Prose and Poetry Prizes

Rules of Entry and Entry Form

Entries in the single poem section must be previously unpublished with a limit of 40 lines. Entry fee £5 for up to two single poems (TNW subscribers up to four poems at same fee).

Entries in the collection of poems section (6-10 poems) can be previously published. No line limit. Entry fee £12 per collection.

Short stories up to 4,000 words and serials/novellas up to 20,000 words on any subject or theme, in any genre (not children's). Previously published material is not eligible for entry. Entry fees £5 per short story (TNW subscribers two stories at same fee) or £15 per serial/novella.

Essays, articles and interviews up to 2,000 words covering any writing-related or literary theme in its widest sense. Previously published material is not eligible. Single entry £5 (TNW subscribers two entries at same fee).

All work should be clearly typed, double-spaced (except poetry), on one side of white A4 paper and paperclipped. Entrants may make as many submissions as they wish but please include your name, address, title of entry, word count and category on a separate cover sheet with every entry. Preliminary judging will be carried out by The New Writer editorial board with guest judges making the final selection so there should be no identifying marks on the entries. Entries are non-returnable. A full list of winners will be sent provided SAE is enclosed.

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To enter the competition, please complete and submit the form below, remembering to include the total entry fee. Your card will not be debited until your entry has been received and attached to this form.*

Alternatively, payment can be made in sterling by cheque/postal order/ international money order payable to The New Writer and sent along with your entry.

If you are unable to pay in pounds sterling OR by the credit cards itemised below, and you would like to pay by cheque or notes in your own currency, please add the equivalent of an extra 12 pounds sterling to the entry fee which should enable us to cover banking conversions and transactions at this end.

Please enclose a covering letter with full details of your name, address, telephone number and your entry details, to The New Writer, PO Box 60, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2ZR UK.

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If you experience any difficulty in completing the form below please do not hesitate to call us on +44 (0)1580 212626 and we will be pleased to take details of your entry by 'phone.

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