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Letter to My Favorite Author: An Initiative by CSimon Publishing and the Port-au-Prince Book Fair
Letter to My Favorite Author: An Initiative by CSimon Publishing and the Port-au-Prince Book Fair
Letter to My Favorite Author: An Initiative by CSimon Publishing and the Port-au-Prince Book Fair

Letter to My Favorite Author: An Initiative by CSimon Publishing and the Port-au-Prince Book Fair

The "Letter to My Favorite Author" contest is a joint initiative by CSmon Publishing, a publishing house based in Virginia, USA, and the Port-au-Prince Book Fair. The contest aims to create a platform where young literature enthusiasts can express their affection and admiration for the authors who have impacted their lives through a letter dedicated to them. This letter can be written in Haitian Creole or French by any young person aged 18 to 30 living in Haiti. The author to whom the letter is addressed can be Haitian or foreign, and even from the medieval period.

The contest began on January 27, with registration closing on that date, and will continue until April 15, when the prizes will be awarded. The awards, which are 75,000 gourdes for the winner, 50,000 gourdes for the second place, and 25,000 gourdes for third place, will be presented during the event "Living in Prose and Poetry," organized annually by the Port-au-Prince Book Fair, to be held in 2025 at the French Institute in Haiti.

A Contest Serving Youth and Literary Culture

The initiative seeks to encourage young people to understand the value of books and invite them to appreciate the impact of authors on their personal and intellectual lives. Through this action, the contest allows participants not only to pay tribute to their favorite authors but also to affirm their commitment to preserving and promoting literary culture. Additionally, this contest is a wonderful opportunity to discover new emerging talents in the literary field, contributing to the building of the Haitian literary world of tomorrow.

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Contest Stages

The "Letter to My Favorite Author" contest proceeds in several stages to select the best texts. The first phase involves receiving participants’ letters. The first thirty candidates who express their interest are invited to submit their letters to the Pyepoudré Cultural Center, located on Bourdon Road, from February 4 to 8, 2025. These letters will then undergo a rigorous selection process conducted by a competent jury, consisting of Evens Dossous, poet Adlyne Bonhomme, Marc Exavier, and presided over by Moïse François. After a first round of corrections and careful evaluation, the top ten texts will be selected and publicly announced.

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Audiovisual Recording of Selected Texts and Public Voting

Once the ten letters are selected, the authors will be invited to record their works in audiovisual format. The recordings will be done with the technical support of the organizing committee, ensuring professional-quality videos. These recordings will then be published on the various platforms of the Port-au-Prince Book Fair and open to public judgment. This moment is important, as the public will have the chance to discover budding literary talents and support them through voting.

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Reducing the List to Five Finalists

After the voting, the list will be reduced to five finalists. Among these finalists, three winners will be selected, and an official announcement will be made to announce the three grand winners of the contest. The winners will receive their awards on April 15, 2025, at the French Institute in Haiti. Thus, this contest will give each participant hope for recognition of their love for literature, while encouraging the emergence of new literary voices.

A Well-Deserved Tribute

Authors, whether contemporary or classical, play a crucial role in the evolution of societies by offering, through their works, reflections on the human condition, culture, and the history of humanity. Their influence is profound and should be categorized as one of the most valuable. It is essential to grant them the recognition and affection they truly deserve, whether they are still biologically alive or remain alive through their works. By paying tribute to them through this contest, CSmon Publishing and the Port-au-Prince Book Fair pay a vibrant tribute to literature itself and its transformative power. Specifically, CSmon Publishing demonstrates its commitment to Haitian literature and its global development. By financing the contest in large part, it shows its desire to invest in youth and the emergence of new voices within Haitian literature, thus contributing to enriching our literary heritage and encouraging the literary voices of tomorrow.

The Port-au-Prince Book Fair announces the opening of author registration for its second edition
The Port-au-Prince Book Fair announces the opening of author registration for its second edition

The Port-au-Prince Book Fair announces the opening of author registration for its second edition

The Port-au-Prince Book Fair is a literary initiative of the cultural organization Port-au-Prince Book Fair (OCSLP), based on the desire to promote Haitian culture in general, with a particular focus on literature. The organizers of the event have just announced the registration of authors, who will number 20, and those of publishing houses, who will number 5 for the second edition, which will take place on Friday, December 13, 2024, in the premises of the French Institute in Haiti. The registration deadline is Thursday, October 10 of this year. Please note that the first to arrive who have met the required criteria will be eligible to take part in this second edition of the event, according to the organizers’ admission. This rigorous and restricted selection of only 20 authors aims to guarantee an enriching experience for authors and the public, thus promoting authentic exchanges around the works presented. Independent authors and publishing houses interested in registering their authors to participate in this second edition of the fair are invited to submit their application via this link: https://form.jotform.com/louirardjohn8/salon-du-livre-de-port-au-prince. For publishing and distribution houses planning to exhibit on the day of the event, you can register by clicking on this link: https://form.jotform.com/242596699603068. You are requested to contact them at the following address: salondulivre2023@gmail.com in case of difficulties. The Port-au-Prince Book Fair remains faithful to its philosophy, which is to offer a platform to young authors and to promote the richness of Haitian literary production, by supporting new authors who contribute to its growth. This event is a continuation of the first edition, aimed at allowing the emergence of an environment conducive to exchanges, where young authors can meet, share their experiences and engage in dialogue with readers and book professionals. According to the organizers of the event, your participation as a young author will be essential to enrich the fair and offer a diverse experience to visitors. The invitation to join this noble initiative is extended to young authors who have not yet published 5 books. You who are concerned, the ball is now in your court. Do not hesitate to go and make this day, December 13, 2024, an unforgettable day for all book lovers.

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Makenson Cajuste

Malheureusement, les conditions sont données après le dépôt du texte. On a beau demander les conditions, mais aucune réponse n'a été donnée à cet effet. On n'avait pas mentionné l'âge d'éligibilité avant. C'est domage que j'ai déjà dépose mon texte alors que j'ai plus que l'âge exigé. Dans ce cas, je me demande si je dois reprendre mon texte ?

February 04, 2025 - 03:21:40 PM
Witchel Tcheetto VILMÉ

Bon bagay,bon travay nou pap lage

February 04, 2025 - 03:25:56 PM
Dr Cherlin SIMON

Ansanm nap batay poun gen yon loy edikasyon Nan peyi nou

February 04, 2025 - 07:53:31 PM
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