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About the Categorie

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

The competition is held in five categories covering the key genres of contemporary Kyrgyz literature and translations of Kyrgyz classics into world languages
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Prose
Novels, novellas, short-story collections, parables, and other works of short and long-form prose
Poetry
Poetry collections, cycles of poems, and long-form poems
Drama
Plays and other dramatic works intended for theatrical production
‘Kyrgyz Classics for the World’
Literary translations of Kyrgyz classic literature into Russian and English
Screenplay
Original screenplays for feature-length fiction films

About the Application Process

HOW TO APPLY

The application process consists of a few simple steps. Follow these instructions to ensure that your work is accepted for review
You can also submit your application:
By email
Via Telegram
Via WhatsApp
The Organizing Committee will help you complete your application and answer any questions.
You can also submit your application:
By email
Via Telegram
Via WhatsApp
The Organizing Committee will help you complete your application and answer any questions.

Competition Timeline

A transparent process from submission to the final stage, expert evaluation, and international recognition
1
Submission Period
Registration on the website, submission of the manuscript and statement of purpose
1 October 2026 – 28 February 2027
2
Longlist Announcement
The Expert Council reviews all eligible entries and compiles the longlist
March – April 2027
3
Shortlist
Finalists are selected, with up to five works shortlisted in each category
May – June 2027
4
Awards Ceremony
Winners are announced, and selected works are presented for international promotion
August 2027
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I submit more than one work?
Yes. An author may submit more than one work, provided that the competition requirements are met. The number of applications and category restrictions are specified in the Application Guidelines.
Can I enter more than one category?
Yes. If the works meet the requirements of different categories, the author may submit an application for each of them.
In which languages are works accepted?
Works are accepted in Kyrgyz and Russian. The ‘Kyrgyz Classics for the World’ category accepts translations of Kyrgyz literature into Russian and English.
Can I change my application after submitting it?
Yes. Before the application deadline, participants may contact the Organizing Committee to make changes or resubmit corrected materials.
Can I apply without creating an account?
If you are unable to use the online account for any reason, you may submit your application by email or through the competition’s official communication channels (WhatsApp or Telegram). The Organizing Committee will help you complete your registration.
Which documents must be included?
The application must include two versions of the work, a synopsis, and a statement of purpose.
When will the results be announced?
Results are published after each stage of the competition in accordance with the official calendar. All participants will also receive updates on the status of their application.
How can I contact the Organizing Committee?
You can contact us by email, via WhatsApp or Telegram, or through the feedback form on the website. We will do our best to answer all questions as quickly as possible.
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