Salon Hecate at Open Book Festival

Salon Hecate at Open Book Festival

There was great excitement when Salon Hecate was asked to stage a panel at the always vibrant Open Book Festival, happening from 8-10 September. This annual feast of books, poetry and conversations on current issues is the most influential literary event in Cape Town,...
How (not) to write about sex with Helen Moffett

How (not) to write about sex with Helen Moffett

Writing convincing and entertaining sex scenes is not only an art, but takes skill. Join veteran editor Helen Moffett in her writing workshop on 16 March to learn the tricks of the trade when it comes to writing riveting purple prose. “As an editor and a reader,...
An evening of equine literature

An evening of equine literature

Our visual arts exhibition isn’t the only “Horsing Around” event in Feb: Salon Hecate will be hosting an evening of equine literature on 6 February. We have some beautiful and unusual material to share with you. If you think of Noordhoek, chances are...
Coffee table book signing with local authors

Coffee table book signing with local authors

Pop in on Saturday, 17 December between 3pm and 5pm to meet the local authors of some especially beautiful coffee table books celebrating our environment. Featuring local photographer and author Fiona Meijer and her exquisite RISE, an uplifting collection of a...
Local literary magic with Helen Moffett

Local literary magic with Helen Moffett

Helen Moffett, veteran of the South African publishing and writing scene, is collaborating with Noordhoek Art Point gallery to launch Salon Hecate on Friday, 9 December, a monthly gathering of book enthusiasts to celebrate prose and poetry alongside the visual arts. ...