Stringybark Humorous
Short Fiction Award 2012
What is funny? You tell us! The is Stringybark Humorous Short Fiction Award is presented to the writer whose story entertains the judges the most. So that means anything goes — satire, slapstick, farce, comedy, murder mysteries, love stories, adventure tales, erotica, character sketches, outback yarns or whatever or wherever your fancy takes you — just make us laugh, smile or giggle. The story must have a link (no matter how tenuous) to Australia. Stories are to be no more than 1500 words in length.
There is a total value of over $750 worth of prizes in cash and books available.
Award Winners receive:
First Prize - A$350 cash + publication + certificate + e-book + paperback (Value $368)
Second Prize - A$150 cash + publication + certificate + e-book + paperback (Value $168)
Third Prize - A$75 cash + publication + certificate + e-book + paperback (Value $93)
Authors of highly commended stories may also be invited to have their stories published and if so receive a free copy of the e-book (Value approximately $131)
Entry Fees:
One story - A$9.95
Two stories A$18.90
Three stories A$27.00
Stories must be sent via email. Closing date for entries is 24 November 2012. Winners will be notified by 27 February 2013.
NOTE: After you have submitted your entry you should receive a return email stating that your entry and payment has been received and registered. If you do not receive a confirmation email within seven days of submission, please contact us to check on your entry’s status. Occasionally the internet is not as reliable as everyone believes and emails do not arrive.