Young writers have gained a few additional days to try their luck. The Organizing Committee of the Algiers International Book Fair (SILA) has announced an extension for entry submissions for the third edition of the “My First Book” prize, dedicated to authors under the age of 35.
Originally set for August 6, 2026, the final deadline has now been shifted to August 20, 2026. This extension gives emerging literary talents extra time to finalize their applications and submit their inaugural fictional works.
The contest is open to debut novels published during the year 2026, written in Arabic, Tamazight, French, or English, highlighting the linguistic diversity and creative richness of young Algerian authors.
Candidates are encouraged to make use of this extension to complete their application packages and adhere to the participation terms and filing procedures outlined in the contest guidelines. Submissions must be delivered to the designated email address: [email protected], prior to August 20, 2026.