Varuna Announces Two New Opportunities for Short Story Writers
Varuna is proud to partner Scribe Publications in two new programs aimed at presenting, exploring and extending the range of short story writing in Australia.
The programs are open to writers resident in Australia. Writers are invited to apply for one or both programs:
The Varuna/NAS National Short Story Competition seeks short stories for possible inclusion in Scribe’s short story anthology. The anthology, to be published in 2011, is the second in Scribe’s New Australian Stories series. New Australian Stories 2.0 will showcase a rich diversity of short stories by contemporary Australian writers.
The Varuna/Scribe Masterclass is an intensive six-day residential program to help writers extend their knowledge of this perennially novel and vital medium. Activities include discussions, readings and practical work, with participants editing one of their short stories and starting a new one. The masterclass will be led by two respected short story writers. Robin Hemley, writing professor with the University of Iowa’s renowned writing program, has written stories and essays that have appeared in many anthologies and literary journals. Cate Kennedy is an award-winning short story writer, with an acclaimed short story collection, Dark Roots.
Award: Writers will be considered for publication in Scribe’s second national anthology of Australian stories.
Who should apply: Short story writers, both established and new or emerging, are invited to submit up to three stories of up to 5,000 words each. Regional writers are especially encouraged to apply.
Important dates: Submissions are accepted from 1 June 2010 and must be postmarked by 30 July 2010. Results will be available on the Varuna website by 30 September 2010.
Application fee: $45 (including GST) per application. Fees cover administrative costs and help sustain this program.
Writers wanting to be considered for both programs (anthology and masterclass) pay a single fee of $65 (including GST).
For more information click on the following links.
Award: Up to eight applicants will be selected to participate in the residential program, which will be held at Varuna, the Writers’ House during 6-12 December, 2010.
Who should apply: Short story writers, both established and new or emerging. Regional writers are especially encouraged to apply.
Important dates: Submissions will be accepted from 1 June 2010 and must be postmarked by 30 July 2010. Results will be available on the Varuna website (News & Diary section) by 30 September 2010.
Costs to applicant:
$55 (including GST). Fees cover administrative costs and help sustain this program.
Writers wanting to be considered for both programs (anthology and masterclass) pay a single fee of $65 (including GST).
If successful, there is a residency fee of $330.
For more information click on the following links.