‘LLF matched the famous Jaipur Literature Festival for the mood, the energy, and the excitement in the relaxed surroundings of the Alhamra Arts Center, and it beat Jaipur for passion.’

‘On the morning of Feb. 20, pouring rain could not deflect the determined.’

‘It is a rare sight in contemporary Pakistan to see a communal space utilized for creativity and simple leisure.’

LLF 2015: ‘A dazzling celebration of Pakistani poetry, music, dance, history and politics.’

‘Lahoris turned out in full force, which was most heartening, for LLF 2015.’

‘A stunning example of what is possible and where the public now stands on critical social and political issues was evident at the Lahore Literary Festival.’

‘A sense of patriotism, a desire for progress and an awareness of danger were all palpable.’