Fully Funded Literary Residency in Hong Kong 2027 for Writers of All Nationalities

The International Writers' Workshop (IWW) at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) has opened applications for its 2027 Literary Residency Program, a fully funded residency that brings together writers from around the world for a four-week stay on the university campus.

The program offers writers dedicated time to focus on their creative work while engaging with fellow authors, scholars, and students through a range of literary and cultural activities. The residency concludes with the IWW Literary Festival 2027, themed "Inheritance", where participants are encouraged—but not required—to present work related to this theme. The program provides an international environment that promotes creative exchange, literary dialogue, and cross-cultural collaboration.

• A round-trip economy-class flight ticket.
• Free accommodation on the Hong Kong Baptist University campus for four weeks.
• A daily allowance to cover living expenses.
• Free participation in the literary residency program.
• Access to literary and cultural activities and events.
• Participation in the IWW Literary Festival.
• The opportunity to connect with writers from more than 60 countries.
• Dedicated time for writing in an outstanding academic and creative environment.

Applicants must:

1. Have published at least one literary book through a recognized publishing house.
2. Reside outside Hong Kong at the time of application.
3. Have a working knowledge of English or Chinese, including Mandarin or Cantonese.
4. Be available to attend the entire residency program.
5. Applicants of all nationalities, including those from Arab countries, are eligible to apply.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

1. A one-page artist’s statement explaining their writing experience and goals for participating in the residency.
2. A 10–12-page sample of recent literary work.
3. An updated CV.
4. Contact details for two referees.
5. An English or Chinese translation of any work originally written in another language.
6. All required documents combined into a single PDF file.

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