About the contest

Explore alternate realities, imagine future societies, and race against scientific progress. Invite us to whatever science fiction destination you can imagine, and then take us even further. Get writing!



As always, there is no entry fee. Minimum word count is 40.000 words. The stories that earn the top 10% get the chance to be picked by the Inkitt staff for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize. The winner will get published and be announced on December 25 2015.





Authors will retain all rights to works submitted to the contest.

What you win

1st Place

The winning novel will get a publishing offer!

Golden badge on your profile

2nd Place

Silver badge on your profile, $40 Amazon Gift Card

3rd Place

Bronze badge on your profile, $30 Amazon Gift Card

Top 10%

Contest Terms

Submissions close on November 14th, but voting will continue for an additional week

Multiple entries are allowed, but each individual participant may win only one prize.

Minimum word count is 40.000 words

Old or previously published works are acceptable.

There is no age requirement for participation but all stories must be rated appropriately by their authors.

Inkitt staff are not eligible to receive prizes, or be chosen as winners.

Before submitting a story be sure to check our guidelines page to ensure that you comply with all of our publication rules.