The Yeovil Literary Prize is an international writing competition that opens on 1st January 2021, and some changes are taking place. The Yeovil Literary Prize 2021 has four categories:

• Novel: Maximum of 15,000 words, including synopsis and opening chapters.
• Short Story: Maximum of 2,000 words.
• Poetry: Maximum of 40 lines.
• Writing Without Restrictions: This category is wide open. “Writing that does not fit into the usual competition categories can be entered in Writing Without Restrictions

Entry fees

• Novel: £14,50
• Short Story: £8
• Poetry: £5 per poem
• Writing Without Restrictions: £6

Prizes

• Novel: 1st £1250; 2nd £300; 3rd £125
• Short Story: 1st £600; 2nd £250; 3rd £125
• Poetry: 1st £600; 2nd £250; 3rd £125
• Writing Without Restrictions: 1st £250; 2nd £125; 3rd £75

There are two ways to enter, by using the postal system, or online using PayPal, BACS or IBAN. We look forward to your entries when our writing contest opens on 1st January 2021. The last date for entries is 30th April 2021, so enter as soon as you are ready without waiting until the final week.

How to enter?