Cork City Libraries celebrate the emerging writer by inviting teenagers aged 14-18 years of age to enter the Cork City Libraries Short Story Competition. There are no theme restrictions, and entries should be between 1,000 and 4,000 words. Those short-listed will receive a written critique of their work by local writer Kevin Doyle. The winner will be announced as part of World Book Festival during Teen Day on Wednesday, 20 April 2016, in the city library, Grand Parade. Each story should be accompanied by a cover sheet with the writer’s name, address, email address, telephone number, school address, title of piece and word count. Contact: eibhlin_cassidy@corkcity.ie First prize is €200; second and third prizes are...

A Poem for Ireland competition offers a first prize of €1,000; second prize of €500 and a third prize of €250. All national finalists get €50. The closing date for entries is 29 February, 2016. For full entry conditions see www.LibrariesIreland.ie This is being run by the Department of Education and Skills, the public library service and Libraries Development, Local Government Management Agency. Round One: Poems must be original works and on the theme of Ireland, past and present. Further information is available at...