We publish books that matter — narrative and literary nonfiction on important topics, and the best of local, international, and translated fiction.

Varuna the National Writers’ House and Scribe Publications are delighted to announce the call out for our 2022 fellowship program: intensive mentorships that provide a unique opportunity for up to four writers developing exceptional new work.

The 2022 program is looking for literary fiction submissions.

Associate Publisher, Marika Webb-Pullman, says, “We’re looking for bold, powerful, voice-driven literary fiction that engages with current events or offers surprising new perspectives on older ideas; novels that have a unique hook, and strong prose. We’re not afraid of work that pushes at the boundaries of the form — indeed, we’ll welcome it — but we’re not looking for novels that follow genre conventions, like crime, romance, or science fiction.”

For all the details, and to apply, visit the Varuna website.

Applications close 12 April 2022.