

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: FAMILY TALK | Where A Book Begins
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Ben Clanton discusses his creative process in writing and explores the creative solutions of where to go next in your stories.About this EventWhere A Book BeginsSpeaker: Ben ClantonDate: March 1, SunTime: 4:00pm - 6:00pmVenue: JW Marriott - Function RoomAddress: 88 Queensway, AdmiraltyPrice: HKD228 (includes admission for 1 adult and 1 child)Language: EnglishFormat: TalkDescription:Let's explore the creative process with Ben! We'll start with a blank page and take a look at how we can fill it. Together we'll create a character and start to get to know them. Ben will share how two of his characters, Narwhal and Jelly, came to be and read from a forthcoming book. This presentation is all about fun, exploration, and creative solutions!About the Speaker:Ben Clanton is the bestselling author of the Narwhal And Jelly series. His other series include Tater Tales and Ploof (co-created with Andy Chou Musser). He also collaborated on the books Papilio (created with Andy Chou Musser and Corey Tabor) and Aquamanatee (artwork by Cassandra Federman). Ben makes books on a houseboat in Seattle, Washington.*This event is presented in partnership with Croucher Science Week, a free festival exploring science and the world around us. Visit  to find out more.Don’t miss our special offer: Buy 3, Get 1 Complimentary!Purchase 3 tickets to any events under HKILF 2026 and claim a complimentary seat at one of these exciting talks at Central Library:•⁠ 3rd March (Tue): On Muscle: The Stuff that Moves Us and Why It Matters (7:00-8:30pm)⁠•⁠ 4th March (Wed): I Deliver Parcels in Beijing (7:00-8:30pm)•⁠ ⁠5th March (Thu): Amitav Ghosh: Ghost-Eye (7:00-8:30pm)To redeem your complimentary seat, email us at info@festival.org.hk with:•⁠ ⁠Your 3 ticket order numbers•⁠ ⁠The event you’d like to attend•⁠ ⁠Subject line: Buy 3, Get 1 Complimentary!Hurry! Offer valid until ticket lastsBecome a to gain exclusive access to HKILF events. All donations are tax deductible.ABOUT HKILFThe Hong Kong International Literary Festival (HKILF) inspires the joy of reading by bringing the world’s writers and stories to Hong Kong’s diverse communities. A dynamic year-round programme and an annual festival offer dialogue, entertainment and perspective, while the Young Readers Festival (YRF) motivates students to engage with all aspects of the written word, improving communication skills, while nurturing the art of writing and storytelling.The annual festival features established and emerging writers from around the world, alongside local literary talents, in a programme that includes panel discussions, book talks, readings, workshops, walks, school programmes, performances, and more.We are a registered charity non-profit organisation dedicated to bringing the best in the literary arts to Hong Kong. To find more, please visit our official website: https://www.festival.org.hk.Please note that:*We are unable to process refunds, please consider your ticket purchase a donation to the festival.*Photos and videos of participants may be taken during the activities,which may be used by the organiser and the major sponsor for educational and promotional purposes in any way deemed appropriate, including disseminationthrough printed and online channels. Participation in the programme will constitute the participants’ consent to the above arrangement.*The views and opinions expressed by the speakers do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Hong Kong International Literary Festival. HKILF disclaims any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information shared by the speakers.*If the Black Rainstorm Warning or the Tropical Cyclone Signal No. 8 or above is in force 3 hours before the start time of an event, the event will be cancelled and participants will receive a refund. If the Red or Yellow Rainstorm Warning or the Tropical Cyclone Signal No. 3 is in effect, the event will be held as scheduled.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hk/family-talk-|-where-a-book-begins/100001981407814110
- **Event Categories**: art, festivals, literary-art, nonprofit, charities, workshops, business, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 193.8, max: 228, currency: HKD

## Event venue details

- **city**: HK
- **state**: HK
- **country**: Hong Kong
- **location**: JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
- **lat**: 22.2772526
- **long**: 114.165115
- **full address**: JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, 88 Queensway, HK, Hong Kong

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Hong Kong International Literary Festival (https://allevents.in/org/hong-kong-international-literary-festival/22863741)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, 88 Queensway, HK, Hong Kong
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 193.8 up to 228 HKD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Hong Kong International Literary Festival
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, festivals, literary-art, nonprofit, charities, workshops, business, storytelling
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about FAMILY TALK | Where A Book Begins ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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