Bronwen Wallace Award for Emerging Writers 2026 (Unabridged)
Publisher Description
Established in memory of writer Bronwen Wallace, this award has a proven track record of helping talented developing authors secure their first book deal. Three $10,000 prizes will be given for outstanding works of unpublished poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction.
2026 Finalist, Poetry: “EARTH GIGANTIC” by Jeremy Audet
2026 Finalist, Poetry: “Psalmody for the Estranged” by Renato Gandia
2026 Finalist, Poetry: “Bugonia, Bugonia & Other Poems” by Rachel Robb
2026 Finalist, Short Fiction: “The Old Turtle Climb” by Julia Cottrelle
2026 Finalist, Short Fiction: “The Department of Unjust Histories” by Rebecca Peng
2026 Finalist, Short Fiction: “Interpreter of Afflictions” by Dilan Qadir
2026 Finalist, Creative Nonfiction: “Paint Job” by Katie Lawrence
2026 Finalist, Creative Nonfiction: “The Perfect Home for Your Child” by Graham Slaughter
2026 Finalist, Creative Nonfiction: “You Have to Live Long and Be Happy” by Erin Soros
