Inua Ellams

Wasafiri New Writing Prize 2014

April 2nd, 2014

The Wasafiri New Writing Prize 2014 is open for entries. They say: ‘We are looking for creative submissions in one of three categories: poetry, fiction and life writing. The competition is open to anyone worldwide who has not published a complete book in their chosen category. To enter, simply complete an entry form and send it along with your work and entry fee to Wasafiri by 5pm GMT on Friday 25 July 2014. The word limit is 3000 for fiction and life writing entries and a maximum of 5 poems (other terms and conditions apply).’

The prize is £300 and publication in the magazine. This year’s judges are Susheila Nasta, Editor of Wasafiri, Bidisha, Inua Ellams and Monique Roffey. For further details go to http://www.wasafiri.org/wasafiri-new-writing-prize.asp