UKZN Press will present three book launches, featuring four dynamic and interesting writers and engaging speakers at the Hilton Festival, which runs from September 16 to 18 at Hilton College. Continue reading
Professor Lindy Stiebel
New author voices wanted for KZN Literary Tourism
SINCE 2002 the KwaZulu-Natal Literary Tourism project has been quietly archiving writers linked to the province – both past and present.
Students, researchers and academics from different walks of life have contributed to the project over the years. But the organisation is concerned that the archive remains skewed towards writers that are male, white and older. Continue reading
Local history authors shine at Ramsgate Literary Festival
Bongi Malishe, author of You are Wired to Win, was one of several speakers at the inaugural Ramsgate Literary Festival. She has written books in both English and isiZulu and is in demand as a motivational speaker. Malishe told festival-goers: “You are what you say you are; circumstances happen to equip you with the skills you need to reach your goal. So remember, whatever you go through in life will make you stronger.”
LOCAL history authors, writing, for the most part, about the people and places of the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, dominated the inaugural Ramsgate Literary Festival.
Sponsored by UGU South Coast Tourism, the festival took place on September 24 and 25 at the Whale Deck overlooking beautiful Ramsgate beach. In addition to talks by authors, visitors were able to view art exhibitions, visit quirky museums, taste fine wines and indulge in tasty food. Continue reading
Feast for book-lovers at the Ramsgate Literary Festival
THE inaugural Ramsgate Literary Festival, sponsored by Ugu South Coast Tourism, will take place on September 24 (Heritage Day) and September 25. Continue reading
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