Texas Institute of Letters

Three awards of $1,000 each will be given annually for a poem written in English or Spanish, a short story, and a short work of nonfiction. Works by writers who have lived in Texas for at least five consecutive years at some point in their lives are eligible, as are works with subject matter that substantially concerns Texas. Submit three copies of a poem, a short work of fiction, or a short work of nonfiction of any length with a $15 entry fee by January 8, 2027. Visit the website for complete guidelines.