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L’Esprit Literary Review 2025 Leopold Bloom Prize for Innovative Narration

Deadline: December 2, 2024

In a short story or novel excerpt of up to 5,000 words, we’re searching for risk-adept narration that challenges the conventions of prose and composition. Judged by Michael Nath, the winner receives $500 and print publication. All submissions include a digital edition of L’Esprit Issue Five, due out in late October 2024, featuring work from Lucy Ives, Kat Meads, and more. Entry fees start at $10 for a standard submission, with an expedited response option (reply within 72 hours) available for $15. All proceeds go towards maintaining the journal and paying contributors. Full details are available here, and the contest is now open on Submittable. Thank you for your support of fearless writing.

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