SUBMISSIONS

2026 Women's Prize for Fiction

Submissions for Women’s Prize for Fiction 2026 are now closed.

The Women’s Prize for Fiction is awarded every year to the woman who, in the opinion of the judges, has written the best full-length novel that is eligible for the Prize. The 2025 prize was awarded to The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden.

UK publishers can submit titles for consideration first published between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026. Please see the full Terms and Conditions  of entry for more information.

Please ensure you fill out all questions. For enquiries or help please contact fiction@womensprize.com.