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Reflection: At the Kingsmead Book Fair readers, writers, thinkers and the curious gather around stories. Photo: Supplied
ALEX BOUCHE

Kingsmead Book Fair returns with conversations SA needs right now

As the 14th annual Kingsmead Book Fair returns to Johannesburg, the beloved literary gathering once again creates space for difficult conversations, thoughtful reflection and the…

  • Lesego Chepape
4 min read
The Time of the Writer Festival returns with a bold hybrid vision, using literature to challenge power, amplify voices and reconnect communities across borders
AFRICAN STORYTELLING

How the Time of the Writer Festival is taking the stories to the people

The Time of the Writer Festival returns with a bold hybrid vision, using literature to challenge power, amplify voices and reconnect communities across borders

  • Riley Hlatshwayo
7 min read
No joke: Comedian Trevor Noah says his children’s book Into the Uncut Grass is about the power of the imagination to solve problems. Photo: Amy Sussman/Getty Images
CHILDREN S LITERATURE
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Trevor Noah: Writing this book wasn’t child’s play

The comedian speaks to us about his recently released book Into the Uncut Grass — ostensibly for children

  • Charles Leonard
7 min read