Muslim LitFest London 2026
Books, ideas and creativity
12–18 October 2026
Join writers, publishers, scholars, families and readers for a week of events across London — from bookshops to community centres — celebrating Muslim literature and exploring some of the important questions shaping our world. The festival culminates in a full weekend at the London Muslim Centre.
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MAIN FESTIVAL WEEKEND
London Muslim Centre
East London Mosque
82–92 Whitechapel Road
London E1 1JQ
17–18 October 2026
Saturday and Sunday
10am – 6pm
4
Years of celebrating Muslim literature
About the festival
A week-long celebration of books, people and ideas
The Muslim LitFest is an annual celebration of Muslim literature, storytelling and creativity. Partnering with bookshops, cultural centres and community organisations across London to bring literary events, talks and workshops to venues throughout the city. Culminating in our flagship two-day weekend at the London Muslim Centre on the 17–18 October, bringing the whole community together under one roof. Full programme and partner venues coming soon.
At the heart of the festival is a commitment to supporting independent Muslim publishers and self-published authors. We give them a space to present their books, meet readers and introduce their work to a wider audience.
The festival is open to everyone, from regular readers and book lovers to families and visitors interested in discovering new voices and ideas.
Festival programme
A full week of books and creativity
Discover new writing, meet authors and take part in activities created for readers of all ages — at venues across London throughout the week, and at our main festival weekend.
Book Bazaar
Author Talks
Workshops
Discussions
Special programme
Two important conversations
The 2026 festival will include two dedicated mini-conferences exploring major questions from informed Islamic perspectives.
Mini-conference
Islam and Artificial Intelligence
A timely exploration of artificial intelligence, its opportunities, its risks and the ethical questions it raises for Muslims and wider society.
Mini-conference
Islam and Evolution
A thoughtful discussion examining evolution, scientific understanding and the different ways Muslim scholars and thinkers have approached the subject.
Why Muslim LitFest matters
Supporting Muslim books and the people behind them
Independent publishers and self-published authors play an important role in creating books for Muslim readers. However, it can be difficult for them to reach new audiences.
Muslim LitFest brings writers, publishers and readers together, helping good books to be discovered and encouraging a stronger reading culture within the community.
Promote independent publishers
Give publishers a welcoming platform to present and sell their books.
Help authors reach readers
Create opportunities for writers to share their work directly with readers.
Encourage reading
Help children, young people and adults discover books that inspire them.
Create meaningful discussion
Make space for accessible conversations about ideas that matter today.
Everyone is welcome
A festival for the whole community
You do not need to be an author or an academic to enjoy Muslim LitFest. It is for everyone interested in books, creativity and ideas, Muslim or non-Muslim.
Readers and families
Discover new books and enjoy activities together
Writers and publishers
Showcase your publications and share your work
Schools and young people
Build a love of reading and explore new ideas
Join us in London
Be part of the Muslim LitFest 2026
Whether you are a reader, writer, publisher, speaker, volunteer or potential partner, we would be delighted to welcome you.