Ruth Rendell Short Story Competition 2025
Deadline: Sun 21 Dec 2025
InterAct Stroke Support seeks short stories (no more than 1000 words) in any genre that are positive stories that can be read in the sensitive environment of a hospital setting. Open to anyone, including non-UK applicants, over 16 years.
The winner will receive £1000 and be commissioned to write four further short stories for InterAct Stroke Support over the course of one year.
The top three stories are shortlisted and performed by professional actors that work for InterAct.
Head Judge: Dame Margaret Drabble
£15 entry fee
Find out more here
Deadline: 5pm, Sunday 21 December 2025
Additional Information:
Location: International Region(s): International
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