
George Town Literary Festival 2025 - Festival keynote: Tash Aw
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| 29/11/2025 | 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM |

Malaysia’s leading celebration of stories returns for its 15th edition! This year’s George Town Literary Festival explores Urban Myths and Memories through panels, readings, performances, and workshops featuring 37 writers and artists from 13 countries.
George Town Literary Festival 2025
Malaysia’s leading celebration of stories returns for its 15th edition! This year’s George Town Literary Festival explores Urban Myths and Memories through panels, readings, performances, and workshops featuring 37 writers and artists from 13 countries.
Join us in Penang’s heritage heart for three days of conversation, creativity, and discovery. Admission is free with a Festival Pass, except for workshops and select events.
Explore the full programme breakdown on the official George Town Literary Festival website.
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29 November
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Festival keynote: Tash Aw
Location
UAB Hall
Booker Prize–shortlisted author Tash Aw delivers the GTLF 2025 keynote, reflecting on how memory, myth, and migration shape the stories we tell.