Writers from across Melton are encouraged to put their short story writing skills to the test for a chance to win a prize and have their talents recognised.
Running for its 20th year, the Melton Libraries Short Story Competition has returned, with entries closing on Friday, July 11.
Entries can be presented in text, illustration, video, verse, voice, or a combination of these, with prizes offered across the categories of junior, teen, and adult.
Written entries are capped at 1500 words for juniors and teens and 3000 words for adults.
Other formats should take no longer than five minutes to view or listen to.
Free in-person and online workshops will run throughout the competition submission period, with professional authors offering tips and helping participants refine their writing skills.
The judging panel for this year’s competition will consist of three authors including Maxine Beneba Clarke, Erine Rijs and Alice Pung.
Melton mayor Steve Abboushi said the short story competition is “a great opportunity for emerging writers, illustrators and videographers across [Melton council] to showcase their talent and have their work recognised by professional authors”.
“We’re celebrating 20 years of the competition with workshops, talks by amazing authors and an awards night. If you’ve thought about getting into writing, this is a great way to give it a try,” Cr Abboushi said.
Authors must live, work or study in the Melton municipality.
Entries close on Friday, July 11 and can be submitted online.
Details: melton.vic.gov.au/MCLShortStory
