I am reaching out to share our open call for the Fiction Writers program of the 2026 Oxbelly Retreat, a gathering for international writers working in film and literature, to be held July 1 to 9 in Costa Navarino, Greece.

The Fiction Writers program, led by Program Director Chigozie Obioma, supports ten emerging fictional prose writers committed to elevating their craft, strengthening their literary voice, and contributing to intercultural dialogues around storytelling.

We would greatly appreciate your support in sharing this opportunity with the writers in your community, as we aim to ensure a diverse and international cohort of applicants. The application can be found through the Oxbelly website, and the deadline to apply is January 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM EET, Athens, Greece. Kindly note that the program has no cost to apply and all expenses for fellows are covered by Oxbelly.

Please find more information about the program below and a folder with images linked here.