Open Book Festival
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Open Book dates for 2025
18 - 26 March | Youth Fest
2 - 7 June | Workshop Week
5 - 7 September | Open Book Festival
18 - 26 March | Youth Fest
2 - 7 June | Workshop Week
5 - 7 September | Open Book Festival
We honour all of the women who make our country what it is.
Alongside Women for Change, we demand that Gender-Based Violence be declared a National Disaster.
Here are our reading lists that support women’s vital perspectives.
For more information womenforchange.co.za/g20-women-sh...
Alongside Women for Change, we demand that Gender-Based Violence be declared a National Disaster.
Here are our reading lists that support women’s vital perspectives.
For more information womenforchange.co.za/g20-women-sh...
November 19, 2025 at 9:06 AM
We honour all of the women who make our country what it is.
Alongside Women for Change, we demand that Gender-Based Violence be declared a National Disaster.
Here are our reading lists that support women’s vital perspectives.
For more information womenforchange.co.za/g20-women-sh...
Alongside Women for Change, we demand that Gender-Based Violence be declared a National Disaster.
Here are our reading lists that support women’s vital perspectives.
For more information womenforchange.co.za/g20-women-sh...
In a special edition of Book Choice on FMR, Mervyn Sloman and Frankie Murrey welcome Zizipho Bam, Bongani Kona, Firdose Moonda, and Mbali Sikakana. They discuss Open Book Festival, exploring its significance for South African literature & the broader cultural landscape.
🎧 Listen: iono.fm/e/1593016
🎧 Listen: iono.fm/e/1593016
Book Choice - The Open Book Fest - 02 Sept 25
Something very special is happening right here in Cape Town from the 5- 7th September. The Open Book Festival is an absolute must-see highlight on the literary calendar every year, in this show we han...
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September 2, 2025 at 12:28 PM
In a special edition of Book Choice on FMR, Mervyn Sloman and Frankie Murrey welcome Zizipho Bam, Bongani Kona, Firdose Moonda, and Mbali Sikakana. They discuss Open Book Festival, exploring its significance for South African literature & the broader cultural landscape.
🎧 Listen: iono.fm/e/1593016
🎧 Listen: iono.fm/e/1593016
4 days until #OBF2025! Don't miss out on three days that could change how you see the world.
It's time to listen deeply and speak boldly. Book now through Webtickets or via our website.
Your voice matters. Join the conversation.
#OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
It's time to listen deeply and speak boldly. Book now through Webtickets or via our website.
Your voice matters. Join the conversation.
#OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
September 1, 2025 at 11:22 AM
4 days until #OBF2025! Don't miss out on three days that could change how you see the world.
It's time to listen deeply and speak boldly. Book now through Webtickets or via our website.
Your voice matters. Join the conversation.
#OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
It's time to listen deeply and speak boldly. Book now through Webtickets or via our website.
Your voice matters. Join the conversation.
#OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
Open Book Festival is one week away! Make sure to book your tickets, as many events have limited capacity.
🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
See you at #OBF2025!
🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
See you at #OBF2025!
Open Book Festival 2025
Don't miss out on three days of conversations that matter.
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August 28, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Open Book Festival is one week away! Make sure to book your tickets, as many events have limited capacity.
🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
See you at #OBF2025!
🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
See you at #OBF2025!
🎉 Our programme is LIVE and bookings are officially OPEN!
🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
Email openbooktickets@gmail.com to request comps.
Books available at The Book Lounge
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
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🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
Email openbooktickets@gmail.com to request comps.
Books available at The Book Lounge
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
August 4, 2025 at 12:08 PM
🎉 Our programme is LIVE and bookings are officially OPEN!
🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
Email openbooktickets@gmail.com to request comps.
Books available at The Book Lounge
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
🎫 Programme: openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
🎟️ Webtickets: www.webtickets.co.za/v2/EventCate...
Email openbooktickets@gmail.com to request comps.
