Prague UNESCO City of Literature Residency 2027

Organizer

Municipal Library in Prague

Prague UNESCO City of Literature Residency 2027 Residency Public Deadline Aug 7, 2026 Location Prague, Czech Republic Fee Free Eligibility Global Format On-site Basic knowledge of English Literary Writing / Poetry Scriptwriting Open brief See full details ↗ Prague UNESCO City of Literature Residency 2027 Deadline Aug 7, 2026 Location Prague, Czech Republic Application fee Free Reward / Stipend Accommodation, travel, €600/month stipend Who is this for Writers or translators with at least one published literary work, radio drama, theatre play, or Czech-author translation. What to verify Before you apply, confirm eligibility, materials, timing, and costs on the official source. Summary Overview The Prague UNESCO City of Literature creative residency invites writers and translators to live and work in the historic city centre for two months in 2027. The programme supports the development of new writing projects while engaging with Prague’s literary community through readings, talks, and cultural events. Eight residencies are offered across six two‑month periods. What selected participants may receive - Accommodation in Prague city centre - Travel expenses covered - Monthly scholarship of 15,000 CZK (approx. 600 EUR) - Participation in local literary life and cultural events Eligibility - Basic knowledge of English - At least one published literary work (not self-published), or two broadcast or published radio dramas, or one carried out or published theatre play, or at least one translated work of a Czech author - Willingness to participate in local literary life (author readings, meetings with students, talks, activities arranged by the host institution or linked to city cultural events) - Commitment to work on writings during the stay - Cultural interest in the location - Previous recipients of this scholarship cannot apply again Fees - Application fee: Not specified - Other costs: Not specified Key dates - Application deadline: 7 August 2026, 11:59 pm CET - Results announced: before 31 October 2026 - Residency periods (two months each): January – February, March – April, May – June, July – August, September – October, November – December 2027 Application materials - Completed online application form Additional notes - The resident must provide the Municipal Library in Prague with a text inspired by the stay within two months after the residency ends; the library may use it for promotional purposes under a licence agreement. - The call is for eight two‑month residencies, each in a fixed two‑month block. - Self‑published works do not qualify for the publication requirement.

Award

Accommodation and travel costs covered

Entry fee

Fee-free

Eligibility

Eligible countries: No country restriction

Basic English; at least one published literary work, radio drama, play, or translation required

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