Writing dates and opportunities.

A rolling list of literary festivals, competition deadlines and other confirmed dates worth knowing about. The basic information is free to everyone, with links to the organisers wherever available. For tools to organise your writing year, save opportunities and receive email reminders before deadlines, join WritersGroup and access the members' area.

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Upcoming dates

Listed in date order. Submission requirements, eligibility and event programmes can change; always check the organiser's latest information before entering or booking. An event date does not necessarily mean submissions are open.

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