The Hope Prize

The Hope Prize is a global short story competition open to writers from anywhere in the world.

Entrants must be 18 years or older as of 31 October 2026, and all submissions must be written in English.
Submissions close: 31 October

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Storytelling is needed now, more than ever.

In a world where despair can feel unavoidable, we wanted to create a space for the only thing that will help change it: hope and human connection.

Calling for submissions from writers around the world, The Hope Prize is a platform for stories of hope, courage and resilience. We publish emerging and established writers, and partner with charities whose work changes lives.

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