Become a Speaker/Presenter
We love to hear from publishers and authors ready to volunteer their time to share their knowledge at the 5th Dosti Peshawar Literature Festival (DPLF 2026). THE 5th DPLF 2026 values your interest in joining the event as a speaker. Our vision is to engage and celebrate emerging and established authors.
In addition to reading events, we also have a strong craft component to the festival, which includes seminars and hands-on workshops on writing, design, vocals, music, and performing arts. We would like to hear about your ideas if you are interested in sharing your knowledge by hosting a seminar or teaching a workshop.
The 5th DPLF 2026 welcomes every background, level, and discipline. The 5th DPLF 2026 is a safe space where every idea and every person is encouraged to come as they are and present to our growing community.
To apply to the 5th Dosti Peshawar Literature Festival (DPLF 2026), please fill out the application below which includes the details required to present at the 5th DPLF 2026.
If approved, we will send you a provisional confirmation email, followed by a call to learn more about your session, and discuss about the feasibilities.
Proposals will be considered for the following types of presentations:
• 10-Minute Flash Talk as Part of a Panel
• 45-Minute Session (Online/In-person)
• 90-Minute Workshop (Online/In-person)
Submissions are now open for the 5th Dosti Peshawar Literature Festival (DPLF 2026). The last date for the submission of application is January 25th, 2026.
We understand that you need to schedule ahead, and we will try to get back to you as soon as possible. When we would finalize the programs of the festival, it’s like putting together a puzzle. We place authors and events one at a time. Then we like to carefully consider how different authors and events will fit together to make up a varied, exciting picture! That being said, you should hear from us no later than January 15, 2026. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you want to know where we are in the process or want to touch base. We always enjoy hearing from you.
Participants are solely responsible for any costs associated with their participation in the 5th DPLF 2026. This includes transportation, accommodation, and any other expenses related to your involvement in the festival.