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This competition usually opens annually from early January or February until the end of May
Opens: Jan 1, 2026Closes: Jun 1, 202634 days left
Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Fees£8 – £10 لكل قصة
Job locationUnited Kingdom
Deadline2026-05-31
Opportunity description
The Frome Short Story Competition is one of the leading international literary competitions in the field of short stories, held annually as part of the Frome Festival in the United Kingdom.
The competition is open to writers from around the world, offering them the opportunity to showcase their creative work before a specialized judging panel. It helps participants gain literary experience and strengthen their presence in the writing world. Additionally, it provides an excellent platform for both emerging and established writers to publish their stories and reach a wider audience.
Benefits
- Cash prizes for the winners
- Participation is available remotely (online)
- Publication of winning or outstanding stories
- International literary recognition
- Evaluation by professional writers and judges
- Opportunity to participate in a cultural festival in the UK
Eligibility criteria
- Open to all nationalities
- No specific age limit
- Submit an original, unpublished short story
- Adhere to the required word count (usually around 2,000 words)
- Written in English
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