The Stringybark Short Story Award
The Stringybark Short Story Award 2013 is now open. Unlike our other competitions, this competition has an open theme. That is, we accept every genre — the only catch is that your story must have some link to Australia.
The Stringybark Short Story Award 2013 will be presented to the writer whose story entertains the judges the most. You have a maximum of 1500 words in which to achieve this feat. International entries are most welcome.
Stories can be fiction, non-fiction or a combination of both – see the FAQ.
There is a total value of over $810 worth of prizes in cash and books available. Stories must be sent via email. Closing date for entries is 19 January 2014. Winners will be notified by 25 March 2014.
Owing to popular demand, feedback is now available. For further information click here.
If you need some guidance in how to write this kind of material, consider reading our previous books we have published in this genre. They will give you a clear sense of what the judges are looking for. We have previously published The Umbrella’s Shade, The Road Home, The Bridge and Hitler Did It. They are all available as paperbacks or e-books and can be obtained from The Bookshop, or click their cover image below.
Award Winners receive:
First Prize – A$350 cash + publication + certificate + e-book + paperback + choice of any Stringybark book (other than the 2013 Short Story Award book) (Value $382)
Second Prize – A$150 cash + publication + certificate + e-book + paperback + choice of any Stringybark book (other than the 2013 Short Story Award book) (Value $182)
Third Prize – A$75 cash + publication + certificate + e-book + paperback + choice of any Stringybark book (other than the 2013 Short Story Award book) (Value $107)
Authors of highly commended stories may also be invited to have their stories published and if so receive a free copy of the e-book (Value approximately $141)
Entry Fees:
One story – A$9.95
Two stories A$18.90
Three stories A$27.00
Stories must be sent via email.
More details can be found by clicking the appropriate coloured bar in the box below.
NOTE: After you have submitted your entry you should receive a return email stating that your entry and payment has been received and registered. If you do not within seven days of submission receive an email confirming that your entry has been registered, please contact us to check on your entry’s status. Occasionally the internet is not as reliable as everyone believes and emails do not arrive.