John McGivering Writing Prize 2026 – Win up to £350
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Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Job locationUnited Kingdom
Deadline2026-05-01
Opportunity description
The John McGivering Writing Prize 2026 is a prestigious competition that invites young writers to submit original and unpublished works inspired by the supernatural and the life or writings of Rudyard Kipling. Organized by Creative Writing Ink, the competition is an opportunity for participants to showcase their creative talents and gain recognition within the writing community.
Competition Information
- The competition opens for submissions on 1 March.
- The theme is centered around the supernatural, connected to Kipling's writings or life.
- Submissions should not exceed 2500 words, excluding the title.
- Entries must be original and unpublished.
- The youth competition is specifically for ages 12 to 17.
- Esteemed judges include Jan Montefiore, Mary Hamer, and Sarah LeFanu.
Participation Fees
Adults: £8
Young Writers: £5
Benefits
- Monetary prizes for top three positions: £350 for first place, £100 for second, and £50 for third.
- For the younger competition: £75 for first place and £25 for runner-up.
Eligibility criteria
- For the younger writers' competition, participants must be between the ages of 12 and 17.