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Posted on 8 August 2023

Deadline
8 October 2023

Who may enter
Entrants must be 16 years or over. 

Short description

The competition is organized by Jude Higgins.

Entries can be on any theme or subject but must be original and written in English. They must also be for adult or young adult readers. Non-fiction and fiction written for children under 13 years is not eligible.

Maximum length is 300 words, title excluded.

Entries must not have been previously published in print or online, been broadcast or won a prize.

The judge is Sara Hills. 

Read the previous winning stories.

Entry fees
The standard fee is ÂŁ9 GBP for one submission. Reductions are available for multiple entries.

Prizes
• 1st prize: £1,000
• 2nd prize: £300
• 3rd prize: £100 

Competition website
For further information visit the official competition website.