Description
The Leicester Writes Short Story Prize was set up to celebrate the short story form. The prize, open to writers all over the world, invites short stories of up to 3,500 words on any theme or subject.
Our 2026 judging panel included publisher Farhana Shaikh and writer Mona Dash. This anthology presents original new writing by talented writers featured on this year’s longlist alongside all previous winners.
Featuring: Dan Brotzel, Donna Brown, Malina Douglas, Matt Cook, Tracy Fahey, J.K. Fulton, Robyn Jefferson, Ismail Karolia, Jay McKenzie, Catherine Ogston, Diana Powell alongside Joe Bedford, Mary Byrne, Melanie Carvalho, Selma Carvalho, Laura Coleman, Matt Cook, Catherine Menon, Leeor Ohayon, Dan Powell.
The Leicester Writes Short Story Prize was set up to celebrate the short story form. The prize, open to writers all over the world, invites short stories of up to 3,500 words on any theme or subject.
ISBN: 978-1-913624-21-7
PUBLICATION DATE: 30th September 2026
FORMAT: Paperback
PRICE: £12
