Each year the Cape Town Book Fair has expanded, and most recently the visitor capacity has reached right around 45,000. The fair has been commended for its ability to encompass the majority of great authors and publishers making splashes in the book scene when the event take place.

The Cape Town Book Fair combines an intelligent atmosphere with over 240 different events. Everyone is subject to enjoy an event perfect for them at the fair, which holds a wide array of public seminars, author events, and author readings. In addition there will be high-profile writers and social commentators present, so get ready to listen to the greatest, as well as possibly bumping into them on your lunch break!

The book fair has been switched this year to become biennale event, meaning that the next fair will be held June 12-14 2012, and will be just as grand as ever. The planning committee is working hard on the revamped Cape Town Book Fair, so don't miss the opportunity to be part of the world-renowned event. The Cape Town Book Fair is held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, located on Cape Town's northern foreshore.

If you are traveling to the Cape Town Book Fair as a family don't worry, there are Children's Zone Programmes set up for the kids so that they are content all day while the adults may roam around however they please. Looking for a place to stay to perfectly accommodate your Cape Town Book Fair adventure? Try the family run hostel Penthouse On Long Backpackers, only a convenient short distance from the Convention Centre.

What: Cape Town Book Fair
When: June 12-14 2012
Where: Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town Africa
URL: www.capetownbookfair.com