Sequoia Nagamatsu’s debut novel, How High We Go in the Dark, follows generations of intricately-connected characters as humanity attempts to rebuild after a pandemic. This haunting and hopeful story about …
Read more
With the advent of streaming services, books are being relied on more than ever to provide content. But what actually goes into the long process of turning a novel into …
Read more
In the last few decades, representations of complex women’s issues in popular culture and media have been on the rise. How do female directors negotiate the demands of mainstream audiences …
Read more
Ubud Story Walks organizes historical walking tours for curious travelers in Ubud. Passionate about charting genuine experiences inspired by Bali’s unique history, all tours are led by certified Balinese guides. …
Read more
Lives Between the Lines is a family story of Michael Vatikiotis’s grandparents and parents in the Levant, spanning from the mid-1800s to the end of the Second World War in …
Read more
Hidden histories, secret identities and words unspoken. How do writers enrich their fictional worlds with layers that only unfold and reveal themselves over time? Writers Clarissa Goenawan, Karina Robles Bahrin …
Read more
Memories often serve as inspiration for a writer’s works. No matter how far one may travel through place and time, we are always influenced by some of our most memorable …
Read more
Anyone can tell you a story, but not everyone is a good storyteller. This workshop is designed to help parents and adults hone their storytelling skills. Reading and storytelling to …
Read more
From yoga and meditation to the importance of diet, self-care, and survival, Fariha Roisin, Tim Baker, Brigid Delaney, and Desi Anwar share their personal stories on the ultimate meaning of …
Read more
This is Marina Mahathir’s story, from her perspective and no one else’s. It is, she hopes, the answer to the question: What is it like to be Dr. M’s daughter? …
Read more
Between 21 – 23 October, we are joining forces again with Writing WA to present a three-day celebration transporting the magic of Ubud to Perth. Learn more about the in-person …
Southeast Asia’s leading Festival of words and ideas announces its main program for 2022 – inviting audiences to discover unique voices and exceptional literature from corners both known and unknown, …
Sister festival:
