Two months left: Your chance to get agent feedback and publication
Isabella Peralta
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Hi Stu, The best fiction is rarely rushed. With just under two months left on the clock, there’s still time to find inspiration, start your Reedsy Literary Prize submission, and ensure it’s as strong as it can be by May 31.
Our guest judge for the inaugural edition of the prize is Jon Michael Darga, a Reedsy editor and literary agent at Aevitas Creative Management who represents various titles across a diverse range of genres, including several New York Times bestsellers. Before working at Aevitas, Jon worked on award-winning and bestselling titles at Penguin Random House. When asked what he looks for in a winning story, Jon said: I'll be looking for a story that's confident and assured in its voice, structure, and world-building. With more limited space, everything will need to snap into focus quickly, and give us a clear sense of the character we're following and whatever setting that we may be inhabiting. The story should start off with a bang, grab you by your collar, and never let you go — whether that means physical action or crackling dialogue. Whatever genre, and whatever the plot, the work should have clear emotional stakes and a resolution that fits with the rest of the story, even if that means our lead doesn't find exactly what they're looking for. The winning writer will receive $1,500, publication in our literary magazine Prompted, and personalized feedback from our guest judge. They'll also receive recognition across Reedsy’s social platforms. Key details:
If you’ve been slowly shaping a story — or waiting for the right place to submit — this is the perfect opportunity to see how your storytelling stacks up against a global community of writers. We look forward to reading your work! Isabella, Prize Director @ Reedsy |
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