May 21-24, 2008
Explore your writing on the beautiful Black Sea coast!
The Elizabeth Kostova Foundation presents Sozopol Fiction Seminars
first annual summer fiction-writing seminar in historic Sozopol in Bulgaria. Ten accepted candidates (5 from Bulgaria and 5 from English-speaking countries) will receive full scholarships which include tuition, room and board, and travel expenses.

ELIGIBILITY
All fiction writers working in English or Bulgarian and over 18 years of age are eligible to apply, regardless of publication record and educational status. Acceptance will be based on the quality of the writing sample, statement of purpose, and letter of reference. Applicants from English-speaking countries are not required to have knowledge of the Bulgarian language, nor are Bulgarian applicants required to have knowledge of English, although either will be helpful and should be noted in the application.

APPLICATION
Application is by online form only. An original fiction sample of 10-20 pages is required. Please read the eligibility criteria carefully before filling in the application form in full. For details and to apply, go to our website at: www.ekf.bg. (Please note there is an option for English at the top of the page.)

EVALUATION
The evaluations will be made by our seminar faculty in conjunction with an independent panel in each of the participating languages.

DEADLINE
The online applications are due by February 1, 2008.

NOTIFICATION
All applicants and the successful recipients will be notified by March 31, 2008, by e-mail.