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PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

Prague City of Literature Residency

Prague City of Literature has been running a residency program for international writers since 2015. The call for applications is announced each summer for the following year. Every year, up to ten two-month residencies are offered. The program provides accommodation in Kafka’s House, a monthly scholarship, and covers travel costs to and from Prague.

Location

This residency takes place in Prague, Czech Republic.

Length and Dates of Residency

Up to ten two-month residencies are available each year, offered on a year-round basis. The call is always published at the beginning of the summer of the previous year. 

What is Included

The residency includes:

  • Air travel from writer's home City of Literature

  • Accommodation during the residency

  • Residency stipend

What is Expected of the Resident

  • Basic English for communication

  • Engagement with host City of Literature's community

  • The writer's work relates to the host City of Literature in some way

More Information

The results of the selection process are announced by the end of October. Residents are provided with free accommodation, travel expenses are reimbursed, and a stipend of 15,000 CZK (approx. 600 euros) per month.

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