The Jaipur Literature Festival, celebrated as the “greatest literary show on earth,” is set to return for its 18th edition from January 30 to February 5, 2025, at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur. Ahead of the main Festival, Teamwork Arts hosted an exclusive preview at The Leela Palace, New Delhi, offering a glimpse into the detailed programming that defines this global literary extravaganza.

This year, the Festival’s themes reflect narratives that shape our world and books that have sparked our imagination across a variety of sessions.

Sessions focusing on themes such as Democracy and Equality will examine the timeless quest for justice and the truths behind constitutional ideals. The Crime Fiction segment will highlight thrilling narratives filled with mystery and suspense, while the Biographies and Memoirs section promises intimate insights into extraordinary lives. Food enthusiasts can indulge in the Gastronomy theme that celebrates culinary traditions across cultures. Sessions on theatre adaptations, cinema, history, and culture will present an array of perspectives, celebrating the diverse narratives that shape our collective heritage.

The Festival will feature an impressive lineup of speakers, including Abhijit Banerjee, Anita Anand, Ijeoma Oluo, Stephen Greenblatt, and many others. A commitment to inclusivity remains vital to the Festival, with the return of the Sign Language Interpretation Sessions ensuring accessibility for everyone.

The event will host over 300 luminaries, including Nobel laureates, Booker Prize winners, journalists, policymakers, and acclaimed writers. The concurrent Jaipur BookMark (JBM), South Asia’s leading publishing conclave, will celebrate its 12th year with a focus on translations, storytelling innovations, and the role of AI in shaping the future of publishing.

William Dalrymple stated, “The Jaipur Literature Festival… serves as a global platform where some of the world’s most influential voices come together to engage, inspire, and exchange ideas.”

Namita Gokhale noted, “This edition weaves a dynamic mosaic of books, ideas, arguments, and epiphanies, opening windows to many worlds and celebrating a unique linguistic landscape of ‘Many Languages, One Literature.’”

Sanjoy K. Roy highlighted the festival’s aim to foster a thoughtful exchange of ideas that connect individuals and communities. The Festival not only celebrates the written word but also acts as a movement that fosters shared narratives and informed discourse.

“The Jaipur Literature Festival returns to cast its web of magical enchantment.” - Namita Gokhale.

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Join us for an extraordinary celebration of literature, ideas, and dialogue, where the greatest authors will showcase their works and insights.