City writer of Wels 2022
Entry deadline: 11 March 2022
For the eighth time, the city of Wels is looking for a city writer. The three-month scholarship from 1st June – 31st August 2022 is open to writers of any age.
As part of this scholarship an accommodation in Wels is provided. The amount of the scholarship is € 1,100.00 per month.
The aim of the scholarship is to promote writers who
- have a strong contemporary relevance in their work,
- show artistic independence,
- and are willing to enter into an exchange with the people of Wels.
Authors who have already held the position of city writer of Wels are excluded from the application.
Criteria:
- Basic knowledge of the German language
- At least one independent literary publication (not self-published) or five publications in journals or anthologies
- Willingness to engage in a dialogue in Wels
- Willingness to participate in readings, school visits, discussions
- Announcement of a concrete project idea to be worked on during the stay
Documents for submission (electronic):
- Curriculum vitae
- Details of literary career
- 2 publication samples (max. 10 pages per text sample, plus translations if not published in German)
- Outline of the project proposal for the stay (max. 2 pages)
Selection:
The selection will be made by a three-member jury in April 2022.
Deadline: Friday, 11th March 2022
Please send your submissions only electronically to vas@wels.gv.at.
