Let your voice be heard and celebrate the joy of storytelling!
The Yi Lit Fest 2024, a vibrant celebration of creativity and the power of words! This year, we invite students from schools and colleges to come together and immerse in a kaleidoscope of literary experiences.
This is a platform for budding writers and poets to showcase their talent, express their thoughts, and captivate the audience with their words.
Terms:
The copyrights to the submitted stories will belong to Young Indians organization. Any royalties on the sale of books will not be shared with the contributing participants.
Each participant will write a short story in around 2000 – 3000 words. Your story should include any of the following Nation building concepts:
- Health & Wellness
- Road Safety
- Personal Safety
- Innovation
- Entrepreneurship
- Nature & Climate Change
- People & Accessibility
- Sports
- Leadership
- Nation Building with Rural
The short stories of the finalists will be compiled and launched as a book titled “Yi Student Stories”.
– By the Yi Chennai Team
Batch 1
Timeline for Batch 1
- Student Registration closes on April 28, 2024
- Orientation and Story Writing Workshop in May 2024.
- Deadline to submit your story is on June 15, 2024
- Grand Finale – TBD
Step 1 – Registration
Deadline: April 28, 2024 (Sunday)
For School Students (Thalir)
Registration: https://forms.gle/ZzaWSAXwRuvmQcSE7
Eligibility: Students in classes 6 – 12.
For College Students (Yuva)
Registration: https://forms.gle/BCTyHF1GP1pgcHHM7
Eligibility: All college students
Step 2 – Workshop & Masterclass
Date: May 2024
Mode: Online (Virtual)
Participants can enhance their literary skills through engaging workshops on writing, poetry, storytelling, and more. Learn from experts, hone your craft, and unlock your creative potential.
Step 3 – Submit Your Story
Deadline: June 15, 2024 (Saturday)
Put your literary skills to the test and participate in exciting writing opportunity. Show off your storytelling prowess, and stand a chance to get recognition and be featured in our book.
Requirements
Your short story should be in around 3000 words, and should include any of the Nation building concepts mentioned above.
Step 4 – Qualifier Round
Date: July 31, 2024
The shortlisted participants enter the Qualifier round. They will work closely with the editorial team and polish their work. Only the stories that get accepted by the publisher will make it to the final book.
Qualifier Round Entries
- Krisha Yelchur
Class 8, Chennai Public School - Sukritha. S
Class 10, NSN Memorial School - C. Bhavani Sri
Class 9, Dayasadan Agarwal Vidyalaya - Riddhi Jain
Class 9, Chennai Public School - Antara
Class 9, Chennai Public School - By V.Yagnyasri
Class 7, Shri BS Mootha Girls Senior Secondary School - M. Sainath
Class 8, Shri Natesan Vidyasala Higher Secondary School - Harshita Prakash
Class 6, Shri BS Mootha Girls Senior Secondary School - K Adwaithaa Sree
Class 6, Shri BS Mootha Girls Senior Secondary School - Shalin Steve S
Class 9, Chennai Public School - Anahita Jha
Class 9, Chennai Public School - Akshyasri
Class 10, NSN Matriculation - M Akshayaa
Class 7, Shri BS Mootha Girls Senior Secondary School - Pavithranathan. D
Class 11, RMK Senior Secondary School - M. Dhanyashree
Class 9, Kola Perumal Chetty Vaishnav Senior Secondary School - Smriti Prakash
Class 7, BS Mootha Girls Senior Secondary School - Deekshita
Class 9, NSN Memorial School - Adarsh Madhan
Class 9, Chennai Public School - S.P. Sibiyouns Antony Prabhu
Class 12, Zion International School - R.S.Sadhana
1st year college, Velammal Engineering College
Step 5 – The Grand Finale
Date: Tentatively in October 2024
Keynote Speakers
Renowned authors, poets, and literary figures will grace the fest, sharing insights, experiences, and inspiring tales from their literary journeys.
Panel Discussions
Witness the thought-provoking discussions on contemporary literary themes, trends, and challenges.
Conversations
Join the conversation, share your views, and connect with like-minded literary enthusiasts.
Recognitions
Get your efforts recognized and proudly receive your certificate from us, pose for the photos, and get a chance to be covered by the Press and Media.
