Deadline: 10 February 2024
The English faculty at Azim Premji University has announced applications for the very first short story contest for young writers in Kannada and English.
Every year, the contest will have a broad theme around which writers are invited to imagine their stories. This story can be realistic, fantastic, or anywhere in between.
In its first year, the writing contest will have two prizes, one for short fiction in English and the other for Kannada. Entering the world of writing is a daunting prospect for many writers, and they encourage young unpublished writers from across Karnataka to apply.
Theme
- Model Homes Layout: You are free to interpret this theme in any way. Stories from any genre and style are welcome.
Prize Information
- Two winners (Kannada and English) will receive a certificate of recognition and book coupons worth INR 5000 each; Four runners-up (two from each language) will receive book coupons worth INR 2500.
- Prizes will be announced in mid-March at a ceremony at Azim Premji University, Bengaluru.
What can you write?
- Anything, everything, as long as it is short (1500 to 3000 words) and fictional. They encourage experimentation in form and language.
Who can enter?
- Any resident of Karnataka (current or past) between the ages of 16 & 25.
Expert Judging Panel
- A panel of faculty members, published authors, and writing experts will evaluate the submissions based on creativity, originality, coherence, and overall impact.
For more information, visit Azim Premji University.
