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Novel competitions 2021

[UPDATED 27/1/21] I’ve reached the point where I’m researching agents and trying to find a good match for my recently completed book. For some writers, the way to an agent, and indeed a publishing deal, is by winning or placing in a novel competition. So for my latest round-up, here are some UK and Ireland… Read More Novel competitions 2021

January 15, 2021January 27, 2021 AnneLeave a comment

Novel competitions for 2020

[Updated 8/6/2020] In keeping with my most pressing current project, I have a list of upcoming novel prizes for you. From women-only awards to tales of adventure, hopefully there will be something here for everyone. As always, please do read the fine print before you enter anything. Good luck! Comedy Women in Print Prize 2020… Read More Novel competitions for 2020

February 8, 2020June 18, 2020 Anne2 Comments

Novel competitions for 2019

[Updated 19/8/2019] It’s been a while since I did a round-up of novel competitions, so here are a few dates to put in your diary. Sometimes I find it helpful having a deadline as motivation to actually complete a project. But I recently attempted to write a 3-5 page synopsis of my incomplete WIP for… Read More Novel competitions for 2019

February 14, 2019August 19, 2019 Anne8 Comments

The unweekly herding: a list of novel competitions

I’m currently working on a book project that feels like wading through mud which has been liberally infused with treacle. And it is wreaking havoc on my fancy lead boots. The one thing that seems to help me focus is a deadline, so I’ve been looking at novel competitions for anything that might be a… Read More The unweekly herding: a list of novel competitions

April 22, 2018May 15, 2018 AnneLeave a comment
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