A global short
story prize like
no other

Submissions for the 2025 Hope Prize open on Thursday 1 May 9am 2025 AEST.
The Hope Prize is an international writing competition open to writers worldwide aged 18 and over.

We’re seeking powerful, original stories of hope, fiction or non-fiction, from both emerging and established voices.

The winner will receive $10,000 AUD, and shortlisted stories will be published in a Simon & Schuster anthology, with royalties supporting our charity partner.

This year, we’re proud to partner with CAMFED, a global leader in girls’ education and women’s empowerment across Africa.

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