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17 November - 28 February 2026
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International Anthony Burgess Foundation
Submit your entry for this year’s competition via the Anthony Burgess Foundation website.. Make sure you have read our judging criteria and our terms & conditions.
The closing date for the 2026 Prize will be 11.59pm UK time on 28th February 2026. The entry fee is £15, and we also offer a free-entry scheme for entrants on low incomes.
Our entry form is below, and below that is our low income entry form.
A longlist and a shortlist will be announced in Spring 2026. The winner and two runners-up will be announced in May 2026.
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