Writers from across Vanuatu and the ni-Vanuatu diaspora have been recognised for their poetry,...

The countdown is on, with less than one week remaining before submissions close for the 2026...

The 2026 Vanuatu National Literary Awards have officially opened, marking the return of the Sot...

An exciting new chapter for ni-Vanuatu storytelling began on May 1, 2026, with the launch of the...

Vepaiamele’s winning piece, “My Name”, explores the significance of identity and culture through...

Noah Westra’s SotSot Storian, “Lina’s Luganville”, paints a vivid picture of life in modern...

Taylor Yao’s “Chinese Life”, explores identity, language, and cultural perception in Vanuatu....

Mislin Wari’s “Scary Map” is a moving reflection on courage, self-acceptance, and identity....

Orihane Laloyer’s poem, “L’Âme de Mouvement”, celebrates the vibrant, evolving identity of...

Pascal Harry’s SotSot Storian “Kastom”, celebrates Vanuatu’s culture and traditions through the...

Eltrisha Regenvanu’s French-language story, “Le chemin du kava (entre tradition et spiritualité)”,...

Orihane Laloyer’s story, “Kael et l’Âme de l’Île”, was shortlisted for publication. Set beneath...

Yoan Bororoa’s SotSot Storian, “Pem Woman”, was shortlisted in the Youth Category. The story...

Jennifer Nakou’s powerful poem captures the quiet tension between tradition and modernity, weaving...

“My Land, My Life” by Jeliana Terangi Kalsrap beautifully explores the deep connection between...

Magalie Namol’s “Melteto le batteur du nasara” celebrates the heartbeat of Vanuatu’s cultural...

Talula-Fay Taribakeo’s “Rooted in Light” is a heartfelt tribute to heritage, family, and the...

Donna Henry’s “Leido’s Modern Kastom” captures the evolving spirit of Vanuatu’s culture through...

Marik Gardais’ “Nos Chouchous” explores the beautiful mix of cultures in Vanuatu through its...

Eduard Tara’s “Neuf miroirs neuf miroirs entre nous et nos ancêtres (séquence de haïku moderne)”...

Cloe Ruth Tate’s “Black is Beautiful” is a powerful poem that explores self-love, beauty, and...

Rex Neribo’s “One Family, Many Islands” celebrates the strength of unity across Vanuatu. Through...

Sarah Mecartney’s “Woman Melanesie” is a lyrical and evocative poem that captures the paradoxes of...

Tracy Uvoi Namel’s “Mama Kraon, Mi Sori” reflects on the tension between personal identity and...

Tracy Uvoi Namel’s “The Fork and The Laplap” tells a warm and humorous story of cultural exchange....

Jennifer Nakou’s “Whose Child Is This ?” explores identity, generational perspectives, and the...

Trilby Hunter’s “Am I Accepted?” explores the challenges of fitting in, cultural identity, and the...

Janessa Amos’ “Hum Between Worlds” captures the tension and harmony between ancestral traditions...

Espellin Tom Banga’s “Matanoi” immerses readers in the grandeur of Vanuatu’s rivers and rituals,...

Leina Isno’s “A Forest Shower, South West Bay Way” blends Ninde and English to reflect childhood...

Anna Naupa’s “Tunmit” explores the history and cultural significance of the traditional Erromangan...

Rebecca Tobo Olul-Hossen’s “Patan Lewantehi – Navou Tua Patan Asoli” tells the story of Navou’s...

Mikaela Nyman introduces us to the Sot Sot Storian / Microfiction competition and talks with Anna...

In an exciting development for Vanuatu’s literary scene, the ‘Sot Sot Storian’ micro-fiction...

Congratulations to Thomas Chen for this inspiring Sot Sot Storian! Thomas Chen is a year 8 student...

Congratulations to Busi Vasconcellos for this wonderful Sot Sot Storian! Busi Vasconcellos-Neill...

Congratulations to Leina Isno for this wonderful Sot Sot Storian! Leina Isno is a ni-Vanuatu from...

Congratulations to Sarah Mecartney for this inspiring Sot Sot Storian! Sarah Mecartney is inspired...

Congratulations to Brooke David for this wonderful Sot Sot Storian! Brooke David is 16 years old....

Congratulations to Dan McGarry for this inspiring Sot Sot Storian! Dan McGarry has been writing...

Congratulations to Shanine Wotlolan for this wonderful Sot Sot Storian! Shanine Wotlolan is 15...

Congratulations to Dr Basil Leodoro for this inspiring Sot Sot Storian! Dr Basil Leodoro was born...

Congratulations to Leitare Raubani for this wonderful Sot Sot Storian! Leitare Raubani is now a...

Congratulations to Jodie Kapalu for this inspiring Sot Sot Storian! Jodie Kapalu is a 31-year-old...

Congratulations to Jade Ho for this wonderful Sot Sot Storian! Jade Ho is a talented 17-year-old...

Congratulations to Leina Isno for this inspiring Sot Sot Storian! Leina Isno is a ni-Vanuatu from...

Luganville International School (LIS) submissions excelled in the 2024 national Sot Sot Storian...

The Sot Sot Storian competition is a micro-fiction writing competition that is open to people...