For the first time in over three years, international authors will return to Auckland’s Writers Festival, from May 16-21, 2023 in a week-long, all-live on-stage programme.

It will make this anticipated event that brings together literary enthusiasts, authors, and thinkers from all around the world, more eager to attend and fly to New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland.

Mostly held at the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre and other select venues across the city, this celebration of books, authors and ideas will include both ticketed and free events, but all prominent in itself.

Since the festival’s history dates back to 1999 when it was known as the Auckland Writers and Readers Festival, it has now grown in stature, attracting world-renowned authors, poets, journalists, and intellectuals. This must-go-to festival has evolved into a platform where participants all around the world proactively engage in captivating discussions, panels, readings, and performances that celebrate the written word. It’s a go-to event for all literary lovers. Given the amount of attendees and the distances of venues, the best way not to miss out on any of these gem events is to travel light with a convenient electric scooter. 

With an electric scooter, you can immerse yourself in this literary experience especially if you are a book lover, an aspiring writer or simply but truly passionate about intellectual discourse. After all, Auckland’s Writers Festival serves as a hub for literary enthusiasts to connect with their favorite authors, discover new voices, and engage in stimulating conversations.

This year 2023, these are the events lined up to that your e-scooter can take you easily to:

• FESTIVAL GALA NIGHT TRUE STORIES TOLD

THURSDAY, 18 May 2023 at 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Location: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre

• MASTERCLASS M3: POETRY ANTHONY JOSEPH

FRIDAY, 19 May 2023 at 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location: Waihorotiu Room, Level 4, Aotea Centre

• ON NEVER GIVING UP: BERNARDINE EVARISTO

SATURDAY, 20 May 2023 at 5:30 pm-6:30 pm

Location: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre

• SONNETS FOR ALBERT: ANTHONY JOSEPH

SAT, 20 May 2023 at 8:30 pm- 9:30 pm

Location: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre

• BOOKER RIDE: ELEANOR CATTAN, BERNARDINE EVARISTO, SHEHAN KARUNATILAKA (The Oscars of the writing world, winning the Booker Prize)

SUN, 21 May 2023 at 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Location: Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre, Aotea Centre

And these are just a few to mention because Auckland’s Writers Festival features a diverse range of sessions, including author talks, panel discussions, workshops, and book launches. 

It’s time to explore the literary world, all in the beautiful country of New Zealand. And with an electric scooter, the benefits are just astounding:

1. Never miss out on an event, because e-scooters can offer long-range capability and fast but safe speed. You won’t need to worry about traveling from one session to another.
2. You can effortlessly maneuver through crowds and traffic, especially since e-scooters are compact, foldable and even portable for the able-bodied. 
3. With such e-scooter size you can easily find parking spaces, making your festival experience hassle-free.
4. Premium e-scooters ensure that even during long days of exploring the festival, you can ride with ease and comfort, knowing that this ride was made with your safety in mind allowing you to focus on immersing yourself in the literary magic alone.
5. Speaking of safety, premium electric scooters are also built with pneumatic tyres and shock absorbers to make sure you get the best out of your e-ride.
6. Among many more e-scooter advantages, last but not least is it saves the world because e-scooters are an eco-conscious choice, contributing to a sustainable festival experience. With almost zero emissions, you can explore Auckland’s Writers Festival while reducing your carbon footprint and aligning with New Zealand’s commitment to environmental consciousness.

Auckland’s Writers Festival is a literary extravaganza that celebrates the power of words and ideas. Attendees have the opportunity to delve into various literary genres, explore thought-provoking ideas, and gain insight into the creative process behind notable works.

Hop on your e-scooter and scoot to the next literary gem in Auckland. With its rich history and captivating sessions, the festival offers a platform for intellectual engagement and creative inspiration.