Entries close for the Fenland Poet Laureate Awards at the end of January, so in about a week’s time. The FPL Awards are one of the county’s most prestigious literary events.
Thank you to those who have already helped with publicity, but please could you share info about the competition among your groups or contacts for one last push!
https://www.fenland.gov.uk/article/17702/Fenland-Poet-Laureate-Award
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👉 All shortlisted poets and winners will have their poems published in a keepsake anthology.
👉 Winners (1st, 2nd & 3rd in each category) will receive a beautiful trophy, kindly sponsored by Etec.
👉 All shortlisted poets and winners will have the opportunity to read their poems at a ceremony in March Town Hall, in association with 20Twenty Productions and FDC.
👉 All entrants are welcome to be part of the Awards Ceremony, attended by special guests.
👉 Throughout the year, there will be opportunities for winners and shortlisted poets to take part in special events.
Please circulate widely! Young Fenland Poet Laureate entries are particularly low this year.
Kind regards,
Elisabeth
(Cllr Elisabeth Sennitt-Clough)
