Supported by the Malcolm Robertson Foundation, and named after the late Neilma Gantner, the 2024 Neilma Sidney Short Story Prize seeks excellent short fiction of up to 3000 words themed around the notion of ‘travel’; imaginative, creative and literary interpretations are strongly encouraged. This competition is open to all writers, nationally and internationally, at any stage of their writing career.

The winning writer will receive $5000 and their short story will be published in Overland. Two runners-up will each receive $750.

Entries will close 11.59 pm, Friday 22 November 2024. Please read the entry guidelines below to confirm eligibility.