Schedule
How a festival session runs
Every cycle follows the same clear structure. Exact dates and times are confirmed with each participant by the account manager.
Feature dates
Confirmed feature dates
Feature day
August 30, 2026
Featured authors and their books are published and promoted across festival channels on this date.
Feature day
September 15, 2026
Featured authors and their books are published and promoted across festival channels on this date.
Feature day
September 30, 2026
Featured authors and their books are published and promoted across festival channels on this date.
Programme
Session running order
- 01
Opening Ceremony
Welcome address from founder Abdull Pro, introduction of the season's featured authors and the festival theme.
- 02
Author Interview
One-to-one recorded conversations with participating authors about their book, process and inspiration.
- 03
Book Discussion
A moderated panel exploring themes, characters and craft across the featured titles.
- 04
Reader Questions
Live audience Q&A — readers put their questions directly to the authors.
- 05
Networking Session
Open room for authors, publishers, educators and readers to connect and exchange contacts.
- 06
Closing Ceremony
Highlights, digital certificates presented to participants and announcement of the next cycle.
Virtual Participation ($250) includes a live slot in the interview, discussion and Q&A segments. Digital Placement ($150) participants are featured throughout the promotion around the programme.
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