Aspiring writer Sheridan Povedano has been selected for the writing initiative being run by Gibraltar Cultural Services, on behalf of the Ministry of Culture. The programme, part of GCS’ development drive, aims to cultivate talent within the literary field, providing young writers with invaluable opportunities and a supportive environment to develop their craft.

Sheridan, who describes herself as a writer, poet and essayist has had a productive and inspiring journey since her initial meeting with the GCS team. Amid a flourishing literary scene in Gibraltar, she has participated in various writing workshops led by international and local authors. These experiences, she says, have been profoundly motivational and have influenced her creative process.

An English graduate specialising in the field of media studies and creative writing, Sheridan is really looking forward to the experience. Her proposed work will explore the blurred boundaries between fiction and non-fiction, with Gibraltar’s iconic Main Street serving as the central theme. This ambitious project underscores her passion for semiotics and the hybridisation of storytelling forms.

Sheridan spends her time reading extensively and engaging critically with topics that inspire her work, including the nuances of Gibraltar’s culture and history. GCS is delighted to support Sheridan as she embarks on this creative journey, confident that her work will make a valuable contribution to Gibraltar’s rich literary heritage.