November, 2025

Event Details
The Women’s Prize for Fiction is awarded every year to the woman who, in the opinion of the judges, has written the best full-length novel that is eligible for the
Event Details
The Women’s Prize for Fiction is awarded every year to the woman who, in the opinion of the judges, has written the best full-length novel that is eligible for the Prize. The prize is worth £30,000 (anonymously endowed)
Any full-length novel written in English by a woman of any nationality is eligible. Books from all genres across commercial to literary fiction are encouraged. All books must be unified and substantial works. Neither a collection of short stories nor a novella is eligible. Translations of books originally written in languages other than English are not eligible.
UK publishers can submit titles for consideration first published between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026.
Is this competition legit?YES! – Based on our research this event is legitimate and the organizer is well established. However, as with any event, please remember to do your own research before submitting your work.
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