The Bucheon City of Literature office has announced the launch of the four-week 2025 Bucheon Residency Programme, open to writers, poets, translators, graphic novelists who have at least one published work and are currently engaged in creative writing.
The programme aims to foster international exchange, enhance mobility for literary and graphic artists, and provide a unique environment to develop new work while connecting with Korean readers and the local community.
Bucheon City of Literature invites writers, translators and comic/graphic novel creators affiliated with a UNESCO Creative City of Literature (outside of South Korea) to apply for this exciting opportunity.
During the residency, Residents are expected to devote 80% of their time to working on their personal creative project and 20% of their time to participating in programs, events or exchanges, designed in consultation with the Bucheon City of Literature Office.
Support
- Round-trip airfare and transportation from/to the airport
- Accommodation for approximately one month at the Bucheon Residence
- An opportunity to get engaged with the local cultural scene and connect with the Bucheon literary community
- A dedicated coordinator to help plan meetings, events, and cultural activities
