2018 Raymond Carver Short Story Contest Winners

The Fall 2018 issue of Carve Magazine features prize-winning entries from the 2018 Raymond Carver Short Story Contest selected by guest judge Susan Perabo.

First
“Home as Found” by Frank Meola in Brooklyn, NY

Second
“Explain It To Me” by Jenessa Abrams [pictured] in New York, NY

Third
“Conflagration” by Suzanne Barefoot in Lancaster, PA

Editor’s Choice
“Terschelling” by Jaap van der Schaaf in London, England
“How Would You Like to Be Dead?” by Noah Bogdonoff in Providence, RI

In addition to publication, each winning entry receives a cash award. For a full list including honorable mention and semifinalists, click here.

This is an annual contest open from April 1 – May 15.