AMID the misty hills of Wayanad, a cosy literature festival unlike any other unfolded over the past weekend—a gathering reminiscent of the charm of old-world literary meets.
This unique appeal defined the Wayanad Literary Festival (WLF), held at a school in the rural village of Dwaraka in Mananthavady.
Locals, students, and visitors walked shoulder to shoulder with writers such as M Mukundan, K R Meera, and S Hareesh, historian John Keay, and actor Prakash Raj.
The festival, which concluded on Sunday, featured discussions on topics ranging from poetry, literature (both old and new), politics, law, and journalism to AI and climate change.
However, what truly set this fest apart was its accessibility.
Locals were encouraged to enter the venue, attend panel discussions, exhibitions, or listen to their favourite authors reading aloud by a bonfire.
Journalist and festival director Vinod K Jose described the collective brainstorming process as "building a bridge".
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