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SUMMARY:Writers Online - The First 5k Novel Prize
DESCRIPTION:Deadline: 31 December 2026\nEntry Fee: £27.50 (standard rate) or £24 (for magazine print subscribers or digital members)\nPrizes: 1st Place: £5\,000 plus a consultation with Piers Blofeld; runner up: £500 and a consultation with Monica Chakraverty; shortlist: 12 month Writers Online Membership Plus; longlist: 12 month Writers Online membership\nWord Limit: 5\,000 words\, plus synopsis\nJudges: Piers Blofeld – Literary Agent\, Sheil Land Associates Ltd; Monica Chakraverty – Editorial Director\, Cornerstones Literary Consultancy; Tina Jackson – Editor\, Writing Magazine\nCategory: Novel Competitions\nCompetition Website: writers-online.co.uk/writing-competitions/the-first-5k-novel-prize\n\nThis novel prize from Writers Online offers a very attractive top prize of £5\,000\, plus a consultation with literary agent\, Piers Blofeld. Check out the full terms on the competition website.  \nFrom the competition organisers:\n“Have you always dreamed of writing a novel? Now is your chance to bring your story to life.\nEnter this exciting 5\,000-word novel writing competition for the opportunity to win a fantastic £5\,000 cash prize plus a consultation with Piers Blofeld\, literary agent at Sheil Land Associates Ltd.  \nWhether you’re an experienced author or a first-time writer\, we welcome original\, compelling stories in any fiction genres. \nThis is your opportunity to showcase your creativity and gain recognition. Any writer\, from beginner to experienced\, may enter an unpublished manuscript. Whatever level you’re at\, our First Five competition is designed to showcase your talent and build your writing profile.\nSubmit your best work\, inspire readers\, and compete with talented writers from around the world. Don’t miss your chance to turn your imagination into an award-winning story – enter today!”
URL:https://newwriters.org.uk/competition/first-5k-novel-prize/
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