Futurock Editionsthe publisher linked to the innovative Futurock FMhas officially launched the fifth edition of the prestigious Futurock Novel Award, consolidating itself as one of the most prominent competitions on the independent literary scene in Argentina. This year, the jury will be made up of renowned writers Alan Pauls, Julian Lopez and Carla Maliandiwho will be responsible for choosing the winning work among those presented.
He Futurock Novel Prize It not only seeks to recognize emerging talent in Argentine literature, but also to provide a vital space for the publication and dissemination of new voices. The winning work will receive a cash prize of $3,500,000 and will be edited and distributed by Ediciones Futurock, thus expanding its reach to a national and international audience.
Those interested in participating in this edition of the Futurock Novel Award They must present unpublished works written in Spanish. It is a fundamental requirement that the works have not been previously published or awarded in other literary contests. There is no age restriction for participating writers.
Registration for the contest will be open from Tuesday, June 18 to August 18. All details about the bases and conditions for participation can be consulted on the official website of Ediciones Futurock, where the specific requirements for the submission of manuscripts are detailed.
Carla Maliandi, one of the jurors of this edition, expressed her enthusiasm for being part of the award, highlighting the importance of recognizing the effort and creativity of writers in challenging times for culture and the publishing industry. Maliandi stressed that literature is not only an act of creative solitude, but also a reason for celebration and connection with readers.
For its part, Julian Lopez He emphasized the relevance of the Futurock Novel Prize as a fundamental stimulus for Argentine writers, highlighting the diversity and complexity of the national narrative as a reflection of the country’s history and culture.
Futurock Editions, emerged as an extension of Futurock FM in 2018, has managed to position itself as a publisher committed to promoting new perspectives and narratives in Argentine literature. With more than forty thousand copies sold to date, the publisher continues to defy the adversities of the publishing sector by publishing both fiction and non-fiction works, as well as children’s literature under the Skateboard imprint.
The Futurock Novel Prize thus stands as a unique opportunity for Argentine writers to see their works recognized nationally and internationally, strengthening the country’s literary and cultural panorama.
Since its creation, the Futurock Award de Novela has awarded memorable works that have left a significant mark on contemporary Argentine literature. Previous winners include titles such as The bird of Juan Von Zeschau and orc world of Jimena Nespolohighlighting the diversity and quality of the proposals that the award has promoted over the years.
With a legacy of continued support for literary creation, the 2024 Futurock Novel Prize promises to establish itself as a beacon for writers seeking not only recognition, but also the opportunity to share their stories with the world.
The jury’s decision is expected to be announced in the month of October, at which time the winning work will be revealed and will join the select group of novels honored by this prestigious award.
Those interested in closely following the development of the Futurock Novel Prize and learning more about Ediciones Futurock can visit its official website and social networks for updates and news related to the contest and the publisher’s activities.
The 2024 Futurock Novel Prize represents not only recognition of Argentine literary talent, but also a firm commitment to the promotion and dissemination of new voices in the national and international publishing field.
