Ivan Vladislavić: The Near North

Dive into the vibrant streets of Johannesburg with Books on the Bay’s launch of Ivan Vladislavić’s latest novel, “The Near North”! Join us for an extraordinary journey filled with stories waiting to be discovered around every corner. Explore...

Simon’s Town Art Group Exhibition

The Simon’s Town Art Group will be holding an art exhibition concurrent with the Books on the Bay Literary Festival 2024. STAG was formed in 1998 and fosters visual art in Simon’s Town and the surroundings. STAG has over 50 active members, many of whom will be taking...
Special Offer: Masterclass by Margie Orford

Special Offer: Masterclass by Margie Orford

Books on the Bay is proud to announce that internationally renowned Margie Orford will offer a once-off Masterclass at this year’s festival. Having established her reputation as South Africa’s ‘Queen of Crime’ with her Clare Hart series (which is about to have a...

Panties for Africa: Underwear is a Basic Need

Tari Ngwerume from Tari Designs in Simon’s Town grew up as an orphan in an impoverished community where she and the other poor girls had no underwear. Tari founded Panties for Africa, an organisation which aims to supply girls between the ages of 4 and 13 with...