Key dates for your calendar in 2026 / 2027
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17 October 2026
Full 2026 results announced here and on social media. Anthologies published.
15 November 2026
Our 2027 competition opens!
31 May 2027
Competition deadline!
30 July 2027
Novel long list announced here and on social media.
26 August 2027
Novel shortlist announced here and on social media.
2 September 2027
Novel shortlisted writers to submit a total of 30,000 words, including their synopsis and original submission.
Early October 2027
Novel winner and runner up informed.
16 October 2027
Full results announced here and on social media. Anthologies published.
15 November 2027
Our 2028 competition opens!
