Hub for reading, aspiring writers in Kolkata soon

Kolkata, Aug 1: Writing and reading enthusiasts here, who wish for their talent to be spotted and honed, will get such an opportunity courtesy a weekly Readers' and Writers' Club set to be launched Aug 7.

The hub in south Kolkata's Ballygunge will encourage aspirants to showcase their mastery with words as well as their elocutionary prowess through sessions conducted by leading litterateurs, artists, filmmakers and anybody who is associated with writing and reading.

"The club will have four sessions a month, that is, one session per week every Thursday starting Aug 7. Guests will have to pay Rs.500 for the four sessions. It is open for all," Ritika Choudhury, owner of Circle Art 360, one of the organisers, told IANS.

A collaborative effort by AHAVA Communications, Circle Art 360 and Creative Studio, the club will be a haven for book lovers as well with discussions and book launches.

Choudhury said the organisers are also mulling international partnerships.

IANS