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National Reading Movement

About Read! Fest 2021

Join Read! Fest 2021 and explore over 60 programmes on work, nature, identity, and more. Download the festival booklet to start your journey of discovery.

Last updated 13 April 2026

About Read! Fest 2021

A time of change is a time for reflection and growth.

Read! Fest 2021 invites you on a forward-looking journey of self-discovery. With the theme of Reboot, take a moment to re-examine and refresh your lenses on ubiquitous aspects of life today – such as how we approach work, nature, creativity, identity, and technology.

Anchored by 12 key books and topics, Read! Fest will host over 60 programmes – from talks by world-renowned authors to workshops and experiences – each curated to immerse you in a world of thoughtful ideas for our time.

Stretch out to explore new worlds and perspectives.

Where will you find yourself?


Read! Fest 2021 would like to thank the following partners for their support.

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Updated 30 Jun 2021