Skryf Net writing competition

Entries for the 2016 Skryf Net writing competition are now being accepted until the deadline of 30 August 2016. The objective is to seek out, encourage and recognise creative writing excellence among primary school pupils in South Africa.

Entry is open to any South African primary and home school pupil up to 13 years old. There are two age categories: 6-9 year olds and the 10-13 year olds. Stories should be original and unpublished work of that writer. The story can be on any subject but not exceed 1,000 words. Entries can be typed in double spacing on one side of A4 paper with all pages showing the title of the story and name. Hand written entries should be clear and legible. Only one story per entrant is permitted, written in Afrikaans, English, Sotho or Zulu.

The award is a R450 book voucher for the winner and R150 book voucher for the runner up in each language category.

Adults may edit written work for spelling mistakes only. Authors should be able to read their work. The winners may be asked to read their story live or in front of an audience. All finalists will receive an official letter or email of notification and may be requested for an interview to read their work to be used in the award show by 30 September 2016.

Entries should be posted to Skryf Net writing Competition, PO Box 82046 Southdale 2135 or emailed to moc.liamg@noititepmocteNfyrkS. Entries should include the author’s contact details including parents’ or guardian’s telephone number.