Franschhoek Literary Festival

Dates: 15 May 2010 to 17 May 2010
Location: Franschhoek

For three days Franschhoek will become a bustling get-together of readers, writers, booksellers and publishers. Visit the Franschhoek Literary Festival from 15 to 17 May 2009.

The 2009 line-up of writers, discussions, poetry, literary breakfasts, plays and interviews includes Pulitzer Prizewinning American novelist Richard Ford, celebrated poet Gabeba Baderoon, Thabo Mbeki biographer Mark Gevisser, crime writers Deon Meyer and Margie Orford, academic and businesswoman Dr Mamphela Ramphele and many more. The visiting authors have been selected for their exceptional writing, their approachability and their passion for promoting reading.

The 2008 line-up of writers, discussions, poetry, literary breakfasts, plays and interviews includes Pulitzer Prizewinning American novelist Richard Ford, celebrated poet Gabeba Baderoon, Thabo Mbeki biographer Mark Gevisser, crime writers Deon Meyer and Margie Orford, academic and businesswoman Dr Mamphela Ramphele and many more. The visiting authors have been selected for their exceptional writing, their approachability and their passion for promoting reading.

Tickets for all events, including classical concerts and restaurant events, are available from the Franschhoek Wine Valley & Tourist Association. Tel: +27 021 876 3603

Please Note: Dates for this event to be confirmed.

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