Azim Premji University launches fellowship for childrens literature in Kannada

bengaluru: to build and share a strong repository of children's literature in kannada, azim premji university on tuesday invited emerging and experienced authors to submit writings in all forms, including stories, poems, plays, biographies, travelogues, and novels.the fellowship is part of 'kathavana', the university's annual bilingual children's literature festival, which focuses on bringing children's literature into classrooms.interested authors should submit a proposal with one writing sample and other details by november 30. this will be followed by a screening process by distinguished jury members, who will guide shortlisted writers to refine manuscripts through workshops before finalising them for publication.authors whose manuscripts are published will be eligible for a fellowship of rs 10,000. those invited to workshops will receive travel and accommodation support.