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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Competition has closed! We are thrilled to announce our wonderful judges @jcniala.bsky.social and @amandaocallaghan.bsky.social Find out more about them here: oxfordflashfictionprize.com/judges-2026/

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

It's your last day! Just 12 hours to go... Send us your stories!

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

That unfinished story? Dig it out! One day remains to finish it, polish it and send it our way. And remember: there will be no Oxford Flash Fiction Prize in 2027. Our 2026 competition is held in partnership with @morethanadodo.bsky.social and 34: The Critical Raw Materials Shaping Our Future

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

3 DAYS TO GO 🔥 Under pressure, extraordinary things can form. Stories included. Three days remain.

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

4 DAYS TO GO Lithium. Cobalt. Tungsten. A story waiting to be discovered. Four days remain to turn the raw materials of our world into the raw materials of fiction. In partnership with @morethanadodo.bsky.social with a special Hidden Element Prize!

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

5 DAYS TO GO Stop polishing. Start digging. Five days is plenty of time for 1,000 words. Take an element. An object. A landscape. A conflict. A discovery. Then see where the story takes you. Inspired by 34: The Critical Raw Materials Shaping Our Future at @morethanadodo.bsky.social.

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

6 DAYS TO GO There are stories hidden everywhere. What will you uncover? Six days remain to enter — and we’d especially love to see stories inspired by the critical minerals at the heart of our partnership with @morethanadodo.bsky.social A word after a word after a word is power — Margaret Atwood

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Seven days to unearth your story! Write to any theme — or dig into the critical raw materials shaping our future, inspired by our partnership with @morethanadodo. ✍️ 1,000 words 🏆 £1,600 prize fund 📅 31 August “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” — Maya Angelou

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Laura Parker @lauraparker.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Flash fictioneers: two weeks left to enter this year's comp with £1,600 prize money. And they have just announced this prize will not be run next year.

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Become a reader for the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize! Passionate about flash fiction? We're always looking to diversify our team. As the gatekeepers, Readers are the most important part of any competition, which is why we pay too. Apply by 20 June! oxfordflashfictionprize.com/reader-advert/

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Become a Reader for the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize

Apply today! Get in touch In 2020, the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize launched to inspire writers all over the globe. It was a huge success, and we are always looking to diversify our team of Read…

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Lithium. Cobalt. Helium. Rare earths. The materials shaping our future are also rich sources of stories. Our 2026 competition theme is inspired by @morethanadodo.bsky.social new exhibition 34: The Critical Raw Materials Shaping Our Future by Oxford EARTH. Find out: oxfordflashfictionprize.com

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize

Greats in Flash

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Jaime Gill @jaimegill.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

I'm very proud to have two of my stories in this gorgeous book full of rich, beautiful fiction - 'Wet Brain' and 'Full Circle, Perfect Square'. If you love thoughtful, beautifully written, story-driven, and very short stories, consider getting a copy. The book is modestly priced and beautiful.

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

We are delighted to announce the publication of Dugout! An anthology that digs deep into the human condition: uncovering buried histories, private reckonings, moments of fracture and survival, and unexpected acts of beauty and connection. Find out more: oxfordflashfictionprize.com/anthology/

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Daniel Addercouth @ruralunease.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

I was just rereading "My Father, Retired Physics Professor, Explains it All" by the great @emilyrinkema.bsky.social in the @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social anthology Flashy Gifts and boy does it pack a punch. A masterclass in what flash fiction can do.

Screenshot of the first couple of paragraphs of the story "My Father, Retired Physics Professor, Explains it All" by Emily Rinkema.

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Daniel Addercouth @ruralunease.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Btw the Kindle version of the @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social Flashy Gifts anthology only costs €2.30 (at least in Germany) so it's amazing value for money for such a great collection.

