A biennial prize established by Barbara Kingsolver, recognizing unpublished novels that engage with social justice themes. The winner receives $25,000 and publication by Algonquin Books.
Fiction | Language and Arts | Writing and Journalism
PEN/Bellwether Prize for Socially Engaged Fiction
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 100
- Cost: $25 entry fee
- Estimated Time Commitment: Average
- Participant Format: Individual
- Event Format: Online Asynchronous
- Competition Format: Original Submission
- Reach: National
- Event Size: Very Small
Participation Information
Writers submit previously unpublished manuscripts, judged blindly by a panel of distinguished authors and editors. The winner receives a cash prize and publishing contract.
Open to adult writers
$25,000 for winners; publication opportunities and recognition for socially impactful fiction writing
Writers submit previously unpublished manuscripts, judged blindly by a panel of distinguished authors and editors. The winner receives a cash prize and publishing contract.
1. Submit a manuscript. 2. Judges review submissions blindly. 3. The winner is awarded $25,000 and a publishing contract.
Manuscript
Based on literary merit, creativity, and the work’s engagement with social justice themes.
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