Book enthusiasts in for a treat as the Durban International Book Fair continues
South African literature is being embraced until August 13 at the Durban International Book Fair.
The event got off to a superb start since opening on August 9 at The Globe, Suncoast.
According to Anivesh Singh, one of two festival directors, the aim was to get about 2 000 people per a day to visit the five-day event but the expectations were exceeded when visitors flocked to the festival in their numbers and brought the kids too.
“The response has been amazing. It’s great to see lots of youngsters and kids. They’re entertained with chess and other games, walking around, interacting with museum artefacts, looking at Bonsai displays, sitting in workshops and some have published books.
“We also had one of the best-attended sessions I’ve seen when we launch a book on inspiring women, which attracted over 400 people. Books launches and events are becoming like pop concerts.