Short Story Competition Rules - please also read the General Rules in the separate section:

1. A short, fictional story written in English of up to 2000 words on any subject.
2. Entries must be typed, double spaced, page numbered and printed in black ink on white A4 paper with the story’s title on each page.
3. The author’s name should not appear on any page in the manuscript.
4. Please do not fold or staple your entry.
5. The entry must be the original work of the author and be previously unpublished.
6. An entry form (click here to download and print) must accompany the manuscript giving the author’s contact details.
7. Keep a copy of your entry as manuscripts cannot be returned.
8. The entry fee is £5 for your first entry and £3 for each additional entry

• 1st Prize £500
• 2nd Prize £200
• 3rd Prize £100
• 4th Prize £75
• 5th Prize £50

Further details here.

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