Thinking about entering a short story competition for the first time? Or tried before with no success? Then this guide is for you. Written by an author with experience as both a competition entrant and as a judge, the book takes you through the process of selecting the right competition for you, how to draft, revise and polish your story, and some of the key pitfalls to avoid when submitting your entry.

With insight into what the judges will be looking for, and a range of practical hints and tips, this book will show you how to create and submit an entry which will have the best chance of success.