Pratik A Magazine of Contemporary Writing

09/01/2026

Himalayan Literature Festival & Writers Workshop 2026 Warm-Up Reading at New Delhi World Book Fair

We are delighted to welcome Austrian poet and novelist Andreas Unterweger to the Himalayan Literature Festival & Writers Workshop (HLF-WWK) 2026 Warm-Up Reading, held at the International Pavilion, Hall 4, New Delhi World Book Fair, on 14 January at 11:00 a.m.

The event will also feature the launch of Yuyutsu Sharma’s new poetry collection, In God’s Messy Workplace: New Poems.

A leading voice in contemporary European literature, Andreas Unterweger is an Austrian writer and the editor of the legendary literary magazine manuskripte. Born in Graz, Austria, he is the author of several acclaimed works of poetry and prose, including Haus ohne Türen. Gedichte (2025), So long, Annemarie (2022), Das gelbe Buch (The Yellow Book), and Wie im Siebenten (On Cloud No. 7).

His writing has been widely translated and published internationally, with notable editions released in Paris and Belgrade. Unterweger is the recipient of major literary honors, including the Academy of Graz Literary Prize and the prestigious manuskripte Prize.

Join us for this special warm-up event in New Delhi with Andreas Unterweger’s ahead of the Himalayan Literature Festival & Writers Workshop 2026 in Kathmandu.



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08/01/2026

Great News!
The Himalayan Literature Festival & Writers’ Workshop is delighted to announce a partnership with the American Writers’ Workshop, New York. This collaboration opens new pathways for creative exchange, mentorship, and global literary dialogue, bringing writers from the Himalayas and beyond into conversation with one another.

More details here: https://share.google/O04g16JQxEZA2mRcI

07/01/2026

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03/01/2026

Ushering the New:
A Dozen Poets from Four Continents Read for HLF–WWK 2026
New York 8am South Africa 3pm (15:00) Denmark 2pm (14:00) Nepal 6:45pm
Hosted by JahRose Nthabiseng Jafta & Jami Proctor Xu
In the spirit of literary exchange and global solidarity, a dozen poets from four continents gather for a special warm-up reading in celebration of the upcoming Himalayan Literature Festival & Writers Workshop (HLF–WWK 2026), scheduled to take place in Kathmandu from 29 May to 5 June 2026.
This international reading brings together voices shaped by diverse histories, languages, and landscapes—poets whose work speaks across borders and traditions. The event serves as a prelude to HLF–WWK 2026, offering a glimpse into the festival’s commitment to dialogue, creative collaboration, and the power of poetry to connect cultures across continents.
Participating Poets:
Yuyutsu Sharma (HLF-WWK Curator and Himalayan Poet)
Cindy Lynn Brown (Denmark)
Stan Montsho (South Africa)
Kathleen Willard (USA)
JahRose Nthabiseng Jafta (South Africa)
Mphutlane wa Bofelo (South Africa)
Lara Gularte (USA)
Lama Itzot (Zhang Haibin) (Nuosu Yi / China)
Jami Proctor Xu (USA)
Xiao Xiao (China)
Charmaine Mrwebi (South Africa)
MoAfrika wa Mokhathi (South Africa)
Together, these poets usher in a renewed literary season, celebrating poetry as a living, evolving art form—one that listens deeply, resists silence, and imagines new futures. This gathering marks not only a celebration of voices from across the world, but also an invitation to readers and writers alike to join the journey toward HLF–WWK 2026.

31/12/2025

Himalayan Literature Poetry Film Festival to collaborate with leading Delhi International Film in 2026 and screen a film on legendry Hindi poet and novelist Amrita Pritam

With the great pleasure to inform you that the 12th Delhi International Film Festival, 2025 is being organized from 8th to 12th Dec 2025 at Proposed Venue Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Delhi as a 5 day event, in association with the Information & Broadcasting Ministry and Governmen...

31/12/2025

Great news!
Annapurna Poems and Lost Horoscope, along with other titles by Tony Barnstone, David Daniel, Tim Tomlinson, Ruth Danon, Carrie Magness Radna, and more, are now in stock for North American distribution through Itasca Book Distribution.

Explore the collection here:

This is a major anthology by world-renowned Himalayan Poet who has made Annapurna region his home for last two decades. Yuyutsu's devotion for the mountains and the people living there is unparalleled. Though his work was interrupted with the rise of insurgency and the consequent political turmo...

29/12/2025

The Himalini English news of Poetry Film festival at Himalayan Literature Festival

Kathmandu, Nepal – The Himalayan Literature Festival & Writers Workshop (HLF–WWK) has announced the introduction of a groundbreaking Poetry Film Festival as part of its 2026 event, marking the …

24/12/2025

HLF-WWK 2026 Poetry Flim Festival new today in leading Daily, The Rising Nepal
https://risingnepaldaily.com/news/73036?fbclid=IwT01FWAO_V3JleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR58TrPpJ06zbtuH-hpJmhFdT7iW9GLZ0GOSP7XNcneeJPU6QC_l75XqXiuvhA_aem_YFRT5nVNiLxsp9X81Liz2g

23/12/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Montreal-based poet and author Edith Hakimian to the Himalayan Literature Festival!

Known for her powerful explorations of migration, identity, and belonging, Edith’s work has been celebrated in competitions like the Antidote Poetry Competition and featured in journals including Souffle inédit and Traces.

Don’t miss her readings and discussions at HLF 2026!

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