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Flash Fiction Competition 2023


Dulwich Festival Flash Fiction Competition 2023 is open to all writers of any nationality writing in English, there is no age restriction.
Entries submitted can be on any subject, and written in any style or form. there is No minimum word count, the maximum word count is 400 words excluding the title and any dedication.

All entries are judged anonymously. We are delighted that Alice Castle and Marianne Kavanagh have again agreed to be our judges for this competition.

Please ensure you read the rules and entry instructions carefully before entering the competition. Entry implies acceptance of all the rules and failure to comply may result in disqualification.

Take a look at the 2022 Flash Fiction Competition winners announcement

Closing: 30th April 2023
Prizes: Cash Prizes 1st prize £200, 2nd prize £75, 3rd prize £25, Highly Commended will be identified at the discretion of the judges
Age: Open to Everyone

The results will be posted on the website.

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