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New2theScene Short Story Competition
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The deadline passed on 1 March 2025. The details below are kept for reference.
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Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- AgeNo specific age required
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- LocationRemotely
- Deadline2025-03-01
Opportunity description
Short story competition open to all writers, from published authors to amateurs, in any genre or style that inspires them.
Submission Conditions:
- 4000 word limit
- Genre: Any - whatever inspires you!
- All writers welcome (published authors to amateurs)
Prize:
- 1st place: Interview for the New2theScene podcast; £50 New2theScene vouchers; ‘Origins’ blog; author bio and work featured on the New2theScene website; social media promotion; publication in an anthology.
- Notable mentions: £15 New2theScene vouchers; possible publication in anthology; possible future projects not advertised on the site.
Fee: £5
Deadline: 2nd March 2025
Benefits
Podcast interview, publication, and cash prizes.
Eligibility criteria
Stories must be in English and under 4000 words.
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New2theScene Short Story Competition
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