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The Gaelic Books Council is seeking two unpublished writers to participate in the Gaelic New Writers Awards 2018, it was announced on Literature Day at this year’s Royal National Mod in Fort William.

 

The annual development scheme, a collaboration between the Gaelic Books Council and Scottish Book Trust, is now open for applications.

 

Through this programme, two new Gaelic writers will each receive a grant of £2,000 and expert advice regarding their work.

 

They will also receive a tailored package which can include mentoring from experienced writers and industry professionals, training in PR and presentation, and a week-long retreat at Moniack Mhòr near Inverness.

 

The scheme is open to Gaelic writers of various genres such as fiction, poetry and biography on condition that they are resident in Scotland, have not previously published a book, and will not be participating in full-time education during 2018.

 

Further information about the awards are available at www.gaelicbooks.org.

 

Opportunity for new Gaelic writers

19 Oct 2017