The University Book Shop, in collaboration with the Robert Lord Writers' Cottage Trust, offers the Summer Writer in Residence Award. This residency is open to emerging writers residing in New Zealand and covers a wide range of genres, including fiction, poetry, drama, essays, and literary criticism.
Overview
The residency provides a unique opportunity for writers to focus on completing or finalizing a piece of writing, or preparing a submission for publication. It is held in Ōtepoti/Dunedin, New Zealand’s UNESCO City of Literature, offering access to a vibrant literary community.
Benefits
- Accommodation at the Robert Lord Writers' Cottage in North Dunedin.
- Six-week residency to coincide with the University of Otago Summer School semester.
- A working space at the University Book Shop with internet access and printing/photocopying support.
- Discounts on book purchases at UBS Otago.
- Access to resources from the University of Otago, public libraries, and the NZ Society of Authors.
- Stipend: $2000 NZD paid in one lump sum.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to emerging writers who have published at least one significant work or a body of smaller works in literary journals, collections, anthologies, or equivalent online publications.
- Applicants should demonstrate that their writing would significantly benefit from the residency.
Application Details
For more information and to apply, visit The Big Idea.
Deadline
Submit your applications by 6th October 2024.
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