Short story competition

A short story competition which aims to highlight Vittoriosa is being organised by the Historical and Cultural Society of Vittoriosa.

Participants aged between 16 and 18 are invited to write a short story with Vittoriosa as its setting.

The story may take place in a contemporary or historical context and may involve imaginary or historical characters.

The city reached the peak of its fame in 1565 as the centre of the Order of St John in Malta during the Great Siege.

The society promotes the view that Vittoriosa contributes significantly to the national heritage.

The essay must be between 1,000 and 1,500 words, in Maltese or English. More than one entry may be submitted and name, address, telephone number, age and school/college must be stipulated.

The script should be sent to The Secretary, Historical and Cultural Society, Dar it-Tmienja ta’ Settembru, Pjazza Vittoriosa, Vittoriosa.

The closing date is April 30.

Agenda Bookshop will award book prizes to the winning entry in Maltese and the winning entry in English.

Certificates of participation will be given to all entrants.