Literary Lounge, a Book Talk event, was successfully conducted on 23 April 2026 to commemorate World Book Day. The event aimed to promote reading habits, enhance literary appreciation and develop students’ speaking and analytical skills.
In the final round, participants presented detailed book reviews supported by PowerPoint presentations. Each student spoke for 3-5 minutes, covering key aspects such as the theme, characters and personal interpretation of the text. The presentations reflected thoughtful reading, critical engagement and originality. Following each presentation, participants responded to a question posed by the adjudicator, testing their depth of understanding and spontaneity.
The event was judged on criteria including content and understanding, organisation, clarity of expression, presentation skills and the ability to respond effectively to questions. The participants displayed commendable confidence, creativity and insight.
Literary Lounge successfully fostered a deeper appreciation for literature while enhancing students’ public speaking, critical thinking and interpretative skills. The event concluded with the declaration of winners, celebrating the efforts and achievements of all participants.