Submission details:

 

​We are looking for stories maximum 1,800 words – but happy with shorter submissions. We don’t mind if they have been published before. Please do not re-submit stories which have already been considered by A Word In Your Ear.

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We assume that most of you would like to read your own work. Clare is happy to rehearse anyone who is not used to reading on stage. If performance gives you the jitters, we have a number of actors who would be pleased to read your story for you. Let us know in your email when you submit if you’d like someone else to read your piece.

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The event will be held on the evening of Saturday 5th September at a farm close to Bath. **Please make sure that you are available to come along on the  before you submit.**

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Please remember that the stories need to be read out loud, and they need to capture and hold the attention of a live audience – be careful of multiple voices, long descriptions and complicated plots.

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If you want to know what kind of stories we enjoy, have a listen to some of the readings at Story Fridays which are available on the website.

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This is an unpaid opportunity.  Writers who are performing will receive a ticket and a free plus one to the event.

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Please note: all submissions are always acknowledged.  If you don’t get an acknowledgement, your story might not have arrived.  Please email clare.reddaway @ btinternet.com to  double check.  Thank you.

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Submissions should be sent to A Word In Your Ear via our contact form.  We will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Please can you include the word count when you submit your story.

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That’s it! Thank you!

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