The Pardes program seeks to establish a deep connection between writers and the National Library of Israel (NLI), and facilitate the creation of new works by providing emerging talented authors with essential time and space for writing, guidance and inspiration.
For more information contact Alex Fridman, Coordinator of Writers' Programs at the NLI: [email protected]
The National Library invites authors who have published a debut book to apply for Pardes 8th cohort.
Eligibility
Eligible candidates are writers who have published a debut book of prose over the past five years and have yet to publish a second book.
To register please submit the online application form and send 5 copies of your book to:
Pardes Program, Department of Culture and Education
Alex Fridman, program coordinator
The National Library of Israel, POB 39105
Jerusalem
The program shall start January 7th, 2026.
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| A weekly day of classes and workshops at the Library | A weekly day of individual work, dedicated to writing and researching at the Library | Participation in cultural literary events at the NLI | Monthly stipend of 4,000 NIS |
Alex Fridman
Coordinator of Writers' Programs at the NLI
Pardes Program, Department of Culture and Education
Alex Fridman, program coordinator
The National Library of Israel, POB 39105
Jerusalem
The Pardes program is made possible with the generous support of Pamela and George Rohr, an anonymous donor and Yair Cohen.
