$23,500 in prizes for self-published and hybrid-published books. Enter by July 1.
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Deadline July 31 (must be received by this date). Neutral free contest awards $5,000 for an original short story of 500-6,000 words in one of two categories: Public AI or Democratic Futures. Submit one story in a single category via sponsor's online form. Co-sponsored by Metagov and Public AI Network.
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Published: May 5, 2026
Prizes: $3,750
Deadline: Apr 1, 2026
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Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Prizes: $23,500
Deadline: Jul 1, 2026
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For self-published and hybrid-published books
Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: Oct 1, 2026
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