The Shanghai Literary Review is pleased to host a reading and discussion by Hong Kong writer Xu Xi, on her recent books Dear Hong Kong: An Elegy For A City (2017) and That Man In Our Lives (2016), and her latest role - Faculty Co-Director of the Vermont College of Fine Arts low residency International Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing & Literary Translation.

The event will kick off with a reading by Xu Xi, continuing with a discussion about her work and writing life, and finally a discussion on writing programs at large and the VCFA writing program in particular.

Writers and translators are highly encouraged to join and learn more about the international MFA, which accepts applications throughout the year.

Admission is a one drink minimum, eligible for happy hour (buy one get one free).
Food and snacks are available to order.
Wine will be provided during the post-talk reception.