Zvona i Nari
Ližnjan, Croatia
Zvona i Nari (Bells & Pomegranates) is a library and literary retreat in Ližnjan, Croatia, offering free residencies to writers, poets, translators, editors, publishers, scholars, and others in the literary field to work on creative projects while engaging with the local community through readings or library activities. The program provides fully furnished houses on a country estate, accommodating 2-4 people each, with stays determined individually based on project needs and community involvement. Guests must contribute to the library's daily operations and respect shared spaces, with no stipend provided but housing free; food and travel are self-funded.
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