Creative writing prize: Highlands & Islands Short Story Competition

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05 July 2021
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Win £200 first prizes for short stories and flash fiction

The HISSAC Short Story Competition has categories for short fiction (up to 2,000 words) and flash fiction (up to 500 words).

In both categories the theme is open. Stories and writers don't need to have any connection to Scotland. All entries must be original and unpublished.

In each category the prizes are £200, £75 and £50.

Writers may enter short stories and flash fiction at the same time.

The entry fee is £5 for one, £12 for three and £18 for five.

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The closing date is 31 July 2021.

For full details see the website.

 

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