May 2026 Competition

To enter, and for full competition rules, see: How to Enter

Brief:  ‘Write a short piece of historical fiction (300 words max) set in any era of your choosing. I would be looking to see how well the piece absorbs me in the period chosen.’

(max 300 words)

Deadline April 25th 11:59pm

Adjudicator: Stephen Hodgson

FIRST PLACE London 1974 By Shirley Jackson

SECOND PLACE A Heart from a Hart By Wendy Falla

THIRD PLACE Basing House by Michael Hopkins

HIGHLY COMMENDED The Plot By Ro Devile

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