A global short
story prize like
no other
Submissions for the 2025 Hope Prize close on Friday 31 October 2025 at 11.59pm AEST.
The Hope Prize is an international short story competition open to writers worldwide aged 18 and over.
We’re seeking powerful, original stories of hope, courage or resilience. Stories can be fiction or non-fiction and we want to hear 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 100% of 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.
Important updates
Important updates
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Learn about CAMFED
We’re thrilled to announce that our Hope Prize 2025-26 charitable partner is CAMFED.
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“Tomorrow There Will Be Sun is more than just a book, it is hope in your hands.”
Julia Gillard
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About the prize
The Hope Prize is a literary prize like no other; global, impactful and hopeful.
