The 2024 Edna Staebler Personal Essay Contest Results

From the Editor’s Desk

After thorough consideration, The New Quarterly is pleased to announce the results of the 2024 Edna Staebler Personal Essay Contest.

Winner

“The Isabel Letters” by Geoff Martin

Runner Up

“Relax, You’re On Brain Vacation” by Martha Stiegman

Second Runner Up

“Bloodlines” by Nelly Leonidis

Honourable Mentions

“Because of the postcards” by Dora Dueck

“Speechless” by Jennifer Smith

Congratulation to all of the winners and honourable mentions. We look forward to publishing these essays in future issues.