THE Durban International Book Fair (#DIBF2022) takes place at Sibaya Casino and Entertainment Kingdom from Monday, August 1 to Friday, August 5 and from August 6 to 7 at Pick n Pay Durban North.

The week-long book fair, themed Unlocked & Unleased, pays tribute to the storytellers who keep the word alive with a special focus on women in literature, the promotion of indigenous languages and academic publishing.

More than 100 writers from all over the country will be in attendance, and it will be a bookworm’s paradise, with more than 25 new book launches and plenty of new literature to consume.

“We have a jam-packed programme during which people will be able to meet renowned authors such as Joanne Joseph, Niq Mhlongo, Cheryl Roberts and Hamish Kyd. If you don’t already know these people or are a fan, come and meet them face to face,” said Anivesh Singh, co-founder of the Durban Book Fair.

Visitors can look forward to engaging with fellow readers, creatives, authors, academics, literacy NGOs, language promoters and publishers against the backdrop of green hills and the Indian Ocean.

Among the offerings is a talk by Alicia Ramdharee, author of Orphaned by Suicide, and Glynis Horning, author of Waterboy. These two writers will be discussing mental health in a session hosted by the South African Depression and Anxiety Group.

“We are also constantly adding to the line-up, so there is sure to be something for everyone,” he said.

There is no cost to attend the event, but carry cash to purchase your new reading material. For more information, email admin@durbanbookfair.co.za or visit www.madeindurban.co.za