Glass Woman Prize
Short stories, up to 5,000 words, by women writers
www.sigriddaughter.com
Closing date: 21 September 2012
Fee: Free!
Prize: $500, $100, $50

Meridian Writing Autumn Competition
Short stories, up to 3,000 words
www.meridian-writing.co.uk
Closing date: 30 September 2012
Fee: £5
Prize: £100, £50, £25

Asham Award
Short stories, up to 4,000 words – theme ‘journey’
www.ashamaward.com
Closing date: 21 September 2012
Fee: £15
Prize: £1000

Costa Short Story Competition
Short stories, up to 4,000 words
www.costabookawards.com
Closing date: 7 September 2012
Fee: Free!
Prize: £3,500