Writing – Competition – The London Magazine

The London Magazine has been around a long time. It is England’s oldest literary periodical, with a history stretching back to 1732 (with the odd hiatus of several years).

They run an annual short story competition, and this year's is now open for entries.

Prizes: 1^st - £500, 2^nd £300, 3^rd - £200

Length – up to 4,000 words (title is not included in the word count)

Deadline – 31 October 2015

Website - http://www.thelondonmagazine.org/short-story-competition-2015/

The editors do advise that you should read a copy of the magazine.

 

 

Bear in mind that they do not usually publish science fiction or fantasy or erotica.

Entry fee - £10 (Paypal, credit/debit card, cheque or postal order accepted).

Open worldwide on any theme or subject.

Submit online or by mail; the format and details are in the above link.

Note that the magazine does accept submissions at any time too. See the website

http://www.thelondonmagazine.org/about/submission-guidelines/

Good luck!