Reading Rhythms

Co-Presented By Reading Rhythms

This is a free event, but registration is required.

Since last year, Reading Rhythms parties, events at which strangers get together to read and talk about books, have been taking the city by storm. Started by a group of friends on a rooftop to combat loneliness and the lack of spaces to come together after the pandemic, the company now hosts up to six sold out events a week all over the city. The World Voices Festival is proud to present a Reading Rhythms party as part of this year’s programming, providing the perfect opportunity for our audience to dig into Festival authors’ books and trade recommendations with other book lovers. Bring your favorite book and settle in with friends for a reading party!

The 2024 PEN World Voices Festival, the 20th anniversary of the festival, will be a celebration of world literature and free expression. Over four days, over 100 writers from nearly 30 countries will be featured in engaging talks, panels, readings, and performances in New York City and greater Los Angeles.

Visit for more information about the entire festival, as well as PEN America.

Project Farmhouse is located on the ground floor of the new Hyatt Union Square Hotel, and is ADA accessible.

ASL interpretation is available for this event by request only. Please reach out to our Box Office team at [email protected] by April 21st to request.

Please ask a Box Office Attendant or festival representative upon arrival for directions to accessible seating if preferred.

For further information on accessibility in this space, or to make a request, please contact [email protected]

While not required, per public health official guidelines, the World Voices Festival recommends being fully vaccinated, and wearing masks in all public indoor settings as a precaution against the spread of Covid-19, as well as around crowds.

If you are feeling unwell, please do not come to the event. Reach out to [email protected] for assistance if you have already purchased a ticket.

We thank you for ensuring our speakers, guests and venue workers feel safe and comfortable at all World Voices Festival events. If you have questions or concerns please contact [email protected]

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Project Farmhouse, 76 East 13th Street, New York, United States