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Deborah Rogers Award 2027
Deadline: Tue 24 Nov 2026
The Deborah Rogers Award is presented biennially to an unpublished writer of exceptional promise. A first-time writer whose submission demonstrates outstanding literary talent and who needs financial support to complete their work will be presented with £10,000. Two shortlisted writers will each receive £3,000.

The judges of the 2027 Deborah Rogers Award will be the Booker Prize winning Bernardine Evaristo as chair, joined by acclaimed writers Naomi Ishiguro and Ben Markovits.

The Award is designed for writers of literary talent who need financial support to complete their first book.

Submission: 15,000–20,000 words.
Genres: Fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, or short stories.
Eligibility: Applicants must reside in the British Commonwealth or Ireland.
Status: You must be previously unpublished.
 
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Deadline: 24 November 2026 midnight (GMT)


 

Additional Information:
Location:
British Commonwealth or Ireland
Region(s):
International

Contact Information:
Organisation:
The Deborah Rogers Foundation
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