Books available at The Book Lounge
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #ConversationsThatMatter
This year's lineup brings together the most incredible mix of writers, poets and performers for three days of powerful conversations! Full list here: openbookfestival.co.za/authors/
We've raised R383,210 so far! Donate to #OBF2025: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
#OpenBookFestival
We've raised R383,210 so far! Donate to #OBF2025: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
#OpenBookFestival
July 28, 2025 at 12:52 PM
This year's lineup brings together the most incredible mix of writers, poets and performers for three days of powerful conversations! Full list here: openbookfestival.co.za/authors/
We've raised R383,210 so far! Donate to #OBF2025: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
#OpenBookFestival
We've raised R383,210 so far! Donate to #OBF2025: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
#OpenBookFestival
Update 2:
Open Book isn't just an event - it's where art heals, where strangers become friends, and where writers and readers find their community.
Every contribution matters. Every share helps. Please support us or share with someone who might: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
Open Book isn't just an event - it's where art heals, where strangers become friends, and where writers and readers find their community.
Every contribution matters. Every share helps. Please support us or share with someone who might: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
July 23, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Update 2:
Open Book isn't just an event - it's where art heals, where strangers become friends, and where writers and readers find their community.
Every contribution matters. Every share helps. Please support us or share with someone who might: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
Open Book isn't just an event - it's where art heals, where strangers become friends, and where writers and readers find their community.
Every contribution matters. Every share helps. Please support us or share with someone who might: booklounge.co.za/product/open...
Update part 1:
We're deeply grateful for community support - R104,177 so far! But government funding has been slashed: provincial funding cut us to R55K (from R300K), while DSAC completely axed funding after years of support (R700K in 2024). We can no longer rely on government support.
We're deeply grateful for community support - R104,177 so far! But government funding has been slashed: provincial funding cut us to R55K (from R300K), while DSAC completely axed funding after years of support (R700K in 2024). We can no longer rely on government support.
July 23, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Update part 1:
We're deeply grateful for community support - R104,177 so far! But government funding has been slashed: provincial funding cut us to R55K (from R300K), while DSAC completely axed funding after years of support (R700K in 2024). We can no longer rely on government support.
We're deeply grateful for community support - R104,177 so far! But government funding has been slashed: provincial funding cut us to R55K (from R300K), while DSAC completely axed funding after years of support (R700K in 2024). We can no longer rely on government support.
Open Book belongs to everyone who makes it what it is. Now we need collective ownership to include financial support. We're facing a funding crisis with no clarity on government applications months before September. If you value Open Book, please contribute.
booklounge.co.za/product/open...
booklounge.co.za/product/open...
July 16, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Open Book belongs to everyone who makes it what it is. Now we need collective ownership to include financial support. We're facing a funding crisis with no clarity on government applications months before September. If you value Open Book, please contribute.
booklounge.co.za/product/open...
booklounge.co.za/product/open...
Two brilliant sessions from our Open Book Festival Workshop Week are now available to watch on YouTube! Links below:
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | Publishing: youtu.be/mnLNxtWB--I
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | The Next Steps
youtu.be/v0NIamE-lu8
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | Publishing: youtu.be/mnLNxtWB--I
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | The Next Steps
youtu.be/v0NIamE-lu8
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival
June 20, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Two brilliant sessions from our Open Book Festival Workshop Week are now available to watch on YouTube! Links below:
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | Publishing: youtu.be/mnLNxtWB--I
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | The Next Steps
youtu.be/v0NIamE-lu8
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | Publishing: youtu.be/mnLNxtWB--I
From Manuscript to Bookshelf | The Next Steps
youtu.be/v0NIamE-lu8
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival
Days 4 and 5 of Workshop Week brought such incredible variety! The blend of creative workshops and practical industry knowledge is what makes Workshop Week so special! 🖋️📚
Final day tomorrow!
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#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
Final day tomorrow!
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
June 6, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Days 4 and 5 of Workshop Week brought such incredible variety! The blend of creative workshops and practical industry knowledge is what makes Workshop Week so special! 🖋️📚
Final day tomorrow!
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
Final day tomorrow!
