To N.Z. Writers

Sun (Auckland), Volume II, Issue 502, 3 November 1928, Page 16

To N.Z. Writers

HANDSOME PRIZES FOR ORIGINAL SHORT STORIES I POEMS. ESSAYS. L| M ERICKS j TH r SUN'S CHRISTMAS NUMBER FOR its 1928 Christmas Number. THE SUN is seeking original and hitherto unpub'ished short atoriei and verse. We are again offering attractive rewards for the best performances in each section. its inception The Sun opened its columns to New Zealand writers, and has exerted every effort to encourage literary talent in tlie Domtolon. This policy is not just a Christmas “endeavour/* but is pursued throughout the year. As a result we may claim to number among our contributors the hj® writers in New Zealand to-day. a hope with our 1928 Christmas Number to create new records. The following prizes are offered:— SHORT STORIES First Prize Second Prize ■* POEMS First Prize 1* Second Prize X 3 •»» Two guineas will be paid for short story that is published (otnerujV prize-winning efforts). The maximlength for stories la 2.500 words. OTHER COMPETITIONS My Strangest Experience.—Net than 500 words. (First prize, *- r. Essay of Not More Than 1,000 Wora . ‘‘The Man 1 Regard as New ZeaiaD" Most Distinguished Living Son Why/* (First prize. £2 25.) The Best Limerick.—First prize. £* Other published efforts will for at space rates. The decision ou Editor in all competitions r*r V r>eG. Manuscript should, if possible, he and forwarded to The Editor, 42 Wyndharn Street, Auckland. package flat and mark clearly: o ul4 mas Competitions." The last fono bear the name and address or w petitor. Stamps must be encio®* return of MSS should they unsuitable. Entries close on November 26.