THE WHITSUNDAYS Writers Festival is thrilled to announce its inaugural Heart Awards Poetry Prize, honouring the beating heart of poetry in the literary community.
With a closing date of May 31, 2024, poets are invited to submit their verses for a chance to win the prestigious Heart Award Poetry Prize, along with a generous financial award.
The Whitsundays Writers Festival is dedicated to fostering creativity, dialogue, and appreciation for the written word and brings together acclaimed authors, aspiring writers, and avid readers.
The festival, from Friday, September 6, to Sunday, September 8, 2024, will also feature the Whitsundays Literary Heart Awards to provide recognition to talented writers for best unpublished manuscript, short story, poetry, and book design.
Poetry enthusiasts at the festival can showcase their lyrical prowess at a special ‘karaoke style’ event, on Friday, September 6, where attendees can step up to the mic and share their verses in an intimate and supportive atmosphere.
Poetry is one of the most accessible forms of expression in the arts and the festival committee encourages seasoned poets and budding wordsmiths to join in a celebration of verse and voice.
“We are delighted to provide a platform for poets to share their work and connect with fellow lovers of language,” festival president Karen Jacobsen said.
“The Heart Awards’ Poetry Prize and our Friday poetry event embody the spirit of creativity and community that defines the Whitsundays Writers Festival.”
Submit your poetry for the Heart Awards by May 31 and mark your calendars for the special poetry event to be held from 5.30pm on Friday, September 6, during the Whitsundays Writers Festival.
Also closing on Friday, May 31, are submissions for the Heart Awards’ Short Story (adult and under 18 divisions) and the Early Bird Festival tickets.
