HKBU 2026 IWW Writers-in-Residence: Opening Conversation (3 March 2026)
The International Writers’ Workshop (IWW) at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) warmly invites you to join our Opening Conversation on Tuesday, 3 March 2026 as we launch our 2026 Writers-in-Residence Programme.
Moderated by Prof. James Shea, Director of the IWW, this event will feature six acclaimed writers who will present short readings of their work and share insights from their writing practice:
Dong Li (Poet & Translator, Germany)
Gabriela Babnik Ouattara (Novelist & Translator, Slovenia)
Mashiul Alam (Novelist & Translator, Bangladesh)
Rob Doyle (Novelist, Ireland)
Susan Barker (Novelist, UK)
Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor (Novelist, Kenya)
Event Details
Opening Conversation Date: 3 March 2026 (Tuesday) Time: 4:30 – 6:00 PM Venue: SCC 201, Madam Kwok Chung Bo Fun Sports and Cultural Centre, Shaw Campus, HKBU (see attached campus map) Language: English
Attached please find the writers’ bio for your reference.
Founded in 2004, the IWW has brought together more than 150 writers from over 55 countries, fostering literary exchange and creative collaboration within Hong Kong and beyond. Find out more on the IWW website and IWW Facebook page.
Kindly register now via this link to reserve a seat, as this event is free-of-charge and open to public.
For enquiries, please contact us at iwwevent@hkbu.edu.hk. We look forward to seeing you!
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