The Seoul International Writers' Festival, held since 2006, is a global literary festival aimed at expanding readers' opportunities for literary enjoyment and creating a platform for the exchange between Korean literature and world literature on Seoul’s stage. Celebrating its 12th edition this year, the festival presents various literary events such as talks, performances, and exhibitions with the theme of "Crossing the Bridge of Language," featuring the participation of writers worldwide.
[Event Highlights]
- Opening Ceremony/Performance: Domestic and international writers deliver lectures on "Crossing the Bridge of Language," followed by an opening ceremony and celebratory performance with diverse speakers.
- Writer, Face to Face: Dialogue sessions between two domestic and international writers, focusing on social issues and their literary worlds.
- Writers' Chit-Chat: Panel discussions featuring 2-3 domestic and international writers on literary topics and language-related sub-themes.
- Exhibition: "Reader's Perspective" from September 2, 2023, to September 13, 2023.
[Event Venues]
Nodeulseom Island Live House, Multipurpose Hall, Nodeul Gallery 2