The Slovenian Union of America Presents The Sixth Annual Slovenian Literary Award.
For nearly a century, the Slovenian Union of America has been dedicated to preserving the legacy of our Slovenian heritage. Writing has played an essential role in sustaining our culture and our communities. The SUA Slovenian Literary Award honors those who continue this vital tradition.
Accepting Submissions from November 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024 at 5 pm EST.
Open to first time writers as well as published authors.
- Open to all genres of creative writing.
- Short Stories, Novels, Poetry, Memoir, Creative Nonfiction, Personal Essays, Narrative Nonfiction, and Screenplays are welcome.
- Musical compositions will not be considered.
- Works in Slovene are acceptable, although we may request a translation.
- Up to 3 submissions per writer (but only one may be book-length).
- Applicants may live anywhere but must have a connection to Slovenian culture or heritage.
- Individual writers only, 18 years and up. SUA membership is not required.
- Works are judged blind by a committee that includes writers.
- Winner to be announced in June 2024. Details to follow.
For more information please contact: slovenianliteraryaward@gmail.com
Applicants are welcome to register, provide a 100-word biography, and submit their work through the web link below.
Urad Vlade Republike Slovenije za Slovence v zamejstvu in po svetu
Erjavčeva 15
1000 Ljubljana
tel: +386 1 230 80 00
fax: +386 1 230 80 17
E-pošta: urad.slovenci@gov.si
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