The Bodley Head and the Financial Times have launched their essay writing prize. The prize aims to discover young talent from around the world in long-form essay writing
This competition is open to anyone between 18 and 35 years old.
Judges will be looking for a dynamic, authoritative and lively essay of no more than 3,500 words.
It can be journalistic, a case study, wide-ranging or minutely focused. In keeping with the ethos of both sponsors, it can address any topic – from finance and current affairs to history and scientific discovery.
The winner will receive:
? £1,000 and an e-publication with The Bodley Head
? A mentoring session with The Bodley Head and Financial Times
? A subscription to FT.com, and a selection of books from The Bodley Head
Two runners up will win:
? £500 each and an e-publication with The Bodley Head
? A digital subscription to Weekend FT, and a bag of books from The Bodley Head
For more information and to send your work