Dong-A Socio Group will hold the 43rd Maronie Women's Essay Competition on the 29th, with total prize money of 40 million won

Oct 27, 2025

Dong-A Socio Group will hold the 43rd Maronie Women's Essay Competition on the 29th, with total prize money of 40 million won



Dong-A Socio Group will hold the 43rd Maronie Women's Essay Contest on the 29th.

Hosted by the Korea Culture and Arts Commission and sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Chief Cultural Foundation, Dong-A Socio Holdings, Dong-A Pharmaceutical, and Dong-A ST, the Marronnier Women's Essay Competition is the oldest women's writing contest in Korea, marking its 43rd anniversary this year.

Starting at 10 a.m. on the 29th, any woman can participate in the writing contest in the Marronnier Park area of Daehak-ro, Seoul, and can apply by selecting one of the ▲ city ▲ prose ▲ children's literature (simultaneous and fairy tales). Tenses and writings will be announced by drawing lots on the same day, and one of the four writings can be selected and written.




A total of 29 people, including three manors, three excellence awards, nine incentive awards, and 14 entries, will be selected and awarded 40 million won in total prize money. Award-winning works will be produced as a collection of works, and excellent works will be published on the Munhak Plaza website and brunch story.

Participants who failed to register in advance can also register from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the site on the day of the event. Both the pre-subscriber and the on-site receptionist must bring their identification cards.

Dong-A Socio Group held literary lectures and fall music concerts, including a writing contest, near the venue to create a place where literature and music harmonize.




A Dong-A Socio Group official said, "For 43 years, we have continuously supported the Marronnier Baekiljang to expand the base of Korean literature and discover female writers"I hope this writing contest will serve as an opportunity for many female writers to shine even more."."



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.