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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.






Save the date: 21—25 October 2026!
Save the date: 21—25 October 2026!
Save the date: 21—25 October 2026!
Save the date: 21—25 October 2026!
Save the date: 21—25 October 2026!
Save the date: 21—25 October 2026!
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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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Apéritif - A Fine Dining Destination
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Indus Restaurant

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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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Indian Embassy Jakarta
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Embassy of Colombia in Indonesia
Australian Embassy Jakarta
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Whiteboard Journal
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MTN Seni Budaya
The Pita Maha
Planet Wheeler
Soulshine Bali
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Bumi Kinar
Plataran Heritage Borobudur
Honeymoon Guest House
Plataran Ubud Hotel & Spa
Casa Luna
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