Dua Lipa is proving she’s more than just a pop star — she’s a literary force. The singer has announced the lineup for the London Literature Festival, which she is personally curating through her Service95 Book Club. The festival runs from October 21 to November 1 at London’s iconic Southbank Centre, which is also celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. Tickets for the general public go on sale August 5, and you’ll want to act fast.
The lineup is seriously impressive. Dua will sit down for conversations with award-winning author Zadie Smith, rock and memoir legend Patti Smith, and Sudanese-Canadian poet and singer Mustafa. Other guests include Nobel Peace Prize winner Nadia Murad, bestselling author Malorie Blackman, and spoken word artist Kae Tempest. Dua says she wanted to create a space that brings together exciting writers, poets, and thinkers from around the globe, and she’s definitely delivered.
This festival is the longest-running literature and spoken word event in London, and having Dua Lipa at the helm makes it feel fresh and current. Whether you’re a bookworm or just curious about the buzz, this is the cultural event of the season. Would you travel to London for this festival? Let us know in the comments.
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