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Book Choice - The Franschhoek Literary Festival - 30 April 24
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We’re heading into May, which means The Franschhoek Literary Festival is coming up. They draw some of the biggest local and international names in fiction and non-fiction, and this year is no exception. So to highlight this incredible opportunity for South African Book, politics and literary lovers, we thought we’d dedicate an entire show, that’s a full hour, to the festival. Join the festival director who will be sharing the inside track with you.
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We’re heading into May, which means The Franschhoek Literary Festival is coming up. They draw some of the biggest local and international names in fiction and non-fiction, and this year is no exception. So to highlight this incredible opportunity for South African Book, politics and literary lovers, we thought we’d dedicate an entire show, that’s a full hour, to the festival. Join the festival director who will be sharing the inside track with you.
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