Opportunity to participate in the Scratch A4 Spring 2026 event
By: Scratch BooksLast update:
Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
Age
- No specific age required
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Job locationUnited Kingdom
Deadline2026-04-03
Opportunity description
Scratch A4 will open applications in spring 2026 and is considered a great opportunity for short story writers. The event accepts stories of fewer than 1,000 words with an entry fee of £4.
Judging Panel:
- Harriet Armstrong – Author of "To Rest Our Minds and Bodies"
- Steven Evans – Literary Agent at The Eve White Literary Agency
- Tom Conaghan – Publisher at Scratch Books
Previous conditions:
- The story must be written in English.
- The story must not exceed 1,000 words.
Participation fee:
The participation fee is usually around £4 per entry.
Deadline:
The deadline for submitting works is April 26.