WORKSHOP| Writers are Troublemakers

The Hong Kong International Literary Festival (HKILF) inspires the joy of reading by bringing the world’s writers and stories to Hong Kong’s diverse communities. A dynamic year-round programme and an annual festival offer dialogue, entertainment and perspective, while the Young Readers Festival (YRF) motivates students to engage with all aspects of the written word, improving communication skills, while nurturing the art of writing and storytelling.The annual festival features established and emerging writers from around the world, alongside local literary talents, in a programme that includes panel discussions, book talks, readings, workshops, walks, school programmes, performances, and more.We are a not-for-profit, charitable organisation dedicated to bringing the best in the literary arts to Hong Kong. For more information, please visit our website atwww.festival.org.hk

Hong Kong International Literary Festival

Transform troublemaking into extraordinary stories with Deborah Abela!

藝穗會

Hong Kong International Literary Festival 2025

Find the HKILF 2025 Brochure and timetable here: https://bit.ly/4gVCgrl
This year every ticket purchase includes an exclusive perk: the complimentary 'LitFest Guide to HK' by Zolima CityMag!

<h1>Writers are Troublemakers</h1>Speaker: Deborah Abela Event DetailsDate: 2 March (Sunday)Time: 11:15am-12:00noonVenue: Fringe Club - Fringe DairyPrice: HKD198 (include admission for one parent and one child)Language: EnglishFormat: Interactive EventCategory: Walks &amp; Workshops Biography:Deborah Abela is a trained teacher and was the producer/writer of an Australian national Kids’ TV show before leaving to write 30 books for children. These include her cranky climate change trilogy, Grimsdon, New City and Final Storm, her love letter to books, booksellers and librarians: The Book of Wondrous Possibilities, and The Kindness Project, a story about four kids who try to change the world with a school project. Deb has won awards for her books but mostly hopes to be as brave as her characters.  Description:Ever since Deborah Abela was 7 she’s been good at making trouble. In this interactive event she’ll share how being a troublemaker led her to write about flying machines, sword fights, wondrous books and sea monsters. She’ll use images, videos and interactive storytelling to explain why writing is so much fun and will lead children through a series of exciting activities to help them turn troublemaking into their fantastic and engaging stories. Join Deb to get your kids excited about books, reading and writing. Suitable for ages 8-13 years old.  Presented with the support of the Australian Consulate-General Hong Kong.Presented in partnership with Croucher Science Week, a free festival exploring science and the world around us. Visit croucherscienceweek.hk to find out more.

Don’t miss our special offer: Buy 3, Get 1 Complimentary!Purchase 3 tickets to any events under HKILF 2025 and claim a complimentary seat at one of these exciting talks:•⁠ ⁠4th March (Tue): Asako Yuzuki at Central Library (6:30-8pm)•⁠ ⁠5th March (Wed): Steven Schwankert at Central Library (6:45-8pm) To redeem your complimentary seat, email us at info@festival.org.hk with:•⁠ ⁠Your 3 ticket order numbers•⁠ ⁠The event you’d like to attendHurry! Offer valid for a limited time! Please note that:*We are unable to process refunds, please consider your ticket purchase a donation to the festival.*Photos and videos of participants may be taken during the activities, which may be used by the organiser and the major sponsor for educational and promotional purposes in any way deemed appropriate, including dissemination through printed and online channels. Participation in the programme will constitute the participants’ consent to the above arrangement. <h3>Become a<a href="https://www.festival.org.hk/support/donation/" title="https://www.festival.org.hk/support/donation/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Patron Supporter</a> to gain exclusive access to HKILF events. All donations are tax deductible.</h3>ABOUT HKILFThe Hong Kong International Literary Festival (HKILF) inspires the joy of reading by bringing the world’s writers and stories to Hong Kong’s diverse communities. A dynamic year-round programme and an annual festival offer dialogue, entertainment and perspective, while the Young Readers Festival (YRF) motivates students to engage with all aspects of the written word, improving communication skills, while nurturing the art of writing and storytelling.The annual festival features established and emerging writers from around the world, alongside local literary talents, in a programme that includes panel discussions, book talks, readings, workshops, walks, school programmes, performances, and more.We are a registered charity non-profit organisation dedicated to bringing the best in the literary arts to Hong Kong. To find more, please visit our official website:<a href="https://www.festival.org.hk/" title="https://www.festival.org.hk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> </a><a href="https://www.festival.org.hk" title="https://www.festival.org.hk" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.festival.org.hk</a>.

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