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
Days 2 & 3 of Workshop Week have been absolutely incredible! The depth and diversity of these workshops showcase exactly why OBF is so special. Join us for the end. Book via Webtickets & our website.
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
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#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
June 5, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Days 2 & 3 of Workshop Week have been absolutely incredible! The depth and diversity of these workshops showcase exactly why OBF is so special. Join us for the end. Book via Webtickets & our website.
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
Workshop Week is off to a brilliant start! There's nothing quite like watching stories come to life in real time. Don't miss out! Book your spot via Webtickets.
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #ShillSharing
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#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #ShillSharing
June 3, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Workshop Week is off to a brilliant start! There's nothing quite like watching stories come to life in real time. Don't miss out! Book your spot via Webtickets.
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #ShillSharing
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #WorkshopWeek #ShillSharing
Workshop Week begins tomorrow! We can't wait to welcome you to this celebration of writing, creativity and community. You can still book your place via Webtickets, or our website.
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
Programme - Open Book Festival
Open Book Youth Fest 2025 is coming soon - Watch this space or signup for our newsletter!
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June 1, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Workshop Week begins tomorrow! We can't wait to welcome you to this celebration of writing, creativity and community. You can still book your place via Webtickets, or our website.
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
Our heartfelt thanks to all our partners and sponsors who helped make this week of writing, skill sharing and community building possible. If you'd like to be a part of what we do, please reach out to us.
#OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #ReadingCommunity #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
#OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #ReadingCommunity #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
May 31, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Our heartfelt thanks to all our partners and sponsors who helped make this week of writing, skill sharing and community building possible. If you'd like to be a part of what we do, please reach out to us.
#OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #ReadingCommunity #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
#OpenBookFestival #OBF2025 #ReadingCommunity #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
We're launching our inaugural Writers Retreat in collaboration with Bertha Retreat, featuring Toni Giselle Stuart. This intimate, closed gathering marks what we hope will be the first of many creative retreats.
#OpenBookFestival #WritersRetreat #WritingRetreat #OBF2025
#OpenBookFestival #WritersRetreat #WritingRetreat #OBF2025
May 29, 2025 at 12:49 PM
We're launching our inaugural Writers Retreat in collaboration with Bertha Retreat, featuring Toni Giselle Stuart. This intimate, closed gathering marks what we hope will be the first of many creative retreats.
#OpenBookFestival #WritersRetreat #WritingRetreat #OBF2025
#OpenBookFestival #WritersRetreat #WritingRetreat #OBF2025
We're thrilled to continue our partnership with Ikamva Youth and Youth Capital for a special off-programme three-part youth-focused workshop.
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #YouthWriters #SkillSharing #FutureVoices #Partnership #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #YouthWriters #SkillSharing #FutureVoices #Partnership #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
May 27, 2025 at 6:32 AM
We're thrilled to continue our partnership with Ikamva Youth and Youth Capital for a special off-programme three-part youth-focused workshop.
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #YouthWriters #SkillSharing #FutureVoices #Partnership #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
#WorkshopWeek #OBF2025 #OpenBookFestival #YouthWriters #SkillSharing #FutureVoices #Partnership #WritingCommunity #CapeTown
We're just one week away from Workshop Week 2025! Final preparations are underway to welcome you to a week of creativity, skill sharing and community. Book your tickets now via Webtickets!
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
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Programme - Open Book Festival
Open Book Youth Fest 2025 is coming soon - Watch this space or signup for our newsletter!
openbookfestival.co.za
May 26, 2025 at 7:54 AM
We're just one week away from Workshop Week 2025! Final preparations are underway to welcome you to a week of creativity, skill sharing and community. Book your tickets now via Webtickets!
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing #WritingCommunity
openbookfestival.co.za/festival-pro...
The vast majority of Workshop Week sessions take place at Bertha House in Mowbray, our long time partner. Bertha House provides a resourced space to activists, storytellers and anyone committed to creating more just societies.
