Narratively x Belletrist True Romance Writing Prize A project of Narratively (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (May 2025). We provide the following information as an archive. About The Narratively x Belletrist True Romance Writing Prize will award remarkable memoir and reported stories, from pieces about love quadrangles, to lost-and-found soulmates, unthinkable sacrifices and bizarre romantic connections that defy all odds. We’re seeking completely new perspectives that shift our understanding of romance and relationships and reignite our pride about being human. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee range is USD $10 to $20 (below average to average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time contestVideo Publication Video PublicationOne-time contest Nonfiction Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: Narrative Nonfiction: Up to 5,000 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Personal.Topics: Memoir: See guidelines. Other: See guidelines.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: USD $3,000 prize for longform winner; $500 grand prize for shortread winner.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 Narratively x Belletrist True Romance Writing 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. 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 ProjectsNarrativelyNarratively Academy Mini Flash Essay ContestsNarratively Memoir Prize Charges fees for all submissionsNarratively Profile 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: 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