As the sun rises on the fourth day of the Ceylon Literary Festival, attendees will experience a sense of enrichment and inspiration. The festival’s commitment to fostering creativity and cultural exchange continued to shine brightly in the heart of Colombo.
The coincidental meeting of two lovers captures the alluring, unpredictable nature of fate in both fiction and reality. The instant two souls collide, whether it be by a quick gaze across a packed room or an apparently random encounter in an ordinary setting, ignites a spark that begins a growing passion.
The festival’s third day will also feature a captivating lineup of predominantly international authors engaging in enlightening conversations. These cleverly themed curated sessions will delve into contemporary topics such as body image’s role in literature, the allure of murder mysteries, or the intricacies of screenwriting.
The second day of the Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival (CLF) will unfold tomorrow (09th Feb 2024) at Suisse Hotel Kandy with more engaging panel discussions and a captivating exploration of Helga’s Folly, a fan favourite unique venue with art and rich history.
In a celebration of literature, art, and culture, the inaugural day of the Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival (CLF) is set to kick off tomorrow (Feb 08, 2024) at Trinity College Kandy. The Lit-fest, curated by celebrated author Ashok Ferrey, promises a vibrant tapestry of literature creativity, showcasing the essence of Sri Lankan literature and the most-sorted global giants in literature and art.
The Galle Literary Festival just concluded with a bang! And the literary excitement that ignited late last year won’t slow down as the Ceylon Literary Festival is around the corner! And Asian […]
3 Steps to Knowing Yourself by Arun Kumar Saxena is a Wonderful Book on Self-improvement, It Draws Roadmap for Self-Discovery.
The story takes place in 1961, when Goa was ruled by Portuguese. Shirly Quarachim’s happy childhood abruptly ends when her father is taken into custody on treasonous allegations. She has to battle fearsome dhowmen, resistance fighters, and a ruthless policeman who enjoys torturing people
My Name is Cinnamon’ makes the reader connect with the plot while piping up their curiosity. The reader feels more attached to the novel as the reading progresses. It allows the readers to be in the shoes of an adopted child. The author demonstrates his ordinary skill by providing minute details of Cinnamon’s life, leaving no room for interpretation when it comes to the feelings and emotions of the character.
The renowned Page Turner Awards, an international writing competition that celebrates exceptional storytelling, proudly announces its opening to submissions for the 2024 season
My Tiny Chaotic Universe by Jithu Biji Thomas: A Poetry Collection of Complex and Subtle Thoughts
The vivid descriptions contribute to the atmospheric tension, making the setting an integral part of the narrative. The pacing is well-balanced, allowing for moments of reflection and character development amidst the breakneck action sequences.
“The World’s No.1 Literary Festival”, said Harper’s Bazaar, witnessing its launch in 2005. The Galle Literary Festival has become the most anticipated Literary Festival, hosting a variety of talks, workshops and exhibitions in an incredibly familiar atmosphere.
As a firm believer in fair business practices, I emphasise that success is a two-way street. If accusations against a publisher hold merit, proper evidence should be presented for a fair judgment. Notably, established and bestselling authors often maintain a trusting relationship with their publishers, recognising the multifaceted investments made, including time and labour.
Agnes Chew’s Eternal Summer of my Homeland delves into a wide range of themes that have a direct focus on family bonds and relationships. The importance of sparing time for them and the love and affection one should merely build among the family members.
This enthralling young adult fantasy and mythical-fiction, presumably first in the series, The Heiress: the Cursed Queen transports readers to mythical worlds of the galaxies, fabled creatures, and magic pots of devils and evil forces.
Arefa Tehsin, the shortlisted author for the Best Author Award by The Hindu, arrives in Sri Lanka to take part in a literary discussion and book signing event organised by The Asia […]
Koshalee Sirichandra is an emerging literary personality in Sri Lanka who demonstrates that writers are limitless. She has authored one book and translated several well-known titles into Sinhala. Koshalee has been contributing to The Asian Review’s Writers’ Space with her intriguing short stories and profound poetic-craft.
So, being a signatory and state party to the UNESCO Florence Agreement on the importation of educational, scientific and cultural materials, Sri Lanka must show its integrity to the global tools to which it is a signatory and its trustworthiness to the world.
The entire pack stopped and stood still. The four holding my ankles and wrists ran away. A few others, too, ran away with them. One bastard peed on my face and ran away with the rest. I collected all my strength, got up, and ran for my life. I have no idea where I ran.
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