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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The Deborah Rogers Award 2027 for unpublished writers will be judged by Booker Prize-winning Bernardine Evaristo as chair, along with fellow literary talents Naomi Ishiguro and Ben Markovits. Submissions open now until 24 November. See website for eligibility and how to apply.

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

An unmissable opportunity for unpublished writers! The award is designed to help a writer of literary merit to complete their first book. The winner receives £10k and two shortlisted writers, £3k each. How to apply: www.deborahrogersfoundation.org/writers-award

Deborah Rogers Award 2027 submissions open 29 Sept - 24 Nov 2026. £10k prize.

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Next Deborah Rogers Award for unpublished writers will be presented in the autumn of 2027. The submission window will open later this year. Finalised dates will be published here and on our website where you can find our rules of entry.https://www.deborahrogersfoundation.org/submission-guidelines

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

This week, we welcomed Danielle and Shreya, new interns for #DMIP They'll have an amazing time in Rights with friends @profilebooks.bsky.social, @penguinrandomhouse.bsky.social @faberbooks.bsky.social & agencies PEW, RCW, David Higham, ILA and Lutyens & Rubinstein, @greyhoundliterary.bsky.social

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

We have a longlist! The news has been shared with the successful writers but remains confidential for now while judges assess the entries anonymously. If you submitted your work for consideration, and have not been notified, you have not been longlisted on this occasion. Further details 2nd Oct.

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Some of the books that caught the eye of our judges as unpublished works over the past decade. Impressive, eh? 2025's winner announced in November. The history of the Deborah Rogers Award is here: www.deborahrogersfoundation.org

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Previous Deborah Rogers Award recipients The Trembling Hand by Mathelinda Nabugodi Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line by Deepa Anappara Ponti by Sharlene Teo The Five Sorrowful Mysteries of Andy Africa by Stephen Buoro Alligator & Other Stories by Dima Alzayat ...

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

After a decade championing new writing, the DRF's Writers Award gets a new look and new name, honouring the remarkable literary agent who was its inspiration. £10k for winner to complete 1st book & £3k for runners up. Winner announced 2 November 2025

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 19/03/2025

The deadline is approaching! #unpublished writers, don't miss this fantastic opportunity. Entries can be fiction, non-fiction, short stories, young adult and childrens. Full deets are on our website: deborahrogersfoundation.org/writers-award

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Calling all #unpublishedwriters! A career-defining opportunity. Prize allumni inc Deepa Anapara, Imogen Hermes Gower, Stephen Bouro - and 2021 Award Winner, The Trembling Hand by Mathelinda Nabugodi is coming this summer. 👉 deborahrogersfoundation.org/writersaward

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Subscribe to the mailing list for the DRF Newsletter (x3 a year) or catch up: deborahrogersfoundation.org. Contains news of the 2025 Writers Award for #unpublishedauthors (deadline 31 March) & details of a new partnership as the DRF supports the #LiteraryTranslationCentre at #LondonBookFair.

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drfwritersaward.bsky.social @drfwritersaward.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Calling all aspiring writers - the #DRFWritersAward is open for submissions. This prize offers £10,000 to support an unpublished writer to complete their book. Entry criteria on the website plus a link for submissions. Take a look www.deborahrogersfoundation.org/writers-award

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Writer's Award

An award of £10,000 will be presented to a first-time writer whose submission demonstrates literary talent and who needs financial support to complete their work.

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