The Kraken Book Prize for Middle-Grade Fiction A project of Regal House Publishing (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (May 2023). We provide the following information as an archive. About The Kraken Book Prize will be issued to a work of compelling fiction for the Middle-Grade market. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2018 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year Fiction Closed Audience:Middle grades.Genres: GeneralLengths: Novella: 30,000 - 40,000 words. Novel: 40,000 - 87,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + Unknown royalties Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999). Unknown royalties.Note: We list broad pay categories rather than prize specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Methods: Submittable submission manager. Postal. 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) The Kraken Book Prize for Middle-Grade Fiction 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. This listing is inactive and does not have any submission reports for the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsThe Acheven Book Prize for Young Adult Fiction CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsChanging Tides Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsFitzroy Books Charges fees for all submissionsThe Fugere Book Prize for Finely Crafted Novellas Charges fees for all submissionsHouse of Kel Charges fees for all submissionsOpioid Epidemic Anthology CLOSEDPact Press DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsThe Petrichor Prize For Finely Crafted Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsRegal House Publishing Charges fees for all submissionsThe Terry J. Cox Poetry Award Charges fees for all submissionsThe W.S. Porter Prize Charges fees for all submissionsWe Refugees Anthology CLOSED 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: 22 May 2026 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