The South African Writers' Network serves as a platform from which authors and aspirant writers can explore the wealth of human information on the Internet and contribute to this burgeoning network culture. While the public site provides a broad scope of information that is freely available, it is the member's-only site that comprises a wider range of services and information. Our objective is to become the ultimate online Writers' Directory through continual improvement of the site and posting the most up-to-date writing information and job opportunities available worldwide. SAWN is headed by Theresa Lütge-Smith. email
Why subscribe? Additional information is added to the member's-only site on a continual basis. The site also provides detailed instruction that enables writers to
Golden Baobab 2012- Call for Submissions
Lliterary award that annually invites entries of unpublished African-inspired stories written for an audience of ages 8-11 years or 12-15 years. The mission of the Golden Baobab Prize is to identify the African literary giants of the next generation and produce excellent stories that will be appreciated for years to come. This year the prize will award $1,000 to the best story in the junior category as well as the senior category and $800 to the most promising young writer (18 years and below). Beyond that, the Golden Baobab Prize offers to connect outstanding stories with African and international publishers. The Prize is open to African citizens of all ages.
Deadline for submission is June 24, 2012. More >>
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