Baen Fantasy Adventure Award 2026: results
Applications closed 30 Apr 2026
United States
United StatesThe organiser announced 4 selected artists.
Free: every name, the awards and works, the organiser’s announcement — and the results of every other call.
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Who got in
The organiser has announced who was selected. Names are free with sign-in.
- 4selected artists
Free with sign-in: all 4 names, awards and works, the organiser’s announcement
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The programme
- About the programme
- Direct pipeline to one of the largest independent science fiction and fantasy publishers globally. It is a short story contest for adventure fantasy works.
- What the call offered
- Industry-standard rates and non-cash prizes, plus direct exposure to Baen’s editorial acquisition team. Direct pipeline to a large SF/Fantasy publisher.
- Who could apply
- Short story contest (up to 8,000 words) for adventure fantasy works featuring rooting-interest heroes.
How it went
- Applications closed30 Apr 2026
- Results announced
Free: every name, the awards and works, the organiser’s announcement — and the results of every other call.