Submissions open:
1 June 2022
Submissions close:
31 August 2022
Who may enter
The competition is open to writers worldwide over 16 years.
Short description
The competition is organized by the Scottish Arts Club based in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Entries can be on any theme or subject but must be original and written in English. They must also be for adult readers. Non-fiction and fiction written for children under 14 years is not eligible. Illustrated stories are not eligible.
Maximum length is 250 words, title excluded.
Entries must not have been previously published in print or online, been broadcast or won a prize.
Entry fee
The entry fee is £7 per story.
Prizes
• First prize: £2,000
• Second prize: £300
• Third prize: £150
The top twenty stories will be published in the anthology.
Competition website
For further information visit the official competition website.