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An opportunity for new writers of science fiction and fantasy to have their work judged by masters in the field and discovered by a wide audience.
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Writer Contest | Writers & Illustrators of the Future Welcome to the Writers of the Future The most enduring and influential contest in the history of SF and Fantasy L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers of the Future Contest is an opportunity for new writers of science fiction and fantasy to have their work judged by some of the masters in the field and discovered by a wide audience. Enter a short story science fiction, fantasy, light horror.
No excessive violence or sex on the page. Up to but not exceeding 17,000 words. AI is not accepted.
Professionals need not apply. Free to enter and entrants retain all publication rights. Enter 1 story per quarter, up to 4 per year.
Anonymous judging. This is a merit-based competition. See the rules for details.
Entries in the Writers of the Future Contest are adjudicated only by professional writers. Prizes of $1,000, $750 and $500 are awarded every three months. From the four quarterly 1st Place winners each year, a panel of judges select one story as the grand prize winner.
The writer of the grand-prize-winning story receives the L. Ron Hubbard Golden Pen Award and an additional $5,000 cash prize. QUARTERLY CONTEST DEADLINES: First quarter—December 31 Fourth quarter—September 30 Deadline: September 30, 2026 Click Here to Enter Writer Contest This Contest will run from July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026.
Deadline is 11:59 p. m. September 30, 2026 Pacific Standard Time.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: New writers of science fiction and fantasy. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for L. Ron Hubbard Writers of The Future Contest are due September 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
L. Ron Hubbard Writers of The Future Contest is funded by L. Ron Hubbard. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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