The aim of the competition is to encourage the writing of youth literature aimed at readers from 12 to 18 years.

The competition will be judged in six categories: Afrikaans, English, Nguni, Sotho languages, Tshivenda and Xitsonga.

For the purposes of this competition, the organisers require a novel in which humour plays a role.

Prize money
Two prizes will be awarded in each category:
Gold:  R12 000
Silver:  R6 000

Closing date: 30 June 2009.

Download entry form in English
Download entry form in Afrikaans