The Story Prize 2026 — $20,000 for the Year's Best Short Story Collection (Books Published July–December)
November 16, 2026 (24 days left)
USA
USAFree: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.
The Story Prize is a $20,000 book prize for the author of the year's best short story collection, chosen by three independent judges.
Benefits
A $20,000 top prize, with $5,000 for each of two runners-up, chosen by three independent judges.
Eligibility
Short story collections published in 2026; books published from July through December 2026 must be submitted by 16 November. See the Story Prize eligibility page for the full rules.
Dates & details
- Deadline
- books published July–December 2026
Award
$20,000 (runners-up $5,000)
Application fee
Not stated on the home page
Free: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.