BEN JACKSON

PORT MORESBY - The Crocodile Prize is getting ready for a big year as it continues to bring the best of Papua New Guinean writing to the world.

The Prize was founded in 2010 and director Ruth Moiam said it has developed as the country’s most important platform for writers and poets.

“It is a means of building and strengthening Papua New Guinean literature,” she said, “and it gives writers the encouragement and recognition they need.”

Ms Moiam has asked potential sponsors to consider putting their weight behind Papua New Guinean writers.