Folio Literary Festival begins in Óbidos with 450 authors

The 11th edition of the Folio International Literary Festival has commenced in Óbidos under the theme “Para além da pele” (Beyond the skin). The 11-day event features approximately 300 initiatives, including workshops, debates, and exhibitions, involving 450 authors and creators from various nations such as France, Spain, Mexico, Brazil, and the United Kingdom.

Notable participants include 2023 Nobel Laureate in Literature Jon Fosse. Other featured authors include Brazilian writer Ana Maria Gonçalves and Booker Prize winners Yann Martel and Kiran Desai. The festival aims to bridge literature with other disciplines, including music, cinema, visual arts, and artificial intelligence.