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Sherry Morris 💙🇺🇦💛 @uksherka.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Delighted Shooter Lit Magazine chose my funny little story of lizard love for their February flash piece. Originally a finalist with @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social, I updated the ending & HOORAY the piece is now a winner! 🤩🥳 Cheers to editor Melanie Sykes-White shooterlitmag.com/2026/02/16/l...

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Shooter Flash: “Love Lessons from a Chameleon” by Sherry Morris

We met in the Algarve. He sunned on decorative rocks. I sipped Love on the Rocks by the pool. He approached me – drawn, perhaps, to my scarlet bikini or maybe my crimson drink. Initially, I was put…

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

It is our pleasure to announce the winners of the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize 2025!! A huge thank you to our wonderful team of readers & the judges María Fernanda Ampuero and Shome Dasgupta Read the winning entries: oxfordflashfictionprize.com/2025-winners/

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Gill O'Halloran @quickasaflash.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

I entered 4 stories as I loved being in last year's anthology. 3 made it into the top 10% but sadly for me that's as far as it went this year. Congratulations to all the longlisters and good luck for the shortlist.

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Jaime Gill @jaimegill.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Slight state of shock. I was so desperate to get onto the Oxford Flash Fiction longlist that I sent 3 stories hoping one would scrape in - and all made it. I will be forlorn if all die before the next stage, but for now can stay in state of tingly disbelief. THANK YOU @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

We are thrilled to announce our short-list for the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize 2025! Congratulations to all of the authors who reached the list and for all those who entered this round! It looks to be an exciting anthology in 2026! oxfordflashfictionprize.com/news

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

We are thrilled to announce our long-list for the Oxford Flash Fiction Prize 2025! Congratulations to all of the authors who reached the list and for all those who entered this round! oxfordflashfictionprize.com/news/

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

We are thrilled to announce our wonderful judges María Fernanda Ampuero and Shome Dasgupta (@laughingyeti.bsky.social)! Find out more about them here: oxfordflashfictionprize.com/judges-2025/

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

“A word after a word after a word is power.” — Margaret Atwood One week to go. Whether it’s 300 words or 1000, your story has power. Don’t wait — get it in before the deadline! 💥 #FlashFictionWriters #ShortStory #WritingInspiration #OxfordPrize #FinalCountdown

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

Two weeks until deadline day! “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” - Maya Angelou Let it out. Share your story with us and the world. ✍️ #OxfordFlashFiction #WritersOfBluesky

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

“Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.” Louis L’Amour Less than 3 weeks left to turn the tap on and let the words flow. The Oxford Flash Fiction Prize deadline is approaching! Submit your story and share your voice! www.oxfordflashfictionprize.com

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Short Story Comps @shortstorycomps.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Closes 31 August 2025

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The Reader Berlin @thereaderberlin.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

The Oxford Flash Fiction Prize 2025 is now open! @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

🌟 Is the blank page making you sweat? 🎉 Join us for a Flash Fiesta – 7 days of fun flash fiction writing! 📅 26 July–1 Aug | 🕢 7:30–8:30pm UK ✨ Prompts, prizes, a Welcome Pack & space to just play with words. oxfordflashfictionprize.com/4495-2/ #FlashFiction #WritingCommunity #FlashFiesta

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Flash Fiesta: 7 days of flash fiction Want to have more fun in your writing life? Sick of the ‘suffering writer’ trope? Want to feel genuinely excited to show up at the blank page every day? Then t…

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Jacci Gooding @jaccigooding.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Deadline 31st August fellow #writers Plenty of time. (heard that before) #writingcommunity @shortstorycomps.bsky.social

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Oxford Flash Fiction Prize @oxfordflashfiction.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

The Oxford Flash Fiction Prize 2025 is now open! One story. 1,000 words. One shot at glory. This year, we’re going big: one annual competition to celebrate the best in flash fiction. Enter now! 👉 oxfordflashfictionprize.com #FlashFiction #WritingCommunity #OxfordFlashFictionPrize

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