/lit/ - Literature

>For Australians only
The Best Australian Yarn is a short story writing competition for Australian residents.

>Top prize
$30,000 AUD ($21240.15 USD | $27256.52 CAD | €19886.85 | £16916.10).

>When is the deadline?
31 May 2022.

>What genre must I write?
Any genre as long as it is fictional.

>What's the word limit?
1500-2500 words.

>Can I submit a published story?
No.

>Can I submit a story that has been submitted elsewhere?
No.

>Can I submit multiple stories?
No.

>Can I withdraw a story that has been submitted to The Best Australian Yarn?
No.

>I am not an Australian resident. Can I enter?
No.

>I am Australian living overseas. Can I enter?
No.

>Can I get an Aussie family member to submit for me?
No.

>I am American living in Australia. Can I enter?
Yes.

>Nord VPN?
No.

>How long must I wait to receive my $30,000?
Winners are expected to be announced by the end of 2022.

>Will The West Australian steal my story?
No. The copyright belongs to you.

>How old must I be to enter?
12 years and older.

>How do I get started on writing?
Just write.

>Can I write anime?
Yes.

>Can I write philosophy?
No.

>Can I write?
Probably not.