Aġenzija Żgħażagħ is once again opening the applications for Chiasmus and Kjażmu, two literary programmes in English and Maltese respectively aimed at young people aged 16-25. The aim of these programmes is to encourage young people to work with a mentor to develop their writing skills in poetry and short stories with the goal of publishing their works.
What is Chiasmus?
Chiasmus is a project by Aġenzija Żgħażagħ aimed at encouraging young people between the ages of 16 and 25 to develop their writing skills. Participants will work closely with a mentor to write original short stories or poems in English, with the goal of having their work published.
Please submit your application by 12 (noon) on 13 November 2024 by email.
For more information on the criteria and details of the application process, please visit the .
We look forward to receiving your submissions and supporting your journey as a writer!
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Why Apply?
Successful applicants will:
- Receive mentoring from experienced writers
- Develop their creative writing skills
- Have the chance to publish their work as part of a series of chapbooks
To be eligible, you need to submit:
- A completed application form and a short motivation letter (max 500 words)
- A scan of your identity card
- Two short stories (500-1000 words each) or three poems (up to 40 verses)
Please submit your application by 12 (noon) on 13 November 2024 by email.
For more information on the criteria and details of the application process, please visit the .
We look forward to receiving your submissions and supporting your journey as a writer!
This article is also available in Maltese
