FANCY yourself as a writer?
If so, then this might be just the competition for you.
For some time, James Hooke has been concerned that writing skills do not receive the recognition that they should.
“I have noticed that there are always lots of awards and prizes for sport, but few for the important skill of writing,” said James.
“I decided that Gloucester needed a writing competition which hopefully could do a little bit to change that.”
So, James, in association with Gloucester Arts and Cultural Association (GACCI) has organised a writing competition which will be open to all ages.
“We want kids in particular to understand how important reading and writing is,” added James.
“The competition will be open to everyone from ages 6 to plus 90, with the writing up to 2,000 words, which can be on any topic, and in any format.
“It might be a short story, or a poem, or a play – anything.”
There will be a cash prize of $500 for the winner, $300 for second, $200 for third, and several $50 encouragement prizes.
More details about the competition and the judging criteria will soon be available on social media, via street posters, and on the GACCI website.
By John WATTS
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