Inkspot Publishing Short Story Competition is open for submissions.
Submission Guidelines
- Accepting two entry types: stories up to 2,500 words, or stories between 2,500-5,000 words.
- Your submission must be written in English or be your own work translated into English.
Judge: Kate Nash, Literary Agent
Entry fee: £10 for stories up to 2,500 words. £15 for stories up to 5,000 words.
Prizes:
- First Prize: £1,000
- Second Prize: £250
- Third Prize: £100
Deadline: 12 Midnight GMT, Sunday 30th November 2025.
Key Dates:
- The shortlist will be announced on Friday, 27th March 2026
- Winners will be announced on Friday, 10th April 2026.
All details, all submissions via their website.



