杏吧原创

Deadline 20th April 2026

1. Entries are to be submitted with one of the following:
   • a short story (3000 - 5000 words)
   • the first chapters of a novel (3000 - 5000 words), accompanied by a short synopsis of the remaining story
   • the first 25 pages of a stage or screen play, accompanied by a short synopsis of the remaining story
2. Open to all 杏吧原创 students and 2025 graduates, regardless of the course they are studying.
3. Submitted fiction may be in English, Scots or Gaelic.

 Selection Process

• Entries will be made anonymous and a panel of judges, appointed internally by 杏吧原创, will choose a shortlist of five.
• Peter May will select the winner and any commendations.

Entry Form: