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Almond Press is an independent publisher of dystopian and apocalyptic short fiction.

We run short story competitions to find talented writers, new or established, and offer prizes and publication to help promote their work around the world.

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Creative Writing Competitions

Our website features the most comprehensive and regularly-updated list of creative writing competitions available online. You can browse the calendar or use the search bar below if you are looking for something specific. We welcome contributions, so please feel free to message us if you’d like to add an event.

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Our winning authors

P.D. Dawson

P D Dawson has had his wo...

Robert Holtom

Robert is a freelance wri...

Samuel Dodson

Samuel’s short stor...

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Our winning books

Apocalypse Chronicles

Ash, fear, moments of rec...

Broken Worlds: Dystopian Stories

In a future of bleakness ...

Fall: A Collection of Short Stories

Fall – for some a w...

“I would also suggest that any aspiring writer begin with short stories. These days, I meet far too many young writers who try to start off with a novel right off, or a trilogy, or even a nine-book series. That’s like starting in at rock climbing by tackling Mt. Everest. Short stories help you learn your craft.”

– George R.R. Martin

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