Calling all aspiring and established Nigerian writers! The Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2025 is your chance to share your unpublished short story with a global audience and compete for incredible cash rewards.
Why Apply?
- Gain Recognition: This prestigious literary award offers international exposure and validation for your talent.
- Win Big: The top prize is a whopping £5,000, with regional winners receiving £2,500 each.
- Get Published: Winning stories are published in Granta, a highly respected literary magazine.
Who Can Apply?
- Citizens of Commonwealth Countries: This includes Nigeria, so you’re in!
- Age 18 or Over: Make sure you’re 18 by November 1st, 2024.
- Unpublished Work: Your story must be original and unpublished until May 1st, 2025.
How to Apply (It’s Easy!)
- Submit Online: Head to the official Commonwealth Short Story Prize website (https://commonwealthfoundation.com/short-story-prize/) and submit your story via their online form.
- Deadline Alert: Don’t miss out! Submissions close on November 1st, 2024, at 11:59 PM (in any time zone).

Additional Tips
- Double-Check Unpublished Status: Ensure your story remains unpublished until the deadline.
- Previous Winners Note: Past overall winners and those who’ve won the regional prize three times aren’t eligible.
- Eligibility for Employees: If you work for the Commonwealth Foundation, you can’t participate.
Don’t wait! This is your chance to showcase your talent and join a community of talented writers. Apply for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2025 today!
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