Oxford Flash Fiction Prize
Deadline: 31 August
1000 words
£1000 first prize
New £100 local prize for Oxfordshire residents
In partnership with the Bodleian Libraries’ Kafka: Making of an Icon exhibition at the University of Oxford, we will be marking the 100th anniversary of the author’s death, celebrating his achievements and creativity. In honour of Kafka’s Metamorphosis, we invite you to explore the theme of transformations in your stories.
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Write yourself into history and become one of the greats with the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize.
For centuries, the greats have come to Oxford to ink masterpieces. Now, in one of the oldest towns, where the history of the English language can be traced back to its ancient streets, we are celebrating one of the newest forms in literature – flash fiction.
Enter the competition
Deadline: 31 August 2024
1st Prize: £1000 / 2nd Prize: £200 / New Voice Prize: £200 / 3rd Prize: £100 / Local Prize £100
Shortlisted entrants will be offered publication in our end of year anthology and more.
Rules
Word Count
1000 words
No minimum word limit.
Does not include the title.
Prices
£7 for one flash fiction
£11 for two flash fictions
£15 for three flash fictions
Free entries available
Formatting
Font: Arial 12pt
Single spaced word document or PDF.
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