Concorsi di scrittura “F(r)iction” – Autunno 2026

The F(r)iction Fall 2026 Writing Contests, organized by the Brink Literacy Project, call for original short stories (1,001–7,500 words), flash fiction (up to 1,000 words), and poetry (up to three pages). Submissions must be previously unpublished and are open to anyone over 13 years old, worldwide, and across all genres and styles. Entry fees vary by category: $15 for a short story, $10 for a single flash fiction or poem, or $12 for a three‑pack. Winners receive publication in the F(r)iction literary journal and cash prizes—$1,000 for the short story winner, $300 for flash fiction, and $300 for poetry. The contest opens on July 1, 2026 and the final deadline is November 13, 2026. Detailed submission guidelines, formatting instructions, and the judges’ criteria are available on the official contest page and via the Submittable submission portal. The contest is part of an annual series, making it a recurring opportunity for writers to showcase their work in a respected speculative‑literary publication.

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The competition is open to anyone over the age of thirteen.