30 May (Sun) Sessions • Reignite 9:00am – 10:00am
PANEL
Why I Write About Diversity
! Kat Cho, Kristyn Maslog-Levis // Moderator: Daphne Lee Mei Lin Diversity and Representation are key words currently permeating the literary industry, with more writers and publishers aware of the need for books and content that reflect the different aspects and facets of the world we live in. In this session, hear from our speakers as they discuss the push for diverse writing and books in their own countries, and what are their hopes for the future of literature for young people. There will be a live Q&A segment during this session. This programme is supported by the U.S. Embassy Singapore.
9:30am – 11:00am
TALK
The Art of Picture Books with Sun Hsin-Yu ! Sun Hsin-Yu // Moderator: Quek Hong Shin # This session will be conducted in Chinese Bologna Ragazzi Award
Join Bologna Ragazzi Award illustrator (Sun Hsin-Yu) as she shares about her journey as an illustrator and the different creative devices she used in her books. She will also discuss her various bespoke projects especially her collaboration with the National Taiwan University Hospital.
10:30am – 12:00pm
WORKSHOP
The Future of Reading
! Melissa Choo # This session will be conducted in Chinese, with English subtitles.
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