Intro

Prize

Judge

Length

Short story: 5000 words max. No minimum. Title not included in the word count.

Timeline

The deadline date for entries is 23:59 (UK time) on 31st May 2024. Postal entries postmarked 31st May but received later will be accepted.

Format

• Add the word count to the top right of the first page. The title is not included in the word count but if you include a Glossary of terms or expressions, this is included

Do not add cover or title pages

Use any font in 12pt

Double line spaced (ie: a blank line space between each line)

Number the pages in the centre at the bottom of the page

Save the file as a Microsoft Word document – .doc or .docx. We also accept file types .rtf, .pdf, .txt. Maximum allowed file size is 2Mb

The file name should be the title of the story only, typed exactly the same as on the document, for example: Pride and Prejudice

Do not include your name in the file title or it will be disqualified

Do not put Bridport entry / Bridport story entry etc in the file title

For untitled pieces, save the document with the first line of the story instead

For postal entries, staple or securely fasten the pages together with a strong paperclip

Fees

£14 per short story. There is no limit to the number of submissions.