Solstice 2026

5th Annual Literary Conference

Dubai Knowledge Park Conference Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

09th Aug 2026, Sunday

9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Solstice 2022

Hybrid Mode

Theme: Literature in Print

Solstice 2026

Knowledge Park Conference Centre, Dubai

Theme: World Poetry & Translation

Solstice 2023

ICCR, Satyajit Ray Auditorium, Kolkata

Theme: Translations and their Impact

Solstice 2024

India International Centre, New Delhi

Theme: Advent of Artificial Intelligence in Publishing

Solstice 2025

IMC, Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Mumbai

Theme: Books to Films and Theatre

Meet our Event Partners for Solstice 2026:

Knowledge Partner: NSHM Centre for Language & Communication
Promotional Partner: Conqor Ventures LLC

About the Event

Solstice, an annual event that marks the epitome of creativity in its various forms, will be held this year too on the 09th of August in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Here the worlds of stories will convene resulting in a dazzling display of translations, graphic novel creations, book readings and launches, discussions and ideas that spark up like fireworks.

Also, while authors will have the opportunity to promote, discuss and bring stories to the stage, and their books through various channels, our avid readers can enjoy massive discounts on books, get signed copies from authors and meet eminent dignitaries from across the country.

An event that all the wordsmiths and artists can mark in their calendars in 2026.

You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have."

~ Maya Angelou

Guests of Honour in Solstice 2025

Ms. Pia Benegal

Costume Designer & Film Producer

Ms. Pia Benegal has contributions to acclaimed television projects such as Samvidhaan, Siyaasat, and Gandhi, directed by Hansal Mehta and currently in post-production. Internationally, Pia’s work on the BBC (Channel 4) docu-drama ‘Last Days of the Raj’, directed by Carl Hindmarch, earned her a BAFTA nomination. Domestically, she was
honoured with the Lux Cine Zee Award for Best Costume Design for Sardari Begum in
1998 and, most recently, received the prestigious 2025 Dadasaheb Phalke Film
Foundation Award.

Ms. Vineeta Mishra

Head of Programming – NFDC Film Bazaar & WAVES Bazaar

Vineeta Mishra is a film market strategist and curator with extensive experience in programming NFDC Film Bazaar, South Asia’s leading film market. She has been instrumental in building international collaborations, developing co-production platforms, and advising on global film markets, including her work on WAVES Bazaar. Vineeta continues to work across festivals and markets, fostering cross-border partnerships and industry dialogue.

Prof Dr. Soujanya Pudi

Head, Language and Communications, NSHM, Social Entrepreneur

Dr Pudi has twenty-four years of experience in teaching, training and consulting. She is a certified career coach & trainer with proven expertise in leveraging Technology for effective classroom transaction of content, curriculum and classroom management for the Academia & Industry. She is also a corporate trainer with experience in conducting corporate training, master classes, workshops & case studies in the said areas.