Win a Publishing Contract with an Advance Against Royalties of $AUD 25K

About this New Zealand competition: This paid entry competition is open to residents in North Island, South Island. Enter now for your chance to win Win a Publishing Contract with an Advance Against Royalties of $AUD 25K.

TOTAL PRIZE POOL

$25,000

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Competition Details & Terms

What are the prize details for the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize?

The Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize offers a publishing contract with an advance against royalties of $AUD 25,000 for the winner, showcasing the valuable prize details that aim to support both debut and previously published writers.

When does the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize competition close?

Entries for the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize are open from 13 October 2025 and will close at midnight AEST on 3 April 2026, providing a clear timeline for competition entry.

What are the entry methods for the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize?

To enter the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize, entrants must submit their full-length adult novels in the crime or thriller genre, along with a one-page synopsis and an author biography, through email to crimeprize@allenandunwin.com or via hardcopy if electronic submission is not possible.

Who is eligible to enter the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize?

The Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize is open to all unpublished full-length manuscripts written by Australian and New Zealand residents, including both debut and previously published writers.

How will the winner of the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize be selected?

The winner of the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize will be determined by judges whose decision is final, with discretion to divide the prize among entries of equal merit, ensuring a fair competition winner selection process.

When will the winner of the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize be notified?

Entrants will be informed of the winner of the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize in strict confidence during August 2026, and they must agree to maintain confidentiality until the official announcement is made.

What happens if the prize for the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize goes unclaimed?

The terms do not explicitly mention rules regarding unclaimed prizes for the Allen & Unwin Crime Fiction Prize, focusing instead on eligibility and entry conditions.

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