Elegant Literature
Contest Judges
The Elegant Literature Award For New Writers recognizes outstanding work by short fiction authors early in their careers. It is one of the most significant awards available to unpublished writers. This global award is open to writers of all genres who are not considered professional.
October 2024
Caitlin Marceau
Caitlin Marceau is a queer author and lecturer based in Montreal. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing, is an Active Member of the Horror Writers Association, and has spoken about genre literature at several Canadian conventions. She spends most of her time writing horror and experimental fiction, but has also been published for poetry as well as creative non-fiction. Her work includes PALIMPSEST, MAGNUM OPUS, A BLACKNESS ABSOLUTE, and her debut novella, THIS IS WHERE WE TALK THINGS OUT. Her second novella, I’M HAVING REGRETS, and her debut novel, IT WASN’T SUPPOSED TO GO LIKE THIS, are set for publication in 2023.
Download the Paradise Plundered Magazine here.
Winner Interview Forthcoming.
September 2024
Hannah Yang
Hannah Yang is a speculative fiction author who writes stories about monsters, metamorphosis, and feminine rage. Her work has appeared or is forthcoming in Analog, Apex, Clarkesworld, Fantasy, and multiple Year’s Best anthologies, and two of her stories have been Locus Award finalists.
She has a BA in Economics from Yale University and works in philanthropy research. When she’s not busy writing, you can find her painting watercolors, playing guitar, or rock climbing.
She is represented by Rebecca Eskildsen at Writers House.
Download the Mundane Magic Magazine here.
Winner Interview Forthcoming.
August 2024
Creag Munroe
I’m a fiction publisher determined to help emerging talent succeed.
I study storytelling and creativity and share what I learn to make us all more productive authors and better humans.
I’ve helped hundreds of writers start their careers through Elegant Literature’s magazine and award, the AuthorHQ education platform, my information-packed Letter, and value-driven products and courses.
As a writer turned publisher turned storytelling coach, I’ve developed effective systems to help human authors get their work into the world.
Download the Secret Societies Magazine here
Winner Interview Forthcoming.