Anthology Magazine Short Story Competition/ How To Apply (Prize: €500)

Writers of short fiction are invited to enter the Anthology Magazine Short Story Competition. Established to recognise and encourage creative writing and provide a platform for publication.

It is not a requirement, but is advisable to refer to Anthology Magazine or purchase a copy before submitting your work, so that you can see the type of material we publish. Subscriptions and single copies are available to purchase through our online shop.

Eligibility for Anthology Magazine Short Story Competition

• it is open to original and previously unpublished short stories in the English language.
• writers  of any nationality can apply.
• They can be living anywhere in the world. Stories submitted must be on the theme of ‘Memories’ and not exceed the maximum of 1,500 words.
• Writers can submit as many entries as they wish.
• Each entry attracts an entry fee.

Submission Guidelines 

• To enter, submit an original, unpublished short story, written in English on the subject of ‘Memories’ with a maximum of 1,500 words.
• Entry fee: €10 per story if entered by midnight on 30 April 2021, or €15 per story if entered by midnight on 31 July 2021.
• There is no limit to the number of entries you can submit.
• There is no age limit.
• The closing date for receipt of entries is Saturday 31 July 2021 at midnight.
• Submissions will be judged on literary merit, originality and readability.
• Once selected, the winner will be contacted by email or telephone.
• Copyright remains with the author but Anthology Magazine reserves the right to be the first to publish or arrange a broadcast of selected works.
• The right to use the stories to further publicise this award is also retained.
• Submission of a written piece implies the author’s acceptance of the rules and conditions.
• Anthology Magazine reserves the right to change the prizes in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

Prize 

• The winner will receive a €500 cash prize and the chance to see their work published in a future issue of Anthology.
• The winner will also receive a one year subscription to Anthology Magazine
• Submission Deadline & Entry Fees: 
  Early Bird: 30 April 2021 – €10 per poem
  Deadline: 31 July 2021 – €15 per poem