The Aesthetica Creative Writing Award celebrates outstanding writers.
The Award was launched after the publication of Aesthetica Magazine, as a way to support the next generation of literary talent. These were first published in the Creative Works Annual, a collection celebrating innovative poetry and short fiction from both established and emerging practitioners. Originally, it was an anthology of new writing and new artwork. However, as the Aesthetica Creative Writing Award and the Art Prize started to reach more audiences, the decision was made in 2013 to separate them into two Awards with their own prizes and publications.
The Creative Writing Award is open to Poetry and Short Fiction submissions on any theme, however, they are particularly interested in works that reflect upon our ever changing world. Poetry entries must not exceed 40 lines, while short fiction submissions are capped at 2,000 words.
Award: With a total prize fund of £5,000, winners in each category will receive a cash prize of £2,500. Additionally, selected entries will be published in the Aesthetica Creative Writing Annual.
Deadline: 31 August 2025
