Short Description

Do you have a breathtaking project you would like to work on during your residency in Prague? Prague City of Literature offers an opportunity to writers and translators to live and work in the beautiful city center where historical architecture meets modern and vibrant city life.

This call goes for eight two-month residencies in 2026 which will be held in:

  • January–February
  • March–April
  • May–June
  • July–August
  • September–October
  • November–December

Selection criteria:

  • Basic knowledge of the English language
  • At least one published literary work (not self-published) or two broadcast or published radio dramas or one carried out or published theater play or at least one translated work of a Czech author
  • Willingness to participate in the local literary life (author readings, meeting students, talks, activities arranged by the receiving institution or connected to the cultural events of the city)
  • Working on the writings during the stay
  • Cultural interest for the location
  • The author who has already received the scholarship once cannot apply again
  • The Resident undertakes that in the course of the residential stay or no later than within 2 months from its termination, he/she will provide the Municipal Library in Prague with the text inspired by the stay that the Municipal Library in Prague, through the project “Prague City of Literature”, will be authorized to use to promote the Prague’s residential stays. The Municipal Library in Prague will enter into a license agreement with the Resident for the purpose of using the text in electronic as well as printed version.

Eligibility

This residency is for writers, poets, translators and playwrights from all over the world. Authors from the Czech Republic cannot apply for the residency. We require at least one published work (including electronically published works), or one produced or published play. Works that are already in the process of being published are also counted. 
The residency cannot be repeated.

How to Apply

Online Application

Program Benefits & Awards

Residents are provided with free accommodation, travel expenses are reimbursed, and a stipend of 15,000 CZK (approx. 600 euros) per month.

Entry Fee

None

Location

Czech Republic

Timeline

  • Application Deadline: 18 August 2025

Website Link: https://www.prahamestoliteratury.cz/prague-residency-program-2026/

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