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
May 24, 2025 at 11:44 AM
The vast majority of Workshop Week sessions take place at Bertha House in Mowbray, our long time partner. Bertha House provides a resourced space to activists, storytellers and anyone committed to creating more just societies.
berthaspaces.org/bertha-house/
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
berthaspaces.org/bertha-house/
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
Master the craft of storytelling with Qarnita Loxton! From plot development to creating believable characters and dialogue, this workshop welcomes writers of all levels. Book your spot today via webtickets!
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/wo...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/wo...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
May 22, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Master the craft of storytelling with Qarnita Loxton! From plot development to creating believable characters and dialogue, this workshop welcomes writers of all levels. Book your spot today via webtickets!
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/wo...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/wo...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #SkillSharing
Our "From Manuscript to Book Shelf" double session features industry experts who will guide you in your publishing journey!
Book one or both sessions via Webtickets.
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
Book one or both sessions via Webtickets.
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
May 21, 2025 at 8:39 AM
Our "From Manuscript to Book Shelf" double session features industry experts who will guide you in your publishing journey!
Book one or both sessions via Webtickets.
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
Book one or both sessions via Webtickets.
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fr...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #SkillSharing
Craft your very own calligraphy pen and learn basic techniques with Adil Jacobs, founder of Kapaadie Co. Calligraphy Pens! Book now via Webtickets.
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #CalligraphyWorkshop #HandmadePens #SkillSharing #WritingTechniques
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #CalligraphyWorkshop #HandmadePens #SkillSharing #WritingTechniques
May 19, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Craft your very own calligraphy pen and learn basic techniques with Adil Jacobs, founder of Kapaadie Co. Calligraphy Pens! Book now via Webtickets.
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/ca...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #CalligraphyWorkshop #HandmadePens #SkillSharing #WritingTechniques
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/ca...
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #CalligraphyWorkshop #HandmadePens #SkillSharing #WritingTechniques
Join Kerry Hammerton's Flash Fiction & Creative Non-fiction Workshop! Create new work for our 2025 anthology through interactive exercises. Limited spaces, book via Webtickets:
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek
Flash Fiction and Creative Non-Fiction Workshop - Open Book Festival
Join Kerry Hammerton and generate your own flash fiction or creative non-fiction through interactive exercises. We will read interesting examples of flash and use these to springboard your own writing...
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May 15, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Join Kerry Hammerton's Flash Fiction & Creative Non-fiction Workshop! Create new work for our 2025 anthology through interactive exercises. Limited spaces, book via Webtickets:
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fl...
@kerryhammerton.bsky.social
@karavanpress.bsky.social
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/fl...
@kerryhammerton.bsky.social
@karavanpress.bsky.social
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek
Explore the delicate balance between memoir and fiction with Karina Szczurek in a two-part workshop. Your work could be published! Space is limited, so book now!
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/th...
@karinamszczurek.bsky.social
@karavanpress.bsky.social
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
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@karinamszczurek.bsky.social
@karavanpress.bsky.social
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
May 14, 2025 at 6:05 AM
Explore the delicate balance between memoir and fiction with Karina Szczurek in a two-part workshop. Your work could be published! Space is limited, so book now!
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/th...
@karinamszczurek.bsky.social
@karavanpress.bsky.social
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
openbookfestival.co.za/programme/th...
@karinamszczurek.bsky.social
@karavanpress.bsky.social
#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival
Learn the A to Zine with Mandy J Watson and Danielle Albertyn!
Book now via Webtickets or our website.
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #ZineMaking #DIYPublishing #SkillSharing
Book now via Webtickets or our website.
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The A to Zine - Open Book Festival
This short workshop facilitated by Mandy J Watson and Danielle Albertyne includes a quick history on zines, what they can include, and the basics of structuring a narrative. Participants will also be ...
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May 12, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Learn the A to Zine with Mandy J Watson and Danielle Albertyn!
Book now via Webtickets or our website.
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #ZineMaking #DIYPublishing #SkillSharing
Book now via Webtickets or our website.
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#OBF2025 #WorkshopWeek #OpenBookFestival #ZineMaking #DIYPublishing #SkillSharing