π Beyond What Meets the Eye: Autumn at the 2025 Seoul International Writers’ Festival π Every autumn, Seoul turns into a cozy haven for book lovers — and 2025 is no exception! From September 12 to 17, the 14th Seoul International Writers’ Festival (SIWF) is back, ready to welcome readers, writers, and dreamers from all around the world. Held at Ground Seoul in Insadong, Jongno-gu — right in the cultural heart of the city — this year’s theme, “( ) Meets the Eye,” invites us to look beyond what’s visible and find the hidden beauty in stories, ideas, and human connection. π Good news: Admission is completely free! So whether you’re a serious literature fan or just curious, you can walk in and enjoy the magic. https://www.siwf.or.kr/eng/intro.do β¨ What’s Happening at the Festival? The program is as rich as the autumn colors in Seoul π: Opening ceremony & keynote conversation π€ One-on-one author talks (perfect for those intimate, meaningful conversations) π¬ Lively panel discussions on literature, society, and creativity Hands-on creative workshops βοΈ Inspiring exhibitions & pop-up booths to explore between events https://www.siwf.or.kr/eng/intro.do π Meet the Writers This year’s lineup is a global blend of voices: π°π· From Korea: Kim Cho-yeop – Speculative fiction master (If We Can’t Go at the Speed of Light, The Greenhouse at the End of the Earth) Kim Ae-ran – Beloved for her powerful short stories and novels Kim Ho-yeon – Known for Convenience Store with a Twist Sohn Won-pyung – Author of Almond, a heartfelt coming-of-age story Jang Ryujin – Writer of The Joy and Sorrow of Work πΊπΈ From Overseas: Sarah Pinsker – Award-winning American sci-fi author of A Song for a New Day (2020 Nebula Award winner) and We Are Satellites, both acclaimed for exploring technology, humanity, and the future. https://www.siwf.or.kr/eng/intro.do π A Taste of Their Worlds Sarah Pinsker’s A Song for a New Day imagines a future where live concerts are banned πΆ — and the struggle to bring back music becomes an act of hope. We Are Satellites dives into the ethical dilemmas of brain-implanted AI chips π€―. Meanwhile, Kim Cho-yeop’s works blend science and human emotion with a uniquely Korean touch, and Sohn Won-pyung’s Almond shows us the beauty of empathy through a boy who cannot feel emotions. At SIWF, you’ll hear these voices live, see their creative process up close, and maybe even get your books signed! βοΈπ https://www.siwf.or.kr/eng/intro.do πΏ Why You Should Go This isn’t just a festival — it’s a place to pause, listen, and connect. In Insadong’s charming alleyways, surrounded by tea houses π΅ and art galleries, you’ll discover stories that remind us of what lies beyond the surface. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or simply looking for inspiration, the Seoul International Writers’ Festival is your ticket to a journey that truly goes beyond what meets the eye. π When: September 12–17, 2025π Where: Ground Seoul, Insadong, Jongno-gu, Seoulπ Admission: Free π‘ Tip: Come early to get good seats, and don’t forget to explore Insadong after the events — it’s one of the best cultural neighborhoods in Seoul! β¨ Who knows? You might just leave with a new favorite author, a signed book, and a head full of stories to last you all year. ππ See you at SIWF 2025! #SeoulInternationalWritersFestival #SIWF2025 #SeoulFestival #LiteraryFestival #BookLovers #SeoulEvents #Insadong #SeoulCulture #AutumnInSeoul #FreeEventsSeoul #KoreanLiterature #WorldWriters #BookFestival #MeetTheAuthors #SarahPinsker #KimChoyeop #KimAeran #KimHoyeon #SohnWonpyung #JangRyujin #SciFiBooks #SpeculativeFiction #LiteratureFans #ReadingCommunity #Storytelling #BookSignings #WritersTalk #CreativeWorkshops #SeoulTravel #BeyondWhatMeetsTheEye All rights reserved Stay14 Bespoke
