This year’s Time of the Writer festival takes place from 17-22 March 2014. As one of the country’s premier literature festivals, Time of the Writer brings together some of the world’s best authors, publishers, and editors; it also offers a platform to showcase KwaZulu-Natal’s artistic talent. The festival presents an educational and entertaining programme of workshops, reading sessions and panel discussions. This year’s edition of the festival will also include a storytelling focus in partnership with Gcinamasiko Arts & Heritage Trust.
Also, the festival invites High School learners to submit their short stories for the annual Short Story Competition by Thursday, 28 February 2014.