Competition
Closed
1d past
Open globally
Aesthetica Creative Writing Award 2027
Aesthetica Magazine
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Funding amount
£2,500 – Poetry Winner.
£2,500 – Short Fiction Winner.
Publication and professional development package valued in addition to the cash prizes
Deadline
September 6, 2026
Level
Early Career
Mid Career
What's covered
Prize
Publication
About this opportunity
The Aesthetica Creative Writing Award is an internationally recognized literary competition celebrating outstanding poetry and short fiction. Open to writers worldwide, the award seeks original works that demonstrate excellence in form, creativity, and storytelling. Winning and shortlisted entries are published in the Aesthetica Creative Writing Annual 2027, providing significant international exposure alongside cash prizes and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- Open to writers of all nationalities and all ages.
- Entries must be written in English.
- Two categories are available:
- Poetry: Maximum of 40 lines.
- Short Fiction: Maximum of 2,000 words.
- Entries may be on any theme.
- Previously published works and works entered into other competitions are accepted.
- Multiple entries are permitted, but each requires a separate entry fee and submission form.
- All submissions must be completed through the official online application portal