Genre: Fiction

A prize of $1,000, publication by Alternating Current Press, and 25 author copies will be given annually for a poetry collection, story collection, essay collection, novel, memoir, or book-length hybrid work on the theme of Colorado or by a writer born, raised, or residing in Colorado (or who has resided in Colorado for at least three years). The winner will also be given the opportunity to participate in a book tour in Colorado. All entries are considered for publication. Using only the online submission system, submit a manuscript of any length with an $18 entry fee by December 31. Visit the website for complete guidelines.

A prize of $5,000 and publication by Red Hen Press is given annually for a story collection, a novella, a novel, or other book-length work of fiction. E. P. Tuazon will judge. Using only the online submission system, submit a manuscript of at least 150 pages with a $25 entry fee by January 15, 2025. Visit the website for complete guidelines.

A prize of $1,000 and publication by Green Linden Press is given annually for a book of poetry, fiction, or creative nonfiction translated from any language into English. Christopher Nelson will judge. Submit a manuscript of at least 48 pages with a $25 entry fee by November 30. All finalists will be considered for publication. Visit the website for complete guidelines.

Up to two prizes of $1,000 each and an invitation to give a public lecture at the Athenaeum of Philadelphia will be given annually for books of fiction and/or nonfiction published in the current year that are by a writer from Philadelphia or examine and reflect life in the greater Philadelphia area. Members of the Literary Award committee will judge. Authors or publishers may submit two hard copies (or advance reader’s copies) of books published in 2024 by December 1. There is no entry fee. Visit the website for the required entry form and complete guidelines.