Headphones on everyone. Follow your tour guide and stay behind the velvet ropes at all times, as we showcase the masterpieces that we have added to our permanent collection for this month’s Furious Fiction challenge! Here were this month’s prompts: Each story had to take place in a MUSEUM or
Do you have a short story idea that explores hope, courage or resilience? The Hope Prize 2026 is an international short story competition inviting writers to share powerful fiction or non-fiction that connects with readers and celebrates the impact of storytelling. With a $13,000 prize pool, international publication with Simon
Calling poets to share their voice and creativity in the Tom Collins Poetry Prize 2026, an annual competition celebrating original poetry and the contribution of Australian writers. Established by the Fellowship of Australian Writers WA, the prize honours Joseph Furphy – who wrote under the pen name Tom Collins –
Have you been working on a short story for young adult readers? The Rhiza Edge Short Story Competition 2026 offers writers an exciting opportunity to have their work considered for publication in an anthology, while gaining recognition from an established publishing team. This year’s competition invites imaginative stories exploring the
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