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HG Wells Short Story Competition

H.G. Wells Society / literary festival

Student opportunity at H.G. Wells Society / literary festival in Global (online submission) — paid.

An annual themed short-story competition for young writers under 21, with a notable cash grand prize and publication opportunity.

📍 Global (online submission)Paid

Who can apply

Writers under 21 years old, from any country, submitting an original short story (typically 1,500-5,000 words) on the year's theme.

The organizers set a new theme each year and publish past winning stories, which are useful models for tone and structure.

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