Mark your calendars and get ready for a literary extravaganza!
The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is making a grand return from January 31st to February 6th, 2024. This seven-day celebration of the written word, now in its 16th edition, promises a lineup of world-renowned authors, creators, and thought leaders, making it a must-attend event for bibliophiles.
What’s in Store at Emirates Literature Festival 2024?
The festival boasts an impressive roster of speakers, including American poet Claudia Rankine, Silicon Valley entrepreneur Tony Fadell, and the talented author of Fourth Wing, Rebecca Yarros, making her regional debut.
For BookTok enthusiasts, Curtis Sittenfeld, the author of Romantic Comedy, will grace the festival with her presence.
K-pop fans will have the opportunity to delve into the biography of the sensational BTS with author Anton Hur. Francesca Cartier Brickell, a direct descendant of the Cartier family, Zahra Lari, the pioneering figure skater from the UAE, and many more literary luminaries are set to take the stage.
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Welcome Back: Returning Names to Look Forward To
Behavioral expert Thomas Erikson, renowned for his best-selling book Surrounded By Idiots, will be returning once again to share his wisdom.
Lucy Hawking, daughter of the legendary Stephen Hawking, will enchant audiences with insights into her new children’s fiction series, Princess Olivia Investigates.
Ali Abu Al Reesh, an esteemed Arabic author, and poet, and award-winning Palestinian writer Dana Dajani is also on the lineup.
For those fluent in Japanese, don’t miss the chance to book a session with Toshikazu Kawaguchi, the author of the beloved book series Before the Coffee Gets Cold.
New Experiences to Unleash Your Literary Spirit
Excitingly, the festival introduces four new experiences to enrich the literary journey. LitFest After Hours invites festival-goers to indulge in performances, games, activities, and food under the stars from February 1st to 4th.
Discover Talks offers free lectures exploring diverse topics, from the Spiderverse to Chinese mythology, the Arabic language, and artificial intelligence.
Families with little bookworms can immerse themselves in LitFest Families, featuring top-notch children’s storytellers and illustrators spanning various genres. University and high school students are encouraged to join Youth Day, a day tailored for the curious mind, covering themes from artificial intelligence to literature, business, and sustainability, all anchored in Arabic culture.
Stay in the loop with the latest updates by following @emirateslitfest on social media, and don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the world of literature and be inspired by the incredible lineup at the Emirates Literature Festival 2024!
