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Welcome to the Big Writer’s Prize

Every masterpiece starts with a single word.

Send Us a Stellar Chapter and Win Thousands of Dollars in Cash Prize 💸

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Submit your prologue or first chapter to get started.

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person writing on brown wooden table near white ceramic mug
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Winner Reveal

Celebrate the top 3 stories and see the judges’ thoughts.

Read about what makes a story shine.

The Judging Criteria

Amazing job to all the storytellers dreaming big this year!

Joining the Big Writer’s Prize sparked my passion and pushed my storytelling further than ever.

Mia Kalinsky

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A vibrant, colorful illustration of a young writer typing excitedly on a laptop surrounded by floating story ideas.

Being in the shortlist and hearing the judges’ feedback was honest and inspiring, helping me grow as a writer in unexpected ways.

Leo P.

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A cheerful scene of a contestant reading their winning story aloud to a small, captivated audience.
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The Big Writer’s Prize