Edinburgh True Flash Award A project of Scottish Arts Trust (see other related projects). This project is on indefinite hiatus. Check their site to find out whether this is a submission and/or publication hiatus. (October 2025) About Edinburgh True Flash Award celebrates memoirs, creative non-fiction, and auto-fiction told in artful, orginal ways that entertain and amaze, bring us to tears or leave us outraged. Tell us a story we just can’t forget. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions, except for underrepresented writers can apply for free entry. The fee is GBP £10 (below average for contests). Country of Publication United Kingdom Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year Nonfiction On Hiatus Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Essay: Up to 250 words. Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 250 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Personal.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Memoir.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: GBP £500 for first prize.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Edinburgh True Flash Award Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. Filter: Category: Group by submission Include related projects Accuracy We have received 1 report within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 08 Dec 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 21 Aug 2025. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 09:16 UTC (less than a minute ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsEdinburgh Award for Flash Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsEdinburgh Essay Award Charges fees for all submissionsEdinburgh Novel Award DNQEdinburgh Short Story Award Charges fees for all submissionsEdinburgh Young Adult Fiction Prize DNQ Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 03 Oct 2025 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only