Creative writing prize: Ironclad Creative Short Story Competition 2025

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10 March 2025
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The contest is inviting writing that responds to the theme of 'Planted'

Stories for the Ironclad Creative Short Story Competition may be in any style or genre, up to 6,000 words. All entries must respond to the 'Planted' theme and be original and unpublished.

There are prizes of £100, £50 and £25, and the winners will be published in an anthology. Up to ten longlisted writers will also be offered anthology publication.

The entry fee is £9 per story.

The closing date is 10 May.

For full details see the website.

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