ILF2013

Actor Nimra Bucha pulls off play amidst glitches and gaffes.

Writers and directors at Islamabad Literary Festival say commercial success takes precedence over quality.

Just in the past one year, 102 people have written and published a short story in Urdu: Hameed Shahid

Granta Award winner Kamila Shamshie read out extracts from her upcoming novel.

Experts emphasise on updating the existing curriculum.

New book contends colonialism did more harm than good to the language and culture.

Democracy may not save the country, experts say.

Panelists debate stereotypes, myths and realities of writing about the country.

The multi-faceted writer, journalist in his element; readings and discussion.

Discussion on nuclear security proliferates into people clamoring for their 15 minutes.

Speakers warn against overreliance on influence over Taliban.

Dr Tariq Rehman’s new book analyses the history and development of the two languages.

Social media stars debate YouTube ban, state’s policymaking, information sharing issues.

Writers and poets capture the society ethos as nothing else.

'Dynastic politics, considered a necessary evil in an illiterate nation, has always been a beloved talking point'

Military establishment’s propensity to pursue a ‘national security’ has placed the country in an economic crisis.

They are of the view that English poetry is being written in Pakistan and has considerable audience.

Poets say a new trend to promote peace and self-critique is emerging.

Man Booker International Prize 2013 nominee discusses his mentors.

LUMS professor says too much stress on political parties may actually corrupt the revolution.

The event is packed with sessions on literature and political issues.

If you are in Islamabad on Tuesday don’t miss Beo Raana Zafar doing stand-up at the literature festival.

First Islamabad Literary Festival to be held next month.