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We are also thrilled to announce that our Festival returns from 21 to 25 October 2026! Mark your calendars and get ready to be inspired, challenged and transformed.






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Writing
Your Story
at Cap Karoso

Join us for a writing adventure at the boutique-style resort Cap Karoso, led by the Australian Pulitzer Prize-winning author Geraldine Brooks.
2026 Writing Retreat
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Geraldine Brooks
4-Day Writing Retreat
At Cap Karoso
A boutique-style resort
On the island of Sumba
Venture into vibrant villages
Kilometers of untouched sand beaches
Your Stay
Drift into sunset cocktails and luscious dinners.
This isn’t just a getaway. It’s a tapestry woven with creativity, exploration, and the kind of tranquillity you didn’t know you needed.
Janet DeNeefe, Festival Founder & Director

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Learn more about our hospitality partners, perfect spots to pop into between events for lunch, wine, cocktails, and more.
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NARI Ubud
Apéritif - A Fine Dining Destination
Jingga Restaurant at Bumi Kinar
Indus Restaurant

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Janet DeNeefe nominated for Impact Hero of the Year
Secrets from the Green Room: 2025 Festival Edition
Meet our Programme Curators: Namal Siddiqui
Meet Our Programme Curators: Gustra Adnyana
Meet The Moderators: Q&A with Jewel Topsfield
Meet the Moderators: Q&A with Luna Vidya
We are Hiring! HR Coordinator and Director’s Assistant
Meet the Moderators: Q&A with Janet Steele
What I appreciate most about Ubud Writers & Readers Festival is the absence of censorship. Ideas and conversations flow in all directions, boldly and vibrantly, just as they should.
Isabelle Amy, 2025 Festival Attendee
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Kementerian Kebudayaan Republik Indonesia
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Honeymoon Guest House
Plataran Ubud Hotel & Spa
Plataran Heritage Borobudur
Bumi Kinar
Casa Luna
Indus Restaurant
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Planet Wheeler
MTN Seni Budaya
The Pita Maha
Soulshine Bali
Bronze Partners
Embassy of Ireland, Jakarta
Indian Embassy Jakarta
Australian Embassy Jakarta
Embassy of Colombia in Indonesia
Samsara Ubud
Biznet
Blibli
Di Sini Di Sana by Rachman & Sons
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NOW! Jakarta
NOW! Bali
Makna Talks
Seasia News
Whiteboard Journal
IDN Times
Magdalene
Omong-Omong
Instant Karma Magazine
Diamond Accommodation Partners
JEEVAWASA
Metland Venya Ubud
Kano Sari Ubud Villas
Nakula: Bali Villa Management and Private Villas
SereS Springs Resort & Spa Singakerta, Ubud
SenS Hotel & Spa + Conference Ubud Town Centre
The LUXE Ubud
The Westin Resort & Spa Ubud, Bali
Visesa Ubud Resort

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