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Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest returns for its 15th edition! Founded in 2010 by Anil Dharker, this much-loved festival is a celebration of literary excellence, and is proud to be recognised as one of the most important arts festivals in India.
With an exciting line-up of authors and a range of conversations, book launches, workshops and much more, the litfest brings all literature lovers together.
EXPERIENCE THE FESTIVAL
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CONVERSATIONS
Enjoy stimulating conversations among authors. Delve into historical worlds, enter future realms, or find out more about your favourite fictional characters!
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DEBATE
Who doesn't enjoy a gripping debate? Witness speakers battle each other - armed with only their intellectual prowess - and you get to decide who wins!
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BOOK LAUNCHES
The latest books will be launched at the festival. Don’t miss the opportunity to get your hands on the most awaited books and get personalised signed copies!
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POETRY IN THE PARK
Diverse verses and resonant voices
A poetry open mic hosted by Poets of Mumbai
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BOOK SWAP
Take a book, leave a book—participate in this exciting exchange and provide old books with new homes.
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LANGUAGE IN FOCUS
Celebrate Marathi as our Language in Focus with Jaywant Dalvi, Slovenian poetry, Mahesh Elkunchwar's essays, photos of the Vari, and Dalit food traditions.
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STORYTELLING
Listen to authors as they bring their stories to life on stage.
PERFORMANCES
Literature meets music, poetry and theatre at the festival. Take your pick, and enjoy a lovely evening of performances.
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WORKSHOPS
If you have always wanted to write poetry or non-fiction, if you have wanted to hone your literary skills, the festival has you covered. Learn from some of the brilliant minds out there.
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AWARDS
Celebrate some of the finest authors of our times, with the Literature Live! Awards.
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MYSTORY READINGS
Where creativity meets passion. Listen to winners from our online contest read out their original piece of writing.
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BOOK SIGNINGS
Get your books signed by your favourite author.
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BOOK IN FOCUS
Discuss The Metamorphosis and listen to reviews of Kafka’s seminal novella.
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VRWANDLUNG
Experience Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis from a whole new perspective through our virtual reality installation.
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15-17 November 2024 at NCPA
3 DAYS
125 AUTHORS
13 COUNTRIES
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