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Award (published work)

ITW Thriller Awards 2027

International Thriller Writers

DeadlineOct 31, 2026Final deadline; no entries after Oct 31, 2026
Pay / prize
Thriller Award (no cash stated)
Entry fee
Not stated on the awards page or FAQ
Length
Novels; short stories under 35,000
Eligibility & notes
Works first published in English in 2026 by an ITW Recognized Publisher or an ITW Active Member (self-published OK if Active). Categories: standalone, series, first novel, YA, short story, audiobook. Author or publisher may submit; final deadline for works published Aug 1 or later.
Last checked
2026-10-27

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