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New stories by talented writers awarded 2022 NZSA manuscript assessments
The New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN NZ) Inc announce the writers who will receive manuscript guidance through this year’s CompleteMS programme. Compelling manuscripts crafted by thirteen talented writers, have been chosen to take part in this year’s programme. Writers spend months polishing their stories for entry into this competitive […]
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Hardie Grant Ampersand Prize
Submission Guidelines Ampersand Prize Winner 2020 Ampersand Shortlist Acquisitions 2020 Ampersand Prize Shortlist 2020 Ampersand Prize Winner 2020 Hardie Grant accept submissions from any person who has not previously had a young adult, middle-grade or graphic novel published by a trade publishing house anywhere in the world. If you have had a picture book, general […]
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Prime Ministers Awards for Literary Achievement 2022
Prime Minister’s Awards for Literary Achievement 2022 – open now for entries The annual Prime Minister’s Awards for Literary Achievement recognise New Zealand writers who have made a notable contribution to New Zealand literature in the genres of fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Amount: $60,000 in each category Watch this video on You Tube on how […]
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Hamilton Book Month
The August Hamilton Book Month 2022 programme is now live on our website with details about this year’s panels, workshops, and author events for all ages covering a variety of genres. Most events are free but registration is required for others. See www.hamiltonbookmonth.com
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SFFANZ Mini Science Fiction Convention August 13, Wellington
The SFFANZ AGM and presenting the Sir Julius Vogel awards will occur on Saturday, August 13th, 2022 at the West Plaza Hotel, Wellington, New Zealand. This day will be an opportunity to get together and build community spirit again after a long time apart. It will also be a chance for you to tell the […]
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Seeking NZSATPKoA Te Māngai Māori ki te Poari Board Delegate
NZSA Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa Board Delegate: Te Māngai Māori ki te Poari The New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa PEN NZ Inc (NZSATPKoA) holds a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi through building cohesive systems that ensure working with Māori in meaningful ways and developing paths for Māori […]
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Announcing the NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize 2022 winner!
Rachel J Fenton is winner of the NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize 2022! New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN NZ Inc) congratulates Rachel J Fenton on winning the NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize for new writing with a ‘unique and original vision’, that celebrates the life and work of writer Laura Solomon. The prize was […]
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$25,000 CLNZ NZSA Writers’ Award OPENS – call for applications!
The CLNZ | NZSA Writers’ Award of $25,000 is one of the highest non-fiction prizes in New Zealand literature, and is now open for applications. He $25,000 te nui o te Karāti Kaituhi o te CLNZ me te NZSA, te karāti mātua mo ngā pakimaero-pono o ngā momo-tuhinga o Aotearoa. Ka taea e ngā Kaituhi te […]
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NZ Author Magazine – Winter 2022
NZ Author – Winter 2022 – Issue 329 is out! This edition has everything. We say goodbye to our three-year strong President Mandy Hager; we welcome Helena Andrews to the role of Youth Representative on the NZSA National Board; we celebrate NZSA Writer Toolkit, our live and interactive Webworkshops, Māori writers at Kupu 22 Māori […]
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Poetry at Piha | The Listening Sand – Going West April 30 Free
Poetry at Piha | The Listening Sand Free Event Saturday 30 April, 2pm – 5pm North Piha Glade and Beach Registration essential: info@goingwestfest.co.nz Ready for a unique environmental writing experience? We’re once more unleashing real-time poetry crea tion on the iron sands of Piha. Gather in the glade at North Piha for a delightful poetry […]
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Announcing the NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize 2022 shortlist
We are pleased to announce that five writers have been shortlisted for an award that celebrates fresh writing with a ‘unique and original vision’. NZSA congratulates shortlisted writers Philippa Werry, Rachel Fenton, Wes Lee, Jacqueline Owens, and Murray Edmond. Almost 70 applications came in for this prize and the shortlist judging panel of Tina Shaw and […]
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University of Waikato 2022 Sargeson Prize
Annual short story competition First offered in 2019, the Sargeson Prize is New Zealand’s richest short story prize, sponsored by the University of Waikato. Named for celebrated New Zealand writer Frank Sargeson, the Prize was conceived by writer Catherine Chidgey, who also lectures in Writing Studies at the University. Entries open on 1 April for […]
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