The successful writer will receive free accommodation in an inner-city apartment, a small stipend
for living expenses and return economy class air travel.

This opportunity is available through a partnership between the New Zealand China Friendship
Society, the Michael King Writers’ Centre, the Shanghai Writers’ Association, and Shanghai People’s
Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries.

Writers are invited to take part in discussions and literary events and are required to write an
article on a nominated theme before the residency starts. Apart from that obligation, the writers
are able to work on a project of their choice.

Up to seven writers from all over the world are in the programme each year. Many celebrated writers
have taken part over the years.

New Zealand applications close on Friday 30th March at 5pm and should be emailed to the Michael
King Writers’ Centre. Application details can be found on the MKWC website: www.writerscentre.org.nz
The selection will be managed by a panel appointed by the Michael King Writers’ Centre and the NZ
China Friendship Society.

For further information, please contact:
Jan McEwen
Michael King Writers’ Centre, PO Box 32-629, Devonport, Auckland 0744
Ph: (09) 445 8451
Mobile: 0274 811 567
Email: jan@writerscentre.org.nz