Maverick Life – Books: Six picks for the upcoming Franshhoek Literary Festival By The Reading List
The annual Franschhoek Literary Festival has made its baker’s dozen: the thirteenth edition takes place from 17 to 19 May.Look, do it now, if for no other reason than, nestled as it is in the picturesque Cape Winelands, Franschhoek’s crisp mountain air and bright winter sunshine make the perfect companions for bookish discussion.
Don’t forget your Fitbit: the festival takes place across just a couple of streets in the tiny town, so you’re able to meander from event to event on foot. As usual, the programme has something for everyone, from crime fiction to fantasy, from political exposés to biography, as well as discussions on how to get published, how to juggle writing and a full-time job, and how to go about marketing your books.. But for those pressed for time , here are six not-to-be-missed events.
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