Staff Reporter, Dhaka, 25th October : Best Exotic Bookstore & Teahouse (BEBT) in Uttara hosted an inspiring literary gathering today, featuring renowned poet Altaf Hossain and celebrated author Khaliquzzaman Elias. The event, titled “Tea & Tales,” brought together literature enthusiasts for an intimate afternoon of storytelling, poetry readings, and discussions on contemporary Bengali literature.
Poet Altaf Hossain captivated the audience with readings from his latest collections, delving into themes of identity and the human experience. Author Khaliquzzaman Elias followed with excerpts from his acclaimed novels, offering insightful reflections on societal changes and historical narratives.
Guests engaged in vibrant discussions with the authors, exchanging thoughts on writing styles, literary trends, and the evolving landscape of Bengali literature. The event concluded with tea and a Q & A session, where attendees had the opportunity to interact with the authors personally, leaving with autographed copies of their books.
With a full house of eager participants, “Tea & Tales” was a resounding success, and thoroughly enlightening.