Separate Speculative Short Fiction category was discontinued after 1999 due to limited response. TO US, because under our definition the work has already been recognized. All types of novels accepted.
Literary excellence is the only criterion.
No novels for or by persons under 16. Fiction only, no memoirs. No stories for or by persons under 16. Up to 10,000 words, but due to volume, we'd be grateful for stories of 3,000 words maximum. 5 poems per entry.