Truth, Fiction, and New Worlds - A Writing Workshop & Book Talk with Yin Lo

Fri Feb 20 2026 at 03:00 pm to 08:30 pm UTC+00:00

Chats Palace | London

Chinese Arts Now
Publisher/HostChinese Arts Now
Truth, Fiction, and New Worlds - A Writing Workshop & Book Talk with Yin Lo
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Join novelist Yin Lo for two exciting events exploring the art of storytelling.
About this Event

Join novelist Yin Lo for two exciting events exploring the art of storytelling. In Some Truth, Much Lies workshop, experiment with autofiction and learn to blend personal truth with imagination. In The Rise of ESEA Speculative Storytelling Book Talk, discover how East and Southeast Asian writers are reshaping speculative fiction with insights from Zhui Ning Chang and Michael Tsang. Perfect for writers, readers, and anyone curious about innovative contemporary narratives.


Agenda

🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Some Truth, Much Lies: Autofiction Writing Workshop £5
Host: Yin Lo (Tutor)

Info: Explore the art of autofiction—blending personal truth with imaginative storytelling—in this hands-on workshop led by novelist Yin Lo. Born and raised in Hong Kong and now based in London, Yin brings her experience from acclaimed works including Yung Yung and Grafting to guide participants through creating stories that blur the lines between fact and fiction.
Whether you’re an aspiring writer or simply curious about experimenting with your own experiences on the page, this workshop offers a supportive space to play, reflect, and write.


🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
The Rise of ESEA Speculative Storytelling Book Talk £8
Host: Zhui Ning Chang (Guest Speaker)

Info: Discover the exciting world of East and Southeast Asian speculative storytelling! Join Zhui Ning Chang, a writer, editor, and theatre maker, and Michael Tsang, a lecturer and literary critic, as they explore how writers in the region are creating imaginative stories that blend culture, history, and fantasy.
From science fiction and queer romcoms to thought-provoking essays and translations, this conversation highlights the creativity and innovation shaping ESEA literature today. Perfect for readers, writers, and anyone curious about storytelling from the region.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Chats Palace, 42-44 Brooksby's Walk, London, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 6.13 to GBP 11.55

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