Take Flight with Your Words: The 10th Aviation Literature Awards
Calling all aspiring authors, poets, and storytellers! The Aviation Literature Awards are back for their 10th year, offering a unique opportunity to explore the skies through the power of words. This year’s theme, "Aviation and People," invites you to delve into the profound connection between humanity and the wonder of flight.
Unleash Your Creativity
Share your unique perspective on aviation through a variety of literary forms:
- Poetry: From whimsical children’s rhymes to evocative free verse, let your imagination take flight.
- Fiction: Craft captivating short stories or novellas that transport readers to new heights.
- Essays: Share personal reflections, insightful observations, or captivating memoirs inspired by the world of aviation.
Whether it’s the thrill of international travel, the bustling atmosphere of an airport, or the awe-inspiring view from 30,000 feet, your experiences and insights are waiting to be shared.
Categories for All Ages
The competition welcomes writers of all ages and backgrounds residing in Korea:
- Elementary School Division: Open to students in grades 1-6.
- Middle & High School Division: Open to students under 18 years old.
- General Division: Open to adults and university students.
Submission Details
Mark your calendars! The submission period runs from August 5th to September 22nd, 2024.
Submit your masterpiece through the official Aviation Literature Awards website.
Soar to New Heights with Incredible Prizes
Winners will receive generous cash prizes, travel opportunities, and more:
| Division | Award | Prize Money & Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| General | Grand Prize (1 winner) | 2,000,000 KRW, round-trip tickets to Europe or the Americas (2 tickets), and eligibility for literary association membership. |
| Excellence Award (2 winners) | 1,000,000 KRW, round-trip tickets to Southeast Asia (2 tickets), and eligibility for literary association membership. | |
| Merit Award (8 winners) | 700,000 KRW and a domestic round-trip flight ticket. | |
| Middle & High School | Excellence Award (1 winner) | 1,000,000 KRW and domestic round-trip flight tickets (4 tickets). |
| Merit Award (8 winners) | 500,000 KRW and a domestic round-trip flight ticket. | |
| Elementary School | Excellence Award (1 winner) | 300,000 KRW in book (cultural) gift certificates and domestic round-trip flight tickets (4 tickets). |
| Merit Award (8 winners) | 150,000 KRW in book (cultural) gift certificates. | |
| Encouragement Award (25 winners) | 50,000 KRW each. |
Please Note:
- Eligibility for literary association membership is limited to one Grand Prize winner and one Excellence Award winner in the General Division.
- Prize details are subject to change based on the number of submissions.
- For the latest updates on the awards ceremony and other information, please refer to the official website.
Contact
For inquiries, please contact:
02-2233-4019 or [email protected]
