New Writers 100-Word Writing Competition 2026
*** This competition is now closed to entries. Thank you to everyone who entered. Judging is underway, and the results will be published no later than Friday, 26th June 2026. ***
New Writers 100-Word Writing Competition 2026 – At A Glance:
- Deadline: 23.59 (UK time) on Thursday 30th April 2026
- Entry Fee: £10 (one entry), £18 (two entries), £26 (three entries)
- Prizes: 1st Place: £1,000; 4x Runners-up prizes: £100
- Publication: The winning entry and the four runners-up will be published on the NewWriters.org.uk website and in the New Writers Anthology
- Word Limit: Up to 100 words (excluding title)
- Eligibility: Open to writers aged 18 or above from anywhere in the world; entries can be prose or poetry and must be written in English
- Judges: Editorial team at NewWriters.org.uk
- Charity: 10% of entry fee proceeds will be donated to Duchenne UK
- Please read the full Competition Terms & Conditions before entering
- Winners and authors who have made the shortlist will be notified by email no later than Friday 26th June 2026. The public announcement of winners and shortlisted entries will also be made by then.
Please be aware that failure to follow the submission instructions or the terms and conditions will result in your entry being disqualified and no refund will be issued, so please take care. Good luck!