International Writers at the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival

International Writers at the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
Bali, Indonesia,
6-11 October 2005

Poetry and prose readings by some of the world's most renowned authors will be complemented by public discussions, debates on literary and political topics, long literary lunches, challenging workshops, informative panels, astonishing traditional theatre and jazz improvisations.

As well as a strong contingent of Indonesia's best writers, special international guests will include Michael Ondaatje, Sri Lankan Canadian author of Booker Prize- winning The English Patient, who will reveal the secrets of his magical prose and poetry in a discussion of his life and work.

Kirsty Sword Gusmao, Timor Leste's First Lady, will discuss her best-selling memoir, A Woman of Independence, and life in the world's youngest nation. Poet and President Xanana Gusmao will join her to read excerpts from her book, their secret letters and his poetry.

Nury Vittachi, one of the stars of last year's festival and creator of the world's favourite Feng Shui detective, will return from Hong Kong armed with fresh humor to discuss The Da Vinci Code from a Feng Shui perspective.

Amitav Ghosh, Randhir Khare and Chetan Bhagat will conver se to the gentle chords of the Sarod in a session focusing on three generations of Indian writers.

Ubud Writers Festival