VIRTUAL WRITER RESIDENCIES AT THE FESTIVAL OF LIBRARIES

Manchester

Deadline 10/05/2021

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During the three-week residency, writers will be hosted by one of Manchester’s historic libraries with the opportunity to explore their online collections and archives, meet librarians to find out more about Manchester’s literary heritage and collections, and enjoy virtual tours of the city.

 

The residencies are open to published writers with strong links to a UNESCO City of Literature. There is a fee of £1,500 for each residency.

 

If you are interested please send a written application by email to McrCityofLit@gmail.com by the deadline of 10 May 2021. 

Residency starts: 24 or 31 May

Festival of Libraries: 9-13 June

 

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