The 2024 RTL Today and Ernster Young Authors Contest: Celebrating Young Writers
The prestigious award ceremony for the RTL Today and Ernster Young Authors Contest 2024 was a highlight of this year’s Walferdange Book Days. The event showcased the incredible talent of young writers and culminated in the release of a captivating short story collection featuring all the entries from this year’s competition.
Empowering Young Writers
Launched in 2023, the Young Authors Contest by RTL Today and Ernster was designed to provide a platform for budding writers to unleash their creativity and share their unique voices with the world. This year, the organizers decided to elevate the recognition of these young talents by unveiling the winners at a special ceremony held during the 2024 Walferdange Book Days fair.
The awards ceremony was hosted by Today Radio’s Sam Steen and Vanessa Gubbini from Ernster Publishing, adding a touch of glamour and excitement to the event.
Winners Across Categories
In the ‘Up to 11 years old’ category, Caroline Dauphinee claimed the top spot with her enchanting story ‘The Wonderful Adventures of Princess Laura’. Alicia Frias secured the second position, followed by Vasiliki Iaponas in third place.
Meanwhile, in the ’12 to 16 years old’ category, Shruthi Nataraj’s poignant tale ‘Finding Sanctuary’ captured the judges’ hearts and earned her the first-place prize. Almira Kavyu and Oriana-Mara Ciobanu impressed as runners-up in the category.
A Moment of Recognition and Reward
The winning authors had the opportunity to bask in the spotlight as their stories were read aloud to the eager audience. In addition to receiving vouchers from Ernster and certificates of achievement, each winner was presented with a very special prize – a copy of the compilation book “Young Authors 2024 – 61 Short Stories”.
This anthology, now available at Ernster’s bookstores and online, showcases the boundless imagination and creativity of these young writers. It is a testament to their talent and dedication, and a true celebration of the power of storytelling.
Conclusion
The 2024 RTL Today and Ernster Young Authors Contest not only honored the winners but also highlighted the wealth of creativity and imagination present in young writers today. The release of the compilation book is a testament to the impact of nurturing and supporting young talent in the literary world.
FAQs
Where can I purchase the “Young Authors 2024 – 61 Short Stories” book?
The book is available for purchase at Ernster’s bookstores and through their website here.