The Libraro Prize 2026

The Libraro Prize is open to writers of fiction that is written in English. Organized by the literary discovery platform Libraro in partnership.

The Libraro Prize 2026 Guidelines 

The Libraro Prize is open to writers of fiction that is written in English. Organized by the literary discovery platform Libraro in partnership with Hachette UK and supported by several UK and international writing organisations, the prize intends to reimagine how authors are discovered by giving readers an active role in championing emerging talent.

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Rewards of the Libraro Prize 2026

1. The winning entry will secure a £50,000 package from Libraro and a book deal with Hachette UK.
2. 2x Reader Prizes worth £10,000 each, where readers are incentivised to refer writers and engage with entries.

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Submission Guidelines for the Libraro Prize 2026

Submissions must comprise a fiction novel intended for adults, including crossover Young Adult. Submissions may be of any theme, subject, or genre within adult fiction, including crossover young adult fiction.

The event is open to works that are written by a single human author worldwide, aged 18 or over at the time of entry. Submissions must be written and submitted in the English language. Submissions must be a full-length original work, wholly owned by the author or entrant (as applicable), and not AI-generated.

Who can enter:

• Writers aged 18 or over, worldwide.
• Work must be fiction or crossover YA in English.
• Unagented and previously unpublished authors are the core target, though terms are open to all eligible writers.

What you submit:

• A full manuscript (and sample chapters uploaded via the Libraro platform).
• Readers on the platform engage with entries — their activity helps shape the shortlist that goes to final judging.
• The winning entry will win a £50,000 package from Libraro and a book deal with a major international publisher – Hachette UK. This is typically structured as a £30,000 advance plus £20,000 toward marketing of the published book.

Deadline

16th of February for a chance to win.

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