Swansea University

The Rhys Davies Short Story Competition is a distinguished national writing competition for writers born or living in Wales. 1st Prize - £1,000 sterling and publication in a short story anthology to be published by Parthian Books. 11 x Runners-up/Finalist Prizes - £100 each and publication.

To be eligible, you must have been born in Wales, lived in Wales for 2 years or more or currently be living in Wales

As per the Entry Rules, Terms and Conditions, Employees of Swansea University, sponsors of the Competition, or any other company or person involved directly with the administration of this Competition, or any members of their household are ineligible. However, you may apply if your employment ends before the closing date of the competition.

Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

Please read contest details carefully before submitting.

You may submit an unpublished short story in English in any style and on any subject up to a maximum of 5,000 words.

Rhys Davies Short Story Competition

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