To N.Z. Writers

Sun (Auckland), Volume I, Issue 151, 16 September 1927, Page 8

To N.Z. Writers

AN OFFER OF HANDSOME | PRIZES FOR SHORT STORIES AND POEMS. . I THE SUN’S CHRISTMAS NUMBER p'OR its 1927 Christmas Number THE SUN is seeking original and hitherto unpublished! short stories and verse. We are offering attractive rewards for the three best performances in each section Since its inception THE SUN has opened its columns to New Zealand writers, and has exerted every effort to encourage literary talent in the Dominion This policy Is not just a Christmas ’endeavour” but is pursued throughout the year As a result we may claim to number among our con tributors the best writers in New Zealand to-day offering the following prizes: We hope with our 1927 Christmas Number to create new records, and are SHORT STORIES First Prize . . £lO 10 0 Second Prize £3 5 0 Third Prize .. £3 3 0 POEMS First Prize .. £!, If o Second Prize . „ £3 3 0 Third Prize .. £2 2 0 Two guineas will be paid for each short story that is published (other than prize-winning efforts). The maxi mum length for stories is 2,500 words. The decision of the Editor will be final Manuscript should, If possible, be typed and forwarded to the Editor, THE SUN. 42 Wyndham Street, Auckland, in a flat package clearly marked •Christmas Competitions.” The last folio should contain the name and address of the competitor. Stamps must be enclosed for return In the event of copy being unsuitable. Entries close on November 26.