Burt Award for African Literature
The Burt Award for African Literature is a new literary prize that the recognizes excellence in young adult fiction from Africa. Sponsored by CODE through the generous contributions of Canadian patron Bill Burt, the award addresses an ongoing absence of relevant, quality books for young people while at the same time promotes a love of reading and learning in Tanzania, Ethiopia and Ghana. The award consists of up to three cash prizes totaling $21,000 CAD and a publishing contract for winning submissions. Winning titles will be distributed to schools and libraries throughout these three countries.
The Burt Award is supported in part by IBBY Canada. Members of IBBY are nominated to act as jurors in the award process. IBBY's role has recently been expanded to include workshop facilitation for emerging and experienced writers of youth fiction.
Learn more about the Burt Awards
Burt Award - Tanzania
Burt Award - Ghana
Burt Award - Ethiopia
Featured Book
"Treeland : The Land of Laughter"
1st Prize Burt Award for African Literature 2009
Published by Mkuki Na Nyota
www.mkukinanyota.com