Narratively Memoir Prize A project of Narratively (see other related projects). About No about statement available. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $20 (average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2022 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationUnknown contest frequency AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed Narratively Memoir Prize's overall average response time is within a normal range for contests. More ChallengingNarratively Memoir Prize's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. More ResponsiveNarratively Memoir Prize's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Nonfiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Narrative Nonfiction: 2,000 - 7,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream, Personal.Topics: Memoir. Other: May vary.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: USD $3,000 winning 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: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @narrativelyX (Twitter) @narratively For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Narratively Memoir Prize 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 outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 10 reports from 10 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 38 min | 101.6 mean avg | 102.0 median | 126 max days (406.8 std dev) Responses 90.0 % Acceptances: 0.00 % No publication has a 0% acceptance rate. This data is based on submission reports sent to Duotrope, and we have not received reports of any acceptances yet. Rejections: 90.00 % (100.4 avg. days per rejection) | 11.1 % personal, 66.7 % form, 22.2 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 10.00 % (38.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $20.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 02 Mar 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 07 Dec 2025. Date compiled: 16 Sep 2026 21:56 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 ProjectsNarrativelyNarratively Academy Mini Flash Essay ContestsNarratively Profile Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsNarratively x Belletrist True Romance Writing Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissions 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: 05 Jul 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. 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