Fully Funded Romance & Thriller Writing Competition UK 2026
By: The Mo Siewcharran PrizeLast update:
Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Job locationUnited Kingdom
Deadline2026-02-02
Opportunity description
Competition Overview
The Mo Siewcharran Prize 2026 is open for entries, catering to romance and psychological thriller submissions. It aims to discover and promote the next generation of writers in the UK who belong to underrepresented backgrounds.
Financial Benefits and Coverage
- Grand Prize: £2,500 and editorial feedback.
- Runner-up Prizes: £1,500 and £750 plus editorial support.
- Exclusive meetings with literary agents and editors.
Eligibility Requirements
- Age: 18+
- Residence: United Kingdom
- Ethnic Background: Black, Asian, or mixed heritage.
- Unrepresented and unpublished authors.
Available Fields of Study
- Romance novels.
- Psychological thrillers.
How to Apply Step by Step
- Prepare a novel synopsis up to 700 words.
- Submit up to 10,000 words of your manuscript.
- Entry is free and submissions are made through the competition website.
- Winners receive comprehensive editorial feedback and opportunities for publishing negotiations.
Benefits
- £2,500 prize for the winner.
- £1,500 for second prize.
- Editorial feedback and agent meetings included.
Eligibility criteria
- Applicants must be 18 years or older.
- Reside in the UK.
- From Black, Asian, or mixed ethnic heritage.
- Unpublished and unagented writers.