Virtual World Literature workshop to start on June 5

Hyderabad-based Surendra Singh Negi aims to familiarise enthusiasts with the literature of Latin-American countries with the online sessions

The first week of June brings an opportunity to forge a literary connection with Latin-American countries in a virtual way. Hyderabad-based Surendra Singh Negi is hosting a 12-week online literary workshop with a special focus on short stories. “This weekend workshop is for book lovers who wish to go beyond pleasure reading,” shares the assistant professor, Department of Hispanic and Italian Studies, The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), Hyderabad. Negi’s travels from pre-COVID-19 times prompted him to plan these virtual meets. “People often read a book while travelling but most of the reading used to end when the journey ends. That kind of reading lacks depth. Platforms like this workshop can be an opportunity for enthusiasts to discover new literary styles and engage in lively conversations.” Having been an academic for two decades now, Negi wants to take literature to those who are not from the academic world. “Reading literature is more of a collective exercise where we discuss, debate and assess things in collaborative manner,” he adds.