The Lascaux Prize in Flash Fiction

The Lascaux Prize in Flash Fiction is open for submission.Stories may be previously published or unpublished, and simultaneous submissions are accepted. True stories are welcome as long as they’re written in a narrative style.

Writers may enter more than once, and as many as three stories may be submitted per entry (all pasted into one document). Individual story length should not exceed 1,000 words. All genres and styles are welcome.

Judges are the journal’s editors. Writers retain all rights to their work at all times.

Winner receives $1,000, a bronze medallion, and publication in The Lascaux Review.

FAQ
If you are curious how writing competitions work, or it’s your first time entering one, we recommend reading our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page first.

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