events, including storytime sessions,…

Guests browse at last year's Open Book Festival. The festival will not go ahead if it cannot raise the necessary funds by September

Urgent appeal: Cape Town's literary festival seeks funding to survive

Join the fight to save Cape Town's Open Book Festival as organisers launch an urgent appeal for financial support to cover this year's costs. Discover how you can help preserve a…

Peter auf der Heyde takes a deep dive into the stories of death row political prisoners in Death in Pretoria

Book review: Death in Pretoria

Delve into the haunting stories of political prisoners in 'Death in Pretoria,' where Peter auf der Heyde reveals the dignity-stripping realities of apartheid while honouring the…

Popina Khumanda tells the harrowing story of her escape from rebel militia in the DRC in The Smallest Ones.

Book review: The Smallest Ones

Discover the harrowing journey of Popina Khumanda in 'The Smallest Ones,' a tale of survival against unimaginable odds. This review explores her transformation from a victim of…

Pictured right, is reader Nicole Bresler, from Burgundy Estate in Durbanville, speaking to romance novelist Shameez Patel Papathanasiou, from Goodwood, at Exclusive Books (EB) Waterfront.

Rom Con celebrates romance literature with authors and readers

Romance novelists gathered with readers at a Rom Con to discuss writing, being published and whether they read the genre in the Mother's City at the weekend.

The Interpreters: South Africa's New Nonfiction

Book review: The Interpreters

Discover why The Interpreters is a must-have for every library, as Lauren O'Connor-May highlights the anthology's compelling narratives and exceptional writing.

Fading Footprints

Book review: Fading Footprints

Fading Footprints a heartfelt tribute to the Khoi culture and its enduring legacy.

Debut author Andrea Shaw of Vredehoek, right, launched her novel Unsolicited at the Book Lounge in Roeland Street on Wednesday May 21. In conversation with Noordhoek-based poet, editor and feminist activist, Hellen Moffett, left, Shaw, who works in the film industry and has credits including Netflix’s Unseen, introduced readers to Detective Fatima Matthews: sharp-eyed, quick-witted, and currently being sucker-punched by menopause. Set in the heart of the local publishing world and in Cape Town, Unsolicited is a darkly witty literary thriller packed with plagiarism scandals, buried secrets and more than a few red herrings.

Vredehoek author launches novel

Andrea Shaw in conversation with Hellen Moffett.

Kamini Pather's All Dhal'd Up.

Kamini Pather on cooking, culture and her new cookbook

MasterChef South Africa winner shares her culinary journey and the inspiration behind All Dhal'd Up.

Kamini Pather's All Dhal'd Up blends basic ingredients with goodness and glam.

Book review: All Dhal'd Up

Discover the delightful world of Kamini Pather's All Dhal'd Up, where simple ingredients meet glamour. This review explores not just the recipes but also invaluable tips for…

Book People by Paige Nick

Book review: Book People

In Book People by Paige Nick, laughter meets chaos as two authors navigate the tumultuous world of publishing, social media, and unexpected police inquiries.

Central Library Assistant Librarian, Nicole Smith, with the book that has been the talk of the town during the most recent Fine Free Week

Book returned 24 years late during Fine Free Week

Travelling lender finds book, due in 2001, among stored belongings.

The cover of Rebecca Yarros' book, Onyx Storm.

Review: Onyx Storm

Onyx Storm is the third book in the Empyrean Series, captivating romantasy fans with its thrilling twists and complex characters.

The first book in Ana Punset's Unicornia series.

Children's book reviews: from unicorns to classics

From bubblegum-flavoured unicorn tales to beloved classics reimagined, this collection of children's book reviews spans magical adventures, teen diaries, and a fresh take on Anne…

Staff from libraries across the metropole joined the annual South Africa Library Week march last Friday

Return long-outstanding library items fine-free

City of Cape Town reports more than 40 000 missing items from libraries.

Muizenberg author Sam Wilson has penned a grim tale about a fictional community on Mars.

Book review: The First Murder on Mars

Dive into the gripping dual narratives of The First Murder on Mars, by Sam Wilson, where dystopian realities clash with privileged lives, leading to a shocking revelation.

Author Shameez Patel, from Goodwood, tells us about her latest book, Playing Flirty, which she wrote during lockdown.

Cape Town author writes gamers romance because she loves love

Lauren O'Connor-May chats to author Shameez Patel, from Goodwood, who has written her fourth book but first romance - about gaming, Comic-Con, Lord of the Rings, life plans and…

Book review: The Traveller

The Traveller Crossing borders and connecting Africa Thebe Ikalafeng Tafelberg Review: Karen Watkins You are not traveling through Africa until you’ve seen your own country, a…

Bianca Flanders reading Pumpkin Finds her Beat as part of Storytime at Central Library. Picture: Supplied

Youth Fest aims to celebrate literature

The Open Book Festival and Book Lounge will have its third annual Youth Festival, aiming to celebrate youth literature and creativity. Youth Fest 2025, which will run from…

Book review: DS Special Agent Hunter McCallum

DS Special Agent Hunter McCallum Mission South Africa Schalk van der Merwe Independently published Review: Karen Watkins The mutilated body of a US Peace Corps volunteer has been…