Raw talent is a precious gem waiting to be discovered. It is the spark that ignites the imagination. The unpolished brilliance that holds the potential to captivate readers.
At the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize, we believe in fostering and encouraging these emerging voices. So we are thrilled to announce an increase in prize money for our summer competition New Voice Prize to £400. Two runners ups will also have an editor work with them on polishing their story for publication.
New Voice Prize – £400
Runners up – Editorial guidance with Marie Gethins
Our New Voice Prize is for writers who have never had a story published before online or in print. We know that the journey from a raw manuscript to a polished masterpiece can be daunting. Therefore, each selected winner and runner-up will have the chance to collaborate with an experienced editor. Award-winning flash fiction writer and editor of the Irish flash ezine Splonk, Marie Gethins will provide invaluable guidance, feedback, and support throughout the editing process to ensure each story reaches its full potential before being published in the anthology.
Financial constraints often hinder budding writers from fully exploring their potential. This is why we want to provide this one-off opportunity to invest in their craft, pursue their dreams, and further develop their skills. We want to remove the barriers that talented individuals face to create an environment that encourages their creativity.
We are committed to empowering and celebrating new and emerging talent from all backgrounds. By investing in emerging voices, we hope to unlock new dimensions of storytelling that will inspire others to write too.
So if you are an inspiring writer, be sure to tick the box ‘I have never had a story published before’ when entering to be considered for the New Voice Award.
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