Summary
  • George Town Literary Festival returns for its 16th edition.
  • Free three-day passes available for general festival programmes.
  • International authors, workshops and children’s activities featured.

GEORGE TOWN, October 28 — The George Town Literary Festival will return from November 27 to 29, offering free access to literary discussions, performances and selected activities.

Held at Wisma Yeap Chor Ee and Bangunan U.A.B., the festival’s 16th edition carries the theme “Cosmopolises.”

Featured writers include Tan Twan Eng and Alice Jolly, while National Laureate Muhammad Haji Salleh will deliver the opening keynote.

Visitors can register for free three-day passes online, although selected workshops and special events require separate tickets.