Amid ongoing health concerns within the royal family, a delightful announcement has emerged regarding a new UK-France literary prize aimed at young adult literature writers.
The royal family's official social media accounts shared an enchanting image of Queen Camilla and Madame Brigitte Macron, revealing the launch of the "Entente Littéraire Prize" with the caption, "Submissions to the Entente Littéraire Prize are now open!"
Introduced during the State Visit to France by Queen Camilla and Madame Macron last year, the Entente Littéraire Prize draws inspiration from the historic Entente Cordiale, an agreement between the UK and French governments in 1904 aimed at fostering stronger bilateral relations.
🖋️ Submissions to the Entente Littéraire Prize - a new UK-France literary prize for writers of young adult literature - are now open!
— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) January 25, 2024
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The timing of the announcement coincides with Princess Kate and King Charles undergoing medical treatment, offering a bright moment amidst the royal family's health challenges.
Additionally, the royal family's announcement seems to divert attention from the recent surprise appearance of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in Jamaica, where they were photographed with Prime Minister Andrew Holness, known for his "anti-monarchy" stance.
Submissions for the Entente Littéraire Prize, totaling €16,000, are now open. The prize seeks to recognize outstanding young adult literature, with two €8,000 awards—one for YA writing submitted in French and another for English translations.
Each prize will be evenly split between the writer, translator, and, if applicable, illustrator. The submissions window was formally inaugurated at the French Embassy in London and the British Embassy in Paris this week, marking a significant milestone in literary collaboration between the two nations.
